Following persons will be admitted to the Officers Training Candidate Course:

1. The Officer Candidate Course is open to:

   1. Citizens of Georgia holding a higher education qualification who have not completed compulsory national military service, are registered for compulsory national military service, and are not older than 30 years of age. Female citizens who are not subject to compulsory national military service registration are also eligible.

   2. Citizens of Georgia holding a higher education qualification who are serving in the Military Reserve (Privates, Corporals, and Sergeants) and are up to 30 years of age.

   3. Citizens of Georgia holding a higher education qualification who are serving in the Professional Military Service (Privates, Corporals, and Sergeants) and are not older than 30 years of age.

   4. Individuals holding a medical degree and the appropriate medical practitioner's certificate, who are up to 35 years of age.

   5. Citizens of Georgia holding a higher education qualification who are serving in the Territorial Reserve of the National Guard (Privates, Corporals, and Sergeants) and are not older than 30 years of age. 

    Number of Available Places on the Course: 70 

   The Academy Admissions Committee selects candidates based on the following four components:

   a) Passing the physical fitness test;
   b) Psychological assessment;
   c) Medical examination;
   d) Special screening.

    Physical Fitness Test:
   To be admitted to the Academy, candidates must pass a physical fitness test tailored to their gender and age, consisting of the following events:

   1. Push-ups

   2. Sit-ups

   3. 3200-meter run

   The assessment begins with push-ups, continues with sit-ups, and concludes with the 3200-meter run. There is a 10-15 minute rest period between each event.

    

   Physical Fitness Requirements for Civilian Applicants

   A passing score is awarded if a civilian applicant scores at least 40 points in each individual event and achieves a minimum total of 120 points across all three events.

   Physical Fitness Requirements for Military Personnel

   A passing score is awarded if a military applicant scores at least 60 points in each individual event and achieves a minimum total of 180 points across all three events.

   Psychological Examination

   During the psychological examination, the Department of Social Affairs and Psychological Support of the Ministry of Defence of Georgia primarily uses several standardized psychological assessment questionnaires.

   As part of the selection and assessment process, candidates are evaluated on their personality characteristics, fluid intelligence, and, where necessary, other relevant factors. In addition to the psychological tests, each candidate undergoes a clinical interview, during which a qualified specialist conducts an individual assessment of the candidate's psychological condition. Each assessed characteristic or factor has an established threshold, and candidates whose results fall below the required standard are not recommended for admission.

   The clinical interview plays a decisive role in the assessment of personality traits, with particular attention paid to emotional stability, irritability, impulsivity, emotional excitability, difficulties with impulse control, aggressiveness, and a tendency towards self-harm.

    

    

   Medical Examination

   Candidates undergo a medical examination at the Military Hospital, where they receive a comprehensive clinical and laboratory assessment, including a complete blood count (CBC), urinalysis, blood glucose testing, blood tests for viral infections, blood group and Rh factor determination, chest X-ray, ultrasound examinations of the abdominal cavity, urinary system, and thyroid gland, as well as electrocardiography (ECG).

   Candidates are also examined by specialist physicians, including a surgeon, internist, neurologist, psychiatrist, ophthalmologist, otolaryngologist, dermatologist, cardiologist, and dentist.

   In accordance with the applicable legislation, failure to meet the requirements of any single examination component will result in the candidate's disqualification from the admission process.

   Special Screening

   One of the prerequisites for admission to the LEPL – David Aghmashenebeli National Defence Academy of Georgia is successfully completing the background screening process.

   In accordance with the Defence Code of Georgia, a person is ineligible for military service if they are subject to ongoing criminal prosecution until a final decision is issued by the competent authority, or if they have previously been convicted of a criminal offence.

   During the period of study, military personnel will retain their existing salary and benefits. Civilian participants will receive a net monthly salary of GEL 1,931.

   · Upon successful completion of the course, graduates will be appointed to well-paid military positions and will have opportunities for career advancement. They will also be entitled to a comprehensive health insurance package, as well as other benefits and privileges established for military personnel.

   Applications will be accepted at the National Defence Academy of Georgia from 5 May 2026 through 18 June 2026. At the time of application submission, civilian applicants must bring appropriate sportswear for the physical fitness assessment.

   ☑️ Military personnel selected for the course shall report to the Academy on 14 August 2026 with the required personal equipment.

   ☑️ Civilian applicants selected for the course shall report to the Academy on 2 July 2026.

   · The course programme includes the Initial Combat Training Course and Military Studies.

   · The Initial Combat Training Course will be conducted from 4 July through 14 August 2026.

   · Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be commissioned with the rank of Lieutenant and will continue their education in Military Specialty Courses.

    

   The educational process will commence on 31 August 2026.

   Address: 3rd Kilometer of Tskhinvali Highway, Gori, Georgia.

   Admissions Committee Contact Numbers: +995 577 39 01 94; +995 599 90 15 61.

   Application Submission Hours: Monday–Thursday, 10:00–17:00; Friday, 10:00–14:30.

    

    

    

   List of Required Documents (for Military Personnel):

   1. Medical Certificate confirming fitness for admission to a military educational institution, issued by the LEPL Giorgi Abramishvili Military Hospital of the Ministry of Defence of Georgia – 2 copies.

   2. Copy of the higher education diploma – 2 copies.

   3. Two passport-size photographs (3 × 4 cm) in military uniform.

   4. Copy of the citizen's national identity card – 2 copies.

   5. Copy of the military service identification card (ID card) – 2 copies.

   6. 

   List of Required Documents:

   1. Application form (to be filled out at the Admissions Committee).

   2. Autobiography (both handwritten and typed copies).

   3. School certificate (original and 1 copy) or a copy of the High School Diploma – 2 copies.

   4. Diploma or Certificate Issued by the Educational Institution Confirming the Award of the Qualification.

   5. ID card – 3 copies.

   6. Birth certificate – 2 copies.

   7. Reference letter from the previous educational institution or last place of employment (original and 1 copy).

   8. Copy of Marriage certificate.

   9. Copies of ID cards of family member(s) – 2 copies.

   10. Criminal Record Certificate (original and 1 copy).

   11.   Drug Screening Certificate (original and 1 copy).

   12. Certificate Confirming Non-Registration with a Narcological Service (original and 1 copy).

   13. Medical Certificate of Health Status (Form No. IV-100/a) (original and 1 copy).

   14.  Certificate of Immunization/Vaccination (Measles, Rubella, Mumps, Tetanus, Diphtheria) – 2 copies.

   15. Internally Displaced Person (IDP) Certificate (if applicable) – 2 copies.

   16.  Driver's license (if applicable) – 2 copies.

   17.  Certificate of Employment or Military Service History (if applicable) (original and 1 copy).

   18. Certificate of Reserve Service (if applicable) (original and 2 copies).

   19. Copy of Military ID or Conscript's Military Registration Certificate – 2 copies.

   20. Certificates of Achievement/Training (if applicable) – 2 copies.

   21. Color passport photo (3x4 cm) – 6 copies.

   22. CD containing the digital version of the photo.

   23.  Cardboard folder with ties – 2 copies