PETALING JAYA: Only those born in 2007 will be called for the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) if it is to be implemented by next year, says Defence Ministry.
In a statement Friday (Nov 3), the ministry explained that the trainees would be selected based on the year they were born.
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“For example, if PLKN is to be implemented in 2024, only youth born in 2007 will be called in.
“If the selected trainees are unable to participate in the national service training for valid reasons, they can apply for a postponement.
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“The maximum age limit to become a trainee is 35,” the statement read.
The ministry hoped the explanation on the matter could resolve the confusion among the public on the age of participants for the revived national service programme.
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On Oct 31, Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan announced the revival of the programme, PLKN 3.0, targeting youths who have completed their SPM examinations.
The public have raised concerns on social media platforms after the ministry mentioned that the programme would target those between 16 to 35.
PLKN was introduced in 2004 involving the random selection of youths who turn 18 for a compulsory three-month programme.
