NS (National Service)
National Service
Here, NS means National Service.
Just Tell Me
In Singapore, NS means National Service, compulsory service for liable male citizens and permanent residents in the SAF, SCDF or SPF.
Also called: National Service
Explain Like I’m Five
NS is a legal service obligation for liable male Singapore citizens and permanent residents. Full-time national servicemen serve in the Singapore Armed Forces, Singapore Civil Defence Force or Singapore Police Force, then continue with operationally ready obligations.
Where You’ll Run Into It
The term appears in school, work and family conversations about enlistment, deferment, reservist commitments and the transition back to studies or employment.
Example
“He’ll start university after NS.”
The speaker means the person plans to begin university after completing full-time National Service.
Watch Out
People’s duties and timelines can differ. Use CMPB’s current information for an actual case rather than treating a friend’s experience as the rule.