What are the requirements to be a part of the Rifles? Is it something one could go into straight as infantry?
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Category: Role Description
Date asked: Friday, February 7, 2020
Last reviewed: Sunday, February 9, 2020
James A.
Reconnaissance Platoon soldier
Thanks for your question.
As the rifles are infantry that come under Ground close combat, the entry requirements are the same across the board for GCC apart from the Paras.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Age: 16 years - 35 years 6 months
Qualifications: No formal qualifications needed.
Fitness:
Mid Thigh Pull 76kg
Medicine Ball Throw 3.1m
2km run 10m 15s or if you are Junior entry the run requirements are slightly slower but to leave AFC you will be required to achieve the 10m 15s time.
Yes it is a direct entry role, the rifles have around 5 regular units. Have a look online or speak to your local armed forces careers office.
J
Sunday, February 9, 2020
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