06/08/2026
Two Hundred Ninety-One (291) Candidate Soldiers Begin Five-Month Military Training at 4th Division Training School
A total of 291 Candidate Soldiers—composed of 270 males and 21 females from Regions 9, 10, 11, and the Caraga Region—officially began their journey to military service during the Oath Taking Ceremony held on August 3, 2026, at the Headquarters, 4th Division Training School, Camp Osito D. Bahian, Malaybalay City.
The ceremony was led by Brigadier General Seigfred C. Tubalado, Commander of the 403rd Infantry "Peacemaker" Brigade, represented by Colonel Warren C. Munda, Deputy Brigade Commander. The oath-taking formally launched the candidates' five-month training, consisting of four months of Basic Military Training and a one-month Orientation Operations Course designed to prepare them for the current operational environment.
The new recruits earned their slots after successfully passing written examinations, medical evaluations, board interviews, and physical fitness tests. During the ceremony, Colonel Munda reminded them of their solemn duty to serve the nation with discipline, loyalty, and commitment.
The Candidate Soldier Course aims to develop competent, disciplined, multi-mission-ready, and cross-domain-capable soldiers. Through the program, the 4th Division Training School remains committed to transforming the new recruits into professional members of the Philippine Army dedicated to serving the Filipino people.
Armed Forces of the Philippines
Philippine Army
403rd Infantry "Peacemaker" Brigade Philippine Army
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