Ukrainians are actively enlisting in the Armed Forces through Recruitment Centers, with over 5,000 applications and 955 new candidates in January

Ukrainian Army Recruitment Centers remain actively engaging citizens to join the ranks of the Defence Forces. In January 2025, 5,381 individuals contacted the centers. This represents an increase of nearly 80% compared to the average monthly figure from the previous year. Since the centers began operating, 38,117 citizens have received consultations.

“Ukrainians are actively seeking information at Recruitment Centers about serving in the Defence Forces. Our mission is to help every candidate find the specialty in which they will be most effective,” stated Serhii Melnyk, Deputy Minister of Defence of Ukraine. 

In January, the number of candidates who began the process of joining the army rose by 955, reaching a total of 8,109. The highest number of citizens already enlisted in the military service is in Kyiv, Lviv, Zaporizhzhia, Odesa, and Ivano-Frankivsk. Women make up 20% of the candidates.

There are currently 48 Ukrainian Army Recruitment Centers nationwide. In January, a new center was opened in Vinnytsia.

Please note that Recruitment Centers do not issue call-up papers, and all consultations are conducted with strict adherence to confidentiality. 

Recruitment Centers offer over 10,000 vacancies in various military formations, including the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the National Guard of Ukraine, the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, and the Security Service of Ukraine. 

Please visit the official website for contact details and comprehensive information about Recruitment Centers: https://recruiting.mod.gov.ua/