Kampala, Uganda. The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) informs the public that the shortlist of successful candidates for the ongoing General Recruitment Exercise 2026 has been released.
The lists are available on the official UPDF website (www.updf.go.ug) and at all respective City and District Headquarters. Applicants are encouraged to check their names and confirm their status.
The UPDF extends sincere appreciation to all Ugandans who applied but did not make it to the shortlist. Your willingness to serve your country reflects patriotism and discipline, values the UPDF holds in the highest regard. We encourage you to continue preparing for future opportunities to serve.
To those shortlisted, congratulations. As you proceed to Phase Three (Physical Recruitment), which will commence soon at your respective Cities and Districts, kindly prepare the required documents and materials in advance:
- Handwritten application bearing recommendations from LCI, 11, 111 and GISO/DISO.
- Original National Identity Card/NIN.
- Original and copies of academic documents. Graduate documents must be certified.
- Three (03) coloured passport-size photographs.
The specific dates and schedules for Phase Three will be communicated in due course through official UPDF channels.
Recruitment into the UPDF is free of charge. No agents or intermediaries are involved. Any cases of fraud must be reported immediately to the nearest Police Station, DISO’s office, or UPDF unit.
The UPDF remains committed to building a force anchored on Discipline, Patriotism, and Pan-Africanism.
