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Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF)

SAF ITE Sponsorship (MDES)

This provides you with a full sponsorship of your ITE studies and a monthly allowance. Under this scheme, you will join the SAF as a Military Expert and work towards shaping yourself into an authority in your field.

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Last updated 15 July 2026
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This provides you with a full sponsorship of your ITE studies and a monthly allowance. Under this scheme, you will join the SAF as a Military Expert and work towards shaping yourself into an authority in your field.

Application period

Open for applications all year round

What it covers

  • Full sponsorship of your tuition fees and approved academic charges

  • Monthly allowance of up to $600

Eligibility criteria

  • Singapore citizen or permanent resident intending to take up citizenship

  • Secured a place at, or attend an ITE

  • Have not been required to repeat any semester

  • Possess a strong interest in military career

Accepted courses of study

Refer to the accepted courses for the relevant RSAF vocation that you are interested in:

Is there a bond?

  • 2-year post-graduation bond for students from 1-year courses.

  • 3-year bond for those from 2-year courses.

Start your career with RSAF under the SAF ITE Sponsorship (MDES)

Open for application all year round.

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