Medical & Fitness Requirements
Australian Defence Force Academy, Graduate
To be enlisted or appointed, you must be medically and physically fit for entry to your chosen occupation. This is partially assessed from the completion of an extensive questionnaire covering your medical history, followed by a physical examination.
You will also be required to successfully pass a physical fitness test before enlistment.
For further details on medical and physical fitness standards refer to Physical Fitness Standards for Entry into the ADF and Medical Process for Entry into the ADF.
Graduate (Reserve)
To be appointed, you must be medically and physically fit for entry to your chosen occupation. This is partially assessed from the completion of an extensive questionnaire covering your medical history, followed by a physical examination.
You will also be required to successfully pass a physical fitness test prior to your appointment. This fitness assessment is called the Basic Fitness Assessment ( BFA). The BFA consists of a 2.4 km run/walk or 5km walk (only applicable to some members), push-ups and sit-ups. The standard required will be determined by your age.
For details on medical standards refer to 'Medical Process for Entry into the ADF'.
