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Contract Service (EWOS)
Explore contract service options at the Army Recruitment Centre and learn how you can contribute to national defence through full-time or part-time roles.
Last updated 14 July 2025
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If you wish to savour the excitement of life as an Army Regular, why not consider signing up for the Contract Service (EWOS)? With 2 and 3 year contracts to choose from, you will enjoy flexibility while having your long-term options open.
You will be entrusted with the task of coaching, mentoring and training our next generation of leaders. It will be a challenging journey, but one filled with pride and fulfilment, as you will have a hand in shaping the future of Our Army. Be an Army Trainer today, and guide our soldiers of tomorrow.
Contract Service (Warrant Officers)
Salary and bonus structure for Warrant Officers under the EWOS Contract scheme, detailing 2-year and 3-year contract terms.
EWOS Contract | ||
|---|---|---|
Feature | 2 years | 3 years |
Eligibility | Singaporean Males | |
Recruitment bonus | $24,000 | $35,000 |
Starting salary | $1,860 - $3,300 | |
Renewal bonus | $5,000 | |
Commitment bonus | $17,500 | |
Contract gratuity | 1 month of last drawn gross salary X each year of service and proportionally thereof any completed month of services | |
Contract length | Up to 3 years per contract; maximum 6 years of service | |
Benefits
Flexible Benefits System (FLEX)
Each year, you will receive FLEX credits, which allows you to plan your own benefits according to your lifestyle. These credits can be used to purchase additional leave, or pay for insurance, vacations or your child’s education, among other things.
600 credits per year (non-accumulative)
Leave
You will be entitled to 14 to 18 days of annual leave, according to your educational level, service length and rank. Your leave entitlement will be upgraded once you have completed 10 years of continuous service. Also, you will be entitled to 14 days of Medical Leave and 60 days of extended Hospitalisation Leave if you are warded.
Welfare benefits
Marriage and Newborn Gifts
Flexi-Work Arrangement
Family Life Programmes
SAF Group Insurance Scheme
Personal Accident & Life Insurance Coverage of $300,000
Dental Subsidy
Medisave-cum-Subsidised Outpatient (MSO) Medical Benefits
Enjoy attractive medical benefits and peace of mind while you contribute your best.
An additional 2% of your salary paid into your CPF Medisave account each month.
Subsidises 85% of outpatient treatment at approved medical institutions, capped at $500 per year.