Just wanted to say good luck to all who are awaiting a response for this FSB.

Morning! After failing my CBAT to go in as a controller my second choice is handler, I did a lot more research into the role and I have some family history with it and it’s something I’m looking at and really can see myself doing it for a career, I know the role is a bit oversubscribed as my recruiter said so but I didn’t think it would be too long of a wait - online it says 6 months to two years waiting for the job role and I was wondering how accurate are those numbers? I have my CPC in a month and been told apparently they’ll give me more insight then. As said just wondering if anyone can tell me how long the actual wait time is and if I should maybe think about going back over my DAA results and look at the roles offered if handler is genuinely going to take this long.

I’ve recently passed my DAA for the role of Logistics officer (thank god!), however since then I haven’t had much contact from my recruiter, and the RITS site hasn’t posted any new information. I’ve messaged the recruiter and attempted to call him a couple times but unfortunately no luck (as I work full time currently it’s quite difficult getting time to speak to them). Is it worth contacting my local AFCO for more information? Additionally, when I first applied and spoke to my recruiter, I said I was not interested in the possibility of being a submariner, however since then I’ve re-considered. Would it be possible to update this on my application? Thanks.

Thinking of joining the Royal Navy? Already applied? Not sure what to expect?

This is your weekly thread to ask anything about:

• The application process
• Aptitude testing (minus DAA results!)
• Interviews and medicals
• Initial training (Raleigh, BRNC)

Serving members are encouraged to pop in and offer insight too.

Remember, there's no such thing as a stupid question — if you’re thinking it, someone else is too.

This might seem like a bit of a silly question but what's the laundry process like at Raleigh during basic. Thanks

Thinking about joining the Royal Navy and leaning towards subs, from what I’ve read when on deployment you do 6on 6off and from the outside that just sounds awful.

I currently do shift work (Morning,nights,afternoons) rotating every week so I’m pretty used to weird hours but 6on 6off just sounds awful, not being able to get 8 hours continues sleep for months on end.

Is it not that bad when on the sub due to no sunlight or anything?

Any answers would be appreciated.

Grandad was in the Royal Marines. Found this photo in his files. Can anyone identify the ship?

My partner has just started her phase 1 basic training this Monday - now Saturday evening - and I haven’t heard from her since the Monday evening.

I totally understand how busy and exhausting it is but I just wanted to know that she was getting on alright - quick message.

Is it normal for phone time to be taken away so much or is it that she’ll be exhausted and got more stuff to do in that time.

What clothes did everyone bring for shore leave? How smart do they have to be and just generally what did people take? As a girl I am just curious

Got my Enhanced CPC in mid-November. I’m already medically cleared and hold SC, so assuming I pass CPC, what’s the realistic likelihood of getting a Raleigh start date fairly soon afterwards?

For anyone who’s gone through recently, especially AA applicants, how long was it between passing CPC and actually starting at Raleigh?

Could I realistically be looking at Late November/December, or is it more likely to be later than that?

Just trying to get a rough idea for planning. I know it depends on intake dates and availability considering the Christmas holiday as well.

Hey guys, I have searched through the forum to see any similar questions but can’t find what i’m looking for.
Recently passed my CPC however cannot start Raleigh as my recruiter hadn’t completed my SC application. I finally submitted it over a week ago and just wondered how long everyone roughly has waited for theirs to come through? I understand it differs depending on the person but a rough average would be great as I would like to know what timeline I am expecting.
Also my enhanced DBS has been pending for nearly 4 weeks now. If anyone else has had the same thing how long do we usually wait for this too please?
I’m wanting to start fairly soon but obviously being help up due to this last admin. Not sure if end of November/ December is sounding unrealistic?
Thank you :)

As soon as I applied to the navy I have been excited and experienced no nerves. During Cpc I wasn’t nervous at all but now Raleigh is coming up and I’m beginning to feel less excitement but more fearing it. Can anyone help me out on this and just give me info about raleigh from recent perspectives

I have been obsessed with the navy/ marines for as long as I can remember and I’m now 18. And I simply can’t decide between the two. I’ve always wanted to be in the marines and join as an officer. But due to a lower back injury that I’ve had since April I’m not quite sure it’s possible anymore. Even though I’m fit enough to pass all of the requirements for the marines I feel like as I have the back problem already that would really hurt me down the line if I chose marines.

I’ve been advised to join the navy as an officer and down the line if I want to try out for a transfer to the marines and if then I don’t make it through I have the navy job to fall back on.

What I’m trying to say is that do I go for the marines and if I get injured go to hunter troop or do I join the navy and just let it go away on its own. I hope I’ve made sense. Any advice is welcome 👍

Are u allowed to have a car and a bike on camp or strictly one vehicle per person?

Reasoning i know cars are practical but quite allot of my weekends i go for rides on the bike

EDIT: likely this is the HMS Eagle

Guessing garmins aren’t allowed at Raleigh. Is there any other option besides the 10 quid Cassio that I could take?

Hi all,

I was lucky enough today to receive a call from my recruiter that I had passed my DAA for an Engineering Officer role. However, I am confused as to when I would choose which profession I would like to enter into as I would like to join as a Marine Engineering Officer Submariner. Would I need to message my recruiter with this information?

Thank you

Hey all I not long ago failed my cbat for pilot by a mere 4 points,

Very annoying for sure but what can you do, I was wondering how many attempts do you realistically get at pilot obviously the main concern is age cut off at 20 as I am now in theory I could reapply every year if I fail aib or chat but surely at one point or another you should stop trying?

I guess really what I'm trying to guage is when I should apply for something else because the pilot thing isn't gonna work

Hi, can anyone provide a brief overview of the training for a warfare officer post BRNC? Can’t seem to find as much as I’d like online. I’m looking for information that may be useful during AIB.

Any help with prepping for HMS Raleigh and Dartmouth would be great.

My fitness is decent - doing 3 runs and 3 gym sessions a week, with body weight circuits mixed in.

Think I’m at a good standard there but wondering about the academic and admin side of things, i have just over a month and lots of free time right now.

Hi everyone.

I applied for Warfare Officer yesterday. Awaiting the DAA test. Just flicked through one without concentrating and got 62%. What should I be aiming for? Internet searches say 70-80%.

Endgame I am interested in joining the Special Boat Service. Would you recommend joining as a Warfare Officer or Royal Marines Officer?

Additionally I have glasses (left +0.5, right -0.75). Will this be an issue?

Thanks!