Since the opening of the first recruiting center in February 2024, the highest demand has been for drone specialists, drivers, and shooters.
This was reported by the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine.
16% of all candidates chose the specialty of drone operator. Next in the ranking are:
- drivers – 15%;
- shooting specialties – 14%;
- staff specialties - 9%;
- artillery and communications – 6% each;
- medical positions (combat medics, paramedics, nurses, doctors) – 5%.
In total, these specialties cover 71% of all volunteers who have already registered for the Defense Forces through recruiting centers.
There are currently 49 centers operating in Ukraine, including one online center. They are located mainly in the premises of the Central Military District (CND) offices, where anyone can receive advice and information about joining the Defense Forces. Mobilization events and the delivery of summonses are prohibited on the territory of the centers.
Earlier, the Ministry of Defense reported how many women are joining the Ukrainian army .