Ukraine continues active mobilization, adapting the process of recruiting military to modern challenges. Despite the fact that the main role in this is played by the territorial centers of completion (TCC), army recruiting centers are increasingly popular. They not only perform the planned mobilization tasks, but select specialists according to the real needs of the front, taking into account the abilities and civilian professions of the military.
At the beginning of 2025, military recruiters distinguished seven key specialties that are of the highest demand in the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Top 7 most sought after military specialties
1. UAV specialists (16%)
The War of drones has become a reality of modern fighting, so UAV operators, engineers and drone service equipment are the most sought after specialists. The drone operator is the eyes on the battlefield, and experts who serve and equip UAVs provide their smooth operation.
“Of course, the most important people here are operators. But after the task, they need to rest, and drone - check, repair and charge. If it is FPV-Dron, it must be equipped, ” says the Sergeant of the Armed Forces Vadim Shevchuk.
2. Drivers and Mechanics (16%)
War is impossible without transport. From armored vehicles to ordinary trucks - all this requires drivers and mechanics. In the Armed Forces, the category of driver's license is not always important - they are taught in place.
“If you have a category in, you can give you anything - from a armored personnel carrier to a tank. The main thing is that the hands grow from the right place, ” Shevchuk explains.
3. Rifle specialties (15%)
Snakers, snipers, machine gunners, grenade launchers are the basis of combat units. These specialists fire on the enemy and perform combat missions in the most dangerous conditions.
4. Staff positions (9%)
Despite active fighting, no more than 30% of the military is on the front line. Others provide their work: they are engaged in logistics, communication, weapons and food supply.
“Every day I fill in combat work: who went where you used, how many ammunition was used. Reports of all types of security, accounting for each flask. Paper work - a shaft, ” - says Senior Lieutenant of the Armed Forces Vyacheslav Konovalov.
5. Artillery (6%)
Artillerymen remain an important component of the Ukrainian army, although they are inferior to drones. These are specialists in barrel and jet artillery, mortar and RSSV operators.
6. Doctors (5%)
Medical service is a key element of the army. Combat doctors, paramedics and doctors save lives on the front line and in hospitals.
"Now women are less than 5%in the army, so it is more correct to say" Medbrat "," says military surgeon Danilo Mikhailov.
7. Communications and Cybersecurity Specialists (5%)
Modern war is not only weapons but also technologies. Cybersecurity and cybersecurity experts are responsible for reliable communication and protecting military systems against enemy attacks.
How does the recruiting system work?
As of 2025, there are 48 army recruiting centers , which offer more than 10,000 vacancies in the Armed Forces, the National Guard, the State Border Service and the SBU.
1,200 people are approached every week 35,000 citizens have become candidates to the army since the launch of the recruitment system .
The Ukrainian army is constantly changing, adapting to the realities of the modern war. And if earlier the main role was played by tankers and artillerymen, today the largest rate is made on drones, mobility and high technology.
Demand for military specialties changes depending on the situation on the front, but the key directions : drones, mobility, infantry units, communication and logistics. If you are planning to join Ukraine's defense, the Armed Forces recruitment centers will help you find the best place according to your skills and experience.
