When to wait for the summons and how to prepare for military training for conscripts
Every year, military training camps are held throughout Russia, to which citizens who are listed in the reserve are called up. The events are held by order of the President to increase the level of military training of the population. What do they do at military training camps, who gets to them and how to be employed — tell Izvestia.
Military training camps: what is it, what do they do there, how often do they spend
Citizens who are in reserve may be periodically called up for military training to undergo military service. The category of reservists includes both Russians who have completed military service and those who did not serve in the army for official reasons.
The fees are planned events held by decree of the President of Russia for reservists and reservists — reserve citizens who have signed a special contract with the Ministry of Defense. Military training camps are divided into training and verification ones. At first, the reservists are trained to manage new military equipment, improve their shooting skills, undergo physical training and pass the required standards. Training camps for combat and mobilization readiness (verification) are held in the form of training sessions aimed at maintaining and evaluating army skills.
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The main purpose of conducting military training is to check how well the reserves are prepared to protect the country in case of a threat. At the same time, they do not participate in military operations and operations at the training camps.
The duration of military training is no more than two months. During this time, participants are placed in military units, training centers or military camps.
Reservists can be called to training camps no more than once every three years. There are no such restrictions for verification fees. They can be called upon at any time, it depends on the decision of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation. The total period of military training for reserves cannot be more than 12 months. For reservists, this period depends on the contract and may be different.
Up to what age are military training camps for reservists
In July 2023, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law on raising the age limit for reserve service for citizens of junior military ranks — soldiers, sailors, sergeants, petty officers, ensigns and midshipmen by five years.
From January 1, 2024, the maximum period of stay in reserve for citizens of these ranks will change. For those belonging to the first category, it will increase from 35 to 40 years, for the second — from 45 to 50 years, for the third — from 50 to 55 years.
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For junior officers — junior and senior lieutenants, lieutenants and captains, the age will be raised to 60 years. For senior personnel, including majors, captains of the third and first rank, lieutenant colonels and colonels, the age will be increased to 65 years. For senior reserve officers — major generals, lieutenant generals, colonel generals, army generals, as well as rear admirals and admirals, they will raise to 70 years old.
Accordingly, the maximum age of conscription for military training will depend on the rank and rank received.
Who is exempt from military training in Russia
According to Article 55 of the Federal Law "On Military Duty and Military Service", several categories of citizens are exempt from military fees. These include:
— women;
— citizens with three or more minor children;
— full-time or part-time students;
— who have completed alternative civil service;
— retired less than two years ago;
— citizens booked for the period of mobilization and during wartime;
— employees of the Department of Internal Affairs and National Guard troops, firefighters, customs officers and employees of the Federal Penitentiary Service;
— civilian personnel of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation and other troops;
— members of Parliament, heads of the highest state authorities, heads of regions;
— active pilots and railway workers;
— floating employees of the marine and river fleet;
— teachers of educational institutions;
— Russians who are on sowing and harvesting operations.
How are military fees paid to an employee in 2024
On the basis of Article 170 of the Labor Code of the Russian Federation, if a conscript is officially employed, then the employer is obliged to keep his position and average earnings for the entire period of fees. It is calculated from the salary accrued for two calendar months of work, before the date of the employee's calling for military training.
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For those who work informally, the employer will be able to keep only part of the official income, for example, the salary part.
To receive a salary for military training, it is necessary to provide the employer with a certificate from the military enlistment office on the number of days the conscript spent at the training camp.
Monetary compensation is also paid to conscripts at military training camps. According to Article 13.1 of the Federal Law "On the Status of Military Personnel", payments consist of salary by position, salary by rank and the district coefficient of the place where the fees are held. In addition, participants of military training camps are paid for the road to the collection point, accommodation, meals and medical services.
The agenda for military training in 2024
The summons is handed over personally under signature at the place of residence of the citizen or sent to the place of official work 10 days before departure to the place of collection.
Before the specified date, it will be necessary to prepare a bag with things for the road, warn the employer and relatives about departure.
Before military training, it is also important to undergo a medical examination to check your health. In case of problems, it is necessary to obtain a certificate from a doctor, which will be a valid reason for skipping military training. It will need to be submitted to the military commissariat before departure for training camps.
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Without a valid reason, failure to appear on the appointed date at the military enlistment office is punishable by a fine — from 500 to 3000 rubles.
Dates of military training in 2024 in Russia
The dates of military training for reservists are set after the president signs a decree "On conscription of citizens of the Russian Federation who are in reserve for military training." In 2022, the decree was signed in February, and in 2023 — on May 10.
Most often, the beginning of annual fees for reservists who have completed military service is set at the end of winter or early spring. The specific dates of the training camps in 2024 are still unknown. Before their official publication, they must be coordinated with the executive authorities of the regions of Russia. And the timing of the verification fees will be determined by the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation.
Next year, they also plan to organize military training camps for non-serving reservists, which will be held separately from reservists with experience. They will be able to get a military accounting specialty, said a member of the State Duma Committee on Defense, Lieutenant General Viktor Sobolev.
What to take with you to military training in 2024
The list of documents and personal belongings that you need to take with you to the training camp is usually written in the agenda. Of the main documents, the main thing is not to forget the passport, the registration certificate and the military ID. You will also need a medical policy, documents from your place of work and a driver's license (if any).
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To communicate with relatives, it is better to purchase an inexpensive push-button phone that will not break during the exercises. About 10 thousand rubles in different bills can also be useful.
Depending on the season and the duration of the collection, it is better to take several sets of T-shirts, underwear, warm socks and thermal underwear from clothes. You can take comfortable sneakers and flip-flops from the shoes.
You will need a knife and cutlery for eating. There is no need to stock up on food, since all participants will be provided with free meals at the gathering place. For a snack, you can take food that is suitable for no more than one day.
In addition, it is important to bring a set of hygiene products and your towel, as well as a first-aid kit with patches, body ointments and painkillers.
In the field, wristwatches, lighters, a flashlight and a mosquito repellent will be useful. It would be useful to grab shoe cleaning products and a repair kit for clothes.
Sofia Tokareva