3,000 Kazakhstani reservists to undergo month-long army training

Kazakhstan plans to mobilize 3,000 military reservists for scheduled training exercises lasting up to one month in 2025. The Ministry of Defense announced the initiative, stating its purpose is to maintain and enhance reservist readiness, update practical skills, and strengthen the Armed Forces' mobilization capabilities.

Participants will be selected by local military administration bodies based on the army's needs for specific military occupational specialties, considering factors like training level and health status. Those summoned will receive a subpoena and are required to report as directed; failure to do so may result in administrative penalties.

The Ministry of Defense has outlined several categories of citizens exempt from these exercises. These include teachers during the academic year, full-time students, and parents with three or more minor children. Additionally, employees of law enforcement and defense agencies, aviation personnel, agricultural workers during peak seasons, all female reservists, recently discharged personnel within two years of service, and individuals under investigation or facing court proceedings are also exempt. Deputies, Akims, and certain other elected or appointed officials are also not subject to call-up.

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These include teachers during the academic year, full-time students, parents of three or more minor children, as well as other categories provided for by the Law 'On Military Service and the Status of Military Personnel'.