ICT Leave Calculator (2026)
Calculate your leave entitlement and estimated make-up pay for In-Camp Training.
What is ICT Leave?
ICT (In-Camp Training) leave is the statutory leave that employers must grant to Operationally Ready NSmen for their reservist training obligations. Under the Enlistment Act, this leave is separate from annual leave, and MINDEF provides make-up pay to ensure NSmen are not financially disadvantaged.
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Total compensation
$3,182
14 days ICT · Make-up pay eligible
Base Pay
$747
Make-up Pay
$2,435
Leave Days
14
Make-up pay is the difference between your civilian salary and SAF base pay. Employers are reimbursed by MINDEF. Verify with NS Portal.
Disclaimer
This calculator provides estimates based on published MINDEF and SAF tables. Actual scoring, awards, allowances, and pay determinations are made by your unit and the SAF — not by this tool.
Rates last verified: 4 Apr 2026.
Verify with NS Portal (https://www.ns.sg). Full disclaimer at smartcalculator.sg/disclaimer.
Quick Reference
- • Typical ICT duration: 7-14 days per year depending on unit and training type
- • ICT leave is separate from annual leave — employers cannot deduct from your AL balance
- • Employers are legally required to grant time off under the Enlistment Act
- • MINDEF provides make-up pay based on your civilian income, subject to a daily cap
- • ICT notification is usually sent 2-3 months in advance
How ICT Leave & Make-Up Pay Works
Under the Enlistment Act, employers are legally required to grant NSmen time off to attend In-Camp Training (ICT). This leave is separate from annual leave and cannot be deducted from your regular leave entitlement.
MINDEF provides make-up pay to ensure NSmen are not financially disadvantaged during ICT. The make-up pay covers the difference between your NS allowance and your civilian salary, subject to a daily cap set by MINDEF.
The leave duration covers the full ICT period, including weekends if you are required to stay in camp. Your employer continues to pay your normal salary during ICT, and MINDEF reimburses the employer for the additional cost.
Receive ICT Notice
MINDEF sends notification of upcoming ICT dates · Usually 2-3 months in advance
Inform Employer
Submit your ICT notification to your employer · Employer must grant leave
Attend ICT
Complete your In-Camp Training obligations · Typically 1-2 weeks
Receive Make-Up Pay
MINDEF processes make-up pay after ICT · Paid to employer or NSman
Who This Calculator Is For
Full-Time NSFs
Doing ICT (In-Camp Training) in the first 2 years of NSF service. ICT is mandatory.
- Duration: 5–7 days for most ICTs
- Annual cap: Up to 40 days per year for some vocations
- NS liability ends: Age 40 (or 50 for officers)
NSmen (Operationally Ready NS)
Completed NSF, now serving annual ICT cycles. Pay differs from civilian salary.
- Frequency: Typically 1–2 ICTs per year
- Duration per ICT: 7–10 days
- Key appointment holders: May have longer stints
SAF NSmen Employers
Companies employing NSmen who go for ICT. Employer obligations are statutory.
- Leave obligation: NSman must be granted leave
- ICT pay: MINDEF provides directly to NSman
- Annual leave: Employer cannot deduct for ICT
Female NS Participants
Women who volunteered for NS or are serving on a voluntary basis.
- ICT obligations: Same as male NSmen
- Scoring standards: Differ from male standards
- Scheduling: Via NS Portal
ICT vs ATEC: Types of In-Camp Training
Both ICT and ATEC are mandatory NS obligations, but they serve different purposes and have different durations.
| Feature | ICT (In-Camp Training) | ATEC (Annual Training Evaluation Centre) |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Maintain unit readiness and cohesion | Formal evaluation of unit combat capability |
| Frequency | 1–2 per year per NSman | Typically every 2–3 years |
| Duration | 7–10 days typical | 10–14 days typical |
| Pay | NS ICT pay from MINDEF | NS ICT pay from MINDEF |
| Attendance | Mandatory if called up | Mandatory if called up |
| Outcome | Operational training | Pass/Fail unit grading |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my employer required to grant leave for ICT?expand_more
Yes. Under the Enlistment Act, employers must grant operationally ready NSmen time off to attend In-Camp Training (ICT). It is an offence for employers to penalise employees for fulfilling their NS obligations.
How is make-up pay calculated for ICT?expand_more
MINDEF provides make-up pay to cover the difference between your NS allowance and your civilian income during ICT, subject to a cap. Your employer pays your normal salary, and MINDEF reimburses the employer or tops up the NSman directly depending on the arrangement.
How long is a typical ICT cycle?expand_more
A typical In-Camp Training cycle lasts between 1 to 2 weeks, though the exact duration varies by unit and training requirements. High-key ICTs may be longer, while low-key cycles may be shorter.
Can my employer refuse to let me attend ICT?expand_more
No. Employers cannot refuse or penalise employees for attending ICT. If your employer prevents you from attending, you should report this to MINDEF. Employers who obstruct NS obligations may face legal consequences.
Does ICT leave come from my annual leave?expand_more
No. ICT leave is separate from your annual leave entitlement. Your employer must grant additional leave specifically for your NS obligations. Your annual leave balance should not be affected.
Sources
- • MINDEF / NS Portal (ns.sg) — ICT make-up pay policy and NSman obligations
- • Ministry of Manpower (mom.gov.sg) — Employer obligations under the Enlistment Act