RT Session Tracker (2026)
Track your remedial training sessions and estimate your completion date.
What is Remedial Training (RT)?
Remedial Training (RT) is a mandatory fitness programme for Singapore NSmen who fail their IPPT (score below 51 points). NSmen must complete 20 supervised RT sessions at a designated Fitness Conditioning Centre (FCC) within their IPPT window to fulfil their fitness obligation.
Result updates as you type
Sessions remaining
15
of 20 total sessions
Weeks Left
8
Est. Completion
2026-06-29
RT sessions are mandatory for NSmen who fail IPPT. 20 sessions must be completed within the window year.
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
- • 20 RT sessions required if you fail IPPT (score below 51 points)
- • Each session lasts approximately 1 hour at a Fitness Conditioning Centre (FCC)
- • Multiple sessions per week are allowed to complete faster
- • You can attempt IPPT at any time during RT — passing exempts remaining sessions
- • Failure to complete RT within the IPPT window may result in penalties under the Enlistment Act
How Remedial Training Works
NSmen who do not pass their IPPT are required to complete 20 Remedial Training (RT) sessions within their IPPT window. RT sessions are conducted at designated Fitness Conditioning Centres (FCCs) across Singapore and are supervised by SAF fitness trainers.
You can complete sessions at your own pace — attending multiple sessions per week allows you to finish faster. Each session typically lasts about one hour and includes a mix of cardio, strength, and endurance training designed to improve your IPPT performance.
You may also attempt IPPT at any point during your RT cycle. If you pass IPPT before completing all 20 sessions, you are exempted from the remaining sessions and may qualify for a cash incentive based on your score.
Fail IPPT
Score below 51 points on your IPPT attempt · You enter the RT cycle
Book RT Sessions
Schedule sessions at your nearest FCC · Book via NS Portal
Complete 20 Sessions
Attend all 20 supervised training sessions · Multiple sessions per week allowed
Obligation Fulfilled
Your fitness obligation for the cycle is met · Or pass IPPT to exit early
Who This Calculator Is For
NSmen Who Failed IPPT
NSmen who did not pass their IPPT and must complete Remedial Training.
- Sessions required: 20 sessions of physical training
- Deadline: Within 6 months of IPPT failure
- Attendance: Mandatory — missed sessions incur penalties
NSFs Doing RT
Full-time NSFs assigned to RT after IPPT failure within NS unit or designated centre.
- Impact: Failure to complete RT affects vocation and promotion
- Recovery: Completing RT and passing IPPT restores normal standing
- Medical: Deferment possible with valid MC
RT First-Timers
NSmen attending RT for the first time who need to know what to expect.
- Session length: 60–90 minutes each
- Content: Aerobic fitness, strength, and flexibility
- Timing: Weekday evenings or weekends; no pay for RT
Employers of NSmen in RT
Companies whose employees are completing RT sessions outside working hours.
- Timing: Conducted outside working hours (evenings/weekends)
- Leave obligation: Employer not required to grant time off for RT
- Make-up pay: Does not apply to RT
RT vs ICT: Understanding Your NS Obligations
RT and ICT are both NS obligations but are triggered by different circumstances and have different rules.
| Feature | Remedial Training (RT) | In-Camp Training (ICT) |
|---|---|---|
| Trigger | IPPT failure | Annual NS obligation |
| Sessions | 20 sessions over 6 months | 7–14 days block |
| Pay | Not applicable | MINDEF NS ICT pay |
| Employer leave | Not required | Mandatory NS leave |
| Timing | Evenings / weekends | Block dates set by SAF |
| Completion outcome | Eligible for IPPT re-take | Operationally ready status maintained |
| Miss penalty | NS offence if >3 missed | NS offence if absent without cause |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many RT sessions do I need to complete?expand_more
NSmen who fail IPPT must complete 20 Remedial Training (RT) sessions within their IPPT window. Each session is conducted at a designated Fitness Conditioning Centre (FCC) and typically lasts about an hour.
What happens if I miss the IPPT window?expand_more
If you do not pass IPPT or complete all 20 RT sessions within your IPPT window, you may face penalties under the Enlistment Act, including fines or other disciplinary action. It is important to plan your sessions early.
Can I do multiple RT sessions per week?expand_more
Yes, you can attend multiple RT sessions per week to complete your 20 sessions faster. There is no limit on sessions per week, though you should allow your body adequate rest between sessions.
What is the difference between RT and IPPT?expand_more
IPPT is the fitness test itself — you attempt to pass by scoring 51 or more points. RT (Remedial Training) is supervised physical training for those who fail IPPT. Completing 20 RT sessions fulfils your fitness obligation for that cycle.
Sources
- • MINDEF / NS Portal (ns.sg) — RT session requirements and FCC locations
- • Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) — IPPT window policy and Enlistment Act obligations