Amman:An electronic lottery was conducted on Sunday to select 9,000 young Jordanians, born in 2008, for participation in the national service program set for the year 2027. The selected conscripts will be divided into three cohorts, with each group consisting of 3,000 individuals.
According to Jordan News Agency, the increase in conscripts from 6,000 in the first batch to 9,000 in the current selection represents a 50 percent increase following directives from His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II. This expansion is part of an effort to scale up the program, building on the success of previous batches while maintaining the quality of training and operational efficiency.
Representatives from relevant authorities attended the live draw, which was broadcast on Jordan TV. The Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship (MODEE) conducted the lottery and developed the necessary technical systems in coordination with the Jordan Armed Forces-Arab Army (JAF) and the Civil Status and Passports Department (CSPD).
Technical teams at the ministry created an electronic algorithm to ensure an unbiased random selection process. The system underwent rigorous testing and auditing to guarantee data integrity, accuracy, security, and reliability.
The selection process utilized a neutral statistical sampling methodology, considering population distribution across governorates to ensure fairness and equal opportunity for all eligible conscripts.
The electronic Military Service Platform was reactivated to provide public access to results and information regarding military service. This platform allows conscripts and their families to check their status and access necessary instructions and procedures.
Selected conscripts and their families will receive notifications via SMS, the Sanad mobile application, and the electronic National Service Platform. Authorities have urged individuals born in 2008 to monitor notifications and verify their status through official channels, emphasizing that overlooking one's status does not exempt individuals from legal responsibility.
This electronic lottery is part of a broader initiative to integrate digital solutions and modern technology into government operations, enhancing efficiency, transparency, and accessibility for citizens.