Gauss (Intelligence Corps)גאוס- חיל המודיעין
What the Gauss (Intelligence Corps) role asks for, and what it holds
Gauss is an Intelligence Corps track that combines physics and algorithms to research and develop technological means from end to end in support of operations.
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The role asks for a medical profile of 25 and up.
The medical profile runs from 21 to 97.
- Kind of role
- Combat support
- Branch
- Intelligence
- Open to
- Men and women
- Medical profile
- 25 and up
- Try-out
- Not needed
This is what the work of the role holds.
Soldiers in the role do technological research and development that combines physics and algorithms. The means they develop support and accompany operations.
The work is varied and may include office work, workshop work and field work. The track works in a new field for the IDF and the Ministry of Defense.
This is how the training for the role runs.
Training opens with a basic course of about 4 months on a closed base. It continues with on-the-job training in various work teams during service.
This is what service in the role looks like.
Service is usually on an open base, and staying overnight on base is possible depending on workload and need. The role requires signing on for 2 years of career service.
The role also asks for a few more things.
- A basic background in programming and physics.
- Interpersonal skills and high mental resilience.
- Signing on for 2 years of career service.
After the role, the IDF's page names these paths.
- Graduates of the track take up roles in the intelligence community.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the Gauss (Intelligence Corps) role ask for?
The role asks for a medical profile of 25 and up.
Who can serve as Gauss (Intelligence Corps)?
The role is open to men and women.
Is there a try-out for Gauss (Intelligence Corps)?
The IDF names no try-out for the role.
What does the training for Gauss (Intelligence Corps) hold?
Training opens with a basic course of about 4 months on a closed base. It continues with on-the-job training in various work teams during service.
This page was written from the IDF's pages for future soldiers, read on 6 November 2026.
- The role's page on the IDF's site: Gauss (Intelligence Corps)
The requirements and screenings change from time to time, and the IDF's page for each role is the one that counts.