Kodkod combat soldierלוחם קודקוד
What the Kodkod combat soldier role asks for, and what it holds
A Kodkod combat soldier serves in an Israeli Air Force combat role and carries out a complex mission in all conditions.
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The role asks for a medical profile of 72 and up, a Dapar of 50 and up and a Hebrew score of 7 and up.
The medical profile runs from 21 to 97.
The Dapar, the reasoning test of the first call-up, is scored from 10 to 90.
The Hebrew score runs from 1 to 9.
- Kind of role
- Combat
- Branch
- Air Force
- Open to
- Men
- Medical profile
- 72 and up
- Dapar
- 50 and up
- Hebrew score
- 7 and up
- Try-out
- For men
The IDF's page also names a lowest score in 6 traits.
The IDF's page lists these traits among the role's requirements, each with the minimum score the role asks for.
- Operating systems3
- Effort and persistence2
- Handling information2
- Maturity2
- Self-control2
- Teamwork2
This is what the work of the role holds.
Soldiers in the role serve in an Air Force system that affects national security. During the track, they are exposed to content that only a small group of people sees.
After the track ends, the team moves to the operational unit. There it keeps up its readiness and takes part in operational activity.
This is how the IDF's page sets out the way into the role.
- 1Men must go through a selection process.
This is how the training for the role runs.
Training starts with basic training at the Rifleman 05 level. It is followed by a course of 1 year and 2 months.
This is what service in the role looks like.
Soldiers are placed in an operational unit, at bases across the country. Because of the role's importance, 1 year of career service is required, and because of the long training, a commitment of 2 years of career service is also stated.
The role also asks for a few more things.
- Men must fully pass the physical screening for pilots, naval officers or submarines to be considered for the role.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the Kodkod combat soldier role ask for?
The role asks for a medical profile of 72 and up, a Dapar of 50 and up and a Hebrew score of 7 and up.
Who can serve as Kodkod combat soldier?
The role is open to men.
Is there a try-out for Kodkod combat soldier?
Yes, for men. The IDF's page sets out the selection this way. Men must go through a selection process.
What does the training for Kodkod combat soldier hold?
Training starts with basic training at the Rifleman 05 level. It is followed by a course of 1 year and 2 months.
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: Kodkod combat soldier
The requirements and screenings change from time to time, and the IDF's page for each role is the one that counts.