Amman, Nov. 8 (Petra) -- An electronic lottery was held on Sunday to select 9,000 young Jordanians born in 2008 for induction into the national service program for the year 2027. The selected individuals will be distributed across three training cohorts throughout the year, with 3,000 conscripts per cohort.

According to a statement by the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship (MODEE), increasing the number of conscripts from 6,000 in the first batch to 9,000 in the second a 50 percent increase follows the directives of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II. The expansion aims to gradually scale up the program and build on the inaugural batch's success, allowing more Jordanian youth to participate in this national initiative while maintaining training quality and operational efficiency.

Representatives from relevant authorities attended the draw, which was broadcast live on Jordan TV. MODEE executed the electronic lottery and prepared the required technical system in coordination with the Jordan Armed Forces–Arab Army (JAF) and the Civil Status and Passports Department (CSPD).

Technical execution involved developing an electronic algorithm to generate an unbiased random sample created by specialized technical teams at the ministry. The system underwent testing, verification, and technical auditing to ensure data integrity, accuracy, security, and the reliability of the selection process.

The selection relied on a neutral statistical sampling methodology based on computerized random selection, taking into account population distribution across governorates to guarantee neutrality, fairness, and equal opportunity among eligible conscripts.

To facilitate public access to results and information regarding military service, the electronic Military Service Platform was reactivated concurrently with the conclusion of the draw. This allows conscripts and their families to check their status and review necessary instructions and procedures.

Selected conscripts and their families will also be notified via short text messages (SMS), the Sanad mobile application, and the electronic National Service Platform.

Youth concerned can inquire about their status via the official platform at [https://khidmetalam.gov.jo].

Relevant authorities called on individuals born in 2008 to monitor notifications, verify their status through official channels, and review required dates and procedures, stressing that failure to check one's status does not exempt individuals from legal responsibility.

The implementation of the electronic lottery forms part of broader efforts to leverage digital solutions and modern technology in enhancing government operations, boosting efficiency, transparency, and accessibility for citizens.

//Petra// AF