The National Service Training Programme (PLKN) 4.0 in Malaysia will expand from three to six Territorial Army camps nationwide in 2027, targeting 10,520 participants across four training series next year, more than doubling the 4,200 recruits enrolled in 2026 [1, 2].

The current camps are located in Kuala Lumpur, Pekan, and Malbatt Village in Negeri Sembilan. New camps scheduled to open include the 504th Territorial Army Regiment Camp in Bukit Keteri, Perlis; Gemas in Negeri Sembilan; Sungai Durian in Kelantan; and Jitra in Kedah, according to one source, while another source adds Bukit Pinang in Kedah as a new site, reflecting some variance in reporting on the locations in Kedah [1, 2].

These camps are expected to be fully operational next year, with openings staggered based on the readiness and upgrading of facilities [1, 2]. The PLKN 3.0 Series Two concluded on June 8, 2026, with 1,369 trainees completing the 45-day training at three camps: 531 male trainees in Pekan, 245 female trainees in Kuala Lumpur, and 593 trainees at Malbatt Village [1, 2].

Major-General Datuk Marzuki Mokhtar said many recruits come from urban areas with better internet access, noting that "participation from rural communities remains relatively low." He detailed plans to increase rural engagement through visits to schools, social media campaigns, roadshows, and poster distribution at schools and community centers [1, 2].

Evaluations conducted with partners including the Ministry of Youth and Sports and universities showed about 85% of participants gave positive feedback on the programme. "So far, I have not received any negative reports that could affect the image of this programme," Maj-Gen Marzuki said, adding that many participants attend voluntarily because they recognize the benefits from the training [2].

Following PLKN 3.0 Series Three scheduled for July 2026, which replaces Malbatt Village camp with Bukit Keteri camp, Series Four in October will enroll recruits at the new camps in Gemas, Sungai Durian, and Jitra, bringing the number of operational camps to six [1].