Overview
The Heroico Colegio Militar (HCM) is Mexico's military academy for training future Army officers, run by the Secretaría de la Defensa Nacional (SEDENA). Admission is through a competitive entrance process (concurso de selección) assessing academic ability, physical fitness and medical/psychological fitness for officer-cadet training.
Who can apply
Applicants must be Mexican citizens, unmarried, generally within the age range set for the specific intake, hold a bachillerato (upper-secondary) qualification or equivalent, and meet height, physical fitness and medical standards for officer-cadet training.
Exam pattern
Selection generally includes a written academic examination, a physical fitness test, a medical examination, and a psychological evaluation, with candidates needing to pass each stage to continue in the selection process.
How to apply
Applications are submitted through SEDENA's official recruitment process for the Heroico Colegio Militar, following the registration window and documentation requirements published for that year's intake.
After the exam
Cadets who are admitted complete a multi-year programme combining academic study with military training, graduating as commissioned officers in the Mexican Army.
Preparation tips
Because physical fitness and medical standards are assessed alongside the written academic exam, maintaining fitness throughout the application period — not only immediately before the physical test — helps candidates avoid being screened out after clearing the academic stage.
What qualification is needed to apply to the Heroico Colegio Militar?
A bachillerato (upper-secondary) qualification or equivalent, along with meeting the age, physical and medical requirements for officer-cadet entry.
What does selection for the Heroico Colegio Militar include?
A written academic examination, a physical fitness test, a medical examination, and a psychological evaluation.