13. Egypt
Total number of reserves: 480,000
As of 2024, Egypt has about 480,000 military personnel in reserve, or 0.4% of the country's total population. The country is considered the most powerful military force in Africa. Note that Egypt's military includes the Egyptian Army, Egyptian Navy, Egyptian Air Force, and Egyptian Air Defense.
12. Pakistan
Total number of reserves: 550,000
On the military front, Pakistan has left many developed countries behind, quickly rising to 14th place in the world rankings. The most powerful country in the world. The Pakistani army plays a huge role in the country's economic and political spheres, with 550,000 reserve manpower in the country as of 2024. The Pakistani army is not only responsible for external defence, but also assists and assists domestic forces in internal defence.
11. North Korea
Total number of reserves: 560,000
The Korean People's Army (KPA) is one of the largest military forces in the world, and its main purpose is to maintain the Kim regime. As of 2024, North Korea has a reserve of 560,000 troops. Each member of the reserve forces is equipped with combat equipment, including weapons used by the crew and personal weapons. Reservists not only have to respond to emergency calls at all times, but also enter the boot camp for military training. 15 to 30 days at least once a year.
10. Tajikistan
Total reserves: 600,000
The Republic of Tajikistan is one of the few countries where the army reserves more than the active manpower. As of 2024, the total number of military personnel in the country is 600,000. While older males are required to serve in the military for 18 to 27, it can be avoided by paying the equivalent of $2,200 in Tajikistani somoni.
9. United States of America
Total number of reservists: 799,500
As of 2024, the U.S. reserve army has a strength of 799,500 troops. The U.S. Federal Department Reserve Force Program, known as the U.S. Army Reserve.
8. Finland
Total reserves: 870,000
The primary focus of the project was that the territorial defense of the Finnish Defense Forces (FDF) required a large number of well-trained reserve forces. As of 2024, Finland has 870,000 reservists with a number of Defence Force responsibilities, such as internal security responsibilities, responsibility for international peacekeeping operations, etc. In Finland, every male citizen is part of the reservists until he moves to retirement age. 60 years old. The regional office is responsible for all matters related to reservists.
7. United Kingdom
Total number of reservists: 924,000
The British army is known for having experienced, professional, and well-respected units with a wide range of missions and responsibilities. As of 2024, the UK has a reserve military manpower of 924,000. Reservists in Great Britain are supposed to serve in their spare time and can enlist from the age of 18 to 43. Reservists are trained and paid on weekend evenings.
6. India
Total number of reservists: 1,155,000
The Indian army is mainly engaged in the defense of its territory. They are known for being extremely professional, experienced, and well-equipped. As of 2024, India has the fourth most powerful military force in the world, with a reserve military manpower of 1.155 million. The age limit to join the Indian Reservists is 18 to 42 years, and the person needs to have graduated from any recognized university.
5. Ukraine
Total reserves: 1,200,000
After the Russian attack, the Armed Forces of Ukraine (UAF) are mainly engaged in defending against Russian aggression. Despite a difficult year, Ukraine's reserve military strength has reached 1.2 million as of 2024. Due to the persistence of tensions between Ukraine and Russia, Ukrainian men are no longer lining up to fight. So, earlier this year, a bill was submitted to strengthen the mobilization of the army, lowering the age of joining the reservists to 25-27 years.
4. Philippines
Total reserves: 1,200,000
The Philippine Army has a major support program called the Philippine Army Reserve Command, which is specifically proposed to manage and organize the reserve forces. As of 2024, the total number of Philippine military reserve personnel is 1.2 million. The Philippine Army Reserve Command has a basic ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) that provides training to reservists who join through a semester program.
3. Russia
Total reserves: 2,000,000
As the largest country in the world by area, the Russian army is a mixed force of professionals and conscripts, capable of performing a full range of operations. As of 2024, Russia has 2 million military personnel in reserve. Russia has raised the upper age limit for men subject to compulsory military service to 30 years, and the country has also retained mobilized reservists, including men who regularly sign up for military training after their professional service has ended.
2. South Korea
Total Reserves: 3,100,000
The South Korean military, which is second on the list, is known for having professionals who are regularly trained in multinational and bilateral exercises. As of 2024, South Korea's military numbers 3.1 million. Male citizens of South Korea who have been discharged from the military will automatically enter the reserve forces for the next six to eight years. Reservists are required to attend training several times a year.
1. Vietnam
Total reserves: 5 million
At the top of the list is Vietnam, which will have a reserve of 5 million by 2024. The People's Army of Vietnam (PAVN) is the national military force of Vietnam, which includes the army, navy, air force, border guards, and coast guard. The Vietnamese People's Army is one of the largest armies in the region and has been involved in many conflicts since its inception in the mid-40s of the 20th century. In 2022, Vietnam's military spending accounted for 2.3% of the country's total GDP. In addition, male Vietnamese citizens between the ages of 18 and 25 are required to perform compulsory military service.