BTS Military Service Schedule: Completion Dates and Future Career Plans

BTS members are currently fulfilling their mandatory military service, a requirement for all South Korean men. Here’s a detailed schedule of their enlistment and expected discharge dates, along with insights into their future plans.

BTS Members' Military Service Schedule

Jin (Kim Seokjin)

• Enlistment Date: December 2022
• Expected Discharge: June 10-15, 2024
• Post-Service Plans: Jin has expressed intentions to focus on music and variety shows after his discharge.

J-Hope (Jung Hoseok)

• Enlistment Date: April 18, 2023
• Expected Discharge: October 15-20, 2024
• Post-Service Plans: J-Hope has hinted at exploring various options for his career after military service, including new music projects.

Suga (Min Yoongi)

• Enlistment Date: September 22, 2023 (serving in public service due to a shoulder injury)
• Expected Discharge: June 21, 2025
• Post-Service Plans: Suga continues to engage with fans through his talk show Suchwita and is expected to release more music.

RM (Kim Namjoon)

• Enlistment Date: December 11, 2023
• Expected Discharge: June 10, 2025
• Post-Service Plans: RM is anticipated to continue his solo career following his discharge, building on the success of his album Indigo.

V (Kim Taehyung)

• Enlistment Date: December 11, 2023
• Expected Discharge: June 10, 2025
• Post-Service Plans: V has been active in the fashion industry and is expected to continue his musical endeavors post-service.

Jimin (Park Jimin)

• Enlistment Date: December 12, 2023
• Expected Discharge: June 11, 2025
• Post-Service Plans: Jimin has been involved in various brand endorsements and is likely to focus on solo music projects after returning.

Jungkook (Jeon Jungkook)

• Enlistment Date: December 12, 2023
• Expected Discharge: June 11, 2025
• Post-Service Plans: Jungkook is expected to pursue further solo projects following his military service.

Future Career Plans

While the members are currently serving their time, they have expressed excitement about returning to the music scene. HYBE has confirmed that BTS plans to reunite fully in 2026, allowing for a gradual return of individual members leading up to this full reunion. This staggered schedule ensures that fans will see each member gradually re-enter the spotlight as they complete their service.

BTS's military service marks a significant period for both the members and their fans. With each member expected to return over the next couple of years, anticipation is building for their reunion and future projects. As they complete their duties, fans can look forward to new music and activities from each member as they continue to evolve as artists.