The Territorial Army (TA) is conducting a major recruitment rally for various Infantry Battalion units under the Territorial Army Group Headquarters, Southern Command. This is a significant opportunity for gainfully employed or self-employed Indian citizens to serve the nation. The recruitment drive will be held from November 15, 2025, to December 1, 2025, at multiple centers across India for over 1,400 vacancies.
Job Details
| Organization | Territorial Army (TA) |
| Recruiting Command | TA Group Headquarters, Southern Command |
| Job Title | Soldier (General Duty), Soldier (Clerk), Soldier (Tradesmen) |
| Employment Type | Part-Time Volunteer Service |
| Total Vacancies | 1,422 |
| Rally Dates | 15 November 2025 to 01 December 2025 |
| Location | Multiple rally centers across India |
| Application Method | Attend recruitment rally at the designated center |
| Official Site | indianarmy.nic.in |
Advertisement No.
As per the advertisement for recruitment in Infantry Battalion Territorial Army.
Post and Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
| Soldier General Duty | 1372 |
| Soldier Clerk | 7 |
| Soldier Chef Community | 19 |
| Soldier Chef Spl | 3 |
| Soldier Mess Cook | 2 |
| Soldier ER (Equipment Repairer) | 3 |
| Soldier Steward | 3 |
| Soldier Artisan (Metallurgy) | 2 |
| Soldier Artisan (Wood Work) | 2 |
| Soldier Hair Dresser | 5 |
| Soldier Tailor | 1 |
| Soldier House Keeper | 3 |
| Soldier Washerman | 4 |
Salary Details
Salary and allowances will be as per the rules applicable to the Territorial Army.
Educational Qualification
- Soldier General Duty: Class 10th/Matric pass with 45% marks in aggregate and 33% in each subject. For boards with a grading system, a minimum of D Grade (33-40) in individual subjects and an overall aggregate of C2 grade is required.
- Soldier Clerk: 10+2/Intermediate pass in any stream (Arts, Commerce, Science) with 60% marks in aggregate and a minimum of 50% in each subject. Securing 50% in English and Maths/Accounts/Book Keeping in Class 12th is mandatory.
- Soldier Tradesmen (All Trades except House Keeper): Class 10th pass with a minimum of 33% in each subject.
- Soldier Tradesmen (House Keeper & Mess Keeper): Class 8th pass with a minimum of 33% in each subject.
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 18 and 42 years of age on the date of recruitment.
Selection Process
The selection process is based on merit and will be conducted in the following stages at the rally site :
- Physical Fitness Test (PFT): Includes a 1-mile run, pull-ups, balance, and a 9-feet ditch.
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Height, weight, and chest measurements as per standards.
- Document Verification: All original documents will be checked.
- Trade Test: For Soldier Clerk and Tradesmen categories to test proficiency in their respective trades.
- Medical Examination.
- Written Examination (CEE): For candidates who clear the above stages.
- Preparation of Final Merit List.
How to Apply
Eligible and interested male candidates must report to the designated recruitment rally centers on the scheduled dates for their respective districts. Candidates should bring all original documents along with two sets of attested photocopies. No online application is required.
Instructions
- Recruitment in the Territorial Army is fair, transparent, and based on merit only. Do not pay bribes to anyone.
- The initial period of enrolment is for seven years.
- Candidates must be residents of the recruitment zone for which they are volunteering.
- Carry all original documents, including Education Certificates, Domicile Certificate, Caste Certificate, Character Certificate, and 20 recent passport-size photographs.
- Mobile phones and other digital devices are not allowed at the rally site and examination center.
Important Dates
The recruitment rally will be conducted from November 15, 2025, to December 1, 2025. The detailed schedule for different states and districts at each center is provided in the official advertisement. Key rally centers include:
- Kolhapur, Maharashtra: At Shivaji Stadium, Shivaji University.
- Secunderabad, Telangana: At Thapar Stadium, AOC Centre.
- Belagavi, Karnataka: At Rashtriya Military School Stadium.
- Devlali, Maharashtra: At Shivsena Pramukh Balasaheb Thakarey Krida Sankul Ground, Nashik.
- Sri Vijaya Puram, Andaman & Nicobar Islands: At Netaji Stadium.
Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for the specific date corresponding to their domicile district.
Important Links
- Notification Link: Click Here
