Territorial Army Recruitment 2025: Join as an Officer
The Territorial Army (TA) Directorate invites applications from gainfully employed Indian citizens (male and female) for an opportunity to don the uniform and serve the nation as Territorial Army Officers. This unique concept allows motivated young professionals to serve in a military environment without sacrificing their primary civilian professions, offering a dual role experience.
This recruitment is for a commission in the Territorial Army. Candidates’ selection will be provisional, subject to fulfilling all prescribed eligibility conditions. Verification of eligibility will occur only after qualifying for the Service Selection Board (SSB) interview.
This article summarizes the key details regarding the TA Recruitment 2025, including eligibility, application process, selection procedure, and important dates.
Highlights
| Feature | Details |
| Organization | Territorial Army (TA) Directorate, Indian Army |
| Opportunity | Commission as Territorial Army Officer |
| Eligibility | Gainfully Employed Indian Citizens (Male & Female) |
| Vacancies | Male – 18, Female – 01 (Tentative, subject to change) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Online Start Date | 12 May 2025 (10:00 Hours) |
| Online End Date | 10 June 2025 (23:55 PM) |
| Exam Date (Tentative) | 20 July 2025 (Computer Based Test – CBT) |
| Application Fee | Rs. 500/- |
| Official Website | https://www.indianarmy.nic.in or link provided on website |
| (www.jointerritorialarmy.gov.in for Objection Management & Form Download) |
Eligibility Criteria – Territorial Army Recruitment 2025
Candidates must meet the following conditions to be eligible for the TA Recruitment 2025:
- Nationality: Only citizens of India (male and female).
- Age Limits: 18 to 42 years as on the last day of filing the application (i.e., 10 June 2025). Candidates should have attained a minimum of 18 years and should not be more than 42 years old on this date.
- Educational Qualifications: Graduate from any recognized university.
- Physical Standards: A candidate must be physically and medically fit in all respects.
- Employment: Must be Gainfully Employed. This includes individuals working in:
- Central Government / State Government / Semi-Government
- Public Sector Undertakings (PSU)
- Private Sector
- Self-Employed / Own Business
- Ineligibility Note: Serving members of the Regular Army, Navy, Air Force, Police, General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF), Para Military forces, and like forces are NOT eligible to apply.
Application Process – Territorial Army Recruitment 2025
- How to Apply:
- Applications must be submitted ONLINE through the link provided on the official Indian Army website: https://www.indianarmy.nic.in.
- The online application window will be active from 12 May 2025 (10:00 Hours) to 10 June 2025 (23:55 PM).
- Candidates need to follow the brief instructions for filling up the online Application Form (IAF(TA)-9 (Revised) Part-1) available on the website.
- Ensure you have a valid and active E-mail ID and mobile number for communication throughout the process.
- Carefully choose three options for examination centres during application. (Allotment is subject to availability).
- It is advisable to apply well in time and keep a printout of the submitted online form.
- Application Fee:
- Rs. 500/- (Rupees five hundred only).
- Payment must be made only through the modes prescribed on the website.
- Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be held in reserve for any other examination or selection.
Selection Procedure – Territorial Army Recruitment 2025
The selection process for TA Recruitment 2025 involves multiple stages:
- Online Entrance Examination (Computer Based Test – CBT):
- Tentatively scheduled for 20 July 2025. (Date is subject to change).
- Exam will be held PAN India at various centres (a comprehensive list is provided in the notification).
- Admit cards will be available online for download.
- Service Selection Board (SSB) Interview:
- Candidates whose application forms are found correct and who are declared successful in the online entrance exam will be intimated (via email/SMS and TA Dte website) for an intelligence and personality test at the Service Selection Board.
- A two-stage selection procedure based on Psychological Aptitude Test and Intelligence Test is followed at SSB:
- Stage I: Test on the first day of reporting. Only candidates qualifying Stage I will proceed to Stage II.
- Stage II: Remaining tests for those who clear Stage I.
- Merit List: Male and female candidates will be placed in separate orders of merit based on the total marks secured by them in the online entrance examination and in the SSB tests.
- Document Verification (at SSB): Candidates qualifying the CBT must bring original documents along with self-attested copies at the time of the SSB Interview. Required documents include:
- Application Form IAF (TA)-9 (Revised) Part-2 (downloaded from www.jointerritorialarmy.gov.in and handwritten).
- All educational qualification certificates (Matric onwards).
- Latest physical fitness certificate from a registered MBBS Doctor.
- Identity proof with photograph (Voter ID/PAN Card/Passport/Driving license/Aadhaar etc.).
- Domicile/Residential proof.
- Proof of age (Matric/Senior Secondary mark sheet).
- Service certificate (Central/State/Semi Govt/PSU/Private Sector) authenticated by Head Office, along with salary certificate and NOC (as per format).
- Self-employed: Affidavit on Non-Judicial stamp paper (stating nature of employment, annual income), PAN card copy, self-certified character certificate.
- Latest income proof (ITR copy, proof from Magistrate/Employer etc.).
- Gazette notification or affidavit for name variations in documents.
- (Detailed list of required certificates for different employment types is in the notification).
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Pay Scale / Salary Details (VIIth CPC) – Territorial Army Recruitment 2025: Join
Commission is granted in the rank of Lieutenant. Pay and Allowances and privileges will be the same as Regular Army Officers when embodied for training and military service.
| Rank | Level | Pay Matrix (Rs.) | Military Service Pay (Rs.) |
| LIEUTENANT | Level 10 | 56,100 – 1,77,500 | 15,500/- |
| CAPTAIN | Level 10A | 61,300 – 1,93,900 | 15,500/- |
| MAJOR | Level 11 | 69,400 – 2,07,200 | 15,500/- |
| LT COLONEL | Level 12A | 1,21,200 – 2,12,400 | 15,500/- |
| COLONEL | Level 13 | 1,30,600 – 2,15,900 | 15,500/- |
| BRIGADIER | Level 13A | 1,39,600 – 2,17,600 | 15,500/- |
Training & Service Conditions
- Pre-Commission Training: Six months, as per TA Rule 20A (amended). Commissioning is subject to successful completion.
- Annual Training: Two months annual training camp every year.
- Nature of Service: Territorial Army is a part-time concept and does not provide a full-time career.
- Pension: Serving in TA does not guarantee pension; it is subject to embodied service as per organizational requirements.
- Promotions: Up to Lt Col by time scale (subject to criteria). Colonel and Brigadier by selection.
- Embodiment for Service: Officers may be called out for military service for longer durations depending on requirements.
Vacancy Details – Territorial Army Recruitment 2025
- Total Vacancies: 19 (Tentative)
- Male: 18
- Female: 01
- Final selection will be based on merit up to the number of available vacancies. Vacancies are subject to change.
Important Dates
| Event | Date | Time |
| Online Application & Registration Start Date | 12 May 2025 | 10:00 Hours |
| Online Application & Registration End Date | 10 June 2025 | 23:55 PM |
| Tentative Date of Online Entrance Exam (CBT) | 20 July 2025 | – |
| Age Limit Cut-off Date | 10 June 2025 | – |
Official Links and Contact Information
- Official Website for Application: https://www.indianarmy.nic.in (Link will be active during the application period).
- Website for Objection Management & Form Download: www.jointerritorialarmy.gov.in
- Helpline for Candidates (Application Guidance): Telephone No. 7669631162 (Working days, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, from application start till CBT).
- Facilitation Counter (Guidance/Clarification):
Directorate General of Territorial Army, General Staff Branch, IHQ of MoD (Army), A Block 4th Floor, Defence Office Complex, KG Marg, New Delhi-110001.- Territorial Army Officer Queries: 011-21411121, 011-23094365.
The TA Recruitment 2025 offers a unique and prestigious opportunity for gainfully employed Indian citizens to serve the nation as commissioned officers in the Territorial Army while continuing their civilian professions. This part-time commitment involves mandatory training and potential embodiment for longer military service based on requirements.
Interested and eligible candidates should thoroughly review the full official notification available on the Indian Army website for comprehensive details on eligibility, syllabus, documentation, and the application process. Ensure online applications are submitted correctly and before the deadline of 10th June 2025.
