Territorial Army Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Post Name : Territorial Army Officer (commissioned in the rank of Lieutenant)

Total Vacancies : 12 (Male – 11 | Female – 01)

Age Limit : 18 to 42 years as on 19 May 2026

 

Vacancy Details :

Gender : 11

Female : 01 

 

Male and female candidates will be placed in separate orders of merit based on total marks secured in the CBT and SSB tests. Vacancies are subject to change as per organisational requirement. Final selection will be made in order of merit up to the number of vacancies available.

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Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

Only citizens of India (male and female) are eligible to apply.

Age Limit

Candidates must have attained a minimum age of 18 years and must not be more than 42 years as on 19 May 2026 (last date of filing application).

Educational Qualification

Candidates must be a Graduate from any recognised university.

Physical Standards

Candidates must be physically and medically fit in all respects. Refer to the “Instructions to Candidates applying for Commission in The Territorial Army (Civilian Candidates)” uploaded on the Indian Army website for detailed guidelines.

Employment Condition

Candidates must be gainfully employed at the time of application. Serving members of the Regular Army, Navy, Air Force, Police, GREF, Para-Military and like forces are not eligible.

Application Fee :

Application Fee: Rs. 500/- (Rupees Five Hundred Only)
Payment must be made only through the online modes prescribed on the official website. Payment by any other mode is not valid. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances, nor can it be held in reserve for any other examination.

 

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The examination is a Computer Based Test (CBT) conducted in a single session of 2 hours. The question paper consists of 100 MCQ carrying 100 marks, divided into three parts.

 

Paper	Subject	No. of Questions	Marks	Time
Part 1	Reasoning	40	40	02 Hours (Single Session)
Part 2	General Knowledge	30	30
Part 3	English	30	30
Total		100	100

ⓘ Negative Marking: For each wrong answer, 1/3 (0.33%) of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as penalty. Questions marked for review will be treated as unanswered.

Detailed Syllabus :

Part 1 – Reasoning: Tests the ability to complete sequences and make logical conclusions based on simple patterns of numbers, statements, figures, and letters — as expected of a rational thinking person without any special study.

Part 2 – General Knowledge: Covers General Knowledge and Current Affairs (equal weightage). Includes questions on current affairs, everyday scientific observation, History of India, and Geography — answerable without special study.

Part 3 – English: Tests understanding of English and workmanlike use of words.

The standard of papers will approximately be that expected of a graduate of an Indian university. The Territorial Army Directorate has the discretion to fix qualifying marks in any or all subjects.

 

Selection Process

Stage 1 – CBT: Candidates whose application forms are found correct and who qualify the CBT will be detailed for Intelligence and Personality Test at the Service Selection Board (SSB).

Stage 2 – SSB (Two-Stage): A two-stage selection procedure based on Psychological Aptitude Test and Intelligence Test is followed at SSBs. All candidates will be put to Stage 1 (Screening) on the first day of reporting. Only those qualifying Stage 1 will be admitted to the Stage 2/remaining tests. Those who fail Stage 1 will be returned.

Final Merit: Male and female candidates will be placed in separate orders of merit based on total marks in CBT and SSB tests combined.

Embodiment, Training & Service Conditions

Embodiment for Training

Up to 6 months Pre-Commission Training as provided in TA Rule 20A (amended vide SRO 65 dated 29 Apr 2023). Candidates will be commissioned in TA only on successful completion of this training, after which 21 days Post-Commission Leave will be granted.

30 days training under Rule-19 after completion of post-commission leave.

Two months annual training camp every year (if not embodied for more than six months in a training year — April to March).

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Terms and Conditions of Service

Territorial Army is a part-time concept with mandatory two months training per year. It does not guarantee a full-time career.

Serving in TA does not guarantee pension — subject to embodied service as per organisational requirement.

Commission is granted in the rank of Lieutenant.

Pay and Allowances will be the same as Regular Army Officers when embodied for training and military service.

Promotions up to Lt Colonel by time scale (subject to laid-down criteria). Promotion to Colonel and Brigadier by selection.

Officers commissioned in TA may be called out for military service for longer duration depending on requirements.

Pay Scales (7th CPC)

Documents Required at SSB Interview :

Candidates who qualify the CBT must bring the following documents in original with self-attested copies at the time of SSB Interview:

Application Form IAF (TA)-9 (Revised) Part-2 — downloaded from www.indianarmy.nic.in and filled in own handwriting

All educational qualification certificates (Matric onwards).

Copy of identity proof with photograph (Voter ID / PAN Card / Passport / Driving Licence / Aadhaar etc.).

Proof of residential address.

Certificate for proof of age (Matric/Senior Secondary mark sheet and certificate for DOB verification).

Candidates with name variation in documents: copy of Gazette Notification of India/State showing correct name, OR an affidavit supported by newspaper cuttings.

Latest income proof from appropriate authority (Income Tax Revenue Department / Magistrate / Employer).

Copy of latest Income Tax Return (ITR) filed.

Admit Card.

Self-employed candidates: Affidavit on Non-Judicial stamp paper (minimum value, duly attested by Notary) stating nature of employment and annual income, along with photocopy of PAN Card and self-certified character certificate.

Govt./Semi-Govt./Private Sector employed candidates: Service certificate authenticated by Head of Office, along with salary certificate and No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the department as per the format prescribed in the notification.

How to Apply ?

Applications must be submitted online only at www.indianarmy.nic.in. No other mode of application is allowed.

Apply Online – indianarmy.nic.in

1. Visit the official website: Go to www.indianarmy.nic.in and read all instructions for filling the online Application Form IAF (TA)-9 (Revised) Part-1 before proceeding.

2. Fill Application Form: Complete the online application form from 20 April 2026 (10:00 hrs) to 19 May 2026 (23:55 hrs). Provide a valid and active email ID and mobile number — all communications will be sent electronically. Select your examination centre carefully, as no change of centre will be granted.

3. Pay Application Fee: Pay Rs. 500/- through the prescribed online payment modes available on the website. Applications submitted without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected.

4. Submit and Save: Submit the application well before the last date. Save a printout/copy of the filled and submitted application form for future reference.

5. Download Admit Card: The admit card will be made available online 10 to 15 days before the CBT (12 July 2026). An email and SMS alert will also be sent. The admit card will include photograph, scanned signature, date of birth, exam date/time, and examination centre details.

 

Important Links :

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Notification : Click here

Official Website: Click here

 

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