<\/span><\/h3>\nWomen have been allowed to serve in the Indian Army since 1992. Various entry schemes are available for women to join the Indian Army:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- UPSC Entry\/Short Service Commission (Non-Technical): <\/b>Women without an engineering background can apply under the Short Service Commission (Non-Technical) category. The selection process involves a written examination conducted by the UPSC and an interview round with the Services Selection Board. On clearing the selection process and medical tests, candidates undergo rigorous training at the Officers Training Academy (OTA) in Chennai.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Non-UPSC Entry:<\/b> Women can enter the Indian Army through the NCC Special Entry or Judge Advocate General.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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\n- NCC Special Entry: This method of direct entry doesn’t require an entrance exam. Eligibility criteria include being an unmarried female candidate between the ages of 19 to 25, having a minimum of 50% in graduation, and possessing a valid NCC ‘C’ certificate. Candidates undergo rigorous training at the OTA in Chennai.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Judge Advocate General: This branch provides legal assistance to the military. Eligibility criteria include being an unmarried female LLB between the ages of 21-27, having graduated LLB with 55% marks, and being a member of the Bar Council of India or having passed a recognized law course. Selected candidates undergo training for 49 weeks.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- UPSC Entry (Technical):<\/b> Women with an engineering background can directly join the Indian Army based on merit. There is no written exam for this entry.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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It’s important to check the specific eligibility criteria and requirements for each entry scheme.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>Qualifying Exams:<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\nThe most common way to join the Indian Army is by qualifying for written exams held at the national level. One of the popular exams is the National Defence Academy (NDA) exam, which can be taken after completing the 12th standard. The NDA exam is conducted twice a year, and unmarried males between the ages of 16\u00bd and 19\u00bd can appear for it. The exam consists of two parts and successful candidates proceed to the interview round conducted by the Services Selection Board.<\/span><\/p>\nThese are some of the routes and exams through which you can join the Indian Army. Each entry scheme has specific requirements and selection processes. It is important to stay updated with the official notifications and guidelines provided by the Indian Army for accurate and detailed information.<\/span><\/p>\nRemember, joining the Indian Army is a noble and challenging endeavor that requires dedication, commitment, and a strong sense of service to the nation.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nPaper\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n | Sections\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n | No. of Questions\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n | Duration\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n | Marks (Total=900)\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n1<\/span><\/td>\n | Mathematics<\/span><\/td>\n | 120<\/span><\/td>\n | 2.5 hours<\/span><\/td>\n | 300<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n2<\/span><\/td>\n | English and<\/span><\/p>\n General<\/span><\/p>\nKnowledge<\/span><\/td>\n | 100+ 50<\/span><\/td>\n | 2.5 hours<\/span><\/td>\n | 600<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n <\/p>\n The UPSC conducts the Combined Defence Services (CDS) exam, which serves as the entry point for undergraduate students who aspire to join the Indian Army. Similar to the NDA exam, the CDS exam is conducted twice a year, and it is open only to male unmarried candidates. To be eligible for the Indian Army through the CDS exam, candidates must hold a graduate degree. Additionally, they must meet the age requirements, which state that they should not be born earlier than January 2, 1997, and not after January 1, 2004.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n <\/span>The following table provides a brief overview of the CDS Exam Pattern:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nExam Name:<\/strong> Combined Defence Services (CDS)<\/span><\/p>\nConducting Authority:<\/strong> Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)<\/span><\/p>\nFrequency:<\/strong> Conducted twice a year<\/span><\/p>\nEligibility:<\/strong> Male unmarried candidates with a graduate degree<\/span><\/p>\nAge Limit:<\/strong> Born between January 2, 1997, and January 1, 2004 (varies based on specific exam notification)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>Exam Pattern:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n– Written Exam: Consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) divided into different subjects such as English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics.<\/span><\/p>\n– Interview Round: Candidates who qualify for the written exam are called for an interview conducted by the Services Selection Board (SSB).<\/span><\/p>\n– Medical Examination: Candidates selected after the interview round undergo a thorough medical examination to assess their fitness for service.<\/span><\/p>\nPlease note that the CDS exam pattern may vary slightly based on the specific exam notification. It is important to refer to the official notification and guidelines provided by the UPSC for the most accurate and detailed information regarding the CDS exam.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nSections\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n | Maximum Marks\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n | Duration ( in hours)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nEnglish<\/span><\/td>\n | 100<\/span><\/td>\n | 2<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nGeneral Knowledge<\/span><\/td>\n | 100<\/span><\/td>\n | 2<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nElementary Mathematics<\/span><\/td>\n | 100<\/span><\/td>\n | 2<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n <\/p>\n The Indian Territorial Army exam provides an opportunity for individuals who are unable to join the Indian Military Academy (IMA) through the NDA or CDS exam. It serves as the second line of defense after the general Indian Army. This national-level exam is conducted by the Territorial Army and is open to gainfully employed male and female candidates between the ages of 18 and 42. To be eligible for the Indian Army through this exam, candidates must hold an undergraduate degree from a recognized college. The following table highlights key details of the Indian Territorial Army exam:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n \n\n\nPaper\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n | Subject\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n | Duration\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n | Number<\/span><\/p>\n of Questions\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n | Marks\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n1<\/span><\/td>\n | Reasoning and<\/span><\/p>\n Elementary Mathematics<\/span><\/td>\n | 2 hours<\/span><\/td>\n | 50 each<\/span><\/td>\n | 100<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n2<\/span><\/td>\n | General Knowledge<\/span><\/p>\n and English<\/span><\/td>\n | 2 hours<\/span><\/td>\n | 50 each<\/span><\/td>\n | 100<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/h2>\n<\/span>Direct Entry<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\nThe Indian Army offers direct entry opportunities through recruitment rallies in various locations, allowing candidates to join without having to qualify for written exams. These rallies are specifically for technical positions such as Soldier Technical, Store Keeper Technical, Soldier Tradesman, Soldier Nursing Asstt, and more. Candidates interested in joining the Indian Army through this selection process must meet the specified eligibility criteria for different posts and undergo a physical ability test. Here are some of the direct entry selection procedures:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- Technical Entry Schemes 1 & 2<\/span><\/li>\n
- University Entry Scheme<\/span><\/li>\n
- Technical Graduate Course- 129 & 130<\/span><\/li>\n
- Short Service Commission (SSC) Tech (men)- 53 & 54<\/span><\/li>\n
- Short Service Commission (SSC) Tech (women)- 22 & 23<\/span><\/li>\n
- National Cadet Corps (NCC)- 46 & 47<\/span><\/li>\n
- Judge Advocate General (JAG)- 24<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
(Note: The direct entry procedures of Army Entry Corps (AEC) 129 & 130 are discontinued temporarily.)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n <\/span>Essential Documents:<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\nCandidates opting for this method to join the Indian Army must carry essential documents (along with photocopies) to the venue for direct entry. These documents include:<\/span><\/p>\n– Class 10th certificate as a birth date proof<\/span><\/p>\n– Class 10th & 12th mark sheets<\/span><\/p>\n– Caste Certificate<\/span><\/p>\n– Character Certificate<\/span><\/p>\n– Certificate for excellent background in sports<\/span><\/p>\n– NCC Certificate<\/span><\/p>\n– Relationship Certificate (if the candidate is a son of a serving soldier, ex-serviceman, or war widow)<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/span>Indian Army Recruitment 2023:<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\nThe Indian Army conducts recruitment rallies and Bharti for ambitious young men and women who wish to serve their country. For the Indian Army Bharti recruitment rally in 2023, candidates need to meet the following eligibility criteria:<\/span><\/p>\n1. Soldier GD:<\/strong> Candidates should have passed 10+2 with a minimum of 33% marks or equivalent.<\/span><\/p>\n2. Soldier Technical:<\/strong> Candidates should have passed 10+2 with a Science background (PCM), with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent.<\/span><\/p>\n3. Soldier Technical (Ammunition Examiner):<\/strong> Candidates should have passed 10+2 with a Science stream (PCM) or (PCME) or completed a three-year diploma in Engineering (Mechanical\/Electrical\/Automobile\/Computer Science and Electronic) with a minimum of 50% marks.<\/span><\/p>\n4. Soldier Clerks\/SKT:<\/strong> Candidates should have passed 10+2 with a minimum of 60% marks and studied subjects like English and Mathematics or Accounting or Bookkeeping.<\/span><\/p>\n5. Soldier Nursing Assistant\/NA Veterinary:<\/strong> Candidates should have passed 10+2 with a Science background (PCM) or (PCME) and a minimum of 50% marks. Those who have pursued B.Sc in Botany\/Zoology\/Bioscience along with English are also eligible.<\/span><\/p>\n6. Soldier Tradesmen (All Arms):<\/strong> Candidates must have passed 10th or possess an ITI in the relevant trade.<\/span><\/p>\n7. | | | | | | | | | |