🎖️ Territorial Army Recruitment Soldier (General Duty, Tradesman & Clerk) | Eastern Command | Indian Army

🚨 URGENT: Territorial Army Recruitment 2025 – Soldier Positions – Ongoing: 15 Nov – 14 Dec 2025

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Territorial Army Recruitment

Soldier (General Duty, Tradesman & Clerk) | Eastern Command | Indian Army

Organisation: Territorial Army Group HQ, Eastern Command
Recruitment Period: 15 November – 14 December 2025 | Type: Recruitment Rallies

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📝 Recruitment Rallies Ongoing – Multiple Units – Last Date 14 Dec 2025

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Total Vacancies

450+

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Unit Count

7 Units

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Location

NE India

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Age

18-42 Yrs

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Qualification

8th/10th Pass

✅ Check Eligibility 📝 Recruitment Process 📍 Rally Venues 📋 Documents Needed

About Territorial Army Recruitment

Opportunity to serve in Indian Army's Territorial force with multiple career options and regional units.

Territorial Army (TA), under the Eastern Command of the Indian Army, is conducting recruitment rallies across the Northeast region for engaging Soldiers in various categories including General Duty, Tradesman (Chef, Mess Keeper, Washerman, Hair Dresser, House Keeper), and Clerk positions.

The Territorial Army offers a unique opportunity to serve the nation in a part-time or full-time capacity while maintaining civilian careers. This recruitment drive is open to eligible candidates from Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and West Bengal at designated venues across the Northeast.

Selection is fair, transparent, and on merit only. The recruitment process includes physical fitness tests, medical examination, trade test (where applicable), written examination, and final merit-based selection. No bribes or agents involved – direct recruitment through official channels only.

450+ Vacancies

7 TA Units

9 States/UTs

Merit Based Only

Recruitment Units & Venues

Multiple Infantry Battalions across Northeast India recruiting eligible candidates.

Unit Name	Category	Venue Location	Vacancies
107 Inf Bn (TA) - Gorkha Rifles	Male Only	Jalapahar, Darjeeling (WB)	102
113 Inf Bn (TA) - Rajput	Male Only	Bhagat Stadium RMS, Dimapur (Nagaland)	129
119 Inf Bn (TA) - Assam	Male Only	Masimpur Military Station, Silchar (Assam)	94
121 Inf Bn (TA) - Garhwal Rifles	Male Only	To Be Notified	TBN
164 Inf Bn (TA) HOME & HEARTH - Naga	Male & Female	Regional Venues	TBN
165 Inf Bn (TA) HOME & HEARTH - Assam	Male & Female	Regional Venues	TBN
166 Inf Bn (TA) HOME & HEARTH - Assam	Male & Female	Regional Venues	TBN

Eligibility Criteria

Complete requirements for all Soldier categories in Territorial Army.

Age & Nationality

• Age Range 18-42 Years (Max Age)
• Nationality Indian Citizen Only
• Status Serving/Ex-Armed Forces Ineligible

Age calculated as on date of physical test at recruitment rally. Candidates should not be serving or ex-member of any armed force.

Physical Standards (Male)

• Height Min 160 cm (157 cm for Eastern Himalayan regions)
• Chest Min 82 cm (77 cm unexpanded)
• Weight Proportionate to Height & Age
• Relaxation SOL, Daughters, Sportspersons

Special relaxations for sons of servicemen (2cm height, 2kg weight), daughters (2cm, 2kg), and sportspersons (3cm, 3kg).

Physical Standards (Female)

• Height Min 157 cm (152 cm for Eastern regions)
• Chest 5 cm expansion
• Weight Proportionate to Height & Age
• Eligibility HOME & HEARTH Units Only

Females eligible only for 164, 165, 166 Infantry Battalions (HOME & HEARTH units). Same relaxations apply as male counterparts.

Educational Qualification

• Soldier Gen Duty 8th Standard Pass (Matriculate)
• Soldier Clerk 10th Pass + Higher Secondary
• Tradesman Categories 8th Pass (varies by trade)
• From Boards Recognized State/CBSE/ICSE/Open School

Candidates must possess mark sheets & original certificates from recognized education boards. Provisional certificates must be signed by school head.

Personal Conditions

• Marital Status Unmarried OR Married
• Criminal Record NO convictions in criminal court
• Reserve Liability Must NOT have reserve liability
• Polygamy Not more than one wife living

Candidates with criminal history, reserve liability, or pending charges are ineligible. Must provide character certificate from local authority within 6 months.

Domicile Requirements

• Required Domicile Certificate of State/UT
• Issued By Tehsildar/SDM/District Magistrate
• Must Include Photograph of candidate
• Valid From Date of issue onwards

Domicile certificate mandatory. Rally entry based on domicile dates listed for specific dates & districts. Check precise eligibility for your rally date.

Recruitment & Selection Process

Five-Stage Selection Procedure

• Stage 1 - Physical Fitness Test (PFT):
  Male: 1-mile run (timed), Pull-ups. Female: 1-mile run (timed), Long Jump, High Jump. Balance Test & 9-foot ditch (qualifying, no marks). Clerk category: Running & Pull-ups are qualifying only (no marks). Scores: 60 marks (time-based), 40 marks (failed). Candidates must report by 10:00 AM. Late arrivals not permitted.
• Stage 2 - Medical Examination:
  Conducted concurrently with physical fitness tests. Height, chest, weight verification. Vision test, color blindness test, hearing test. Complete medical fitness assessment. Tattoo verification (tribal community tattoos with certificates allowed only on specified body parts). Temporary tattoos NOT permitted.
• Stage 3 - Trade Test (If Applicable):
  For Tradesman categories: Efficiency test in respective trade. Soldier Clerk: Information Technology & Computer Proficiency test (MS Office, typing, basic hardware knowledge). Testing at unit level by qualified personnel.
• Stage 4 - Written Examination:
  Bilingual (English & Hindi). Question paper type: Objective (Multiple Choice). Marking: +2 for correct, -1 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted. Negative marking applied. Soldier General Duty: 50 questions, 100 marks (General Knowledge 20Q/40M, General Science 15Q/30M, Mathematics 15Q/30M). Soldier Clerk: 50 questions, 100 marks (Higher Secondary level). Examination conducted after successful physical/medical tests only.
• Stage 5 - Screening/Aptitude Test:
  For HOME & HEARTH units only (for Soldier General Duty). Conducted after written exam to assess suitability for unit-specific tasks. Final merit list prepared after all tests.

Recruitment Rally Process

Step-by-step guide for attending recruitment rally and reporting procedures.

Rally Attendance & Reporting

Step 1: Check Eligibility & Rally Schedule

1. Verify you meet ALL eligibility criteria (age, education, physical standards, domicile)
2. Identify your domicile state/district and rally date from recruitment schedule
3. Note the recruitment venue and exact date allocated for your region
4. Confirm rally dates with local army recruitment office if unsure

Step 2: Prepare & Gather Documents

1. Birth certificate (original + 2 photostat copies)
2. 10th class/Matriculation certificate with marks (original + 2 copies)
3. Higher Secondary certificate (for Clerk category) (original + 2 copies)
4. Domicile certificate with photograph (original + 2 copies)
5. Caste/Community certificate if applicable (original + 2 copies)
6. Character certificate from Village Sarpanch/Municipal Corp/SHO (within 6 months)
7. Married/Unmarried certificate from Sarpanch/Municipal Corp (if applicable)
8. Relationship certificate (if son/daughter of serviceman/ex-serviceman/war widow)
9. Tattoo permission certificates (if tribal candidate with permanent tattoos)
10. Sports certificates (if claiming sportsperson relaxation)

Step 3: Report at Rally Venue

1. Report between 05:00 AM to 10:00 AM on specified rally date (NO LATE ARRIVALS)
2. Report at designated rally venue with ALL original documents
3. Bring 2 photostat copies of all documents (duly attested)
4. Bring identification (Aadhaar/Voter ID/PAN/School ID)
5. Wear light sports attire suitable for physical tests
6. Wear sports shoes (clean, suitable for running)
7. Arrive well-rested, well-fed (breakfast recommended)
8. Bring water bottle & carry medicines if required

Step 4: Undergo Physical Fitness Test

1. Complete physical fitness test as scheduled at rally venue
2. Male: 1-mile run (timed), Pull-ups, Balance test, 9-foot ditch jump
3. Female: 1-mile run (timed), Long jump, High jump, Balance test
4. Follow instructions of physical training instructors carefully
5. Attempt all tests earnestly and within prescribed timings
6. Candidates scoring minimum required marks qualify for next stage

Step 5: Medical Examination & Further Tests

1. Proceed to medical examination immediately after PFT
2. Medical team verifies height, chest, weight, vision, hearing, color blindness
3. Undergo tattoo verification if applicable
4. Complete medical examination at venue on same day
5. If applicable, attend trade test for your category
6. Candidates passing medical & trade tests eligible for written exam

Step 6: Written Examination & Merit List

1. Written examination date communicated to qualified candidates
2. Common Entrance Exam (CEE) scheduled after rally culmination
3. Examination details provided separately to cleared candidates
4. Final merit list prepared from combined PFT, medical, trade, written exam scores
5. Merit list displayed at unit headquarters and recruitment venues

⚠️ Important Rally Instructions:
• Time Strict: Report between 05:00-10:00 AM. No entry after 10:00 AM.
• Documents Mandatory: ORIGINAL documents required. Photostat copies attested by notary/1st Class Magistrate.
• Domicile Dates: Candidates must be domicile of the state/district ON or BEFORE the specific rally date listed.
• Physical Fitness Essential: No exemption from physical tests. All candidates must attempt all events.
• Medical Standards Non-Negotiable: Physical measurements strictly as per prescribed standards.
• Multiple Rallies Not Allowed: Candidates can appear at only one rally for one unit. Appearing at multiple rallies leads to disqualification.
• No Agents/Bribes: Selection on merit only. Beware of fake recruiters and agents.
• Venue Change Notification: If venue changes, notification provided through official channels only.

Complete Documents Checklist

Original & Attested Photostat Copies Required

• ✓ Birth Certificate: Original from Registrar of Births & Deaths OR 10th class certificate showing DOB (+ 2 attested copies)
• ✓ 10th/Matriculation Certificate & Mark Sheet: From recognized school (+ 2 attested copies)
• ✓ Higher Secondary Certificate: For Clerk & some tradesman categories (+ 2 attested copies)
• ✓ Domicile Certificate: With photo, issued by Tehsildar/SDM/District Magistrate (+ 2 attested copies)
• ✓ Caste/Community Certificate: If SC/ST/OBC/Tribal (+ 2 attested copies)
• ✓ Religion Certificate: If not mentioned in caste certificate, from Tehsildar/SDM (+ 2 copies)
• ✓ Character Certificate: With photo from Village Sarpanch/Municipal Corp/SHO/School Head (within 6 months)
• ✓ Marital Status Certificate: From Sarpanch/Municipal Corp (attested)
• ✓ Relationship Certificate: If son/daughter of serving soldier/ex-serviceman/war widow (from respective Record Office)
• ✓ Affidavit: Signed by candidate with father's/mother's details (format provided by TA)
• ✓ Joint Photograph: Candidate with parent (self-attested by sponsor, if claiming benefits)
• ✓ Tattoo Permission Certificates: For tribal candidates with permanent tattoos (formats Appendix-A & B)
• ✓ Sports Certificates: If claiming sportsperson relaxation (International/National/State level)

Recruitment Rally Venues & Dates

Recruitment Rally Schedule:
15 November 2025 onwards (Starting date for various units)
Last Date: 14 December 2025

Rally Venues (As on recruitment notification):
• 107 Inf Bn (TA): Jalapahar, Darjeeling, West Bengal
• 113 Inf Bn (TA): Bhagat Stadium RMS, Dimapur, Nagaland
• 119 Inf Bn (TA): Masimpur Military Station, Silchar, Assam
• HOME & HEARTH Units (164, 165, 166): Regional Assam/NE venues (dates: 21 Nov onwards)

Important: For exact venue, date, and domicile eligibility, refer official recruitment notification. Recruitment dates vary by domicile region. Contact local Army Recruitment Office for confirmation.

Rally Ongoing Period: 15 November 2025 – 14 December 2025
Documentation Day: 01 December 2025 (Reserve day for already qualified candidates)

General Instructions & Important Notes

• Merit-Based Selection: Selection entirely based on merit in physical fitness, medical fitness, trade test, and written examination. No other consideration.
• NO Bribes/Agents: Territorial Army recruitment is FAIR and TRANSPARENT. NO BRIBES ACCEPTED at any stage. Candidates should NOT fall prey to unscrupulous agents posing as recruiting agents.
• Eligibility Verification: All eligibility conditions verified during recruitment. False information/forged documents lead to lifetime disqualification and legal action.
• Document Authenticity: All documents verified from issuing authorities. Discrepancies result in rejection at any stage.
• Physical Standards Non-Negotiable: Height, chest, weight, and all physical measurements strictly as prescribed. No relaxation beyond specified criteria.
• Age Calculation: Age calculated as on the date of physical fitness test at recruitment rally. Birth date MUST match 10th class certificate exactly.
• Medical Fitness Essential: Only medically fit candidates can be enrolled. Candidates with corrected vision >6/9, hearing loss, or other disabilities may be ineligible.
• Reserve Liability Disqualification: Candidates with reserve liability or pending discharge from any armed force NOT eligible.
• Tattoo Policy: Only tribal community permanent tattoos with proper certificates allowed on specified body parts (inner forearm, palm/back side). Religious tattoos restricted to inner forearm only. Other tattoos lead to disqualification.
• Terms & Conditions: Selected candidates enrolling under TA Act 1948, TA Rules 1948 (as amended), and TA Regulations 1948. All military terms and conditions applicable.