The Territorial Army Group Headquarters Eastern Command has released the notification for Soldier posts including General Duty, Clerk and various tradesmen roles. Interested candidates Territorial Army Soldier can report directly to recruitment rallies from 15 Nov – 14 Dec 2025, based on their domicile status.
Territorial Army Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Soldier General Duty, Clerk, Tradesmen |
| Total Posts | 1529 Vacancy |
| Organization | Territorial Army |
| Qualification | 10th Passed |
| Salary | Rs. 56,100/- Per Month |
| Application Date | 15th Nov – 14th Dec 2025 |
Territorial Army Recruitment Education Qualification
Before applying for the Territorial Army Officer Recruitment 2025, candidates must ensure they meet all the required eligibility conditions.
- Soldier (General Duty): Class 10th Matric Pass with 45% marks in aggregate and 33% in each subject
- Soldier (Clerk): 10+2 Intermediate Exam Pass in any stream with 60% marks in aggregate and minimum 50% in each subject
- Tradesmen (Except House/Mess Keeper): Class 10th Pass with 33% in each subject
- Soldier (House Keeper & Mess Keeper): Class 8th Pass with 33% in each subject
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 18 to 42 years of age as on date of recruitment. The age is calculated based on the date mentioned in official documents.
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 42 years
Nationality: Only Indian citizens (male and female) are eligible to apply.
Territorial Army Vacancy
A total of 1529 vacancies are available across six different Territorial Army units. The breakdown of vacancies for each unit is as follows:
| Unit Name | Soldier (GD) | Soldier (Clerk) | Tradesmen | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 107 Inf Bn (TA) 11 GORKHA RIFLES | 99 | – | 03 | 102 |
| 113 Inf Bn (TA) RAJPUT | 125 | 01 | 03 | 129 |
| 119 Inf Bn (TA) ASSAM | 93 | – | 01 | 94 |
| 121 Inf Bn (TA) GARHWAL RIFLES | 129 | 01 | 04 | 134 |
| 164 Inf Bn (TA) (Home & Hearth) NAGA | 404 | 01 | 32 | 437 |
| 165 Inf Bn (TA) (Home & Hearth) ASSAM | 328 | 04 | 28 | 360 |
| 166 Inf Bn (TA) (Home & Hearth) ASSAM | 248 | 05 | 20 | 273 |
| Grand Total | 1426 | 12 | 91 | 1529 |
Territorial Army Selection Process
The Territorial Army Selection Process 2025 includes multiple stages for all candidates who successfully report at the recruitment venue. The process evaluates candidates on physical fitness, medical standards, written knowledge, and trade skills where applicable.
Selection Stages:
- Screening/Aptitude Test: For Home & Hearth units
- Physical Fitness Test: Includes 1 Mile Run, Pull Ups (Men), Balance Test
- Medical Examination: Conducted for candidates who qualify physical tests
- Written Examination: Objective type test for qualified candidates
- Trade Test: For Soldier Clerk and Tradesmen categories
Territorial Army Physical Standards
For Male Candidates:
- Height: Minimum 160 Cms (157 Cms for Eastern Himalayan Region domicile)
- Chest: Minimum 77 cms unexpanded with 5 cms expansion
- Weight: Proportionate to Height & Age as per Army medical standards
For Female Candidates:
- Height: Minimum 157 Cms (152 Cms for Eastern Himalayan Region domicile)
- Weight: Proportionate to Height & Age as per Army medical standards
Territorial Army Document Required
- 10th Class Certificate (for Date of Birth proof)
- Educational Certificates (for relevant posts)
- Government-issued ID Proof (Aadhar, Voter ID, etc.)
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size photographs
Territorial Army Recruitment Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 1-7 Nov 2025 (Employment News) |
| Application Start | 15th November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14th December 2025 |
| Exam Date | To be notified later |
Candidates are advised to check the Territorial Army website regularly for any updates or changes to the rally schedule.
How To Apply Territorial Army Recruitment
Candidates applying for the Territorial Army Recruitment 2025 must report directly to the recruitment venue. A valid domicile certificate and all educational certificates are mandatory. Applicants are required to carry all original documents along with two attested photocopies and twenty passport size photographs.
- Check the detailed recruitment schedule in the notification and identify your rally date based on domicile
- Prepare all required original documents along with two attested photocopies
- Carry twenty (20) unattested passport size colour photographs with white background
- Report at the specified venue for physical test from 0500 hrs to 1000 hrs on your allocated date
- Candidates reporting after 1000 hrs will not be permitted to undergo physical test
- Medical examination of successful candidates will be conducted concurrently at the venue
- Ensure you meet all physical standards and educational qualifications before reporting
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