Territorial Army Soldier Recruitment 2025 Notification is out for a total of 1,426 soldier vacancies, including soldier GD, soldier clerk, and tradesman posts. Candidates with a 10th-pass and 12th-pass qualification are eligible to apply. The Territorial Army Rally 2025 will be conducted from 15 November to 01 December 2025 across multiple centers.
Check complete details, including Territorial Army eligibility, age limit, educational qualification, physical test standards, medical test requirements, written exam details, documents required, and state-wise rally schedules for this post. This Territorial Army Soldier vacancy in 2025 is an opportunity to serve the nation. We explain the full rally dates and selection processes in detail below.
Territorial Army Soldier Recruitment 2025 Overview
Organisation
Indian Territorial Army
Post Name
Soldier
Last Date
01 December 2025
Total Post
1426 Posts
Qualification
12TH, 10TH
Age Limit
18 to 42 Years
Educational Eligibility
- Soldier GD: 10th pass with 45% marks overall and 33% in each subject
- Soldier Clerk: 12th pass with 60% marks overall and at least 50% in English and math/accounts/bookkeeping
- Tradesmen (All)
– Tradesmen except Housekeeper & Mess Keeper: 10th pass with min 33% each subject
Housekeeper & Mess Keeper: 8th pass with 33% each subject - Only certificates from recognized education boards will be accepted.
Recruitment Zones
- Zone-I: Haryana, Punjab, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir etc.
- Zone-II Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh etc.
- Zone-III Assam, Northeastern states, Andaman & Nicobar
- Zone-IV: Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh etc.
| Vacancies | Total Post |
|---|---|
| Soldier General Duty | 1372 |
| Soldier Clerk | 07 |
| Soldier Chef Community | 19 |
| Soldier Chef Special | 03 |
| Soldier Mess Cook | 02 |
| Soldier ER | 03 |
| Soldier Steward | 03 |
| Soldier Artisan Metallurgy | 02 |
| Soldier Artisan Wood Work | 02 |
| Soldier Hairdresser | 05 |
| Soldier Housekeeper | 03 |
| Soldier Washer Man | 04 |
Physical Fitness Test
| Age Group | Time | Marks | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18–30 Years | Up to 5 min 30 sec | 60 Marks | Pass |
| 5 min 31 sec – 5 min 45 sec | 40 Marks | Pass | |
| Above 5 min 46 sec | – | Fail | |
| 31–42 Years | Up to 6 min 15 sec | 60 Marks | Pass |
| 6 min 16 sec – 6 min 30 sec | 40 Marks | Pass | |
| Above 6 min 31 sec | – | Fail |
Recruitment Rally Centres
- Deolali (Maharashtra)
- Kolhapur (Maharashtra)
- Secunderabad (Telangana)
- Belagavi (Karnataka)
Physical Standards Required
- Height:
- 160 cm (157 cm for some hilly regions)
- 82 cm (77 cm unexpanded)
- Weight:
- As per age and height chart by Army doctors
Required Documents
- Birth Certificate / Class 10 Certificate
- Educational Mark Sheets
- Domicile Certificate with photo
- Caste/Religion Certificate
- Character Certificate (issued within last 6 months)
- Marital Status Certificate
- PAN Card and Aadhar Card (Mandatory)
- 20 Passport-Size Photos (recent, clear, proper haircut and clean shave except Sikhs)
Service Conditions in Territorial Army
- Territorial Army is a voluntary force
- It is not a permanent government job guarantee
- The initial service period is 7 years
- No confirmed pension
- Training can happen anywhere in India or abroad
- Failure to show required progress may lead to discharge
Written Examination
- Written Exam Form
- General Knowledge, General Science, Math—50 Questions (100 Marks)
- A minimum of 32 marks is required
- Soldier Clerk:
- GK, GS, Maths, Computer, English—50 Questions (100 Marks)
- Minimum 40 Marks required
- Tradesmen (10th pass or 8th pass
Selection Process
- Document Verification (DV)
- Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
- Written Exam
- Medical Examination
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date for Apply Online | 15-11-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 01-12-2025 |
Important Links
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
FAQs—Territorial Army Soldier Recruitment 2025
- How many positions are open in the Territorial Army Soldier Recruitment 2025?
- 1,426 soldier posts.
- What qualifications are required for the Territorial Army Soldier Recruitment 2025?
- 10th or 12th pass.
- How can applicants register for the Territorial Army Soldier Recruitment?
- Applications shall be accepted only through the official online portal.
- What is the last date to apply online for Territorial Army Soldier Recruitment 2025?
- 01 December 2025.
- What is the selection process for Territorial Army Soldier Recruitment 2025?
- Written exam and physical tests.
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