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Department - Territorial Army
Territorial Army Soldier Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 500 Posts
Territorial Army has announced recruitment for 500 Soldier posts for the 2025 intake. Candidates with qualifications ranging from Class 8th to Class 12th may apply depending on the post category. The recruitment includes Soldier General Duty, Clerk, and Tradesmen roles. The age limit is 18 to 42 years with applicable relaxations. The selection process consists of document verification, physical fitness test, written examination, medical examination, and final merit listing. Applications must be submitted online through the official website territorialarmy.in. The online application window is open from 15 November 2025 to 14 December 2025. Eligible candidates should review the detailed eligibility criteria and ensure accurate submission of documents and information while applying.
Territorial Army has announced recruitment for 500 Soldier p... osts for the 2025 intake. Candidates with qualifications ranging from Class 8th to Class 12th may apply depending on the post category. The recruitment includes Soldier General Duty, Clerk, and Tradesmen roles. The age limit is 18 to 42 years with applicable relaxations. The selection process consists of document verification, physical fitness test, written examination, medical examination, and final merit listing. Applications must be submitted online through the official website territorialarmy.in. The online application window is open from 15 November 2025 to 14 December 2025. Eligible candidates should review the detailed eligibility criteria and ensure accurate submission of documents and information while applying.
Rahul Sihan
05 Nov, 2025 01:34 PM
Territorial Army Soldier Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 500 Posts
The Territorial Army has issued an advertisement for recruitment to the Soldier cadre for 2025, inviting online applications for 500 vacancies. The recruitment is intended for candidates who meet the prescribed educational qualifications and age limits and who can attend the recruitment rally and subsequent selection stages. Applicants must complete the online application through the official Territorial Army portal and follow the instructions in the notification while preparing the required documents for verification and tests.
Important Dates and Fees
The table below summarises the principal dates for application and related fee information. Candidates should ensure applications and fee payments are completed by the last date stated in the official notification.
| Event | Date | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Short/Advertisement Update | 01 November 2025 | Refer to official notification for application fee details. |
| Online Application Start Date | 15 November 2025 | |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 December 2025 | |
| Recruitment Rally / Test Window (Physical/Trade/Medical) | 15 November 2025 – 14 December 2025 | |
| Document Verification / Medical Examination | To be announced in notification | — |
Detailed Information
This section provides clear, factual details about the Soldier recruitment drive. The campaign covers posts across various Soldier categories including General Duty, Clerk and Tradesmen. The recruitment process will include document verification, physical fitness and trade tests, a written examination where applicable, followed by medical examination and final merit publication. Candidates must refer to the official advertisement for precise vacancy distribution, application fee, state-wise rally schedule and specific trade descriptions.
| Particular | Details | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Organisation | Territorial Army | Applications accepted only via territorialarmy.in |
| Post Name | Soldier (General Duty, Clerk, Tradesmen) | Multiple trades and clerical roles included. |
| Total Vacancies | 500 posts (as published in short notice) | Category-wise and post-wise breakup in the official notification. |
| Vacancy Breakup (Sample) | Soldier (General Duty): 158; Soldier (GD, Clerk, Tradesmen): 211; Soldier GD: 131 | Exact counts and additional trade posts are in the advertisement. |
| Educational Qualification | Class 10th / Matric with 45% aggregate (GD); Class 12th for Clerk; Class 8th/10th for designated trades | Clerk post requires 10+2 with specified marks in English and Maths/Accounts as detailed in the notification. |
| Minimum Age | 18 years | Candidate must have attained 18 years as on last date of application. |
| Maximum Age | 42 years | Upper age limit is 42 years; statutory relaxations apply for reserved categories. |
| Selection Stages | Document Verification (DV), Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Written Test, Medical Examination, Final Merit List | Candidates who qualify one stage will be called for the next as per the recruitment schedule. |
| Physical Standards | Standards for height, weight and chest expansion vary by trade and category | Specific physical criteria and relaxation norms are specified in the notification. |
| Application Mode | Online only through territorialarmy.in | Applicants must upload scanned documents and maintain a valid email and mobile number. |
| Document Requirements | Educational certificates, identity proof, domicile proof, caste certificate (if applicable), photographs, signature | Original documents will be verified at rally/verification centres. |
| Reservation | Reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwD as per government rules | Applicants should consult the notification for exact reservation percentages and sub-category rules. |
| Application Fee | Refer to the official notification for fee amount and payment modes | Payment methods and fee exemption details will be indicated in the advertisement. |
| How to Apply | Visit territorialarmy.in → Read notification → Register → Complete application form → Upload documents → Pay fee → Submit | Save application acknowledgement and payment receipt for records. |
| Important Instructions | Candidates must ensure eligibility before applying; inaccurate or incomplete applications may be rejected. | Multiple applications by the same candidate may be cancelled as per rules. |
| Contact | Recruitment helpdesk details provided on the official portal | Queries to be raised during working days as per contact hours. |
Important Links
| Important Links | ||
|---|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download and review the official recruitment advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Visit the official Territorial Army web portal | Click Here |
| The links provided above direct candidates to the verified official sources required for the recruitment process. The notification PDF contains eligibility conditions, schedule, selection method, and instructions. The official website should be checked regularly for updates and clarifications issued by the Territorial Army authority. Applicants are advised to cross-check deadlines, application requirements, and supporting documents before proceeding further to ensure compliance and avoid application errors. This centralized reference section helps maintain accuracy and reliability. | ||
