Territorial Army Officer Recruitment 2025 - Full Notification

Applications are invited from gainfully employed citizens of India for the opportunity to serve as Territorial Army Officers. This unique opportunity allows individuals to serve the nation in dual capacities — as a civilian and as a soldier — without leaving their primary professions.

Organization Details

Organization Name (English): Territorial Army Directorate
Organization Name (Hindi): प्रादेशिक सेना निदेशालय
Headquarters: Integrated Headquarters of Ministry of Defence (Army), L-Block, Church Road, New Delhi – 110001, India

Designation

English: Territorial Army Officer
Hindi: प्रादेशिक सेना अधिकारी

Job Location Details

City: Not specified
State: Pan India
Country: India
Postal Code: Not specified
Street Address: Not specified
Base Salary: Not mentioned
Employment Type: Part-time military service alongside civil employment

Important Dates

Start of Online Application: 12 May 2025 (from 10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply: 10 June 2025 (till 23:55 PM)
Tentative Exam Date: 20 July 2025

Application Process

Candidates are required to apply online through the official Indian Army website at https://www.indianarmy.nic.in or the Territorial Army notification page at https://territorialarmy.in/page/3. Applications must be submitted between 12 May 2025 and 10 June 2025. The application form to be filled is IAF(TA)-9 (Revised) Part-1.

Provide valid and active email ID and mobile number during registration.
Applicants must choose three exam center preferences. The final center will be allotted by the Territorial Army Directorate.
No request for change in exam center will be entertained after submission.
Candidates are advised to apply well before the last date to avoid technical issues.
Keep a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality: Only Indian citizens (both male and female) are eligible.
Age Limit: Minimum 18 years and maximum 42 years as on 10 June 2025.
Educational Qualification: Graduate from any recognized university.
Physical Standards: The candidate must be physically and medically fit in all respects.
Employment Status: Gainfully employed individuals only. Eligible employment includes Central/State Government, Semi-Government, PSUs, Private Sector, or Self-Employed professionals and business owners.
Ineligibility: Serving members of the Regular Army, Navy, Air Force, Police, GREF, Para Military Forces, and similar forces are not eligible to apply.

Age Limit

Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 42 years
Cut-off Date: 10 June 2025

Reservation Details

No specific reservation details have been mentioned in the official notification. This recruitment appears to be open/general category.

Application Fees

Fee Amount: ₹500 (Rupees Five Hundred only)
Fee must be paid only through the prescribed online payment modes mentioned on the official website.
Payment made through any other mode will not be accepted.
Applications submitted without proper fee payment will be rejected.
Fee once paid is non-refundable and non-transferable under any circumstances.

Selection Process

Online Written Examination
Shortlisted candidates will be called for Service Selection Board (SSB) Interview.
Medical Examination for candidates who qualify the SSB Interview.
Final Document Verification post-medical clearance.

Note: Admit card issuance does not guarantee final eligibility. Eligibility verification will be done only after the SSB stage with reference to original documents.

Official Links

Official Website: https://www.indianarmy.nic.in
Official Notification Link: https://territorialarmy.in/page/3

Helpline Numbers / Contact Information

Helpline numbers and contact information have not been provided in the official notification. Candidates are advised to visit the official website for any future updates or contact details.

Additional Important Information

Admit cards will be issued only to provisionally eligible candidates.
Final eligibility is confirmed only after the SSB Interview and original document verification.
Candidates must not wait till the last day to apply and must ensure correct details are submitted.
No change of exam centre request will be accepted after form submission.
Applications without proper documentation or incorrect details will be rejected without any notice.

Territorial Army Recruitment 2025