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Vacancy Details
- Territorial Army Officer – Male: 4 vacancies
Qualification: Graduate from a recognised university; Ex Service Commissioned Officer- Male: 4
- Territorial Army Officer – Female: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Graduate from a recognised university; Ex Service Commissioned Officer- Female: 1
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 42 years
Application Fees
- All Categories: ₹0
Selection Process
step: 1
detail: Screening and interview by the Army Headquarters Selection Board (ASB) at Directorate General Territorial Army, New Delhi.
step: 2
detail: Number of candidates called for interview will depend on total applications received and available vacancies.
step: 3
detail: Candidates recommended at interview undergo Medical Examination at Armed Forces Clinic, New Delhi.
step: 4
detail: Final selection is subject to Police Verification.
How to Apply
1: Download the Application Form (IAF (TA)-9 Revised, Part-1) from www.indianarmy.nic.in free of cost.
2: Fill the form completely in your own handwriting.
3: Attach a photocopy of the Release Order and Release Medical Board Proceedings and other required documents.
4: Send the completed application by India Post only to: Directorate General Territorial Army, Integrated Headquarters of Ministry of Defence, 4th Floor, ‘A’ Block, Ministry of Defence Office Complex, KG Marg, New Delhi – 110001.
5: Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 25 August 2026.
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Important Dates
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- Last Date to Apply:
- Date of Interview:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility and qualification criteria?
Candidates must be Ex Service Commissioned Officers (Army, Navy, Air Force), citizens of India (with specified exceptions), graduates from a recognised university, gainfully employed at time of application, and medically fit (medical category S1H1A1P1E1). Serving members of the Regular Army, Navy, Air Force, Police, GREF, and para-military forces are not eligible.
How do I apply for the Territorial Army Officer recruitment?
Download the application form (IAF (TA)-9 Revised, Part-1) from www.indianarmy.nic.in, fill it in your own handwriting, attach required documents, and send the completed application by India Post only to the Directorate General Territorial Army address in New Delhi before 25 August 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply is 25-08-2026. Applications must reach the office by India Post on or before this date; late or other-mode applications will be rejected.
What is the selection process for these vacancies?
Selection is through screening and interview by the Army Headquarters Selection Board (ASB) at DGTA, New Delhi. Recommended candidates will undergo a medical examination at Armed Forces Clinic, New Delhi, and final selection is subject to police verification. There is no written examination.
What salary or pay scale is offered to Territorial Army Officers?
Pay and allowances when embodied are the same as for Regular Army Officers as per the 7th Central Pay Commission. The notification lists pay matrix levels (e.g., Lieutenant Level 10: ₹56,100-1,77,500) and a Military Service Pay of ₹15,500.
