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Joining the Army as a Commissioned Officer is a matter of PRIDE for the enthusiastic and keen young individuals. Their desire of an adventurous and secured life with attractive pay and perks motivates them to join the defense services than any other salaried jobs.
Armed Forces render invaluable services to the country both in times of war as well as in peace, protecting the security of our nation from external threat. In addition to this, it also contributes towards ensuring the internal security and stability. Armed Forces are looking for highly motivated patriots and well-disciplined young individuals to join as Officers.
Army constitutes 'Fighting Forces' and 'Support Services'.
Fighting Forces consist of Corps of Armed, Artillery, Signals, Engineers and Infantry or Mechanized Infantry.
Support Services render their support in terms of Medical, Clothing, Transportation, Ration supply, Ammunition and Equipment as well as repair of Equipment.
Fighting Forces:
A) Armored Corps: They are specializing in tank operations and destroy enemy positions with the help of tanks. They also operate tanks and amphibious assault vehicles in combat or scouting missions. When the infantry has difficult and dangerous missions to perform, they were called upon for special operations.
B) Artillery: Artillery defends vulnerable targets like Airfields, Dams, Bridges and Nuclear Installations from enemy attack by the means of air defence systems. They provide support by bringing down heavy fire on enemy positions with field guns and tactical missiles etc. They also drop troops behind enemy lines and supply arms and ammunition to troops.
C) Signals: They operate and maintain communication links, during war and peace times. During war, they keep pace with moving columns and provide communication links.
D) Engineers: They are specialized in rapid movement in building Roads, Bridges, Airfields and destroying enemy bridges, putting obstacles for enemy movement, laying mine fields for their defence and destroying enemy minefields.
E) Infantry/Mechanized Infantry: About, one fourth of the total manpower of army consists of soldiers, who are trained and equipped to fight on grounds. They capture enemy territory during wartime. The Mechanized Infantry equipped with Armoured Personnel Carriers and other Vehicles.
A) Army Service Corps: It operates the mobility of troops, vehicles a_Ìnd ammunitions. They provide all the materials required by the army, such as bulk transport convoys and ammunition stocks, replenishments during war, rations and clothing for the troops etc. The cops also handle postal services in forward areas.
B) Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (EME): They are responsible for the maintenance and servicing of all vehicles and equipments including guns, radars, helicopters etc. They also fabricate technical items. For this branch army recruits engineers in its officer's cadre and trains them according to its requirement.
C) Army Ordinance Corps: Responsibilities of procurement, storage, maintenance and issue of all types of hardware, i.e. equipment, spares, ammunition, clothing etc. are the prime area of work.
D) Army Medical Corps: Army Medical Corps is the division of medical corps, which provides medical care to the personnel of all the three branches of the armed force as well as their family members. They manage the hospitals, clinics and MI Rooms. They also commissioned Dental Surgeons.
E) Nursing Officers: Nursing Staff takes care of patients whilst helping to manage a ward. They nurse service personnel and their families.
F) Intelligence Corps: Specialized in Signal Intelligence, Photographic Interpretation, Decoding of Messages and provides information about defence matters.
G) Education Corps: Educates troops so that they can keep pace with the latest advancement in Weapon Technology, Electronics, Tactical Logistic etc.
H) Army Postal Services: They look after the postal needs of Army, their men and families. All types of mail, parcels, money orders etc are sent from or to forward areas through this service.
I) Judge Advocate General: Personnel in this services have legal background (Law Graduates) and deal with all matters related to law like disciplinary cases and court–martials etc. They also give legal advice to staff.
J) Remount Veterinary Corps: They runs and maintain dairy and agricultural farms. Animals like horses and mules are required for carrying heavy arms and ammunition on high altitudes terrains. Trained dogs are also kept for trekking enemy spies. Breeding and care of all such animals is the responsibility of the Remount Veterinary Corps.
Administrative Officer
Job Description:
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Administrative Officers plays a key role in the smooth functioning of the Armed Forces of both discipline i.e. Combat Forces or Support Services. Administrative aspects include planning of leave, man management, training and documentation relating to troops or organization, timely supplies of ration, clothing, arms and ammunition are the prime areas of responsibilities. They are specialized in handling of various types of sophisticated weapons. During war, they are professionally ready to lead the troops and face enemy tactfully.
How to Join:
A) Through National Defence Academy (NDA)
(i) Type of Entry - National Defence Academy (NDA).
(Three years training period at NDA, Khadakwasla and one year at Indian Military Academy, Dehradun).
(ii) Mode of Selection - Through Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and getting through Service Selection Board Interview.
(iii) Advertisement Schedule - Advertised in all National Leading Newspapers/Employment News in Apr/May and Oct/Nov every year.
(iv) Status Awarded - Lieutenant in Regular Army.
B) Through Direct Entry
(i) Type of Entry - Combined Defence Services Examination (CDSE)
(One year at Indian Military Academy, Dehradun)
(ii) Mode of Selection - Through Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and getting through Service Selection Board Interview.
(iii) Advertisement Schedule - Advertised in all National Leading Newspapers/Employment News in Apr/May and Oct/Nov every year.
(iv) Status Awarded - Lieutenant in Regular Army.
C) Through Short Service Commission
(i) Type of Entry - Combined Defence Services Examination (CDSE)
(One year training at Officers Training Academy, Chennai).
(ii) Mode of Selection - CDSE conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and getting through Service Selection Board interview.
(iii) Advertisement Schedule - Advertised in all National Leading Newspapers/Employment News in Apr/May and Oct/Nov every year.
(iv) Status Awarded - Lieutenant in Regular Army.
Note: Few vacancies are kept reserved for 'C' certificate holders of NCC of Army Wing.
Qualification:
A) Through National Defence Academy (NDA)
(i) Academics - 10+2 system of education or equivalent.
(ii) Age - Between 16½ and 19 years
B) Through Direct Entry
(i) Academics - Degree or equivalent at the time of joining the course.
(ii) Age - Between 19 and 24 years
C) Through Short Service Commission
(i) Academics - Degree or equivalent at the time of joining the course.
(ii) Age - Between 19 and 25 years
Remuneration:
Starting salary is Rs. 8,250 (excluding other allowances), which reaches an amount of Rs. 10,050 within 6/7 years.
Note: 1. Short Service Commission is applicable to Women candidates as an Administrative Officer in specific Support Services.
2. Length of Short Service Commission is up to 5 years, extendable to 10 years.
Education Officer
Job Description:
Education officers are responsible to teach troops so that they can keep pace with the advancement in new technology, weapon systems, electronics and computerization etc. They too are specialized to handle small arms during war time and look into the administrative duties.
How to Join:
Through National Defence Academy (NDA)
(i) Type of Entry - National Defence Academy (NDA).
(One year at Indian Military Academy, Dehradun).
(ii) Mode of Selection - Apply to Additional Directorate General of Recruiting Army Headquarters, West Block III, RK Puram New Delhi-66.
Service Selection Board interview.
(iii) Advertisement Schedule - Advertised in all National Leading Newspapers/Employment News in Apr/May and Nov/Dec every year.
(iv) Status Awarded - Captain in Regular Army.
Qualification:
Through National Defence Academy (NDA)
(i) Academics - Post Graduate Degree in Subjects notified for each course.
(ii) Age - Between 23-27 years.
Remuneration:
Starting salary is Rs. 9,600/- (excluding other allowances), which reaches an amount of Rs. 11,700/- within 6/7 years.
Fighting Officer
Job Description:
Fighting Officers are particularly concerned with operational planning. They adopt various methods in training and mobilization of troops in operational preparedness. Both Combat and Support Services having these officers to meet with operational requirement during war time. They are specialized not only in handling of various types of sophisticated weapons but also in tactical moves and planning. They lead troops during war and training exercises. They are also professionally sound to replace General Duty Officer and Administrative Officer.
How to Join:
A) Through National Defence Academy (NDA)
(i) Type of Entry - National Defence Academy (NDA).
(Three years training period at NDA, Khadakwasla and one year at Indian Military Academy, Dehradun).
(ii) Mode of Selection - Through Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and getting through Service Selection Board Interview.
(iii) Advertisement Schedule - Advertised in all National Leading Newspapers/Employment News in Apr/May and Oct/Nov every year.
(iv) Status Awarded - Lieutenant in Regular Army.
B) Through Direct Entry
(i) Type of Entry - Combined Defence Services Examination (CDSE)
(One year at Indian Military Academy, Dehradun)
(ii) Mode of Selection - Through Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and getting through Service Selection Board Interview.
(iii) Advertisement Schedule - Advertised in all National Leading Newspapers/Employment News in Apr/May and Oct/Nov every year.
(iv) Status Awarded - Lieutenant in Regular Army.
C) Through Short Service Commission
(i) Type of Entry - Combined Defence Services Examination (CDSE)
(One year training at Officers Training Academy, Chennai).
(ii) Mode of Selection - CDSE conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and getting through Service Selection Board interview.
(iii) Advertisement Schedule - Advertised in all National Leading Newspapers/Employment News in Apr/May and Oct/Nov every year.
(iv) Status Awarded - Lieutenant in Regular Army.
Note: Few vacancies are kept reserved for 'C' certificate holders of NCC of Army Wing.
Qualification:
A) Through National Defence Academy (NDA)
(i) Academics - 10+2 system of education or equivalent.
(ii) Age - Between 16½ and 19 years
B) Through Direct Entry
(i) Academics - Degree or equivalent at the time of joining the course.
(ii) Age - Between 19 and 24 years
C) Through Short Service Commission
(i) Academics - Degree or equivalent at the time of joining the course.
(ii) Age - Between 19 and 25 years .
Remuneration:
Starting salary is Rs. 8,250 (excluding other allowances), which reaches an amount of Rs. 10,050 within 6/7 years.
Note: Length of Short Service Commission is up to 5 years, extendable up to 10 years.
General Duty Officer
Job Description:
General Duty Officers plays a key role in the smooth functioning of the Armed Forces of both discipline i.e. Combat Forces or Support Services. Man management, Administrative aspects as well as planning of training are the specific areas of responsibility. They are specialized in handling of various types of sophisticated weapons. During war, they are professionally ready to lead the troops and face enemy tactfully.
How to Join:
A) Through National Defence Academy (NDA)
(i) Type of Entry - National Defence Academy (NDA).
(Three years training period at NDA, Khadakwasla and one year at Indian Military Academy, Dehradun).
(ii) Mode of Selection - Through Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and getting through Service Selection Board Interview.
(iii) Advertisement Schedule - Advertised in all National Leading Newspapers/Employment News in Apr/May and Oct/Nov every year.
(iv) Status Awarded - Lieutenant in Regular Army.
B) Through Direct Entry
(i) Type of Entry - Combined Defence Services Examination (CDSE)
(One year at Indian Military Academy, Dehradun)
(ii) Mode of Selection - Through Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and getting through Service Selection Board Interview.
(iii) Advertisement Schedule - Advertised in all National Leading Newspapers/Employment News in Apr/May and Oct/Nov every year.
(iv) Status Awarded - Lieutenant in Regular Army.
C) Through Short Service Commission
(i) Type of Entry - Combined Defence Services Examination (CDSE)
(One year training at Officers Training Academy, Chennai).
(ii) Mode of Selection - CDSE conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and getting through Service Selection Board interview.
(iii) Advertisement Schedule - Advertised in all National Leading Newspapers/Employment News in Apr/May and Oct/Nov every year.
(iv) Status Awarded - Lieutenant in Regular Army.
Note: Few vacancies are kept reserved for 'C' certificate holders of NCC of Army Wing.
Qualification:
A) Through National Defence Academy (NDA)
(i) Academics - 10+2 system of education or equivalent.
(ii) Age - Between 16½ and 19 years
B) Through Direct Entry
(i) Academics - Degree or equivalent at the time of joining the course.
(ii) Age - Between 19 and 24 years
C) Through Short Service Commission
(i) Academics - Degree or equivalent at the time of joining the course.
(ii) Age - Between 19 and 25 years
Remuneration:
Starting salary is Rs. 8,250 (excluding other allowances), which reaches an amount of Rs. 10,050 within 6/7 years.
Law Officer
Job Description:
The Officers working in this branch have a legal background (Law Graduates) and deal with all matters related to law like disciplinary cases, court–martials, drafting charges and conducting prosecution. They also give general legal advice to deal with civil cases and to staff. They are known as Judge Advocate General (JAG). This field is also open for women candidates.
A) Through Judge Advocate General Branch/Officers Training Academy (OTA)
(i) Type of Entry - Officers Training Academy (OTA)
(One year training at IMA Dehradun)
(ii) Mode of Selection - Written examination conducted by the Judge Advocate General Branch, Sena Bhawan, Army Headquarters, in Mar. Service Selection Board interview In Jul. Course commences in Oct.
(iii) Advertisement Schedule - Detailed advertisement in Employment News in Nov every year.
(iv) Status Awarded - Lieutenant in Regular Army.
B) Short Service Commission (SSC) (Women Special Entry)
(i) Type of Entry - Officers Training Academy (OTA)
(One year training at OTA Chennai)
(ii) Mode of Selection - Through Service Selection Board Interview.
(iii) Advertisement Schedule - Detailed advertisement in Employment News in Jun and Dec every year.
(iv) Status Awarded - Lieutenant in Regular Army.
Qualification:
A) Through Judge Advocate General Branch/Officers Training Academy (OTA)
(i) Academics - Law Degree (Professionals) with 50% marks.
(ii) Age - Between 21 and 27 years
B) Short Service Commission (SSC) (Women Special Entry)
(i) Academics - Post Graduate/Graduate Degree with diploma in specified Subject/L.L.B. (Professional).
(ii) Age - Between 19 and 27 years
Remuneration:
Starting salary is Rs. 8,250 (excluding other allowances), which reaches an amount of Rs. 10,050 within 6/7 years.
Note: 1. Women candidates should apply to Additional Directorate General of Recruiting, WSES (O), West Block III, RK Puram,
New Delhi-110066, in response to detailed advertisement during Dec and Jun every year.
New Delhi-110066, in response to detailed advertisement during Dec and Jun every year.
2. Women candidates are granted Short Service Commission, whose length is 5 years, extendable to 10 years.
Medical Officer
Job Description:
Medical Officers provide medical care for all three services personnel and their families and advice on occupational and community medicine. They manage hospitals, clinics and MI rooms. Army trains its own doctors, nursing officers and Para medical staff at Pune and other large hospitals. They also enroll doctors and dental surgeons trained in other medical colleges. They too are specialized to handle small arms to meet with any eventuality during wartime and look into the administrative duties.
How to Join:
A) Through National Defence Academy (NDA)
(i) Type of Entry - National Defence Academy (NDA).
(One year at Indian Military Academy, Dehradun and specialized study/training at Army Institute of Medical Studies).
(ii) Mode of Selection - Through UPSC examination followed by Service Selection Board interview.
(iii) Advertisement Schedule - Advertised in all National Leading Newspapers/Employment News in Mar/Apr and Oct/Nov every year.
(iv) Status Awarded - Lieutenant in Regular Army.
B) Through Combined Defence Services Examination (CDSE)
(i) Type of Entry - Through CDSE.
(One year training at Officers Training Academy, Chennai).
(ii) Mode of Selection - Direct Service Selection Board Interview. Apply Directly to Additional Directorate General of Recruiting, West Block III, RK Puram, New Delhi-110066
(iii) Advertisement Schedule - Advertised in all National Leading Newspapers/Employment News in Mar/Apr and Oct/Nov every year.
(iv) Status Awarded - Captain in Regular Army.
Qualification:
A) Through National Defence Academy (NDA)
(i) Academics - Pre-Medical
(ii) Age - Between 16½- 19 years.
B) Through Combined Defence Services Examination (CDSE)
(ii) Academics - MBBS
(ii) Age - Between 19-25 years..
Remuneration:
Starting salary is Rs. 8,250 (excluding other allowances), which reaches an amount of Rs. 10,050 within 6/7 years.
Note: Women candidates are eligible to join this field.
