The Territorial Army (TA) invites applications for the Territorial Army Commission Online Entrance Exam 2025, offering a unique opportunity to serve the nation as an officer on a part-time basis. This is not a full-time career but a chance to contribute to national security while continuing your civilian profession. The Territorial Army is ideal for those who wish to balance patriotism with their personal and professional lives.
- Position: Territorial Army Officer
- Commitment: Part-time service
- Application Mode: Online
- Starting Date for Apply Online: 12-05-2025, 10:00 Hrs
- Last Date for Apply Online: 10-06-2025, 23:55 Hrs
- Date of Online Entrance Exam: 20-07-2025
- Examination: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Selection Process: CBT, Service Selection Board (SSB), and Document Verification
Officers in the Territorial Army receive pay and allowances equivalent to Regular Army Officers when embodied for service. The pay scales, as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC), are as follows:
| Rank | Level | Pay Matrix (INR) | Military Service Pay (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lieutenant | Level 10 | 56,100 - 1,77,500 | 15,500 |
| Captain | Level 10A | 61,300 - 1,93,900 | 15,500 |
| Major | Level 11 | 69,400 - 2,07,200 | 15,500 |
| Lt Colonel | Level 12A | 1,21,200 - 2,12,400 | 15,500 |
| Colonel | Level 13 | 1,30,600 - 2,15,900 | 15,500 |
| Brigadier | Level 13A | 1,39,600 - 2,17,600 | 15,500 |
Officers can be promoted up to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel based on time-scale, subject to fulfilling laid-down criteria. Promotions to Colonel and Brigadier ranks are by selection, offering a clear career progression path for dedicated officers.
Candidates who qualify in the CBT must bring the following documents (original and self-attested copies) for the Service Selection Board (SSB):
- Application Form (AF (TA)-9 (Revised) Part-2, downloadable from the official website)
- Educational qualification certificates (Matric onwards)
- Proof of residential address
- Certificate for proof of age (Matric/Senior Secondary mark sheet and certificate)
Candidates must apply online through the official Territorial Army website between 12-05-2025, 10:00 Hrs and 10-06-2025, 23:55 Hrs. Ensure all required details and documents are submitted accurately. After clearing the CBT on 20-07-2025, candidates will undergo the SSB interview and document verification. Stay updated with the official website for notifications regarding exam dates and other details.
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