Recruitment Categories

Soldier (General Duty)

Soldier (General Duty) are the backbone of the army and consist mainly of fighting troops apart from other trades. You could be enrolled into Arms or Services. The duties will be as under:-
1. Arms. In Arms you could join the Infantry, Artillery, Armoured Corps, Engineers or Army Air Defence (AAD) as fighting troops, drivers, operators, gunners etc and many other General Duties.
2. Services. In Services you could be enrolled into Army Service Corps (ASC), Army Ordnance Corps (AOC), Army Medical Corps (AMC) on General Duties, operators, drivers etc.

Soldier Technical

The army has weapons, vehicles, equipment which are required to be operated and maintained. We require candidates with a science background and aptitude for electrical, mechanical and other technical fields.

Soldier Clerk / Store Keeper Technical / Inventory Management

The army is a large organisation with each unit consisting of 600-1000 personnel and holding a large inventory of stores and equipment. There is a requirement of clerical staff to maintain the inventory , carryout documentation of personnel, book keeping and other routine correspondence. Thus there is requirement of candidates conversant in English and Maths/Book Keeping.

Soldier Nursing Assistant

The Army has its own hospitals and polyclinics. All kinds of specialists are present in Army Hospitals. Each hospital and polyclinic requires Nursing Assistants to assist the doctors, look after the patients, work in the Operation Theaters, account for medicines in the medical stores and administer first aid. We thus require dedicated candidates with a science background with Biology to be enrolled as Soldier Nursing Assistant..

Soldier Tradesman

Each unit and Headquarters (HQ) of the Army is self contained in maintaining itself in all respects. It is like a society which is fully self sustaining and not dependent on outside help. Each unit has a strength of 600-1000 personnel who live within a compound and get all support from within that compound/society. Thus each unit has its own cook house, stores, living quarters and lines, offices, vehicles and equipment. There is thus a requirement of a lot of support staff to run various institutes and to maintain the unit area.
1. Chef. The troops have to be fed. Each unit has its own cook houses. Food has to be provided to troops three times a day apart form other requirements. We thus require qualified, dedicated cooks who have an aptitude for cooking.
2. Dresser. Being a self sustained society each unit has its own barber shops and barbers who maintain the upkeep of the troops.
3. Animal Store Holders. Units with mules and dogs have equipment and rations as per their specific requirements. There are harnesses and clothing for the animals, medicines, rations(hay), etc. These are stored till they are required to be used. The stores are required to be maintained in a serviceable condition. We thus require candidates who will be Store Holders and will assist in maintaining all this equipment and stores for animals in a serviceable condition.
4. Ferrier. The mules require special care. They have to have their hoofs maintained. Shoes have to be put and maintained. We require candidates who are conversant with this work.
5. Steward. Each unit has its own Officers Mess which caters for the food requirements of the officers especially in field areas. We require dedicated staff who can assist in the Mess and serve food to the officers in a hygienic and pleasant manner.
6. Artisan (Wood). The Army needs candidates who have the knowledge and expertise to work as carpenters. Candidates with ITI qualification or traditional knowledge are preferred.
7. Artisan (Painter). A lot of equipment has to maintained and marked / numbered as per specifications. Candidates with painting skills and expertise are required for the job.
8. Artisan (Tailor). Each unit has 600-1000 troops. Their uniforms are required to be maintained to high standards. Normal wear and tear has to be repaired. Candidates with traditional skills or ITI training are required for the job.
9. Artisan (Metallurgy). Candidates with traditional skills or with qualification from ITI are required to work as blacksmiths.
10. Musician. The army units have their Military Bands consisting mainly of Drums, Trumpets and Pipes. Candidates with knowledge of reading music, traditional knowledge or liking for music and /or training in music may apply for the same.
11. Equipment Repairer. The shoes and equipment of troops have to be maintained in serviceable condition especially in field areas where there is no outside support. Cobblers are required to repair shoes and other canvas/leather equipment. Candidates with traditional skills or training are required for the job.
12. Kennel Man. The army has its own specialist dogs for guard duties/sniffers and trackers. We require dedicated candidates who love dogs to work as their handlers and look after them.
13. Washer Man. The uniforms of troops and officers have to be maintained to a high standard. We require candidates with traditional skills and / or training/experience to serve as washermans.
14. Mess Keeper. Each unit has an Officers Mess. Personnel are required to assist the cook in his daily tasks and to clean the utensils and kitchen everyday. Candidates keen on a ‘Masalchis’ job can apply.
15. House Keeper. The unit area, lines, toilets, offices, roads have to be cleaned and maintained everyday. We require dedicated candidates with knowledge and skills for the job.

Soldier Nursing Assistant (Veterinary)

The Army has certain units which have horses, mules and dogs. The mules are used in difficult terrain to maintain the troops in far flung areas. These mules become the lifeline of the troops and hence the mules have to kept healthy and fit. Dogs are used for specialist tasks like sniffer dogs, bomb disposal, tracking etc. They too require handling, training and to be kept fit. We thus have our own hospitals and doctors who treat the animals and keep them fit. We thus require candidates with Science background who will work in Veterinary Hospitals, look after the animals, work in the Operation Theaters, account for medicines in the medical stores and administer first aid when required.

Education Havildar

The Army has soldiers who come from Class VIII/X backgrounds. There is a requirement to further enhance the education standards of these soldiers. Also certain specialist education / military training is imparted to the soldiers during their service for which we require MA/MSc/ B.Ed students who are well educated and have teaching abilities.

Religious Teachers JCOs

Religion is a very important part of every Indian. Religion provides great strength to soldiers in difficult times. Each unit has its Mandir/Masjid/Church. There is a requirement of candidates who are conversant with the scriptures and who can carryout the ceremonies in the religious places. We require Pandits/Maulvis/Padris/Grantis to firstly run our religious places and also serve as Psychological Counselors for the troops.

Catering JCO

The Army runs certain large training Institutes and Messes which require to feed large strength of personnel. Also there is a requirement that the food provided is wholesome with the correct nutritional intake. There is thus a requirement of candidates who are qualified/trained in catering services and who will be able to run our Messes.

Sportsman Recruitment

List of Games and Sports for Recruitment in the Army

Ser. No	For Havildar	Ser. No	For Naib Subedar
1.	Athletics Including Track and Field events	1.	Athletics (Including Track and Field events, Marathon & Cross Country)
2.	Archery	2.	Archery
3.	Badminton	3.	Basketball
4.	Basketball	4.	Boxing
5.	Boxing	5.	Cricket
6.	Cricket	6.	Cycling
7.	Cycling	7.	Football
8.	Equestrian Sports	8.	Fencing
9.	Football	9.	Gymnastics
10.	Fencing	10.	Golf
11.	Gymnastics Including Body Building	11.	Hockey
12.	Golf	12.	Handball
13.	Hockey	13.	Judo
14.	Handball	14.	Kabaddi
15.	Judo	15.	Kayaking & Canoeing
16.	Kabaddi	16.	Karate
17.	Kayaking & Canoeing	17.	Rowing
18.	Karate	18.	Swimming
19.	Rowing	19.	Shooting
20.	Swimming, Diving & Waterpolo	20.	Squash
21.	Squash	21.	Sailing and Yachting
22.	Shooting	22.	Tennis
23.	Sailing	23.	Taekwondo
24.	Tennis	24.	Volleyball
25.	Taekwondo	25.	Weight Lifting
26.	Volleyball	26.	Wrestling
27.	Weight Lifting
28.	Wrestling

Note: For enrolment of meritorious sportsmen from Unit HQ quota or from the Zones, the list of games as applicable for direct Havildar entry would be considered.

Revised Recruitment Procedure

Revised Procedure wef 01 September 15

All candidates who are desirous of getting enrolled in the Indian Army as JCO / OR are required to apply online at www.joinindianarmy.nic.in After registration candidates shall follow instructions as given out and apply for the selected trade for which they are eligible.
The candidates shall be given a date and place for conduct of Physical Fitness tests, the procedure for which is enumerated below.

Recruitment Procedure

General As part of the screening process, candidates will be tested in Physical Fitness Tests (PFT).Physical Fitness Tests (PFT) is mandatory and will be carried out for all categories during the screening process of recruitment to assess the candidate’s physical ability and courage.
The following tests will be concluded as part ofPhysical Fitness Tests (PFT) :
1. 1.6 km run for Endurance.
2. Pull Ups on Beam (Under Grip) for Strength.
3. 9 feet Ditch for Courage.
4. Zig-Zag Balance for Agility.
Marking System System of awarding marks for various categories are as under:

Ser. No	Category	Physical Fitness Test (PFT) Maximum Marks	Remarks	Zig-Zag Balance	9 Feet Ditch
		1.6 Km Run	Pull Ups
(a)	Soldier (General Duty)	60	40	Required to Qualify	Required to Qualify
(b)	Soldier Clerk / Store Keeper Technical / Technical / Nursing Assistant	Required to Qualify	Required to Qualify#	-do-	-do-	Candidate required to qualify only. However entries of marks obtained to be made in Manual Board Proceedings and RMDS.
(c)	Tradesmen	60	40	-do-	-do-
(d)	Havildar Survey Automated Cartographer	Required to Qualify	Required to Qualify#	-do-	-do-
(e)	JCO Religious Teacher	Up to 30 Yrs – 5 Min 45 Secs, Beyond 30 Yrs – 6 Min 30 Secs	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
(f)	JCO Catering	-do-	Qualified#	Qualified	Qualified
(g)	Direct Havildar (Meritorious Sportsmen)	60	40	Qualified	Qualified

* – 1.6 Km run in max 6.20 mins.
# – Min 6 Pull Ups
$ – 1.6 Km run in max 8 mins

1.6 Km Run

For All Categories less JCO RT

1. Upto 5 mins 30 secs – 60 Marks (Group I)
2. From 5 mins 31 secs to 5 mins to 45 secs – 48 Marks (Group II)
3. Above 5 mins 45 secs – Fail

Provisions for Extra Time for 1.6 Km Run for Hilly Terrain Areas

Timings applicable for conduct of 1.6 Km run in hilly terrain will be as under:
1. Upto 5000 feet – As per paragraph 4.
2. Between 5000 feet to 9000 feet – Additional 30 secs extra given to each group.
3. Between 9000 feet to 12000 feet – Additional 120 secs extra given to each group.

Pull Ups on Beam (Under Grip)

Ser. No	No of Pull Ups	Marks
(i)	6	16
(ii)	7	21
(iii)	8	27
(iv)	9	33
(v)	10	40

Min 6 Pull Ups are required to be done for the candidate to pass.

Weightage in Merit

Performance of individual for Soldier General Duty, Soldier Technical / Clerk / Store Keeper Technical / Nursing Assistant and Soldier Tradesman will be taken into account while awarding bonus marks as given below:
1. Soldier General Duty – Physical Fitness Test (PFT) + Common Entrance Examination (CEE) marks
2. Soldier Technical / Clerk / Store Keeper Technical / Nursing Assistant -Common Entrance Examination (CEE) marks. However, the individual should have qualified inPhysical Fitness Test (PFT).
3. Tradesmen with Aptitude Test – 30% Physical Fitness Test (PFT) marks + 30% Common Entrance Examination (CEE) marks + 40% Tradesman Aptitude Test marks.
4. Tradesmen without Aptitude Test – 60% Physical Fitness Test (PFT) marks + 40% Common Entrance Examination (CEE) marks.
5. Tradesmen Musician – 50% Physical Fitness Test (PFT) marks + 25% Aptitude Test marks + 25% Common Entrance Examination (CEE) marks.
Havildar Survey Automated Cartographer – No Weightage. However, JCO Religious Teacher / Catering / Direct Havildar Sportsman (Meritorious Sportsman) should have qualified inPhysical Fitness Test (PFT).

HQ Recruitment

Headquarters Recruiting Zone Lucknow (For Uttar Pradesh & Uttarakhand)

Headquarters Recruiting Zone, Lucknow and their Army Recruiting Offices (AROs) Pin – 900450, c/o 56 APO
1.	Headquarters Recruiting Zone Lucknow	236 Mahatma Gandhi Road, Lucknow Cantt – Pin – 226002, E-mail : work123@nic.in Tele No : 0522-2292864 & 2483938
2.	Army Recruiting Office Varanasi Cantt	Varanasi Cantt – Pin – 221002, E-mail : vararo@nic.in Tele No : 0542-2506600
3.	Army Recruiting Office Agra Cantt	65, Taj Road, Agra Cantt – Pin – 282001, E-mail : shivshakti121@nic.in Tele No : 8400600915
4.	Army Recruiting Office Bareilly	Fort Raod, Bareilly – Pin – 243001, E-mail : b4fhls4@nic.in Tele No : 8400600918
5.	Army Recruiting Office Meerut Cantt	Meerut Cantt (UP) c/o 56 APO, E-mail : tigerbharti.mt@nic.in Tele No : 8400600921
6.	Army Recruiting Office Amethi Cantt	Amethi, District – Sultanpur – Pin – 247405, E-mail : sol_ameup2@nic.in Tele No : 8400600930
7.	Army Recruiting Office Almora	Almora (Uttrakhand) – Pin – 263601, E-mail : vijaywar@nic.in Tele No : 05962-230005
8.	Army Recruiting Office Pithoragarh	Pithoragarh (Uttrakhand) -Pin 262520, E-mail : arvindsingh.260@nic.in & barkatia900336@nic.in Tele No : 05964-266054
9.	Army Recruiting Office Lansdowne	Lansdowne (Uttrakhand) – Pin 246155, E-mail : bmstalwar@nic.in Tele No : 8400600933

Documents Required

Documents Required at the Rally Site

1. Educational Certificate / Marksheet issued by the Recognized Education Board.
2. Residence Certificate with photograph issued by the authorised signatory of the State Government / Tehsildar / SDM.
3. Caste Certificate with photograph to be signed by Village Sarpanch except in the case of SIKH (Mazbi and Ramdasia), Gujjar and Gorkha candidates wherein it is reqd to be signed by the authorised signatory of the State Government / Tehsildar / SDM. Candidates belonging to Dogra Community to produce certificate with photograph issued by Tehsildar / Authorised Government Signatory.
4. Religion Certificate issued by the authorised signatory of the State Government / Tehsildar / SDM.
5. School Character Certificate issued by the Schools / Colleges Principal / Headmaster.
6. Character Certificate with photograph issued by the Village Sarpanch / Municipal Corporation / Police issued within last six months.
7. Unmarried Certificate with photograph issued by Village Sarpanch / District Administration issued within last six months (If candidate is below 21 years of age).
8. Relationship Certificate issued by concerned Records Office (Applicable for only the Son of Serving Soldiers / Widows / War Widows and Ex-servicemen).
9. NCC A / B / C Certificates. In case of NCC Certificate holders relevant certificates and certificate for participation in Republic Day Parade to be produced for dispensation.
10. Sports Certificate to be produced if represented in the following
o Represented India at International level.
o Represented State at National Level.
o Represented District at National Level.
o Represented University Team or Regional Team at District Level.
11. Candidates having O+ Level Computer Certificate ‘Business Professional Programmer’ issued by the DOEACC Society.
12. Latest passport size photographs. Both the ears of the candidates must be visible and SIKH (Mazbi and Ramdasia) candidates must have photograph in turban and without turban.
13. Kandi area certificate for applicable candidates to be issued by Tehsildar / Authorised Government Signatory.

Note:

Documents mentioned at Paragraph 1 to 11 above are required in original alongwith one photocopy of each document duly attested by Principal / Headmaster / Gazetted Rank Officer. Attested photocopy / printout of education certificate obtained from the Internet duly attested by the school Principal will be accepted at the Rally site for candidates whose original certificates have not been received from the concerned education board after declaration of the result or for candidates who have deposited their certificates in some other institute where they might be undergoing some professional course.

Checklist

Checklist For Scheduled Test(ST)

a. HB Pencil, Eraser, Sharpener, Glue stick, Stapler and Black/Blue Ball Point Pen for writing.
b. Ten copies of un-attested recent (which has been taken for the online application registration) passport size colour photograph.
c. Original and four self-attested photocopies of Matriculation Passing Certificate (required for verification of Candidate’s Name, Father’s Name and his Date of Birth).
d. Original and four self-attested photocopies of Matriculation Marks Sheet (only applicable for three years Diploma Course holders when English is not a subject in Diploma Course).
e. Original and four self-attested photocopies of Intermediate/10+2/ Equivalent Examination Passing Certificate and Marks Sheet.
OR
Original and four self-attested photocopies of Three years Diploma Course Passing Certificate and Marks Sheets of all semesters.
f. Original and four self-attested photocopies of duly filled Son of serving Air Force Personnel (SOAFP) Certificate (format available on CASB AFNet website) for Sons of serving Air Force personnel (or) Original and four self-attested photocopies of Discharge Book/Service Certificate issued from AFRO/DAV for Sons of retired/deceased/discharged Air Force personnel.
g. Candidates are to download & take colour printout of Admit Card. The same will carried to the examination centre on the day of test.
h. For Candidates discharged from Indian Army/Indian Navy/Any other Government Organisation. Original and four Self-attested photocopies of Discharge Certificate (as issued from Indian Army/Indian Navy/Government Organisation).
i. NOC in original and 4 self attested photocopies from the employer for candidates presently serving in any government organization (if applicable).
j. Original and four self-attested photocopies of NCC ‘A’, ‘B’ or ‘C’ certificate (if applicable).

Note:

1. The Name of the ward and his Date of Birth mentioned in the Discharge Book/Service Certificate must match with the details mentioned in his matriculation passing certificate.
2. Under no circumstances the candidates will be permitted to appear in the Selection Test without Original Educational Marks Sheets/Passing Certificates & Documents mentioned above in paragraph (c) to (e). However, candidates with photocopies of Educational Marks Sheets/Passing Certificates can be permitted to appear in the Selection Test only on production of a certificate from College/School Principal certifying that Educational Certificates/Marks sheets are deposited with College/School.
3. The original Passing Certificates/Marks Sheets will not be retained by the Selection Centre. The same will be returned to the candidates on completion of detailed verification.

For Recruitment Rally

a. HB Pencil, Eraser, Sharpener, Gum tube, Stapler and Black/Blue Ball Point Pen for writing.
b. Seven un-attested recent passport size colour photograph (front portrait in light background without head gear except for Sikhs). The photograph is to be taken with candidate holding a black slate in front of his chest with his Name and Date of Photograph taken, clearly written on it with white chalk in capital letters.
c. Original and four self-attested photocopies of Matriculation Passing Certificate (required for Date of Birth verification).
d. Original and four self-attested photocopies of Matriculation Marks Sheet (Only applicable for 03 years Diploma Course holders when English is not a subject in Diploma Course).
e. Original and four self-attested photocopies of Intermediate/10+2/ Equivalent Examination Passing Certificate and Marks Sheet.
OR
Original and four self-attested photocopies of Three years Diploma Course Passing Certificate and Marks Sheets of all semesters.
f. Original and four self-attested photocopies of Domicile Certificate (or) Original and four self-attested photocopies of duly filled Son of Air Force personnel (SOAFP) Certificate (format available on AFNET CASB webpage) for Sons of serving Air Force personnel (or) Original and four self-attested photocopies of Discharge Book/ Service Certificate issued from AFRO/DAV for Sons of retired/deceased/discharged Air Force personnel and proof of minimum stay of one year in the designated districts as per Para 3 above.
g. Candidates discharged from Indian Army/Indian Navy/Any other Government Organisation. Original and four Self-attested photocopies of Discharge Certificate (as issued from Indian Army/Indian Navy/Government Organisation).
h. NOC in original and 4 self attested photocopies from the employer for candidates presently serving in any government organization (if applicable).
i. Original and four self-attested photocopies of NCC ‘A’, ‘B’ or ‘C’ Certificate (if applicable).
j. Provisional Admit Card issued during registration (whenever applicable).

Note:

1. The Name of the ward and his Date of Birth mentioned in the Discharge Book/Service Certificate must match with the details mentioned in his matriculation passing certificate.
2. Under no circumstances the candidates will be permitted to appear in the Rally without Original Educational Marks Sheets/Passing Certificates & Documents mentioned above in paragraph (c) to (j). However, candidates with photocopies of Educational Marks Sheets/Passing Certificates can be permitted to appear in the Rally only on production of a certificate from College/School Principal certifying that Educational Certificates/Marks sheets are deposited with College/School.
3. The original Passing Certificates/Marks Sheets will not be retained by the Selection Centre. The same will be returned to the candidates on completion of detailed verification.