Territorial Army Recruitment 2025: The Territorial Army (TA) has announced a massive recruitment drive for the year 2025. Under this initiative, recruitment rallies will be held in various regions of the country. This recruitment campaign is for over 800 different positions, including GD Soldier, Soldier Clerk, Survey, and Chef Specialist. The first phase of the recruitment process (physical and medical tests) will begin on November 15, 2025, and will continue until December 14, 2025.
Complete schedule of recruitment rallies by region:
First phase (Zone II): November 15 to December 14, 2025.
States: Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand.
Location:
Sofipur Long Range, Meerut Cantt (Uttar Pradesh)
Mahar Regimental Centre, Sagar (Madhya Pradesh)
Roggedunga, Berhampur, Ganjam (Odisha)
Headquarters Kosa, Naya Raipur (Chhattisgarh)
Special schedule for Delhi and Haryana: November 28 to December 10, 2025.
Rallies will be held in various districts, starting from Rohtak, Kurukshetra (November 28), and ending at Delhi (December 10).
For Southern and Western States: November 15 to December 1, 2025.
States: Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Telangana, Goa, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu, Lakshadweep, Puducherry.
Position Details and Vacancies
The following positions will be filled through the recruitment rally for various TA units in Zone 2:
Soldier (General Duty) – 752 posts
Soldier (Survey) – 06 posts
Soldier (Housekeeper) – 10 posts
Soldier (Health Trades) – 03 posts
Soldier (Tailor) – 01 post
Other Specialist Positions (Rig, Chef, Carpenter, etc.) – Total approximately 30
Candidates selected from any rally location may be posted to any Territorial Army unit in Central Command (Zone 2).
Recruitment Process and Important Instructions
Stage 1: Physical Efficiency Test and Medical Examination.
Stage 2: Written Exam, the date of which will be announced separately later. Please note that the written exam will have negative marking.
Required Documents: Candidates must bring all their original educational and identity documents to the recruitment rally.
Application Fee: There is no application fee for this recruitment.
Fact Check: What is the Territorial Army?
It’s Not a Regular Job: The Territorial Army is a voluntary service. It does not guarantee regular employment or a permanent source of income. Members join alongside their civilian jobs or businesses.
A Second Chance to Serve the Nation: This is a great opportunity for young people who, for various reasons, are unable to join the regular army but still have a passion for serving their nation.
History and Role: The TA was established in 1948. It is also known as the ‘Second Line of Defense.’ It has played a vital role in numerous conflicts and disaster relief operations, including the 1962, 1965, 1971, and the 1999 Kargil War.
Territorial Army Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for patriotic youth. Candidates who wish to experience the military while continuing their normal daily routine should definitely participate in this recruitment rally. Eligible candidates are advised to carefully note the date and location of the recruitment rally in their area and arrive on time with all required documents.