Territorial Army Soldier Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 1426 Posts by 01-12-2025 – Kerala Rally on 27-28 Nov
Territorial Army (TA) has announced its biggest Indian Army jobs Kerala drive of 2025 with 1426 Soldier vacancies across General Duty, Clerk, Tradesmen & more. This latest Kerala government job notifications 2025 is open to 10th pass govt jobs Kerala & 12th pass government jobs candidates aged 18–42 years. Online registration is live from 15-11-2025 to 01-12-2025 at ncs.gov.in, while Kerala rally is scheduled on 27 & 28 November 2025 – only 11 days left as of 20 November 2025!
This is a golden chance for Kerala district jobs youth from Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Thrissur, Kozhikode & all districts to join the Territorial Army – the part-time citizen force of the Indian Army with full-time adventure & pay.
Territorial Army Soldier Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Territorial Army, Ministry of Defence |
| Total Posts | 1426 (All India) |
| Posts | Soldier GD, Clerk, Tradesmen (Chef, Tailor, Washerman, etc.) |
| Qualification | 8th / 10th / 12th pass |
| Age Limit | 18–42 years |
| Salary | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 + allowances (same as Regular Army) |
| Application Mode | Online + Physical Rally |
| Online Registration | 15-11-2025 to 01-12-2025 |
| Kerala Rally Dates | 27 & 28 November 2025 |
| Official Portal | ncs.gov.in / jointerritorialarmy.gov.in |
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Soldier (General Duty) | 1372 |
| Soldier (Clerk) | 07 |
| Soldier (Chef Community) | 19 |
| Soldier (Chef Special) | 03 |
| Soldier (Mess Cook) | 02 |
| Soldier (ER) | 03 |
| Soldier (Steward) | 02 |
| Soldier (Artisan Metallurgy/Wood Work) | 04 |
| Soldier (Hair Dresser) | 05 |
| Soldier (Tailor) | 01 |
| Soldier (House Keeper) | 03 |
| Soldier (Washerman) | 04 |
| Total | 1426 |
Kerala candidates will be screened on 27 & 28 Nov 2025 along with Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu & Gujarat.
Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Education Required | Min % Required |
|---|---|---|
| Soldier GD | 10th pass | 45% aggregate, 33% each subject |
| Soldier Clerk | 12th any stream | 60% aggregate, 50% in Eng & Maths |
| Soldier Tradesmen (most) | 10th pass | Simple pass |
| Soldier House Keeper/Mess Cook | 8th pass | Simple pass |
Age Limit: 18–42 years (born between 01-12-1983 & 01-12-2007) Height: GD/Clerk – 160 cm | Tradesmen – 160 cm (relaxable for Kerala hills) Chest: 77–82 cm
Kerala Rally Schedule – Mark Your Date!
| Date | States Covered (Kerala + Others) |
|---|---|
| 27 Nov 2025 | All districts of Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat & Kerala |
| 28 Nov 2025 | All districts of Tamil Nadu, Gujarat & Kerala |
| 29 Nov – 01 Dec 2025 | Reserve days for medical/trade tests |
Salary & Benefits – Same as Regular Army
| Rank | Pay Level | Basic Pay | Gross Salary (Kerala) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sepoy / GD | Level 3 | ₹21,700 | ₹40,000+ |
| Naik | Level 4 | ₹25,500 | ₹48,000+ |
| Havildar | Level 5 | ₹29,200 | ₹55,000+ |
Free ration, medical, accommodation, 2 months annual training camp pay, pension after 20 years color + reserve service.
Selection Process
- Online Registration at ncs.gov.in
- Physical Rally – Running, Pull-ups, Zig-Zag Balance, 9ft Ditch
- Physical Measurement
- Document Verification
- Written Exam (CEE) – GK, Maths, Reasoning, English
- Medical Test
- Final Merit
Kerala Physical Standards (relaxed for hill areas):
- 1.6 km run: 5 min 45 sec (Group I)
- Pull-ups: 6–10
How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step
- Visit ncs.gov.in → “Apply Online” for Territorial Army Soldier
- Register with Aadhaar-linked mobile & email
- Fill details → Upload photo, signature, 10th/12th marksheet
- Select rally date → Submit
- Download Admit Card (released 10 days before rally)
- Report to rally ground with originals + 4 photos
No Application Fee
Preparation Tips for Kerala Candidates
- Physical:
- Run 5 km daily
- Practice 10 pull-ups
- Join local ground in Thiruvananthapuram/Kochi
- Written Exam:
- NCERT 8th–10th Maths & Science
- Lucent GK + Kerala-specific current affairs
- Practice previous TA papers
- Documents:
- Aadhaar, 10th/12th certificate, domicile, caste (if any), NCC certificate (bonus marks)
Why Territorial Army is Perfect for Kerala Youth?
- Part-time Army: Train only 2 months/year, continue civil job
- No transfer outside Kerala for most units
- Kerala TA Battalions: 125 Infantry Battalion (TA) Malayalam-speaking
- Higher age limit (42 vs 23 in Regular Army)
- Earn while learning – full Army pay during training
Better than many Kerala PSC jobs in adventure & prestige.
Comparative Analysis: TA vs Regular Army vs Kerala Home Guard
| Feature | Territorial Army | Regular Army | Kerala Home Guard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age Limit | 18–42 | 17.5–23 | 18–50 |
| Qualification | 8th–12th | 10th–12th | 8th pass |
| Salary | ₹40k+ | ₹40k+ | ₹20k–₹30k |
| Service Type | Part-time | Full-time | Part-time |
| Training Duration | 2 months/year | 9 months | 1 month |
| Kerala Unit | Yes | Possible | Yes |
TA wins for higher age & part-time commitment.
Upcoming Defense Jobs in Kerala 2025–2026
- Indian Navy SSR/MR – Feb 2026
- Indian Army Agniveer – Mar 2026
- Kerala Sainik Welfare – Driver/Clerk (Dec 2025)
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Official Notification: Click Here
Interview Preparation: Territorial Army 2025 Question Paper with Answer Key; Download PDF
FAQs
Q1: Kerala women can apply Yes – separate female rally (details later).
Q2: NCC C certificate benefit? Yes – direct interview + bonus marks.
Q3: Can I continue my job? Yes – only 2 months training + emergencies.
Q4: Rally venue in Kerala? Thiruvananthapuram or Kochi (confirmed on admit card).
Q5: Is TA pensionable? Yes – after 20 years service.
