The Indian Territorial Army (TA) has officially opened the online application process for Officer recruitment in 2025. This is a golden opportunity for motivated individuals who wish to serve the nation in a part-time capacity while continuing with their civilian careers. The Territorial Army offers a unique platform for professionals to contribute to national security without giving up their primary professions. The last date to submit the online application form is 10th June 2025, and candidates are advised to complete their registration well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Application Dates:

Application Fee :

Note: non-refundable, payable online through specified modes

Age Limit:

Note: Age Relaxation as per rules

Vacancy Details

Steps to Apply for Territorial Army Officer Online Form 2025:

1. Visit the Official Territorial Army Website: Navigate to the official recruitment portal of the Indian Territorial Army. Ensure you're accessing the authentic platform and not third-party sites to maintain data security.

2. Register with Basic Details: Begin the registration process by entering essential information such as your full name, email ID, mobile number, and date of birth. Verify your contact details to proceed.

3. Fill the Online Application Form: Log in using your registered credentials and accurately complete the application form. Double-check all personal, academic, and service-related details before proceeding.

4. Upload Required Documents: Attach scanned copies of your recent passport-sized photograph, signature, educational qualifications, and other required certificates in the prescribed format and size.

5. Pay Application Fee: Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes such as net banking, debit card, or UPI. Keep the transaction receipt safe for future reference.

6. Submit and Print Application: After successful submission, download and print a copy of the filled form and payment confirmation for your records.

Exam Pattern for Territorial Army Officer Online Entrance Exam 2025:

The written exam is a computer-based test (CBT) conducted in a single session, designed to evaluate candidates’ reasoning, mathematical skills, general knowledge, and English proficiency. The exam is objective-type, bilingual (English and Hindi), and includes negative marking. Below is a detailed breakdown:

• Structure and Duration:
  • Total Duration: 2 hours
  • Total Questions: 100
  • Total Marks: 100
  • Papers: Two papers (Paper 1 and Paper 2), each divided into two sections, conducted in one session.
• Paper 1 (50 marks, 50 questions, 1 hour):
  • Section A: Reasoning (25 questions, 25 marks)
    Tests logical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Topics include sequences, coding-decoding, blood relations, mirror images, syllogisms, and non-verbal reasoning.
  • Section B: Elementary Mathematics (25 questions, 25 marks)
    Assesses basic mathematical proficiency at the Class 10 level. Topics include arithmetic (percentages, ratios, time and work), algebra (simple equations), geometry (shapes, areas), trigonometry (basic ratios), and statistics (mean, median).
• Paper 2 (50 marks, 50 questions, 1 hour):
  • Section A: General Knowledge (25 questions, 25 marks)
    Evaluates awareness of national and international events. Topics include Indian history, geography, polity, economy, science, current affairs, sports, awards, and notable personalities.
  • Section B: English (25 questions, 25 marks)
    Tests language proficiency at the graduation level. Topics include vocabulary, grammar, comprehension, sentence rearrangement, error correction, and idioms.
• Marking Scheme:
  • Each question carries 1 mark.
  • Negative Marking: 0.33 marks deducted for each incorrect answer.
  • Qualifying Criteria: Minimum 40% in each section (10 marks per section) and 50% overall (50 marks total) to pass.
• Exam Mode and Language:
  • Mode: Computer-based test (OMR-based if CBT is unavailable).
  • Language: Questions are in English and Hindi (except for the English section).
• Key Preparation Tips:
  • Practice previous years’ question papers to understand question types and difficulty.
  • Focus on time management, aiming to answer questions accurately within the 2-hour limit.
  • Strengthen weak areas, especially in reasoning and mathematics, using standard study materials.
  • Stay updated on current affairs through newspapers and reliable news sources.
  • Take mock tests to simulate exam conditions and improve speed.