Overview
The Territorial Army Directorate, Indian Army has released the notification for the Territorial Army Commission Examination 2026. There are a total of 12 vacancies available for the post of Territorial Army Officer (Lieutenant rank), requiring candidates to be graduates and gainfully employed. The last date to submit your application is 19 May 2026.
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 12
Post Name: Territorial Army Officer (Lieutenant rank)
Organization: Territorial Army Directorate, Indian Army
Job Location: Not Specified
| Post Name | Category | Total Vacancies |
| Territorial Army Officer (Lieutenant) | Male | 11 |
| Territorial Army Officer (Lieutenant) | Female | 01 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
Must be a Graduate from any recognised university.
Candidates must be gainfully employed at the time of application.
Must be physically and medically fit in all respects.
Age Limit:
Important Dates
Notification Release: April 13, 2026
Application Start Date: 20 April 2026 (10:00 hrs)
Last Date to Apply: 19 May 2026 (23:55 hrs)
Exam Date: 12 July 2026
Application Fee
Salary / Pay Scale
Selection Process
Stage 1 - Computer Based Test (CBT): A 2-hour single session exam consisting of 100 MCQs covering Reasoning, General Knowledge, and English. Note that a ⅓ negative marking penalty applies for wrong answers.
Stage 2 - SSB Interview: A two-stage selection procedure involving Intelligence and Personality Tests (Screening and Stage 2).
Final Merit: Final selection is based on the combined marks obtained in both the CBT and SSB tests, with separate merit lists for male and female candidates.
How to Apply
Visit the official website of the Indian Army at www.indianarmy.nic.in
Locate the link for the Territorial Army Commission Examination 2026.
Fill out the online application form with all required personal and educational details.
Ensure you are gainfully employed and meet all medical/physical requirements before applying.
Complete the application fee payment through the prescribed online mode.
Submit your application before 19 May 2026 (23:55 hrs).
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