The Territorial Army (TA) Southern Command has officially released the Recruitment Rally 2025 Notification inviting applications for multiple Soldier posts including Soldier General Duty (GD), Clerk, and Tradesmen across several states.
If you’ve been searching for “Territorial Army Recruitment 2025 for Soldiers”, this post answers everything eligibility, rally dates, centres, physical test details, and application steps.
Recruitment Rally Dates: 15 November 2025 – 01 December 2025
Recruiting Authority: Group Headquarters, Territorial Army, Southern Command
Total Vacancies: 1900+ (Approx.)
Posts: Soldier GD, Clerk, Tradesmen (Chef, Tailor, House Keeper, Washerman, Steward, etc.)
Mode of Selection: Physical Test, Trade Test, and Written Examination
Territorial Army Southern Command Vacancy 2025 – Post-Wise Details
| Post Name | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Soldier (General Duty) | 1372 |
| Soldier (Clerk) | 07 |
| Soldier (Chef Community) | 19 |
| Soldier (Chef Special) | 03 |
| Soldier (Mess Cook) | 02 |
| Soldier (Equipment Repairer) | 03 |
| Soldier (Steward) | 03 |
| Soldier (Artisan Metallurgy) | 02 |
| Soldier (Artisan Wood Work) | 02 |
| Soldier (Hair Dresser) | 05 |
| Soldier (Tailor) | 01 |
| Soldier (House Keeper) | 05 |
| Soldier (Washerman) | 04 |
Total vacancies across all trades and locations exceed 1900 posts under the Southern Command Rally.
Territorial Army Rally Centres and Schedule 2025
Kolhapur Centre (Maharashtra)
Venue: Shivaji Stadium, Shivaji University, Kolhapur
Units: 101 & 109 Infantry Battalion (TA) MARATHA LI
Vacancies: Soldier GD – 195 | Tradesmen – 13
| Date | Domicile/Area Eligible |
|---|---|
| 15 Nov 2025 | Gujarat, Goa, Pondicherry, Daman & Diu, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Lakshadweep |
| 16 Nov 2025 | Telangana, Gujarat, Maharashtra (Kolhapur, Sangli, Satara, Sindhudurg) |
| 17–19 Nov 2025 | All other Maharashtra districts |
| 21–25 Nov 2025 | Karnataka & Rajasthan districts |
| 27–28 Nov 2025 | Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Kerala |
| 29 Nov – 1 Dec 2025 | Reserve & Medical Test Days |
Secunderabad Centre (Telangana
Venue: Thapar Stadium, AOC Centre, Secunderabad
Units: 110, 117, and 125 Infantry Battalions (TA)
Vacancies: Soldier GD – 298 | Tradesmen – 11
Recruitment will be conducted for candidates from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Rajasthan.
Belagavi Centre (Karnataka)
Venue: Rashtriya Military School Stadium, Belagavi
Units: 106, 115, and 122 Infantry Battalions (TA)
Vacancies: Soldier GD – 320 | Tradesmen – 05
Covers recruitment for southern and western states, including Gujarat, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.
Devlali Centre (Maharashtra)
Venue: Balasaheb Thackeray Krida Sankul Ground, Nashik
Units: 116, 118, and 123 Infantry Battalions (TA)
Vacancies: Soldier GD – 303 | Tradesmen – 16
Includes multiple trades like Clerk, Chef, House Keeper, and Washerman.
Sri Vijaya Puram Centre (Andaman & Nicobar Islands)
Venue: Netaji Stadium, Sri Vijaya Puram
Units: 154 (TA) Bihar & 172 (TA) Madras
Vacancies: Soldier GD – 256 | Tradesmen – 09
Eligible candidates from Andaman & Nicobar Islands and North Eastern States may apply here.
Territorial Army Eligibility Criteria 2025
Age Limit (as on rally date):
- Minimum: 18 Years
- Maximum: 42 Years
Educational Qualification:
- Soldier GD: 10th Pass with 45% aggregate and 33% in each subject.
- Clerk: 10+2 with 60% aggregate, 50% in each subject.
- Tradesmen (except House Keeper/Mess Keeper): 10th pass with 33% in each subject.
- Tradesmen (House Keeper/Mess Keeper): 8th pass with 33% in each subject.
Physical Standards for TA Recruitment 2025
| Criteria | Standard |
|---|---|
| Height | 160 cm (157 cm for Eastern Himalaya Region) |
| Chest | 77 cm unexpanded, 82 cm expanded |
| Weight | Proportionate to height and age |
Relaxation applicable for sons of servicemen/ex-servicemen, war widows, and national-level sportsmen.
Territorial Army Selection Process 2025
Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
- 1 Mile Run:
- Up to 5 Min 30 Sec (18–30 yrs) – 60 marks
- Up to 6 Min (31–42 yrs) – 60 marks
- Pull-Ups: Minimum 6 to qualify, 10+ for full marks
- Balance & 9 Feet Ditch: Qualifying
Trade Test (For Tradesmen & Clerks)
- Tradesmen: Practical test in trade skills
- Clerks: Computer literacy and typing proficiency check
Written Examination (CEE)
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Type: Objective (MCQ), bilingual (Hindi/English)
- Standard: Matric or 8th class level
- Negative marking: -1 mark per wrong answer
- Pass Marks: GD/Tradesmen – 32 | Clerks – 40
Documents Required at Rally Site
- Original Birth Certificate, 10th/12th mark sheets
- Domicile Certificate (with photograph)
- Caste/Community Certificate
- Religion Certificate (if applicable)
- PAN Card & Aadhaar Card (mandatory)
- 20 recent passport-sized photographs (white background, clean shave)
Note: Tattoos are permitted only on inner forearms or dorsal side of hands for religious reasons.
Important Instructions
- Recruitment is completely free no money or bribe is required.
- Entry closes at 1000 hours on the day of rally.
- Initial enrolment period: 7 years (extendable based on merit).
- Selected candidates will undergo training anywhere in India or abroad.
Key Dates – Territorial Army Rally 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | October 2025 |
| Rally Dates | 15 November – 1 December 2025 |
| Written Test (CEE) | After medical & trade test |
| Result Declaration | To be notified later |
The Territorial Army Southern Command Recruitment Rally 2025 is one of the largest soldier recruitments of the year, offering aspirants across 13 states the chance to serve the nation part-time while maintaining their civil careers.
With no online application, no fee, and a transparent merit-based process, this is an unmissable opportunity for candidates looking to join the Territorial Army as a Soldier (GD, Clerk, or Tradesman) in 2025.