Indian Army
The Indian Army is the land-based branch of the Indian Armed Forces. Recruitment happens through various rallies (Soldier GD, Clerk, Technical) and written examinations conducted by ARO offices across India.
Age Limit
17.5 – 23 years (varies by post)
Qualification
10th / 12th / Graduate (post-wise)
Stages
7 Selection Rounds
TNR Batch
Admissions Open
Selection Process & Stages
Online Application
Apply on joinindianarmy.nic.in when recruitment is announced.
Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
1.6 km run, pull-ups, balance beam, 9 feet ditch crossing.
Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
Height, weight, chest measurement verification.
Medical Examination
Detailed medical fitness test at Military Hospital.
Common Entrance Exam (CEE)
Written test covering GK, Maths, General Science, English.
Document Verification
Original certificates verification.
Merit List & Final Selection
Combined merit from physical + written scores.
Physical Fitness Test (PFT) Standards
| Test / Activity | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 km Run | Under 5 min 30 sec (Group 1) | Under 7 min 30 sec |
| Pull-ups (Beam) | 6 pulls = 16 marks | N/A |
| Zig-Zag Balance | Must complete | Must complete |
| 9 feet Ditch | Must cross | Must cross |
Written Examination
General Knowledge, General Science, Mathematics, English, Reasoning — MCQ format. Minimum qualifying marks required in each subject.
Medical Standards
Vision, hearing, chest X-ray, blood tests, dental, orthopaedic fitness, flat foot check.
How TNR Sainik Academy Prepares You
Recommended Preparation Strategy
Start physical training 6+ months before the rally
Build running stamina with daily timed runs
Focus on GK — especially defence, geography, science
Practice previous year CEE papers
Maintain healthy diet and rest schedule
Frequently Asked Questions
Generally 17.5 to 23 years for Soldier GD. Age varies by category — Clerk, Tradesman, Technical have different limits. Always verify from the official notification.
There is no fixed limit on attempts as long as you are within the age limit.
Minimum 170 cm for most states. This varies slightly by state/region. Chest minimum 77 cm expanded to 82 cm.
We run a dedicated Army preparation batch covering physical training (morning), classroom GK and Maths sessions (afternoon), and mock tests every week.