Indian Army Recruitment 2024
Applications are invited from gainfully employed men and women to serve the Nation as Territorial Army Officers.Candidates should be graduates, preferably with backgrounds in Cyber Security or Technology Computer Science, and must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in areas such as Penetration Testing and Certified Ethical Hacking.
Certification in CEH, Penetration Testing, or Cyber Security, or three letters of recommendation from recognized bodies, are required. Desirable qualifications include expertise in Programming Languages and knowledge of Hacking Forensics.
| Organization Name | Indian Army |
| Post Name | Territorial Army Officers |
| No of Vacancies | 04 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 42 years |
| Pay Scale | 56, 100 – 2, 17, 600 |
| Last Date | 12 September 2024 |
Educational Qualifications
Qualification:
- Any Graduate, with preference for Cyber Security or Technology Computer Science background.
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in core areas such as:
- Penetration Testing
- Certified Ethical Hacking (CEH)
- Cyber Security
- Experience should be gained from reputed organizations, as an independent consultant, or as a Founder of Cyber Security organizations.
Certification/Training Requirements (Choose one):
- Recognized certification or formal training in:
- CEH
- Penetration Testing
- Cyber Security and Red Team Operations
- OR Minimum of 3 letters of recommendation from:
- Industry-acclaimed cyber experts
- NAAC “A” accredited Institute
- Recognized Information Technology / Cyber Security bodies
- Government organizations, validating Proof of Concepts and published papers on Cyber Security, CEH, or Information Management.
Desirable Qualification Requirements:
- Programming Language expertise
- Functional knowledge of Hacking Forensics
This format presents the educational qualifications, experience requirements, certification options, and desirable qualifications clearly and concisely using bullet points. It emphasizes the key skills and credentials sought for the position in Cyber Security.
| Level | Pay Matrix | Military Service Pay |
| Level 10 | 56, 100 – 1, 77, 500 | 15500/- |
| Level 10A | 61, 300 – 1, 93, 900 | 15500/- |
| Level 11 | 69, 400 – 2, 07, 200 | 15500/- |
| Level 12A | 1, 21, 200 – 2, 12,400 | 15500/- |
| Level 13 | 1, 30, 600 – 2, 15, 900 | 15500/- |
| Level 13A | 1, 39, 600 – 2, 17, 600 | 15500/- |
Selection Procedure
The selection procedure for the position involves four phases, each designed to progressively assess candidates’ suitability for the role:
Phase I: Document Check
- Documents will be vetted and benchmarked based on weighted values.
- Merit for the Written Test will be prepared based on the outcomes of the document check.
Phase II: Written Test (100 Marks)
- Objective type written test.
- Candidates scoring 60 percentile and above will qualify for the Practical Test.
Phase III: Practical Test (100 Marks)
- Candidates who qualify in the Written Test will undergo a Practical Test.
- Performance in the Practical Test determines eligibility for the Interview.
Phase IV: Interview (300 Marks)
- Interview will be conducted at the Directorate General of Territorial Army.
- Final assessment based on the Interview marks.
Date of Selection: October 2024
- Firm dates will be communicated later via post/email.
This structured selection process ensures thorough evaluation of candidates through document verification, objective assessments (Written and Practical Tests), and a comprehensive Interview, aiming to identify the most suitable candidates for the role at the Directorate General of Territorial Army.
Last Date Of Receipt Of Application
The application process for the position at the Directorate General Territorial Army follows specific guidelines and deadlines:
- Application Period: Applications will be accepted from 15th July 2024 to 12th September 2024 (05:00 PM).
- Submission Method: Applications must be submitted through India Post only to the Directorate General Territorial Army, Integrated Headquarters of Ministry of Defence, ‘A’ Block, 4th Floor, Defence Office Complex, KG Marg, New Delhi – 110001.
- Availability of Application Form: The application form and detailed advertisement will be available on the Territorial Army official website www.jointerritorialarmy.gov.in starting from 15th July 2024.
- Publication: The detailed advertisement will also be published in the Employment News of the respective month.
- Selection Criteria: It is emphasized that incomplete or ineligible application forms, as well as those received after the deadline of 12th September 2024, will be rejected without any prior intimation.
