The Indian Army is one of the largest and most respected armed forces in the world. It offers a wide range of career opportunities to candidates from different educational backgrounds. Whether you are a 10th pass candidate, 12th pass, or a graduate, the Indian Army jobs list has something for everyone. This article provides a complete guide to the Indian Army jobs list, salary, eligibility, age limits, and promotion scope.


✅  Indian Army careers Jobs for Civilians

Job CategoryMinimum QualificationEntry TypeGender
Soldier (General Duty)10th PassDirect Bharti (Rally)Male
Officer (Permanent Commission)12th Pass / GraduateNDA, CDS, TGC, SSCMale & Female
Technical Entries12th Science / B.TechTES, UES, SSC TechMale
Medical / Legal / EducationMBBS / LLB / PGSpecialist EntryMale & Female

🪖 Indian Army Jobs List, Eligibility, Age Limit, and Salary

RoleEligibility (Education)Age LimitSalary (Approx.)Career Promotion
Soldier General Duty10th Pass with 45% marks17.5 – 21 years₹21,700 + AllowancesNaik → Havildar → Subedar → SM
Soldier Clerk/SKT12th Pass (Arts/Commerce)17.5 – 23 years₹21,700 + MSPPromotions based on exams & service
Soldier Technical12th PCM / ITI17.5 – 23 years₹21,700 + Tech AllowanceTech Havildar → JCO → SM
Soldier Nursing Assistant12th with Biology17.5 – 23 years₹21,700 + Medical AllowanceAMC promotions to JCO rank
JCO Religious Teacher (RT)Graduate in relevant stream25 – 34 years₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400Direct JCO Rank
NDA Officer (Permanent)12th PCM16.5 – 19.5 years₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500Lt → Capt → Major → Colonel+
CDS Officer (Graduate Entry)Graduate (Any stream)19 – 24 years₹56,100 – ₹2,25,000Fast-track promotion opportunities
SSC Tech / TGC (Engineer)B.E/B.Tech20 – 27 years₹56,100 – ₹2,00,000SSC → PC option after 10 years
Army Medical Corps (Doctor)MBBSMax 30 years₹75,000+ (incl. allowances)AMC Promotions to Lt Gen level
Army Law Officer (JAG)LLB with Bar Council Registration21 – 27 years₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500Promotion to Brigadier-level

🎖️ Indian Army Career Promotion Structure

For Soldiers:

  • Starting Rank: Sepoy/Soldier

  • Promotion Path: Naik → Havildar → Naib Subedar → Subedar → Subedar Major

For Officers:

  • Starting Rank: Lieutenant

  • Promotion Path: Lieutenant → Captain → Major → Lieutenant Colonel → Colonel → Brigadier → Major General → Lt. General → General

Promotions depend on performance, exams, time-in-service, and vacancies.


💸 Indian Army Salary Structure

RankBasic Pay (₹)Military Service Pay (MSP)Total (Approx)
Sepoy₹21,700₹5,200₹30,000 – ₹35,000
Naik₹25,500₹5,200₹35,000 – ₹40,000
Subedar₹44,900₹5,200₹55,000 – ₹60,000
Lieutenant₹56,100₹15,500₹70,000 – ₹80,000
Major₹69,400₹15,500₹85,000 – ₹95,000
Colonel & Above₹1,21,200+Varies₹1.3L – ₹2.25L+

Note: All positions include additional perks like Free Ration, Uniform, Insurance, Transport, and Canteen Facilities.


📝 Selection Process

  • Soldier Level: Physical Test → Written Exam (CEE) → Medical

  • Officer Level: Written (NDA/CDS/SSC) → SSB Interview → Medical

  • Direct Recruitment: Rally Bharti, University Entry Schemes, NCC Special Entry


✅ Overview – Army Jobs for Female

Entry TypeEligibilityLevelApplication Mode
SSC (Non-Tech/Tech)Graduation / B.TechOfficerDirect Entry through UPSC/Online
NCC Special EntryGraduation + NCC ‘C’ CertOfficerSpecial Entry
JAG (Law Officer)LLB + Bar Council Reg.OfficerShort Service Commission
Army Medical Corps (AMC)MBBS/BDSOfficerSSC/AFMS
Military Nursing Service (MNS)B.Sc NursingOfficer (Nursing)MNS Entrance Test
Agniveer General Duty (Women)10th PassSoldierAgnipath Scheme

🪖 Army Jobs for Female – Role-Wise Eligibility, Salary & Age

RoleQualificationAge LimitSalary (Approx.)Promotion Path
SSC Officer (Tech)B.Tech in relevant discipline20 – 27 years₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500Lt → Capt → Major → Lt Col → Col+
SSC Officer (Non-Tech)Graduate in any stream19 – 25 years₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500Regular promotions up to Colonel
NCC Special Entry (Women)Graduate + NCC ‘C’ Certificate19 – 25 years₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500Short Service → Option for PC
JAG Officer (Law)LLB with 55% + Bar Council21 – 27 years₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500Brigadier level possible
Military Nursing ServiceB.Sc Nursing + NEET (as per norms)21 – 35 years₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400Lieutenant → Major General (Nursing)
AMC Doctor (SSC/AFMS)MBBS/BDS + InternshipUpto 30 years₹75,000 – ₹1.2 LakhAMC Promotions to Lt Gen level
Agniveer GD (Women)10th Pass with 45% marks17.5 – 21 years₹21,000 – ₹30,000 (fixed)4-year service under Agnipath

🔺 Career Promotion for Women in Army

Short Service Commission (SSC) Women Officers now have the option to opt for:

  • Permanent Commission (PC)

  • Command Roles

  • Staff Appointments

Promotions depend on:

  • Performance

  • Service duration

  • Internal examinations

  • Seniority and vacancies

MNS Officers can rise to the rank of Major General in the Nursing stream.


💸 Salary Structure for Female Army Personnel

RankBasic Pay (₹)Total with MSP & Allowances
Lieutenant₹56,100₹75,000 – ₹80,000
Captain₹61,300₹85,000 – ₹90,000
Major₹69,400₹1,00,000+
Lieutenant Colonel₹1,21,200₹1.3L – ₹1.5L+
Colonel & Above₹1.3L+Up to ₹2.25L+

Permanent Commission at least 20 years service

Type of EntryMinimum Educational RequirementTraining/CourseSelection Process
NDA entry10+24 years (3 years at NDA and 1 year at IMA)NDA Exam and SSB Interview
Combined Defence Services (CDS) entryGraduate1 year 6 monthsCDS Examination (CDSE) and SSB Interview
Army Cadet College (ACC) entry10+24 years (3 years in ACC Wing and 1 year at IMA)

A candidate must have served for 2 years in any of the forces like Army, Navy, or Airforce.

Written test followed by SSB Interview
Technical GraduateCourse and PostGraduate Entries (Army Education Corps & Military Farms)Technical Graduate and Postgraduate(AEC & MF)1 yearSSB Interview and Psychological Aptitude Test
University EntrySchemeEngineering Degree1 year at IMASSB Interview
Permanent Commission Special List or PC (SL)10+28 weeks communication skill capsule followed by 4 weeks at Officers’ Training Academy (OTA)SSB Interview
Special Commissioned Officers10+21 year at IMASSB Interview
10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES)Minimum 70% aggregate in PCM in10+2Pre-commission training for 4 years and Post Commissiontraining for 1 yearSSB Interview

Short Service Commission SSC at least 10 years

extendable 4-5 years.

Type of EntryMinimum Educational RequirementTraining/CourseSelection Process
TechnicalEngineering Degree/Equivalent/M.Sc.(Computer Science) as applicable to different corps49 weeksSSB Interview
Non-technicalGraduate49 weeksSSB Interview
SSC (Women) TechGraduate/PG Diploma/PG Degree/Engineering Degree49 weeksSSB Interview
SSC (Women) NonTechGraduate49 weeksSSB Interview

🔍 FAQs – Indian Army Jobs List, Salary & Eligibility

Q1. What is the minimum qualification to join Indian Army?
10th Pass for Soldier; 12th or Graduation for Officer entries.

Q2. What is the age limit for Indian Army jobs?
17.5 – 21 years for Soldier; up to 27 years for Officer entries.

Q3. What is the salary of Indian Army soldiers?
Starting from ₹21,700 per month + MSP and allowances.

Q4. Can females join Indian Army?
Yes, through entries like CDS, NCC Special Entry, JAG, and SSC (Tech/Non-Tech).

Q5. How to join Indian Army as an officer?
Apply through NDA, CDS, SSC Tech, or NCC Special Entry based on eligibility.

❓ FAQs – Army Jobs for Female

Q1. Can a girl join the Indian Army after 12th?
Yes, through the MNS (Nursing) or Agniveer Women GD scheme.

Q2. What are the officer-level entries for females?
SSC Tech/Non-Tech, JAG, NCC Special Entry, AMC, and MNS.

Q3. What is the salary of a female lieutenant in the Army?
Starting salary is ₹56,100 per month + allowances (approx ₹75,000).

Q4. Is permanent commission available for women in the Army?
Yes, since 2020, eligible SSC women officers can opt for PC.

Q5. Are there combat roles available for women in Army?
Yes, women are now being inducted into various combat support and command roles.

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