Indian Army Recruitment 2025: A Golden Opportunity for 10th Pass Candidates
Great news for all aspirants who dream of joining the Indian Army and wearing the uniform. A new, direct recruitment drive for the year 2025 has been announced. This is a significant opportunity for individuals across the country to fulfill their dream of serving the nation. This recruitment is open to all, and the process is designed to be straightforward, with a focus on physical fitness rather than a written examination.
This is an all-India recruitment, meaning candidates from any state or district are eligible to apply. The key highlight of this drive is that it is open to candidates who have passed the 10th class. If you meet this basic educational criterion, you are eligible to apply for these prestigious positions.
Vacancy Details: Havildar and Naib Subedar
The Indian Army has released this notification for the posts of Havildar and Naib Subedar. This is a direct entry opportunity, providing a clear path for candidates to join the forces through a recruitment rally.
Selection Process: No Written Exam
One of the most appealing aspects of this recruitment is the selection process. There will be no written examination. The selection will be based on the following stages:
- Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Skill Test
- Medical Test
- Document Verification
Candidates only need to prepare for the physical tests to secure this job.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this recruitment, candidates must meet the specific criteria set by the Indian Army regarding education and age.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed the 10th Class. Anyone who has completed their matriculation is 100% eligible to apply for this vacancy.
Age Limit
The age limit for applicants is set between 17.5 and 25 years. To be more specific, candidates born between September 30, 2000, and October 1, 2007, are eligible to apply.
Physical Test Standards
The physical fitness and standard tests are crucial parts of the selection process. The requirements are different for male and female candidates.
For Male Candidates
- Run: 1.6 km to be completed in 5 minutes and 45 seconds.
- Ditch: A 9-foot ditch must be cleared (qualifying in nature).
- Zig-Zag Balance: Must qualify.
For Female Candidates
- Height: Minimum height of 162 cm.
- Weight: Should be proportionate to height as per medical standards.
- Run: 1.6 km to be completed in 8 minutes.
- Long Jump: 10 feet (qualifying in nature).
- High Jump: 3 feet (qualifying in nature).
Application Fee
There is no application fee for this recruitment. Candidates from all categories, including General, OBC, SC, ST, and PWD, can apply for free.
Required Documents
Before applying, ensure you have all the necessary documents ready to avoid rejection of your application. Even a small mistake can lead to disqualification.
- Passport-size photographs (keep at least 4, up to 20).
- Signature.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Active Mobile Number.
- Valid Email ID.
- Educational Certificates and Marksheets.
- Caste Certificate (for SC, ST, or OBC candidates).
- Age Proof (10th marksheet or Birth Certificate).
How to Apply
The application process for this recruitment is offline. Candidates must submit their applications by post.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: May 5, 2025
- Application End Date: June 15, 2025
Application Submission Steps
- Download the official application form provided with the notification.
- Fill out the form completely in capital letters.
- Affix your recent passport-size photograph.
- Provide your signature and left-hand thumb impression where required.
- Enter all required details accurately, including your name, father’s name, address, mobile number, email ID, and educational qualifications.
- Submit the completed application form to the address provided in the official notification before the last date of June 15, 2025.
