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<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">Starting a </span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>career in defence after 12th</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"> grade is a brave and honorable choice. It provides a distinctive blend of honor, adventure, and the opportunity to serve your nation. The Indian Armed Forces are known for their courage, discipline, and dedication to protecting the nation. Joining the defence forces means entering a world of tough training, strong friendships, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Wearing the uniform and living by the values of duty, honor, and country makes this career path more than just a job—it’s a way of life that turns individuals into leaders and heroes. This guide will help you explore the different ways you can join the Indian Armed Forces right after finishing 12th grade. It will cover the eligibility criteria, selection processes, training, and career progression for each option. Whether you dream of joining the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Coast Guard, this blog is here to guide you in understanding the various paths and processes involved:</span></span></span></p> <ol> <li style="list-style-type:decimal"> <h3 style="color:#000000; font-style:normal; text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>National Defence Academy (NDA)</strong></span></span></span></h3> </li> </ol> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">The National Defence Academy (NDA) is the premier joint training institution and center of excellence for grooming junior leaders for the Indian Armed Forces. It trains cadets for the Army, Navy, and Air Force.</span></span></span></p> <h4 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Eligibility Criteria</strong></span></span></span></h4> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Educational Qualification</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Must have passed 12th or equivalent from a recognized board. For the Air Force and Navy wings, Physics and Mathematics are mandatory.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Age Limit</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: 16.5 to 19.5 years.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Nationality</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Indian citizens or nationals of Bhutan, Nepal, or Tibetan refugees who arrived in India before January 1, 1962.</span></span></span></li> </ul> <h4 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Selection Process</strong></span></span></span></h4> <ol> <li style="list-style-type:decimal"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Written Examination</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) twice a year. It comprises Mathematics and General Ability Test.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:decimal"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>SSB Interview</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Successful candidates from the written exam are called for a five-day Service Selection Board (SSB) interview, which includes psychological tests, group tasks, and a personal interview.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:decimal"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Medical Examination</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: After successfully passing the SSB interview, candidates undergo a comprehensive medical examination.</span></span></span></li> </ol> <h4 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Training and Career Progression</strong></span></span></span></h4> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Training</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: The selected candidates undergo rigorous training at the NDA for three years, followed by a year of training at their respective service academies (IMA for Army, INA for Navy, AFA for Air Force).</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Career Path</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: After successful training, cadets are commissioned as Lieutenants in the Army, Sub Lieutenants in the Navy, or Flying Officers in the Air Force.</span></span></span></li> </ul> <h3 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>2. Technical Entry Scheme (TES)</strong></span></span></span></h3> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">The Technical Entry Scheme (TES) is for candidates aspiring to join the Indian Army as commissioned officers through technical training.</span></span></span></p> <h4 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Eligibility Criteria</strong></span></span></span></h4> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Educational Qualification</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Must have passed 12th with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with at least 70% marks.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Age Limit</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: 16.5 to 19.5 years.</span></span></span></li> </ul> <h4 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Selection Process</strong></span></span></span></h4> <ol> <li style="list-style-type:decimal"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Shortlisting of Applications</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Based on the marks in 12th in the PCM group.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:decimal"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>SSB Interview</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: The SSB interview is conducted for candidates who have been shortlisted.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:decimal"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Medical Examination</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Candidates who pass the SSB interview proceed to undergo a medical examination.</span></span></span></li> </ol> <h4 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Training and Career Progression</strong></span></span></span></h4> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Training</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Selected candidates undergo a five-year training program, including one year at the Officer Training Academy (OTA) and four years at a technical institution.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Career Path</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: After training, candidates are commissioned as Lieutenants in the Army's technical branches.</span></span></span></li> </ul> <h3 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>3. Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry Scheme</strong></span></span></span></h3> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">This scheme allows candidates to pursue a B.Tech degree while training to become an officer in the Indian Navy.</span></span></span></p> <h4 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Eligibility Criteria</strong></span></span></span></h4> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Educational Qualification</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Candidates must have scored at least 70% in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, and a minimum of 50% in English in their 12th grade exams.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Age Limit</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: 16.5 to 19.5 years.</span></span></span></li> </ul> <h4 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Selection Process</strong></span></span></span></h4> <ol> <li style="list-style-type:decimal"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Shortlisting of Applications</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Based on JEE (Main) scores.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:decimal"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>SSB Interview</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Candidates who are shortlisted proceed to participate in the SSB interview.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:decimal"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Medical Examination</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: After clearing the SSB interview, candidates are required to undergo a medical examination.</span></span></span></li> </ol> <h4 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Training and Career Progression</strong></span></span></span></h4> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Training</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Selected candidates undergo a four-year training program at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), including academic and physical training.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Career Path</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: After completing their training, candidates are appointed as Sub-Lieutenants in the Indian Navy.</span></span></span></li> </ul> <h3 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>4. Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) for NDA Graduates</strong></span></span></span></h3> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">After completing the NDA, candidates can join the Air Force by appearing for the AFCAT.</span></span></span></p> <h4 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Eligibility Criteria</strong></span></span></span></h4> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Educational Qualification</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: 12th pass with Physics and Mathematics and a degree from a recognized university.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Age Limit</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: 20 to 24 years (at the beginning of the course).</span></span></span></li> </ul> <h4 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Selection Process</strong></span></span></span></h4> <ol> <li style="list-style-type:decimal"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>AFCAT Exam</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: A written test conducted by the Indian Air Force.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:decimal"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>SSB Interview</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Qualified candidates are called for the SSB interview.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:decimal"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Medical Examination</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Successful candidates in the SSB interview are then scheduled for a medical examination.</span></span></span></li> </ol> <h4 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Training and Career Progression</strong></span></span></span></h4> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Training</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Training at the Air Force Academy (AFA) is provided to selected candidates.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Career Path</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: After training, candidates are commissioned as Flying Officers in the Indian Air Force.</span></span></span></li> </ul> <h3 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>5. Indian Coast Guard</strong></span></span></span></h3> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">The Indian Coast Guard presents opportunities for candidates to enter as officers through multiple entry schemes.</span></span></span></p> <h4 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Eligibility Criteria</strong></span></span></span></h4> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Educational Qualification</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: 12th with 60% aggregate in Physics and Mathematics.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Age Limit</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: 18 to 22 years.</span></span></span></li> </ul> <h4 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Selection Process</strong></span></span></span></h4> <ol> <li style="list-style-type:decimal"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Written Exam</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Organized by the Indian Coast Guard.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:decimal"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Physical Fitness Test</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Qualified candidates participate in a physical fitness assessment.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:decimal"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Medical Examination</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Candidates who clear the physical fitness test undergo a medical examination.</span></span></span></li> </ol> <h4 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Training and Career Progression</strong></span></span></span></h4> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Training</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: Selected candidates undergo training at the Indian Naval Academy (INA) or other designated training establishments.</span></span></span></li> <li style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Career Path</strong></span></span></span><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">: After training, candidates are commissioned as Assistant Commandants in the Indian Coast Guard.</span></span></span></li> </ul> <h3 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Additional Career Options in Defence After 12th</strong></span></span></span></h3> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:disc"> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">10+2 (B. Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme </span></span></span></p> </li> <li style="list-style-type:disc"> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">Military Nursing Service (MNS) </span></span></span></p> </li> <li style="list-style-type:disc"> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">MBBS Course at AFMC Pune </span></span></span></p> </li> <li style="list-style-type:disc"> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">Agniveer Scheme</span></span></span></p> </li> <li style="list-style-type:disc"> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">Soldier (General Duty) in the Indian Army</span></span></span></p> </li> <li style="list-style-type:disc"> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">Sailor in the Indian Navy</span></span></span></p> </li> <li style="list-style-type:disc"> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">Airman in the Indian Air Force</span></span></span></p> </li> </ul> <h3 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Benefits of a Career in Defence</strong></span></span></span></h3> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">A career in defence offers unparalleled job security, prestige, and numerous growth opportunities. It commands respect and admiration, providing competitive salaries with various allowances like travel, housing, and medical benefits. Additionally, attractive pension schemes and retirement benefits ensure financial security post-retirement. The armed forces also offer exciting opportunities for adventure and travel, including activities like mountaineering, sailing, and parachuting, making it a fulfilling and rewarding career choice.</span></span></span></p> <h3 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Embrace the Challenge: Start Your Defence Career After 12th</strong></span></span></span></h3> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000">A </span></span></span><a href="https://www.guidemecareer.com/category/defence" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><strong><u>career in defence after 12th</u></strong></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman',serif"><span style="color:#000000"> is a noble and fulfilling path that demands dedication, hard work, and a strong sense of duty. Whether you aspire to join the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Coast Guard, there are multiple entry schemes tailored to match your qualifications and aspirations. Prepare diligently, stay focused, and embrace the challenge to serve the nation with honor and pride. The journey is rigorous, but the rewards of serving the country and the personal growth you will experience make it a worthy pursuit</span></span></span></p>
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