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Defence exams in India offer one of the most esteemed entry points into the nation’s military, paramilitary and allied organizations. Each year, lakhs of aspirants compete for roles in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and major defence research and logistics agencies. Explore comprehensive details for every major exam, including posts, eligibility, exam structure, and selection process. You can also start preparing for examination on this website which is completely free.

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Indian Coast Guard Navik
Airforce Group X
Airforce Group Y
CDS
Army GD Agniveer
BSF Head Constable
UPSC CAPF AC
AFCAT
Indian Navy Chargeman
CISF Constable
CAPF HCM ASI
Indian Navy Group C
CRPF Constable
Indian Airforce Agniveer
CRPF Head Constable
CISF Head Constable
Navy Tradesman Mate
Indian Navy SSR Medical Assistant
Territorial Army
BSF Constable
Indian Navy Tradesman
SSB Service Selection Board
Army Tradesman Agniveer
Indian Navy Fireman
Army Clerk Agniveer
Navy MR Agniveer
Indian Army Nursing Assistant
Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant
ITBP Constable
CISF Tradesman
WCD Pune Senior Clerk
Indian Army Agniveer
WCD Pune Defence Officer
Army Technical Agniveer
BSF RO
ITBP Assistant Surgeon
DRDO Technician A
SSB Head Constable
Indian Navy Agniveer SSR
CRPF Paramedical Staff
BSF SI
ITBP Head Constable
Indian Navy Entrance Test
ITBP Constable Tradesman
Indian Air Force Group C
Army Havaldar SAC
BSF Tradesman
DRDO MTS
CISF Driver
Assam Rifles
CISF ASI
CISF Fireman
AOC Tradesman Mate
AOC Fireman
Indian Coast Guard Yantrik
Indian Airmen Group Y
Indian Army BSc Nursing
AFCAT EKT
SSB SI
BSF Water Wing
BRO Multi Skilled Worker
Indian Army Group C
DGAFMS Group C
BRO Vehicle Mechanic
Indian Coast Guard
Assam Rifles Tradesman
ASC Centre Group C
Indian Army CEE
Indian Army 36 FAD
CRPF
ITBP Assistant Commandant
DRDO STA
ISRO Scientific Assistant
DRDO Administrative Assistant
DRDO Stenographer
DRDO JTO
DRDO Fireman
DRDO Vehicle Operator
DRDO Store Assistant
SSB Constable
IMU CET
CRPF SI
ITBP SI
Indian Navy Agniveer
ACC Exam
DRDO RAC
AOC Material Assistant
CRPF ASI
IMA Dehradun Group C
BRO Operator Communication

Major Defence Army Exams Details

 

Exam Name

Main Post/Dept.

Eligibility

Selection Rounds

Exam Pattern Highlights

Indian Coast Guard Navik

CG Navik (GD/DB)

12th pass (GD), 10th (DB)

CBT, Adaptability, PFT, Docs, Medical

Online CBT: 60–75 min; PFT; National Level

Airforce Group X/Y

Airman (Technical/Non-Tech)

12th-pass

Online Test, PFT, Adaptability, Medical

English, Physics/Maths (X), Reasoning, GA (Y)

CDS

Defence Officership (IMA, INA, AFA)

Graduate (diff for posts)

Written Exam, SSB Interview, Medical

Written: English, GK, Maths (2h each), Pen-paper, Negative marking

Army GD Agniveer

Soldier GD

10th pass

CEE, PFT, Medical, Docs

Physical + written (CEE, MCQ)

BSF Head Constable

HC (RO/RM/Clerk/Ministerial)

12th/Grad/Steno (as per)

Written, Skill, PET/PST, Medical

Written (MCQ), Skill (typing/shorthand), PET

UPSC CAPF AC

Assistant Commandant (CAPF)

Graduate, 20–25 yrs

Written (Paper I & II), PST, Medical, Interview

Paper I: 2hr/250 marks, Paper II: 3hr/200 marks, Descriptive + Objective

AFCAT

Air Force Officer (Flying, Tech)

Graduate, 20–24 yrs

Online Test, AFSB, Medical

AFCAT: 100 Qs/300 marks, EKT (Tech only), -1 negative

Indian Navy Chargeman

Chargeman (Technical)

Degree/Diploma

Written, Docs, Medical

CBT (Objective), discipline-specific Qs

CISF Constable/Head Const.

Constable, Head Constable

10th/12th

Written, PET/PST, Medical

General Awareness, Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude

CAPF HCM/ASI

HC Ministerial, Asst Sub-Inspect.

12th pass/Graduation

Written, Skill Test, Physical, Medical

MCQ (GA, Reasoning, English), Skill (typing/steno)

Indian Navy Group C

Group C Staff (Various)

Varies (10th/12th/Grad)

Written/Practical, Docs, Medical

General/Discipline-based MCQ

CRPF Constable/HC/ASI

Constable, Head Constable, ASI

10th/12th/Diploma

Written, PET/PST, Skill/Test, Medical

Written (MCQ), Skill, PET

Indian Air Force Agniveer

Agniveer Vayu

12th Pass (Sc./Voc)

STAR Exam, PFT, Adaptability, Medical

Online Test: MCQ (Eng, Math, Physics), 60 min

Navy Tradesman Mate

Tradesman Mate (Group C)

10th pass

Written, Docs, Medical

MCQ: 100 Qs, Gen. Int., Math, Eng., GA, 90 min

Territorial Army Officer

Officer (TA)

Graduate, 18–42 yrs

Written, Interview, Medical

Reasoning, Elementary Math, English, GA

SSB (Service Selection)

Officer Candidates

As per entry (Graduation)

Stage I: OIR + PPDT; Stage II: Psychology, GTO, Interview, Conf.

5-Day Assessment: Screening, Psychological, GTO, Interview

Indian Navy SSR/AA/MR

Sailor (SSR, AA, MR)

12th/10th Pass

Written, PFT, Medical

MCQ: English, Science, Math, GK

Indian Coast Guard AC/Yantrik

Officer, Technical

Graduation/Diploma (Engg.)

Written, PFT, Adapt, Interview, Medical

Tech, GK, Engg. MCQs

DRDO RAC/Technician/MTS

Scientist B, Technician/STA/MTS

Engg. Grad/Diploma/10th

GATE (Sci B), Written, Docs, Interview

GATE + Interview/MCQ on Tech & GA

Paramilitaries/BRO/Other

Constables, Tradesman, Mate, Clerk

10th/12th/Graduation

MCQ, Skill/PET, Medical

Physical test, Discipline-based MCQ

Note: Please check official latest notification for details. Exam such as Indian Army/Navy/Air Force Group C, Agniveer (GD/Technical/Clerk/Tradesman), various Head Constables, Assistant, Sub Inspectors, and technical staff (e.g., BRO, DRDO, ISRO, DFCCIL, AOC, etc.) follow a similar multi-stage process: Written/Online Exam → Physical/Skill Test → Document Verification → Medical Fitness.

Defence Exam Eligibility and Age Limit

  • Educational Qualification: Ranges from 10th Pass (Constable/Trades), 12th Pass (Agniveer, Airman, Sailor), to Graduate/Diploma (Officers, Chargeman, Technical, Staff roles).
  • Age Limit: Typically, 17.5–23 years for entry-level, 20–25 for officer, some roles up to 27–30 (with age relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-servicemen).
  • Nationality: Indian citizens (minimally); Nepal & Bhutanese eligible for select roles.
  • Physical Standards: Height, weight, chest, vision, and physical endurance vary by force and post.
  • Skill Requirement: Typing, stenography, driving, or technical tests for support roles (Clerk, Mechanic, Translator, etc.).
  • Medical Fitness: Strict medical standards on eyesight, hearing, and overall health are mandatory for uniformed posts.

Frequently asked Questions (FAQs)

Do all Defence exams have a physical test?

Yes, except for some high-level technical/clerical roles, most exams require physical tests for qualifying PET/PST for final selection.

Are women eligible?

Yes, women are eligible, especially for officer, paramilitary, nursing, and technical roles. Must check official notifications for each exam.

Where are postings done after selection?

Posting will be done anywhere in India as per organizational requirement and merit list.

What is SSB?

SSB is Service Selection Board (SSB) is a 5 days personality and leadership assessment (for officers), covering intelligence, psychology, group tasks, and interviews.

Is state domicile or language requirements needed?

Defence jobs usually have All India eligibility. Some paramilitary jobs may have region quotas; check each notification.

What is the medical standard for Defence jobs?

Medical standards are rigorous. Candidates should not have any chronic disease. Eyesight and hearing must meet standards, no significant deformity or flat feet (exceptions for civilian/clerical posts).

Are there any opportunities for internal promotions and switching forces?

Yes, regular departmental exams, service length, and course qualifications offer promotions, deputations, and even inter-force transfers (per rules).