Prepare for Defence and Army Examination
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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Major Defence Army Exams Details
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Exam Name |
Main Post/Dept. |
Eligibility |
Selection Rounds |
Exam Pattern Highlights |
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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 |
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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 |
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Army GD Agniveer |
Soldier GD |
10th pass |
CEE, PFT, Medical, Docs |
Physical + written (CEE, MCQ) |
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BSF Head Constable |
HC (RO/RM/Clerk/Ministerial) |
12th/Grad/Steno (as per) |
Written, Skill, PET/PST, Medical |
Written (MCQ), Skill (typing/shorthand), PET |
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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 |
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AFCAT |
Air Force Officer (Flying, Tech) |
Graduate, 20–24 yrs |
Online Test, AFSB, Medical |
AFCAT: 100 Qs/300 marks, EKT (Tech only), -1 negative |
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Indian Navy Chargeman |
Chargeman (Technical) |
Degree/Diploma |
Written, Docs, Medical |
CBT (Objective), discipline-specific Qs |
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CISF Constable/Head Const. |
Constable, Head Constable |
10th/12th |
Written, PET/PST, Medical |
General Awareness, Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude |
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CAPF HCM/ASI |
HC Ministerial, Asst Sub-Inspect. |
12th pass/Graduation |
Written, Skill Test, Physical, Medical |
MCQ (GA, Reasoning, English), Skill (typing/steno) |
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Indian Navy Group C |
Group C Staff (Various) |
Varies (10th/12th/Grad) |
Written/Practical, Docs, Medical |
General/Discipline-based MCQ |
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CRPF Constable/HC/ASI |
Constable, Head Constable, ASI |
10th/12th/Diploma |
Written, PET/PST, Skill/Test, Medical |
Written (MCQ), Skill, PET |
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Indian Air Force Agniveer |
Agniveer Vayu |
12th Pass (Sc./Voc) |
STAR Exam, PFT, Adaptability, Medical |
Online Test: MCQ (Eng, Math, Physics), 60 min |
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Navy Tradesman Mate |
Tradesman Mate (Group C) |
10th pass |
Written, Docs, Medical |
MCQ: 100 Qs, Gen. Int., Math, Eng., GA, 90 min |
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Territorial Army Officer |
Officer (TA) |
Graduate, 18–42 yrs |
Written, Interview, Medical |
Reasoning, Elementary Math, English, GA |
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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 |
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Indian Navy SSR/AA/MR |
Sailor (SSR, AA, MR) |
12th/10th Pass |
Written, PFT, Medical |
MCQ: English, Science, Math, GK |
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Indian Coast Guard AC/Yantrik |
Officer, Technical |
Graduation/Diploma (Engg.) |
Written, PFT, Adapt, Interview, Medical |
Tech, GK, Engg. MCQs |
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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 |
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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).