If I want join indian army so should I join college
Hello there,
Yes,
joining college
can be very helpful if you want to
join the Indian Army
, depending on the path you choose. Here's a breakdown of the options:
1. After 10+2 (Without College)
You can join the Indian Army as an officer or soldier:
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NDA (National Defence Academy) : Appear for the UPSC NDA exam (only for male candidates).
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Technical Entry Scheme (TES) : For students with PCM in 12th (minimum 60% aggregate in PCM).
2. After Graduation (With College)
If you join college, more officer-level opportunities open up:
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CDS (Combined Defence Services) Exam – For both men and women after graduation.
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University Entry Scheme (UES) – For engineering students in their pre-final year.
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TGC (Technical Graduate Course) – For engineering graduates.
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NCC Special Entry – If you hold an NCC ‘C’ Certificate.
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SSC (Short Service Commission) – For technical and non-technical graduates.
3. As a Soldier (Jawan Level)
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Minimum qualification: 10th or 12th pass.
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Join through open rallies conducted by the Army Recruitment Office (ARO) in your area.
Recommendation:
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If your aim is to become an Army Officer , joining college is strongly advised , as most officer-level entries require graduation.
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You can also prepare for NDA in parallel if you're still eligible by age.
I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to ask. We will be happy to assist you.
Thank You and wishing you a bright future ahead.