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Defence Jobs 2024: Latest Defence Jobs Notifications for Indian Army, Navy, IAF, Police & Other

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Check out the latest Defence Jobs 2024 in India with notifications for recruitment in Indian Army, Indian Navy, IAF, Police, Indian Coast Guards, CAPF and other organizations. Defence jobs are among the high paying jobs in the public sector. Although it has a risk factor, it is still a service of devotion, prestige, respect, and sacrifice. It is one of the most challenging, the reason that drives most youngsters to join the services. In this blog, we will discuss the various types of exams that can help students in joining the forces through different entry methods. Defence vacancies are announced and available for 10th pass, 12th pass, graduates, freshers and experienced professionals for its operations across India.

The India Defence Jobs are popular with vacancies announced regularly by top military and defence organization including Defence ministry, Indian Army, Indian Air Force, Indian Navy, Indian Coast Guard, Police & Other Central & State Govt organizations. Sarkarijobs.com keeps track of all Defence Jobs in India for convenience of jobseekers who wish to join the Armed forces – Below is the complete list of all Defence Jobs for the current year where you can find information on how you can apply and register for various opportunities:

Here are some of the popular entries listed for the defence exams;

National Defence Academy (NDA)

The NDA exam is conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) twice a year in April and September. Those students who are studying in class 12 or have completed can apply for the same. The NDA exam is a two-stage process;

• Offline test
• SSB interview

NDA is restricted to male candidates only.

Combined Defence Services (CDS)

The CDS exam is also conducted by UPSC, twice a year in August and October. Candidates those who have completed their graduation or are in the final year of graduation from a recognized university are permissible to apply. Women candidates can apply for OTA. The CDS exam is a two-stage process;

• Written test
• SSB interview

Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT)

Air Force Common Admission Test is conducted by the Indian Air Force with the help of C-DAC, twice a year in June and December. They will serve as Commissioned Officers in Flying, Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches. Ground Duty (Technical) branch candidates need to clear the following exams;

• Written test
• Engineering Knowledge Test (EKT)

Indian Coast Guard

Indian Coast Guard is one of the armed forces whose primary responsibility is to secure the territorial waters of the country. Candidates must be a qualified graduate from a recognized university and should meet the requirements for the exam. The exam for the Indian Coast Guard comprises of a two-stage process;

• Written test
• Interview

Central Armed Police Force (CAPF)

The Central Armed Police Force is conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) once a year. The Assistant Commandant Exam for UPSC CAPF is conducted for the recruiting personnel for the following paramilitary forces;

• Border Security Force (BSF)
• Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
• Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
• Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
• Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)

Potential candidates need to be a qualified graduate from a recognized university and miust fulfill the said conditions, to appear for the examination. The exam for any one of the Central Armed Police Force service comprises of a three-stage process;

• Written Test (Paper I & II)
• Physical / Medical Fitness Test
• Personal Interview

All applicants are also recommended to check all details eligibility criteria before applying for the examination in order to avoid complication during the entire process of recruitment for the services.

Indian Air Force (Group X & Y)

Indian Air Force (IAF) conducts an exam for the recruitment of Airmen under Group X & Y. These exams are mostly conducted twice a year in the months of March and September. The exams are conducted for the undergraduate level (10+2). The qualified Airmen from Group X and Y can also be promoted to the post of Commissioned Officers by qualifying the departmental examinations.

Defence Jobs Highlights

The Defence Jobs page at Recruitment Alerts highlights important information about latest recruitment notifications, admit card and exam details for aspirants who wish to join the various organizations including Indian Army, Navy, IAF, BSF, Police and other. You can learn about:

  • Defence Jobs Application Forms
  • Applying Process / How to Apply to Defence jobs
  • Important Dates

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Defence Jobs FAQs

What are defence jobs in India?

In India, defence jobs are all vacancies available in premier security organizations and agencies including Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, BSF, ICG, Assaf Rifles, CISF/CRPF, ITBP, NSG, SSB, Police and Other.

What is the education requirement for defence jobs?

To apply to defence jobs, you must be literate with at least 8th, 10th or 12th pass. Other than basic school certification, all aspirants who have ITI, Diploma, graduation, post graduation degrees and technical certification can apply to thousands and lacs of vacancies announced each year.

What is the eligibility criteria for defence jobs?

To be eligible to apply to defence jobs in India, you must be Indian national having required educational background. In addition to education, certain age limit and physical standards must be met in order to be eligible to apply. Please read each defence job notification in detail before you apply.

How can I apply to vacancies available at defence organizations?

Aspirants, who wish to join the Indian armed forces, can apply for defence jobs in India the official link provided on this page or visit the armed force official website. The step wise procedure to apply for defence jobs vacancies is also mentioned in the attached PDF released. Candidates should read the instructions carefully before applying for Indian defence recruitment.

What is the checklist before applying for Defence jobs?

Aspirants who want fill out online application form for current defence vacancies may check out this important checklist before applying. Please read the defence job official notification carefully before starting to apply. For each vacancy you may want to apply, please ensure:
– Age limit & age relaxation
– Education qualification & experience (if any)
– Selection process & Application fee
– Job location