Territorial Army Eastern Command Recruitment 2025 | Apply for 1169 Civilian Group ‘C’ Posts – MTS, Cook, Washerman & More

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Territorial Army Eastern Command Recruitment 2025

Civilian Group ‘C’ Notification – 1169 Vacancies

Territorial Army Eastern Command, under the Ministry of Defence (Government of India), has invited applications from eligible Indian citizens for 1169 Civilian Group ‘C’ posts in various trades such as MTS, Cook, Washerman, Tailor, Barber, Mess Waiter, and others.

Applications are to be submitted offline within 30 days from the date of publication in the Employment News.


Key Information at a Glance

Particular Details
Organization Territorial Army, Eastern Command
Total Vacancies 1169 Posts
Post Type Civilian Group ‘C’
Notification Release Date October 2025
Mode of Application Offline (By Post)
Job Location Across Eastern Command Units (India)
Selection Process Written Test + Skill/Trade Test
Official Website www.indianarmy.nic.in
Last Date to Apply Within 30 days from publication date

Click Here to Download Official Notification (PDF)
(Official PDF available on the Indian Army / Eastern Command portal.)


Vacancy Details (Total: 1169 Posts)

Sl. No Post Name Approx. Vacancies Pay Matrix (7th CPC) Remarks
1 MTS (Multi-Tasking Staff) 375 Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) Across all units
2 Cook 160 Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) Trade skill required
3 Washerman 95 Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) Physical test mandatory
4 Barber 87 Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) Experience preferred
5 Tailor 45 Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) Skilled trade post
6 Mess Waiter 110 Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) Hospitality work
7 Safaiwala / House Keeper 102 Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) Cleaning & maintenance
8 Other Trades (Clerk, Carpenter, Gardener, etc.) 195 As per post As per trade

(Post-wise distribution may vary per official PDF.)


Eligibility Criteria

Criteria Requirement
Nationality Indian Citizen
Age Limit 18 to 25 years (as on closing date)
Age Relaxation SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwBD: 10 years
Educational Qualification Matriculation (10th Pass) from recognized Board
Technical Qualification Trade/Skill Certificate as applicable for Cook, Tailor, Barber, etc.
Physical Fitness Must meet Army medical standards
Experience Desirable for trades like Cook, Barber, and Tailor

Selection Process

  1. Written Examination

    • Objective type paper covering:
      • General Intelligence & Reasoning
      • General Awareness
      • Numerical Aptitude
      • General English
  2. Trade/Skill Test

    • For posts like Cook, Tailor, Washerman, Barber, and others.
  3. Document Verification

    • Candidates must bring original documents for verification.

Final selection will be based on merit in written and trade tests.


Exam Pattern (Expected)

Subject Marks Duration
General Intelligence & Reasoning 25 2 Hours
Numerical Aptitude 25 2 Hours
General English 25 2 Hours
General Awareness 25 2 Hours
Total 100 Marks 120 Minutes

The exam will be objective type, with negative marking for incorrect answers.


How to Apply (Offline)

  1. Download and print the application form from the official notification.
  2. Fill it in capital letters with black or blue ink.
  3. Attach:
    • Self-attested copies of educational and experience certificates
    • Caste certificate (if applicable)
    • Two passport-size photographs
    • Self-addressed envelope with ₹25 postage stamp
  4. Send to the respective Unit/Station HQ address as mentioned in the notification.
  5. Super-scribe on the envelope:

APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ___ IN TERRITORIAL ARMY EASTERN COMMAND (CIVILIAN RECRUITMENT)

  1. Ensure application reaches within 30 days of publication in Employment News.

Required Documents Checklist


Postal Addresses

The postal address varies depending on the Territorial Army Unit under the Eastern Command Zone.
Eligible candidates should send applications to the respective Commanding Officer mentioned in the official PDF.

States under this Command include:
Assam, West Bengal, Nagaland, Mizoram, Manipur, Meghalaya, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim.


General Instructions


Important Dates

Event Date
Notification Release October 2025
Last Date to Apply Within 30 days from publication
Mode of Application Offline (By Post)
Selection Process Written Exam + Trade Test

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How many vacancies are available?

There are 1169 vacancies for Civilian Group ‘C’ posts under the Eastern Command.

2. What is the application mode?

Applications must be submitted offline via post.

3. What is the age limit?

18–25 years as on the closing date, with relaxation for reserved categories.

4. What is the selection process?

Selection includes a written exam, skill/trade test, and document verification.

5. What are the pay levels?

6. When is the last date to apply?

Within 30 days from the Employment News publication date.

7. Can female candidates apply?

Yes, female candidates are eligible for applicable civilian posts.


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