Defense & Paramilitary Jobs 2026 — All Branches
Defense jobs cover commissioned officer entries into the Indian Army (IMA, OTA, TGC, JAG, NCC Special), Navy (Executive, Engineering, Education), and Air Force (AFCAT, NDA, CDS), along with Agniveer Soldier / Sailor / Airman entries. Paramilitary recruitment is handled by the SSC GD Constable, CAPF AC (UPSC), and direct CISF / BSF / CRPF / ITBP / SSB / Assam Rifles notifications.
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Defence recruitment runs through UPSC (NDA/CDS), Indian Army Joinindianarmy portal, Indian Navy & Indian Air Force career portals. Syllabi for technical entry, AFCAT and Agniveer are published on these portals.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Defense Jobs
Can a 12th pass apply for officer entry?
Yes. NDA & NA (UPSC) accepts Class 12 students aged 16.5-19.5 and trains them at the National Defence Academy, Pune for 3 years.
What is the Agniveer scheme?
Agniveer is a 4-year tenure recruitment into the Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force. After 4 years, 25% of each batch is retained as permanent regular cadre based on merit.
Is there a separate exam for the Coast Guard?
Yes. The Indian Coast Guard conducts independent recruitment for Navik (GD/DB) and Yantrik through joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in.
What is the medical standard for Defense jobs?
SHAPE-1 is the highest medical category. Most officer entries demand 6/6 vision (with strict limits on power correction), normal colour perception, no flat foot, and a minimum chest expansion of 5 cm.
Are women allowed in all defense roles?
Yes. Women now serve as permanent commissioned officers in the Army, Navy, and Air Force, including combat and flying branches (as fighter pilots since 2016).