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(Exam Info) Indian Army Soldiers Technical Exam

Indian Army Soldiers Technical Exam

The Indian Army is an excellent source of skilled manpower. Every year Indian army recruits lakhs of young people to its different wings through different examination. Indian Army Soldiers (Technical) M.E.R. Examination is one of them. This examination is held four times a year.

Recruitment Procedure:

a Checking of documents.
b Physical measurements.
c Physical fitness test.
d Medical examination.
e Written examination.
f Preparation of merit list.
g Enrolment and Dispatch of selected candidates in order of merit to Centres.

Eligibility Criteria:

Nationality: Unmarried Indian male citizens (including those of Nepal) are eligible.

Age: 17½-23 Years 

Educational Qualification: 10+2/ Intermediate exam passed in Science with Physics, Chemistry, Maths and English.  No weightage for higher qualification.

*** Dispensation of educational qualification as per the rules.

Physical Standards

Region wise minimum physical standards are as follows -

Region States Height (Cms) Weight (Kgs) Chest (Cms)
Western  Himalayan Region J&K, HP, Punjab Hills (Area South & West of the Inter state Border between HP & Punjab and North and east of road of Mukerian, Hoshiarpur, Garhshankar, Ropar ) Garhwal & Kumaon regions of Uttranchal. 166
163*
48 77
Eastern Himalayan Region Nagaland, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya , Assam , Arunachal Pradesh , Sikkim and Hill Region of West Bengal ( Darjeeling and Kalimpong Districts) 160

157*

48 77
Western Plains Region Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh , Delhi , Rajasthan and Western UP ( Meerut and Agra Division) 170 50 77
Eastern Plains Region Eastern UP, Bihar, West

Bengal and Orissa

169 50 77
Central  Region Madhya Pradesh, Chattisgarh, Gujarat Maharashtra, Dadar, Nagar-Haveli, Daman and Diu 168
167*

 

50 77
Southern  Region Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Goa And Pondicherry 165 50 77

Special Physical Standards :

Region- States - category

Height (Cms)

Weight (kgs)

Chest  (Cms)

Ladakhi 157 50 77
Gorkhas both Nepalese and Indians 160 48 77
Andaman, Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep Group including Minicoy :
Settlers 165 50 77
Locals 155 50 77
Tribals of recognized  areas 162 48 77
Brigade of the Guards 173 50 77
Med Arty 170 50 77
Corps Military Police 173 50 77
*Clerks GD/SKT 162 50 77

Soldier Tradesmen:  Normal Physical Standards given above minus 2 Cms height, 1 cm Chest and 2 Kgs weight.

*** Dispensation of physical standards as per the rules.

Medical Standards:

A candidate should have robust physique and good mental health. Chest should be well developed having minimum 5 Cms expansion. Should have normal hearing with each ear and good binocular vision in both eyes. He should be able to read 6/6 in distant vision chart with each eye. Colour vision should be CP-III. Should recognize red and green colours. Should have sufficient number of natural healthy gum and teeth i.e. minimum 14 dental points. Should not have disease like deformity of bones, hydrocele and varicocle or piles.

Physical Fitness Tests (PFT)

To determine the Physical Fitness, the following tests carrying 100 marks are held:-

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(Exam Info) Indian Army SGD Exams

Indian Army SGD Exams

Indian Army consist number of arms and services. The range of opportunity is very wide. Though there are hundreds of diverse activities in the defence services, but the real flavor lies with the soldiers who are on the general duty. For the recruitment of soldier for general dutyIndian Army conducts an exam namely Indian Army Soldier General Duty Examination. This examination is generally held four times in a year and advertised in the Employment News and other leading dailies.
 

Recruitment Procedure:

a Checking of documents.
b Physical measurements.
c Physical fitness test.
d Medical examination.
e Written examination.
f Preparation of merit list.
g Enrolment and Dispatch of selected candidates in order of merit to Centres.

Eligibility Criteria:

Nationality: Unmarried Indian citizens (including those of Nepal) are eligible.

Educational Qualification: SSLC/ Matric with 45% marks in aggregate. No % required if higher qualification.

*** Dispensation of educational qualification as per the rules.

Age: 17½-21 Years

Physical Standards

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(Exam Info) Indian Army Nursing Exams

Indian Army Nursing Exams


Every year Indian army recruits lakhs of young people to its different wings through different examination. Indian Army Soldiers Nursing Assistant (M.E.R) Examination is one of them. The examination is held four times a year and advertised in leading news papers and Employment New

Recruitment Procedure:

a

Checking of documents.

b

Physical measurements.

c

Physical fitness test.

d

Medical examination.

e

Written examination.

f

Preparation of merit list.

g

Enrolment and Dispatch of selected candidates in order of merit to Centres.

Eligibility Criteria:

Nationality: Unmarried Indian male citizens (including those of Nepal) are eligible.

Age: 17½-23 Years 

Educational Qualifications: SSLC/Matric (Maths, English & Biology)

Written Examination:

Eligible candidates will be required to appear for a written test. Common Entrance Examination (CEE) is conducted on 4th Sunday of Jan, Mar, May, Jul. Sep & Nov. for recruitment of Soldiers. It comprises of following two papers:

Paper-l :

It generally comprises of questions on IQ, Numerical ability, general knowledge and current affairs. Duration of papers is 60 minutes.

Total Marks 100 Pass Marks 32

Paper-II :

It generally comprises of Chemistry, Botany & Biology, Duration - 30 minutes.

Marks: 150. Pass marks-16.

In addition to paper 1 Sol Nursing Assistant has to qualify in their respective paper.

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(Exam Info) Indian Army JCO (Religious Teacher) Exams

Indian Army JCO (Religious Teacher) Exams

There are literally hundreds of diverse activities in the Indian Army. Accordingly, the nature of responsibilities also varies. Among these JCO (Religious Teacher) service is one. For the recruitment of JCO (Religious Teacher)Indian Army conducts an exam. The examination is held four times a year and is advertised in the Employment News and leading newspapers.

Recruitment Procedure:

a Checking of documents.
b Physical measurements.
c Physical fitness test.
d Medical examination.
e Written examination.
f Preparation of merit list.
g Enrolment and Dispatch of selected candidates in order of merit to Centres.

Eligibility Criteria:

Nationality: Unmarried male Indian citizens (including those of Nepal) are eligible.

Age:  
(i) Group 'X' - 20 to 25 Years
(ii) Group 'y' - 16-25 Years

Educational Qualifications:
(i) Group 'X' - Post Graduate/ Trained Graduate
(ii) Group 'y' - BA/B.Sc.(Matric with English & Maths)

*** Dispensation of educational qualification as per the rules.

Physical Standards

Region wise minimum physical standards are as follows -

Region States Height (Cms) Weight (Kgs) Chest (Cms)
Western  Himalayan Region J&K, HP, Punjab Hills (Area South & West of the Inter state Border between HP & Punjab and North and east of road of Mukerian, Hoshiarpur, Garhshankar, Ropar ) Garhwal & Kumaon regions of Uttranchal. 166
163*
48 77
Eastern Himalayan Region Nagaland, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya , Assam , Arunachal Pradesh , Sikkim and Hill Region of West Bengal ( Darjeeling and Kalimpong Districts) 160

157*

48 77
Western Plains Region Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh , Delhi , Rajasthan and Western UP ( Meerut and Agra Division) 170 50 77
Eastern Plains Region Eastern UP, Bihar, West

Bengal and Orissa

169 50 77
Central  Region Madhya Pradesh, Chattisgarh, Gujarat Maharashtra, Dadar, Nagar-Haveli, Daman and Diu 168
167*

 

50 77
Southern  Region Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Goa And Pondicherry 165 50 77

Special Physical Standards

Region- States - category

Height (Cms)

Weight (kgs)

Chest  (Cms)

Ladakhi 157 50 77
Gorkhas both Nepalese and Indians 160 48 77
Andaman, Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep Group including Minicoy :
Settlers 165 50 77
Locals 155 50 77
Tribals of recognized  areas 162 48 77
Brigade of the Guards 173 50 77
Med Arty 170 50 77
Corps Military Police 173 50 77
*Clerks GD/SKT 162 50 77

Soldier Tradesmen:  Normal Physical Standards given above minus 2 Cms height, 1 cm Chest and 2 Kgs weight.

*** Dispensation of physical standards as per the rules.

Medical Standards

A candidate should have robust physique and good mental health. Chest should be well developed having minimum 5 Cms expansion. Should have normal hearing with each ear and good binocular vision in both eyes. He should be able to read 6/6 in distant vision chart with each eye. Colour vision should be CP-III. Should recognize red and green colours. Should have sufficient number of natural healthy gum and teeth i.e. minimum 14 dental points. Should not have disease like deformity of bones, hydrocele and varicocle or piles.

Physical Fitness Tests (PFT)

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(Exam Info) Indian Army JCO (Catering) Exams

Indian Army JCO (Catering) Exams


The Indian Army consist various arms divisions and services. Among these catering service is one. For the recruitment of JRO (Catering), Indian Army conducts an exam namely Junior Commissioned Officers (Catering) Exam. The examination is held four times a year and is advertised in the Employment News and leading newspapers.

Recruitment Procedure:

a Checking of documents.
b Physical measurements.
c Physical fitness test.
d Medical examination.
e Written examination.
f Preparation of merit list.
g Enrolment and Dispatch of selected candidates in order of merit to Centres.

Eligibility Criteria:

Nationality: Unmarried male Indian citizens (including those of Nepal) are eligible.

Age:  21-27 Years

Educational Qualifications: 10+2 with science and one Year cookery diploma/certificate from a recognized Food Craft Institute.

*** Dispensation of educational qualification as per the rules.

Physical Standards: Region wise minimum physical standards are as follows:-

Physical Standards

Region wise minimum physical standards are as follows -

Region States Height (Cms) Weight (Kgs) Chest (Cms)
Western  Himalayan Region J&K, HP, Punjab Hills (Area South & West of the Inter state Border between HP & Punjab and North and east of road of Mukerian, Hoshiarpur, Garhshankar, Ropar ) Garhwal & Kumaon regions of Uttranchal. 166
163*
48 77
Eastern Himalayan Region Nagaland, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya , Assam , Arunachal Pradesh , Sikkim and Hill Region of West Bengal ( Darjeeling and Kalimpong Districts) 160

157*

48 77
Western Plains Region Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh , Delhi , Rajasthan and Western UP ( Meerut and Agra Division) 170 50 77
Eastern Plains Region Eastern UP, Bihar, West

Bengal and Orissa

169 50 77
Central  Region Madhya Pradesh, Chattisgarh, Gujarat Maharashtra, Dadar, Nagar-Haveli, Daman and Diu 168
167*

 

50 77
Southern  Region Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Goa And Pondicherry 165 50 77

Special Physical Standards

Region- States - category

Height (Cms)

Weight (kgs)

Chest  (Cms)

Ladakhi 157 50 77
Gorkhas both Nepalese and Indians 160 48 77
Andaman, Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep Group including Minicoy :
Settlers 165 50 77
Locals 155 50 77
Tribals of recognized  areas 162 48 77
Brigade of the Guards 173 50 77
Med Arty 170 50 77
Corps Military Police 173 50 77
*Clerks GD/SKT 162 50 77

Soldier Tradesmen:  Normal Physical Standards given above minus 2 Cms height, 1 cm Chest and 2 Kgs weight.

*** Dispensation of physical standards as per the rules.

Medical Standards

A candidate should have robust physique and good mental health. Chest should be well developed having minimum 5 Cms expansion. Should have normal hearing with each ear and good binocular vision in both eyes. He should be able to read 6/6 in distant vision chart with each eye. Colour vision should be CP-III. Should recognize red and green colours. Should have sufficient number of natural healthy gum and teeth i.e. minimum 14 dental points. Should not have disease like deformity of bones, hydrocele and varicocle or piles.

Physical Fitness Tests (PFT)

To determine the Physical Fitness, the following tests carrying 100 marks are held:-

(a) 1 Mile Run
(b) Pull Ups
(c) Balance
(d) 9 Feet Ditch

Marking system is as follows:-

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(Exam Info) Indian Army Havildar Education

Indian Army Havildar Education

Indian Army conducts Indian Army Havildar Education Examination. The examination is held four times a year and is advertised in the Employment News and leading news papers.

Recruitment Procedure:

a Checking of documents.
b Physical measurements.
c Physical fitness test.
d Medical examination.
e Written examination.
f Preparation of merit list.
g Enrolment and Dispatch of selected candidates in order of merit to Centres.

Eligibility Criteria:

Nationality: Unmarried male Indian citizens (including those of Nepal) are eligible.

Age:  
(i) Group 'X' - 20 to 25 Years
(ii) Group 'y' - 16-25 Years

Educational Qualifications:
(i) Group 'X' - Post Graduate/ Trained Graduate
(ii) Group 'y' - BA/B.Sc.(Matric with English & Maths)

*** Dispensation of educational qualification as per the rules.

Physical Standards

Region wise minimum physical standards are as follows -

Region States Height (Cms) Weight (Kgs) Chest (Cms)
Western  Himalayan Region J&K, HP, Punjab Hills (Area South & West of the Inter state Border between HP & Punjab and North and east of road of Mukerian, Hoshiarpur, Garhshankar, Ropar ) Garhwal & Kumaon regions of Uttranchal. 166
163*
48 77
Eastern Himalayan Region Nagaland, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya , Assam , Arunachal Pradesh , Sikkim and Hill Region of West Bengal ( Darjeeling and Kalimpong Districts) 160

157*

48 77
Western Plains Region Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh , Delhi , Rajasthan and Western UP ( Meerut and Agra Division) 170 50 77
Eastern Plains Region Eastern UP, Bihar, West

Bengal and Orissa

169 50 77
Central  Region Madhya Pradesh, Chattisgarh, Gujarat Maharashtra, Dadar, Nagar-Haveli, Daman and Diu 168
167*

 

50 77
Southern  Region Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Goa And Pondicherry 165 50 77

Special Physical Standards

Region- States - category

Height (Cms)

Weight (kgs)

Chest  (Cms)

Ladakhi 157 50 77
Gorkhas both Nepalese and Indians 160 48 77
Andaman, Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep Group including Minicoy :
Settlers 165 50 77
Locals 155 50 77
Tribals of recognized  areas 162 48 77
Brigade of the Guards 173 50 77
Med Arty 170 50 77
Corps Military Police 173 50 77
*Clerks GD/SKT 162 50 77

Soldier Tradesmen:  Normal Physical Standards given above minus 2 Cms height, 1 cm Chest and 2 Kgs weight.

*** Dispensation of physical standards as per the rules.

Medical Standards

A candidate should have robust physique and good mental health. Chest should be well developed having minimum 5 Cms expansion. Should have normal hearing with each ear and good binocular vision in both eyes. He should be able to read 6/6 in distant vision chart with each eye. Colour vision should be CP-III. Should recognize red and green colours. Should have sufficient number of natural healthy gum and teeth i.e. minimum 14 dental points. Should not have disease like deformity of bones, hydrocele and varicocle or piles.

Physical Fitness Tests (PFT)

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(Exam Info) IAF Women Pilot Trainees Examination

IAF Women Pilot Trainees Examination

During the nineties Indian society saw an increasing demands for greater participation of women in all fields, including Defence Services. In recognition of the demand, the IAF initiated a case for obtaining the necessary sanction from the government. In June 1990, the Government of India approved the sanction of women in the officer cadre of non-technical, ground Duty Branches, viz, administration and logistics. Also, a number of representations were received from qualified women pilots for opening the doors of entry to the Flying Branch of IAF. As a sequel to the enthusiasm generated, the IAF approached the Government for a favourable consideration of the case. In August 1992, the Government approved the induction of women in Flying and Technical Branches on an experimental basis with a tenure ranging from six to ten years.

Eligibility Criteria:

Minimum Educational Qualification

Graduate with Physics and Maths at 10 + 2 level. Should not have failed in Pilot Aptitude Battery Test.

OR Senior Division Air Wing 'C' Certificate.

OR BE (four years)

Examination Pattern:

Only short-listed candidates will be called for SSB Test. The potential to be an officer will be tested through Psychological Test, Group Test and Interview spread over 5-6 days at one of the Air Force Selection Boards located at Dehradun, Mysore and Varanasi. Medical Examination will be conducted, Bangalore. Those selected will undergo training of 72 weeks.

Tentative Dates:

The exam is generally held in the month of January and July

Application Forms

Candidates should apply in the prescribed format and to the address as mentioned in the advertisement issued by the recruiting authority. Candidates holding Senior Division Air Wing 'C' Certificate are to apply through respective Air Squadron or candidate can post their application to Headquarters SSC (W) F (P), Post Bag No.001, DHQ Post Office, New Delhi-110001 by the specified date.

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(Exam Info) IAF Pilots Examination

IAF Pilots Examination

Career in IAF as a pilot is very challenging and rewarding one. After selection one is trained either as a Fighter pilot, or a Helicopter pilot, or a Transport pilot and are a part of various peace and wartime missions. As a graduate, you can enter into the Flying branch of Air Force through the Air Force Academy. It is one of the most prestigious training establishments of the Indian Air Force.

Eligibility Criteria :

Age limit: 19 to 23 years on the 1st of the month of commencement of the course.

Educational Qualification: B.Sc. (Physics/Maths) 3 years or B.E. 4 years or B.Sc. (General) 3 years with Physics and Maths. The candidate should not have failed INS-B/PAB Test earlier. Should not have been suspended in Flying Training earlier.

Physical Eligibility

For Male:

(a) Height: 162.5 cms
(b) Leg Length: Not less than 99 cms and not more than 128 cms,
(c) Chest: fully expanded chest should not be less than 82 cms with 5 cms expansion.

For Female:
(a) Height: 162.5 cms
(b) Leg Length: Between 99 cms and 120 cms.

Note: The candidates who wear glasses habitually or are colour/night blind are not eligible and hence need not apply.

Examination Pattern :

Tests consist of: Written Examination, Physical Fitness Test (PFT) and Interview.

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(Exam Info) IAF Commissioned Officers Examination

IAF Commissioned Officers Examination

The job of an IAF Commissioned Officer is a lucrative one. As an officer in the Indian Air Force you strategize, lead and manage. The candidates are selected through a national level Civil Services IAF Officer’s Examination. This exam is basically conducted for recruitment of officers into administrative, logistic, education, accounts, meteorological and air traffic branches of the IAF. After the selection the candidates go for rigorous training in diversified fields and environments. The training gives them enough expertise to face any challenges in future.

Eligibility Criteria:

Administrative & Logistics Branch:

• Graduate 1 Class - Age: 20-23 years
• OR Post-Graduate/MBA/PGDBA I OR II Class - Age: 20-25 years
• OR LLB three-year (or 5 years) course I or II Class - Age: 20-26 years. (Or 20 to 25 years).
• LLB candidates are eligible to apply for Administrative Branch only.

Education Branch:

Post-Graduate in English/Psychology/Defence Studies/Maths/ Physics/Statistics/Computer Science - I or II Class.
• OR BE - I or II Class.
• OR MBA with a combination of minimum of two subjects of Physics, Maths, Statistics, English, Psychology, Defence Studies at B.A./B.Sc. level- I or II Class.

Age: 11-25 years.

Accounts Branch:

• B.Com. / B.Com. (Hons) in I Division - Age: 20-25 years
• OR B.Com in I / II Division - Age: 20-25 years
• OR B Com. / M.Com. with AICWA / Chartered / Registered or Incorporated Accountant - Age: 20-27 years.

Meteorological Branch:

M.Sc. Degree in
(i) Physics,
(ii) Applied Physical,
(iii) Meteorology,
(iv) Geophysics with Meteorology and Oceanography,
(v) Oceanography with specialization in Meteorology,
(vi) MA/MSc in Maths or Applied Mathematics,
(vii) M Tech in Atmosphere Sciences from IIT Delhi in I/II Class with Physics and Maths as subjects at BSc level

Age: 20-25 years.

Note: Age is reckoned as on the date of commencement of course of the year of admission.

Reservation of Seats

10% vacancies are reserved for NCC candidates holding other eligibility conditions and passed Air Wing 'C' certificate examination.

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(Exam Info) IAF Aeronautical Engineering Officers Exam

IAF Aeronautical Engineering Officers Exam

In Indian Air-force aeronautical engineering is divided into two branches - mechanical and electrical. Aeronautical Engineers in the Mechanical Branch are responsible for aircraft and its weapon system. They are concerned with the operational readiness of aircrafts. Aeronautical Engineers in the Electronic Branch maintain most sophisticated electronic networks of communications from ground to air and vice versa. Engineers also install, maintain, operate defence radar systems, other electronic gadgets, sophisticated computers, maintain and operate other ground defence electronics equipments.

Eligibility Criteria:

Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics)

Age: 18 to 28 years
Marital Status: Single
Nationality: Indian
Gender: This is applicable to both men and women.

Educational Qualification:
First Division High on merit of valid GATE scores of 70% and above in following subjects:-

  • BE/ B tech (Electronics)/Telecommunication / Electrical / Electrical / Electrical Communication / Electronics Communication / Instrumentation / Computer Science and Engineering or a combination of these subjects.
  • Diploma in Electronics of Madras Institute of Technology.
  • B Tech in Radio Physics and Electronics/Optics and Opt Electronics/Optics and Opto Electronics.
  • Section A & B Examination of the Associate membership examination of the Institute of Engineers (India) in Electricals, Electronics of Tele Communication subjects.
  • Graduate membership examination of the Institute of Electronic and Telecommunication Engineers with subjects of section A and full subjects of section B by actual studies (Maths, AppliedElectronics and Circuits, Principles of Communication Engineering transmission lines and networks.)
  • Section A and B of examination of Aeronautical society of India by actual studies in Avionics/Communication streams.
  • MCA with Maths, Physics and Electronic at graduation level & M Sc Tech in Electronics and Radio Engineering.
  • M Sc Degree in Physics (with Electronics), Electronics computer Science, Computer Application.
Aeronautical Engineering (Mechanical)

Age: 18 to 28 years
Marital Status: Single
Nationality: Indian
Gender: This is applicable to both men and women.

Educational Qualification:
You should have a First Division High on merit or valid GATE score of 70% and above in the following-
  • BE/B Tech in Aeronautical/Mechanical/Production/Industrial production or a combination of these subjects.
  • Section A and B of associate membership examination of Institution of Engineering (India) with Mechanical/Aeronautical subjects by actual studies.
  • Section A and B of associate membership examination of the Aeronautical society of India with Group I(Design and Production) or Group II(Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul) subjects by actual studies.

Admission Procedure:

The selection procedure remains same and uniform standards are applicable for all. The processes are like this:

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(Exam Info) Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS Exam)

Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS Exam)

Defence services are for those young and courageous individuals who nurture a patriotic sentiment and who have dedicated their lives to defending their country and its people. A candidate with the above sentiments can join the nation’s defence services after taking the Combined Defence Services Examination.

Combined Defence Services Examination is conducted by UPSC twice every year in the months of February and September for recruitment to officer cadre of the Army, Navy and Air force.

The finally selected candidates are sent to one of the following institutes for training:

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(Exam Info) National Defence Academy Examination (NDA Exam)

National Defence Academy Examination (NDA Exam)

The National Defence Academy (NDA) founded in 1957, is a premier Inter Service training institution where future cadets are trained. The training involves an exacting schedule of 3 years before the cadets join their respective Service Academies, viz. Indian Military Academy, Naval Academy and Air Force Academy.

The examination of the National Defence Academy is conducted by UPSC twice a year, after which the selected candidates are sent to National Defence Academy for training.

Courses and Wings:

Army Training Team: The specialised service training for Army Cadets is imparted by this Team. The senior Army Battalion Commander is also the Senior Instructor for the Army Training Team. The cadets are taught section level tactics and basic operations of war, like patrolling, ambush and map reading.

Naval Training Team: The specialised service training for Naval Cadets is imparted by this Team. The senior Naval Battalion Commander is the Senior Instructor for the Naval Training Team. All Naval cadets undergo practical training of sailing at Peacock Bay, which is fully equipped to train naval cadets on all the aspects of Boat handling, Wind Surfing, Rowing and other related areas.

• Air Force Training Team: The specialised service training for Air Force Cadets is imparted by this Team. The senior Air Force Battalion Commander is the Senior Instructor for the Air Force Training Team. All Air Force cadets undergo practical training of gliding. AFTT is fully equipped to provide about 12 launches to each Air force cadet before he joins the Air Force Academy.

Eligibility:

Age: 16½ to 19 years.

Marital Status and gender: Unmarried male candidates

Educational Qualification:

(i) For Army wing of National Defence Academy :- 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination conducted by a State Education Board or a University.

(ii) For Air Force and Naval Wings of National Defence Academy and for the 10+2 (Executive Branch) Course at the Naval Academy :- 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent with Physics and Mathematics conducted by a State Education Board or a University.

Candidates who are appearing in the 12th Class under the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination can also apply for this examination.

Nationality - A candidate must be either

(i) a citizen of India, or
(ii) a subject of Bhutan, or
(iii) a subject of Nepal, or
(iv) a Tibetan refugee who came over to India before the 1st January, 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or
(v) a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, the East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zambia, Malawi, Zaire and Ethiopia and Vietnam with the intention of permanently setting in India).

Provided that a candidate belonging to categories (ii), (iii), (iv) and (v) above shall be a person in whose favour a certificate ofeligibility has been issued by the Government of India. However, the certificate of eligibility will not be necessary in the case of Gorkha subjects of Nepal.

Physical Fitness: Candidates must be physically fit according to the prescribed physical standards. For more details, please refer to www.upsc.gov.in or the Entrance Notification.

Examination - Pattern :

An NDA aspirant would have to undergo the following three stages before getting admission at the National Defence Academy.

Stage I: Written Examination held by the UPSC

The subjects of the written examination, the time allowed and the maximum marks allotted to each subject will be as follows:–

Subject Code Duration Maximum Marks
Mathematics 01 2-½ Hours 300
General Ability Test 02 2-½ Hours 600
Total 900

Note: The papers in all the subjects will consist of objective type questions only. The
question papers (test booklets) of mathematics and part-B of General Ability Tests will be set bilingually in Hindi as well as English.

Stage II: An interview by the Service Selection Board to assess a candidate's officer potentialities (Intelligence and personality test). – 900 marks

Intelligence and Personality test : In addition to the interview the candidates will be put to Intelligence Tests both verbal and non-verbal, designed to assess their basic intelligence. They will also be put to Group Tests such as group discussions, group planning, outdoor group tasks, and asked to give brief lectures on specified subjects. All these tests are intended to judge the mental calibre of a candidate. In broad terms, this is really an assessment of not only his intellectual qualities but also his social traits and interests in current affairs.

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(Exam Info) IAF Musician Trade Examination

IAF Musician Trade Examination

If you join the Air Force as an airman in non-technical trades, you will provide invaluable assistance and support to the various functions of the Indian Air Force. The Non-Technical Trades have been divided into three categories -Combatant Group 'X', Combatant Group 'Y' and Combatant Group 'Z'. IAF Musician Trade comes under Group 'Z'. Airmen in the capacity of musicians make up the Air Force Band. The nature of job is to play different musical instruments in IAF. For the recruitment of musician IAF is conducting an exam namely IAF Musician Trade.

Eligibility Criteria:

Age: 17 to 35 years.

Educational Qualification:
Candidate should be able to read and write English and should have knowledge of Elementary Arithmetic and should be proficient at playing any of the following instruments: Trumpet / Bass / Violin / Saxophone / Clarinet / Euphonium / jazz Drum / Piccolo / Bass Trombone / Key Board.

Physical Standards:

  1. Height - 167 cms.
  2. Chest :
    (i) Minimum expanded chest should be 75 cms.
    (ii) Minimum range of expansion 5 cm.
  3. Vision - At least 6 / 12 in each eye with glasses or 6 / 6 in one eye and 6/36 in other eye with glasses.
  4. Generally free from all communicable diseases.

No Cardio Vascular, Surgical deformities or infection of the ears. No history off psychiatric ailment.

GENERAL: 

(Exam Info) IAF Airman Technical Trade Examination

IAF Airman Technical Trade Examination

As an airman under the Technical Trades, one is involved in the maintenance and testing of aircraft and flying related equipment. He is also directly or indirectly involved in the maintenance and overhaul of ground equipment and armament. Training is given to undertake the operation of all mechanical and electrical systems as an airman’s responsibilities can involve handling sophisticated specialist vehicles.

The Technical Trades have been grouped under the following Combatant Groups:

Combatant Group 'X'
Combatant Group 'Y'

• Combatant Group 'X'

The following are the various technical trades under Group 'X' :

• RADIO FITTER
• RADAR FITTER
• MISSILE FITTER (E)
• MISSILE FITTER (L)
• MISSILE FITTER (M)
• WORKSHOP FITTER (B)
• WORKSHOP FITTER (C)
• INSTRUMENT FITTER
• ELECTRICAL FITTER
• AIRFRAME FITTER
• PLANT MAINTENANCE FITTER (E)
• PLANT MAINTENANCE FITTER (M)
• ENGINE FITTER
• WEAPON FITTER

Combatant Group 'Y'

The following are the various technical trades under Group 'Y' :

• PHOTO TECHNICIAN
• SAFETY EQUIPMENT WORKER
• MACHINIST
• MECHANICAL TRANSPORT TECHNICIAN
• AIR DEFENCE SYSTEM OPERATOR
• RADIO TECHNICIAN
• METEOROLOGICAL ASSISTANT

Examinations are held twice every year in the months of August/September or April/May for the courses commencing in the months of January and July.

Eligibility Criteria :

'X' Technical Cadre

Age Limit: 16-22 years

Educational Qualification: Passed Intermediate/10+2/Equivalent examination with Mathematics, Physics and English with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate. OR Three year Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/ Electrical/ Electronics/ Automobile/ Computer Science/ Instrumentation Technology) from a Government recognised Polytechnic/Institute.

'Y' Technical Cadre

Age: 16-20 years

Educational Qualification: Passed Matriculation/Equivalent examination with English and a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate.

Physical Standards for 'Y' Technical/'X' Technical Cadre

(a) Minimum Height: 152.5 cms (for Mechanical Transport Driver- 165 cms with minimum leg length of 99 cms);

(b) Chest: Expanded chest measurement should not be less than 75 cms with minimum range of expansion of 5 cms;

(c) 1. Vision: For Technical Trades: Aided visual acuity of at least 6/12 in each eye with glasses or 6/6 in one eye and 6/36 in the worse eye. Myopia not exceeding 7D in any meridian Colour vision: Normal/Defective Safe CP2/CP3. Candidates should be physically and mentally fit to serve anywhere in the world For Non-Technical Trades: Visual acuity of at least 6/12 in each eye withglasses or 6/6 in one eye and 6/36 in other eye without glasses and correctable to 6/6 in each eye with glasses. For Mechanical Transport Driver: At least 6/36 (each eye) without glasses correctable to 6/6 and 6/9 with glasses. Hearing-able to hear forced whisper at 600 cms.

Vision:

For Technical Trades: Aided visual acuity of at least 6/12 in each eye with glasses or 6/6 in one eye and 6/36 in the worse eye. Myopia not exceeding 7D in any meridian.

Colour vision: Normal/Defective Safe CP2/CP3.

Candidates should be physically and mentally fit to serve anywhere in the world.

For Non-Technical Trades: Visual acuity of at least 6/12 in each eye with glasses or 6/6 in one eye and 6/36 in other eye without glasses and correctable to 6/6 in each eye with glasses.

For Mechanical Transport Driver: At least 6/36 (each eye) without glasses correctable to 6/6 and 6/9 with glasses.

Hearing- Able to hear forced whisper at 600 cms.

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(Exam Info) IAF Airman Non-Technical Trade Examination

IAF Airman Non-Technical Trade Examination

If you join the Air Force as an airman in non-technical trades, you will provide invaluable assistance and support to the various functions of the Indian Air Force. From weather forecasting to maintenance of records and files, your contribution is seminal to the effective functioning of the Air Force and all its branches. I.A.F. Airman (Non-Technical Trades) Exam is conducted for Indian male citizens. The selection process for this non-technical course commences twice a year: first from January to June and second from July to December.

For the courses commencing in the month of January, the exams are held in the month of August/September of the preceding year and for the courses commencing in July, exams are held in the month of April or May of the same year.

Eligibility Criteria :

Age: 16½ years to 19½ years on the first day of the month in which the course is commencing. Upper age limit is relaxable by two years in technical trades for those who have passed Intermediate/equivalent examination or completed 3 years diploma course in Engineering.

Educational Qualification: A candidate should have passed Matriculation or its equivalent examination with English as compulsory subject and minimum of 45 per cent marks in aggregate with pass marks in English. For Mechanical Transport Driver Trade there is no minimum percentage of marks.

Physical Standards:

i. Minimum Height: 152.5 cm.
ii. Chest Expanded chest measurement should not be less than 75 cm with minimum range of expansion of 5 cm.
iii. Weight: Corresponding to height and age.
iv. Vision: At least 6/ 12 in each eye without glasses or 6/6 in better eye and 6/36 in the worse eye without glasses, correctible to 6/6 in each eye with glasses.
v. Normal hearing.
vi. General Health: Free from all communicable diseases and cardiovascular, medical or surgical deformities or infection

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(Exam Info) I.A.F. Airman (Educational Instructors Trade) Examination

I.A.F. Airman (Educational Instructors Trade) Examination

If you join the Air Force as an Educational Instructor, you will conduct classes and examinations. You will be trained to undertake the maintenance and administration of libraries, information rooms and schools and also provide invaluable assistance and support to the various functions of the Indian Air Force. The examination for the educational instructor trade is generally held twice a year and advertised in the Employment News and other leading newspapers.

Eligibility Criteria:

Age:

• Between 21 - 24 years of age
• Aspirants with M.A/M.Sc should be between 21 - 27 years (as on specified dates mentioned in the notification).

Educational Qualification: A candidate should have passed B.Sc. (Mathematics/Physics/Computer Science) with 50% marks and B.Ed. and M.A (English) / M.Sc. (Mathematics / Physics / Computer Science) with minimum IInd Class.

Physical Standards:

Minimum Height: 152.5 cms.

Chest: Minimum unexpanded chest should be 75 cms with minimum range of expansion of 5 cms.

Vision: Visual acuity at least 6/12 in each eye without glasses correctable to 6/6 in one eye and 6/36 in other eye with glasses. Myopia not exceeding 7 Dioptres in any meridian, Colour Vision: Defective unsafe (CP4). Normal Hearing and General Health free from all communicable diseases and medical or surgical deformities and no history of fits or psychiatric ailment.

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(Exam Info) SBI Clerical Grade Examination

SBI-Clerical Grade Examination

This examination is generally held annually to recruit the clerical cadre in State Bank of India and its associate banks.
Applications are invited for the following posts:

1. Clerk
2. Typist (English)
3. Steno (English)
4. Agricultural Clerks
5. Steno (Hindi)
6. Typist (English and Hindi)
7. Steno (English and Hindi)
8. Clerk-cum-Cashier
9. Clerk-cum-Godown Keeper
10. Data Entry Operators
11. Telephone Operators

Eligibility Criteria:

Age: Not below 18 years and not above 28 years. Relaxation in upper age limit: as per rules for specified categories including SC/ST/OBC etc.

Nationality: A candidate must be either a citizen of India or one holding eligibility certificates issued by the Government of India.

Minimum Educational Qualification

For the posts of Clerks and Typists

Bachelor's degree of a recognized University in any discipline or its equivalent recognized as such by the Central Government.

Or

Passed with 50% marks in aggregate in Higher Secondary Examination/(10+2) of 10+2+3 pattern/Eleventh Standard Examination of 11+3 pattern/Intermediate/Pre-University or its equivalent.
Or
Passed with 50% marks in aggregate in Diploma in Banking recognized by Central/State Government or U.T. Administration.
Or
Passed with 60% marks in aggregate in Matriculation/SSC (old pattern)/SSLC/ l0th standard of 10+2+3 pattern or equivalent.

For the posts of Stenographers, Data Entry Operators, Telephone Operators

A pass in Matriculation/SSC (old pattern) SSLC/ l0th standard examination of 10+2+3 pattern or equivalent.

For the posts of Agricultural Clerks

A degree or Diploma in Agriculture (including Agricultural Engineering) from a recognized University/Institution.
Or
Passed Higher Secondary/ 12th Standard of 10+2+3 pattern or Intermediate or equivalent examination with Agriculture as a subject with 50% marks for all candidates except SC/ST/OBC/XS/OBC/OH candidates in whose case the eligibility is a mere pass in these subjects.
Or
A Matriculation/SSC (l0th Standard) certificate in case of a Village Level Worker with a minimum of 3 years experience as Village level worker under a Government.

Additional Qualifications:

Applicants for the posts of Typists and Stenographers must have proficiency in Typing and Shorthand with the following minimum speed.

Hindi Typing 25 w.p.m.
English Typing 30 w.p.m
Hindi Shorthand 60 w.p.m. in Hindi shorthand in addition to minimum Hindi Typing speed of 25 w.p.m.
English Shorthand 80 w.p.m. in English shorthand in addition to minimum English Typing speed of 30 w.p.m

Examination Pattern:

Entrance examination involves two basic parts – Written Test and Interview.

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(Exam Info) Reserve Bank Grade 'A'/'B' Officers' Exam

Reserve Bank Grade 'A'/'B' Officers' Exam


Selection for this class I post is made on all- India basis by Reserve Bank of India services Board. The Board functions on the lines of UPSC and conducts various examinations for recruitment ofofficers' grade.

Eligibility Criteria:

Age: 21 and 26 years on the year of the examination. Candidates possessing M.Phil. / Ph.D. qualification, upper age limit will be 31 and 33 years respectively. Candidates having experience as an officer in Commercial Bank / Financial Institution in Public Sector, upper age limit should not exceed 33 years.

Upper Age limit relaxations for others are mentioned below:
 
Category Years of relaxation
SC / ST 5 years
OBC 3 years
Ex-employee of Banking institutions 5 years
Ex-servicemen 5 years
Emergency Commissioned Officers/Short Service Commissioned Officers 5 years
Candidates, earlier domiciled in Kashmir Division of the State of Jammu and Kashmir between 1st January, 1980 and 31st December, 1989. 5 years
PH (Gen.) 10 years
PH (OBC) 13 years
PH (SC/ST) 15 years

Educational Qualifications
A First Class Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 60% marks or an equivalent grade OR ii) A Second Class Master's Degree with a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent grade OR iii) A Doctorate Degree with 50% marks in Master's Degree or equivalent grade OR iv) Chartered / Cost Accountant / Company Secretary (ACS) with a Bachelor's Degree OR v) A Post Graduate Diploma in Management from IIM only.

SC / ST / PH candidates having second class with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade in Bachelor's Degree examination OR having a Post-graduate Degree or equivalent recognized qualification, are eligible to apply.

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(Exam Info) Probationary Officer’s Examination

Probationary Officer’s Examination

This examination is held by Central Recruitment Board (State Bank Group) (Madhuli, 2nd Floor, H/2 Shiv Nagar Estate, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai-400018) for recruitment of Probationary Officers in State Bank of India and its associates banks : State Bank of Bikaner & Jaipur, State Bank of Hyderabad, State Bank of Indore, State Bank of Mysore, State Bank of Patiala, State Bank of Suarastra, State Bank of Travancore. The coveted job of a Bank Officer is for those who qualify in the Bank Probationary Officers Examination conducted by the respective Banks.

Eligibility Criteria:

Age: The candidate should be between 21 and 30 years of age, as on 1st July of the year of examination.

Educational Qualification: A Degree from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of India. The candidate must possess the required educational qualification as on the date of application.

Presently, Computer literacy is a desired qualification in most of the cases.

Examination Pattern:

There are two stages of the examination that an aspirant needs to clear:-

Stage I: The Written Test consisting of Objective test and a Descriptive test.

Stage II: Interview

The Objective Test consisting of the following sections is set in English and Hindi:
    • Test of General Awareness: To find out the candidate's awareness of people and events, past and present from different walks of life.
    • Test of English Language: To assess proficiency in the English Language through questions on grammar, vocabulary, sentence completion, synonyms, antonyms, comprehension passages etc.
    • Test of Quantitative Aptitude: To measure how fast and accurate a candidate can handle computation, reasoning and interpretation of tables and graphs etc.
    • Test of Reasoning: To gauge the thinking and reasoning aptitudes of the candidates through questions of various kinds.

Negative Marking is done for this section for every wrong answer.

An approximate number of questions in each section and the suggested approximate time for solving each section are given below:
 
Objective test No. Of questions Suggested Approx Time
Test of General Awareness 50 25 minutes
Test of English Language 50 30 minutes
Test of Quantitative Aptitude 50 30 minutes
Test of Reasoning 75 50 minutes
Total No. of Questions 225 135 minutes

The Descriptive Test is a 45-minute paper set either in English or Hindi to measure a candidate's cognitive abilities such as comprehension and analysis of situations, generation of unique ideas or situations as well as language ability. Out of the four questions, three have to be answered on a given situation with answers to be restricted to the space provided in the question-cum-answer sheet.

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(Tips) Healthy habits for a healthy life

Healthy habits for a healthy life

If we form healthy habits from the start it will help us age with grace and have more energy and enjoy a better quality of life. Here are four ways to help you take charge of your health!
Exercise. Physical activity improves the functioning of the heart, lowers blood pressure, cholesterol and triglycerides, helps to control diabetes, provides an outlet for negative emotions like anger and also promotes restful sleep. Selecting an exercise program that you enjoy will make you consistent.

Forms of exercise:

Cardiovascular exercise: Cardiovascular exercise burns calories, promotes blood circulation and strengthens the heart. Eg. walking, swimming and cycling.

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