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Territorial Army Recruitment 2024 ( Territorial Army )

Anangsha Patra
Updated on Mar 29, 2024 11:20 IST

By Anangsha Patra, Deputy Manager – Editorial

Territorial Army Cut off 2024: The Territorial Army of Indian Army will release the Territorial Army cut off 2024 after the exam gets over. Candidates are required to secure at least 40 per cent separately in each section of both Paper 1 and 2. Candidates are also required to secure 50 per cent overall in each of the two papers of the written test. Territorial Army cutoff marks are decided on the basis of the minimum qualifying marks. Securing the cutoff marks determines if the candidates are shortlisted for the next round or not. On qualifying the written exam by securing Territorial Army cutoff marks, candidates are called for the PIB interview. Read below for details on Territorial Army cut off 2024.

Table of content
  • Factors Determining Territorial Army cut off
  • Territorial Army Exam Dates & Schedule
  • How to Check Territorial Army Cut Off?
  • Territorial Army Cut off
  • Territorial Army Result 2024
  • FAQs Related to Territorial Army Cutoff
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Factors Determining Territorial Army cut off

The cut off of Territorial Army is calculated based on the following factors:

  • The number of candidates who appeared in the exam
  • Total marks of the test
  • The difficulty level of exam
  • Total vacancies

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Territorial Army Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of Territorial Army 2024 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates

02 Dec '21

Declaration of result

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How to Check Territorial Army Cut Off?

The steps to check the cut off marks are given below:

  • Visit the official website
  • Click the cut off link on the home page
  • Enter the login details
  • The cut off marks appear on the screen
  • Check and download the cut off marks
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Territorial Army Cut off

To qualify each section of Paper 1 and 2, candidates need to secure separately 40 per cent and the overall average is 50 per cent. The section-wise and overall Territorial Army cutoff marks are given below.

Territorial Army Sectional Cut off 
Papers Sections Total Marks Qualifying Marks (In per cent)

Paper: I

Part 1- Reasoning

50

40 (i.e. 20 marks)

Part 2- Elementary Mathematics

50

40 (i.e. 20 marks)

Paper: II

Part 1- General Knowledge

50

40 (i.e. 20 marks)

Part 2- English

50

40 (i.e. 20 marks)

Territorial Army overall cutoff: In aggregate, candidates need to secure 50 per cent in each paper. Students overall need to secure at least 50 marks in each paper to qualify for the Territorial Army interview round.

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Territorial Army Result 2024

Territorial Army result is declared online on the official website. All registered candidates are required to appear for screening, which comprises the written exam and interview conducted by the Preliminary Interview Board (PIB). Before final selection, successful candidates are required to attend tests at the Service Selection Board (SSB) and Medical Board. Candidates who qualify the written test of PIB are required to bring the following documents in original along with the self-attested copies:

  • Territorial Army application form
  • All educational qualification certificates
  • Latest physical fitness certificate
  • Copy of identity proof with photographs
  • Domicile/residential proof
  • Age proof certificate
  • Service certificate by candidates employed in Central Govt/ Union Territory/ State/Semi Govt/ Private Sector and no objection certificate
  • Self-employed candidates are required to submit an affidavit
  • Latest income proof from the appropriate authority
  • Employees of railways are required to submit No Objection Certificate (NOC)

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FAQs Related to Territorial Army Cutoff

Candidates can check below Territorial Army cut off FAQs.

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Q:   Is Territorial Army a permanent job?

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The details related to the Territorial Army exam are given below:

  • Territorial Army is part time concept with mandatory two months of training in a year and does not provide full time career.
  • Serving in Territorial Army do not guarantee pension and the same is subject to embodied service as per organisational requirements.
  • Commission is granted in the rank of Lieutenant
  • Pay and Allowances and privileges will be the same as Regular Army Officers when embodied for training and military service
  • Promotions upto Lt Col by time scale subject to fulfilling laid down criteria. Promotion to Colonel and Brigadier by selection
  • Officers commissioned in the Territorial Army may be called out for military service for a longer duration depending on the requirement.
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Q:   What is the salary of the Territorial Army?

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Salary of the Territorial Army; 1- Lieutenant: Level 10 Pay Matrix: INR 56,100 to INR 1,77,500 Military Service Pay: INR 15,500 2- Captain: Level 10A Pay Matrix: INR 6,13,00 to INR 1,93,900 Military Service Pay: INR 15,500 3- Major: Level 11 Pay Matrix: INR 6,94,00 - 2,07,200 Military Service Pay: INR 15,500 4- Lt Colonel: Level 12A Pay Matrix: INR 1,21,200 - 2,12400 Military Service Pay: INR 15,500 5- Colonel: Level 13 Pay Matrix: INR 1,30,600- 2,15,900 Military Service Pay: INR 15,500 6- Brigadier: Level 13A Pay Matrix: INR 1,39,600-2,17,600 Military Service Pay: INR 15,500 For more information, visit the Shiksha Territorial Army page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/territorial-army-exam). I hope this will help you.
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Q:   How do I prepare for the Territorial Army exam?

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Territorial Army Preparation Tips: 1- The level of Logical Reasoning questions asked in the exam will be of graduation level. Therefore, students must have a thorough understanding of the basics of Logical Reasoning. 2- The standard of Elementary Maths will be of Class 10 level. So, focus on the Maths topics from the primary and secondary level of school. 3- For English read books and magazines to improve your vocabulary. 4- Students must keep themselves updated with Current Affairs for at least six months. 5- Revise the Constitution, Indian politics, Sports, Science and Technology, and the topics of Static General Knowledge. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha Territorial Army recruitment page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/territorial-army-exam). I hope this will help you.
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Q:   What is the exam pattern for Territorial Army?

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Territorial Army Exam Pattern: TA exam pattern for Civilian posts is such that it is divided into screening, SSB, and medical board for final selection. The written exam is divided into 2 papers I. e. paper 1 and paper 2. Paper 1 comprises questions from Elementary Mathematics and Reasoning. Reasoning: Duration (In hours): 1 Total number of Questions: 50 Total Marks: 50 Elementary Mathematics: Duration (In hours): 1 Total number of Questions: 50 Total Marks: 50 Paper 2 comprises questions from English and General Knowledge. English; Duration (In hours): 1 Total number of Questions: 50 Total Marks: 50 General Knowledge: Duration (In hours): 1 Total number of Questions: 50 Total Marks: 50 The question paper of the Territorial Army comprises 200 objective-type questions. The total marks allotted to the written exam are 200. For more details, you may visit the Shiksha Territorial Army exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/territorial-army-exam). I hope this will help you.
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Q:   Which are the documents required at the time of Territorial Army SSB interview?

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The documents required at the time of the Territorial Army SSB interview are given below:

  • Application Form IAF (TA)-9 (Revised) Part-2 to be downloaded and fill it up in their own handwriting.
  • All educational qualification certificates (Matric onwards).
  • The latest physical fitness certificate from a registered MBBS Doctor.
  • Copy of Identity proof with photographs (Voter ID/PAN Card/ Passport/ Driving license etc.).
  • Domicile/ Residential proof.
  • Certificate for proof of age (Matric/ Senior Secondary mark sheet and certificate for verification of date of birth).
  • Service certificate by candidates employed in Central Govt/ Union Territory/ State/Semi Govt/ PSU Authenticated by Head Office along with salary certificate and No Objection Certificate by the department as per format given below.
  • Service certificate by candidates employed in the Private Sector Authenticated by the Head Office along with salary certificate and No Objection Certificate by the department as per format.
  • Self-employed candidates are required to submit an Affidavit on Non-Judicial stamp paper of minimum value duly attested stating the nature of employment and annual income along with a photocopy of PAN card and self-certified Character Certificate.
  • Candidates whose names vary in documents should submit a copy of the Gazette notification of India/ State showing the correct name or an affidavit duly supported by newspaper cuttings.
  • The latest income proof from the appropriate authority (i.e. Income Tax Revenue Department / Magistrate / Employer).
  • Copy of the latest Income Tax Return (ITR) filed.
  • Copy of PAN Card.
  • Copy of Aadhar Card.
  • Employees of Railways are required to submit a No Objection Certificate authenticated by the Railway Board.
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Q:   What are the books for the Territorial Army exam?

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A list of the section-wise books for the Territorial Army exam is mentioned below; 1- Books for Territorial Army Elementary Mathematics; 1- Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by Abhijit Guha. 2- Quantitative Aptitude by Sarvesh Verma. 3- Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by RS Aggarwal. 2- Books for Territorial Army Reasoning; 1- A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by RS Aggarwal. 2- How to crack the test of Reasoning by Arihant. 3- A New Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by BS Sijwali and Indus Sijwali. 4- Shortcuts in Reasoning for Competitive Exams by Odisha Experts. 5- Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey. 3- Books for Territorial Army English; 1- Wren & Martin High School English Grammar and Composition. 2- Objective General English by SP Bakshi. 3- Word Power Made Easy by Norman & Lewis. 4- Books for Territorial Army General Knowledge; 1- Pratiyogita Darpan. 2- Arihants General Knowledge by Manohar Pandey. 3- Manorama Yearbook 2020 by Mammen Mathew. 4- Lucents General Knowledge by Binay Karna and SP Suman. 5- Quick General Knowledge with Current Affairs by Odisha Publication. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha TA recruitment page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/territorial-army-exam). I hope this will help you.

Q:   What is the Territorial Army exam?

A: 
The TA (Indian Territorial Army is the second line of defense after the Regular Indian Army. The current role of the TA is to relieve the regular army from static duties and assist the civil administration in dealing with natural calamities and maintaining essentials. Students can join the Territorial Army as Officers and JCOs (Junior Commissioned Officers). The TA Officers (Non-Departmental) are done for Ex-Servicemen and Civilians. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha Territorial Army exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/territorial-army-exam). I hope this will help you.

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for Territorial Army?

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Territorial Army Eligibility Criteria: 1- Territorial Army Eligibility Criteria for Civilians; 1- Nationality: Applicants must be citizens of India. 2- Age Limits: The age of students should be between 18 and 42 years on the date of application. 3- Educational Qualifications: Students must have completed their graduation from a recognised university. 4- Physical Standards: Students must be physically and medically fit in all respects. 5- Employment status: Gainfully employed. 2- Territorial Army Eligibility Criteria for Ex-Servicemen; Only Ex-Service Officers can apply who are in the age group of 18 to 42 years can apply. Students must be a graduate and physically and mentally fit. Serving members of the Regular Army, Navy, Air Force, Police, GREF, Para Military, and other forces are not eligible. For more details, visit the Shiksha Territorial Army page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/territorial-army-exam). I hope this will help you.

Q:   What is Territorial Army syllabus?

A: 
Territorial Army Syllabus; Territorial Army Syllabus for Paper 1- Elementary Mathematics: Algebra Trigonometry Geometry, Arithmetic, Unitary Method, Elementary Number Theory, Mensuration Statistics. 2- Reasoning: Statements, Figures, Letters, Director Test, Figure Matrix, Odd One Out, Alphanumeric Series, Reasoning Analogies, Blood Relations, Coding-Decoding, Data Sufficiency, Statement, and Assumption, Decision Making, Deductive Statement Analysis, Syllogism, Statement, and Conclusion. Territorial Army Syllabus for Paper 2; 1- English Homophones, Grammar, Vocabulary, One Word Substitutions, Synonyms and Antonyms, Idioms And Phrases, Reading Comprehension, Spotting the Error, Fill in the blanks, Sentence Rearrangement and Para Jumbles, and Sentence Correction. 2- General Knowledge: Science, Economics, Political Science, History of India, Geography, Sports, Current Affairs everyday observation, Scientific Discoveries, and Miscellaneous. For more details, may visit the Shiksha TA exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/territorial-army-exam-syllabus). I hope this will help you.

Q:   What is the age limit for Territorial Army recruitment?

A: 
Territorial Army Age Criteria for Civilians: The age limit for Territorial Army recruitment of applicants should be between 18 and 42 years on the date of application. Territorial Army Age Criteria for Ex-Servicemen: Only Ex-Service Officers can apply who are in the age group of 18 to 42 years can apply. For more detailed information, you may visit the Shiksha Territorial Army exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/territorial-army-exam). I hope this will help you.

Q:   What is the Career Growth of the Territorial Army?

A: 
Career Growth of the Territorial Army; 1- Lieutenant: Level 10 Pay Matrix: INR 56,100 to INR 1,77,500 Military Service Pay: INR 15,500 2- Captain: Level 10A Pay Matrix: INR 6,13,00 to INR 1,93,900 Military Service Pay: INR 15,500 3- Major: Level 11 Pay Matrix: INR 6,94,00 - 2,07,200 Military Service Pay: INR 15,500 4- Lt Colonel: Level 12A Pay Matrix: INR 1,21,200 - 2,12400 Military Service Pay: INR 15,500 5- Colonel: Level 13 Pay Matrix: INR 1,30,600- 2,15,900 Military Service Pay: INR 15,500 6- Brigadier: Level 13A Pay Matrix: INR 1,39,600-2,17,600 Military Service Pay: INR 15,500 For more information, visit the Shiksha Territorial Army page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/territorial-army-exam). I hope this will help you.

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The Territorial Army (TA) exam pattern includes a written exam, an interview, an SSB, and a medical test. The written exam is divided into two papers, each with 100 multiple-choice questions. 

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