Indian Army

Indian Military Academy (IMA) or Officers Training Academy (OTA) Entry:

Aspiring candidates can apply for the Combined Defense Services Examination (CDSE) conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for IMA or OTA entries.
After successfully clearing the examination, candidates go through a selection process including an interview conducted by the Services Selection Board (SSB).

National Defense Academy (NDA) Entry:

The NDA is a joint services academy where candidates can join after completing their 10+2 education.
The UPSC conducts the NDA examination, and successful candidates undergo a training program before joining the Indian Army.

Technical Entry Scheme (TES):

This entry scheme is for candidates who have completed their 10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) and are interested in the technical branch of the Indian Army.
The candidates undergo a selection process and training at the Indian Military Academy.

University Entry Scheme (UES):

UES allows pre-final year students of engineering to apply for a direct entry into the Indian Army for Permanent Commission.
The candidates are selected through campus interviews and undergo a two-year training program.

Short Service Commission (SSC) Entry:

SSC entry is for both men and women who wish to serve in the Indian Army for a short duration (up to 14 years, extendable up to 20 years).
Candidates can apply for various technical and non-technical positions based on their qualifications and interests.

Judge Advocate General (JAG) Entry:

JAG entry is for law graduates who want to join the Indian Army as legal officers.
They go through a selection process and training at the Officers Training Academy (OTA).

Army Education Corps (AEC) Entry:

AEC entry is for postgraduates, M.Phil, or Ph.D. holders in specific subjects to serve as education officers in the Indian Army.
Candidates undergo selection procedures and training at the OTA.

Non-Commissioned Officers (NCO) and Junior Commissioned Officers (JCO) Entry:

This entry is for individuals who want to join the Indian Army as soldiers (NCOs) or JCOs based on their qualifications and experience.

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History Of Indian Army

Post-Independence (1947):

After India gained independence in 1947, the British Indian Army was divided between India and Pakistan.
India's share formed the basis of the Indian Army, and the two countries' armies were separated along the newly established borders.

Indo-Pak Wars and Conflicts:

The Indian Army played a pivotal role in various conflicts with Pakistan, including the wars of 1947-48, 1965, 1971, and the Kargil War in 1999.

Modernization and Expansion:

In the post-independence era, the Indian Army focused on modernization and expansion. It acquired advanced weapons systems, artillery, tanks, and aircraft.
The Army also developed specialized units for counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency operations.

Missions:

The Indian Army has been actively involved in United Nations peacekeeping missions around the world. It is known for its contributions to maintaining peace and stability in various conflict zones.

Border Conflicts:

India has faced border conflicts with neighboring countries, most notably with China in 1962 and 2020, as well as ongoing tensions with Pakistan along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir.

Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR):

The Indian Army frequently participates in HADR operations, providing assistance during natural disasters and emergencies.

Challenges:

Today, the Indian Army continues to address modern security challenges, including insurgency, terrorism, and border disputes, while also focusing on modernization and training.