137 CETF Bn (TA) 39 Gorkha Rifles Recruitment 2026 for 161 Posts – Apply Offline for Ex-Servicemen Rally @ indianarmy.nic.in

137 CETF Bn (TA) 39 Gorkha Rifles Recruitment Rally 2026: Golden Opportunity for Ex-Servicemen & Ex-Women Employees

Latest Sarkari Naukri Notification 2026: The 137 Composite Ecological Task Force Battalion (Territorial Army) 39 Gorkha Rifles has officially announced the Recruitment Rally 2026 for 161 posts of JCO, Soldier GD, Clerk, and various trades. This is a golden opportunity for Ex-Servicemen and Ex-Women employees of MoEF&CC and State Forest Departments seeking re-employment. The rally is scheduled phase-wise from 05 May to 23 May 2026 across Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.

Table of Contents

• Quick Summary Box
• Why Apply for Territorial Army Jobs?
• Detailed Vacancy Breakdown
• Eligibility Criteria
• Rally Schedule & Important Dates
• How to Attend Recruitment Rally
• Selection Process
• Pay & Allowances
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Quick Summary Box

Why Apply for Territorial Army Recruitment 2026?

• Job Security: Re-employment under the Government of India with structured tenure (2 years extendable).
• Attractive Pay Scale: Basic Pay as per 7th CPC with Dearness Allowance and additional allowances.
• Career Growth: Opportunity to serve in ecological tasks and national projects.
• Exclusive for Ex-Servicemen: Priority recruitment for pension holders and ex-women forest employees.

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for 137 CETF Bn (TA) 39 Gorkha Rifles Recruitment 2026

Eligibility Criteria for Territorial Army Rally 2026

Educational Qualification & Experience

• Ex-Servicemen: Indian Domicile (Pension holder only).
• Ex-Women Employees: Including premature retiree from MoEF&CC or State Forest Department with minimum 20 years of service.
• Medical Category: SHAPE-1.
• Character: Exemplary / Very Good.

Physical Standards

• Height: Male: 160 cm (152 cm for Gorkhas, Garhwalis & Assamese); Female: 150 cm.
• Weight: Minimum 50 kg (Male), 42 kg (Female).
• Chest: Male: 82 cm (min expansion 5 cm); Female: Min expansion 5 cm.

Note: Relaxation in height and weight for women from North East and hill areas.

Rally Schedule & Important Dates

• Phase 1: 05-08 May 2026 at Bengdubi (WB)
• Phase 2: 13-16 May 2026 at Varanasi (UP)
• Phase 3: 20-23 May 2026 at Dehradun (UK)
• Reporting Time: 07:00 AM daily

How to Attend Recruitment Rally

1. Check Eligibility: Ensure you meet service, age, and physical criteria.
2. Gather Documents: Discharge Book, PPO, 8 passport photos, Character Certificate, Education & Domicile Certificates.
3. Report at Venue: Reach Bengdubi/Varanasi/Dehradun at 07:00 AM on scheduled dates.
4. Undergo Screening: Document check, physical tests, proficiency test, medical exam, and interview.

Important: No online application; rally is free. No mobiles allowed. No accommodation provided.

Selection Process

1. Physical Tests: 1 Mile Run, Pull Up, 8'9" Ditch, Zig Zag Balance Beam (Male).
2. Proficiency Test: Trade test for tradesmen; afforestation/nursery test for Ex-women.
3. Medical Examination: SHAPE-1 standard.
4. Interview: By Board of Officers.

Pay & Allowances Structure

• Basic Pay: As per rank and service group in the unit.
• Dearness Allowance: As per government rules.
• Other Allowances: Children Education, Hill Compensatory, HRA, Road Mileage, etc.
• Pension/Gratuity: Not admissible for CETF Bn (TA) service; previous pension untouched.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Ex-Servicemen (pension holders) and Ex-Women employees with 20 years service in MoEF&CC/State Forest Department.

No, candidates must attend the recruitment rally in person.

Enrolled within 5 years of retirement; JCOs up to 55 years, OR up to 50 years.

Discharge Book, PPO, photos, Character Certificate, Education & Domicile Certificates.

No, candidates must arrange their own stay.

Physical tests, proficiency test, medical exam, and interview.

Yes, Ex-Women employees of MoEF&CC/State Forest Dept with 20 years service.

No, Territorial Army is part-time; enrollment is for 2 years extendable.