The 137 Composite Ecological Task Force Battalion (Territorial Army) is inviting applications for the recruitment of Junior Commissioned Officer (GD) and various Soldier posts. A total of 74 vacancies are available, and the last date to apply is 21 November 2026.
137 Composite Ecological Task JCO Recruitment 2026: 74 Posts: Overview
| Organization | 137 Composite Ecological Task Force Battalion (Territorial Army), 39 Gorkha Rifles |
| Post Name | JCO (GD) and various Soldier posts |
| Advt No | 10622/11/0058/2627 |
| Total Vacancies | 74 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Website | nrai.in |
Important Dates
Candidates should note the following important dates for the recruitment rally:
| Recruitment Rally Starts | 16 November 2026 |
| Recruitment Rally Ends | 21 November 2026 |
| Candidate Reporting Time | 7:00 AM on 16 November 2026 |
Application Fee
The notification does not specify any application fee for the recruitment rally.
| Category | Application Fee |
| All Categories | Not specified |
Age Limit
The notification does not specify an age limit for the posts. However, Junior Commissioned Officers (JCOs) can serve up to 55 years of age, and Other Ranks (OR) can serve up to 50 years of age.
| Post Name | Age Limit |
| Junior Commissioned Officer (GD) | Up to 55 years |
| Other Ranks (OR) | Up to 50 years |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment notification lists the following vacancies across various post categories:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| Junior Commissioned Officer (GD) | 4 |
| Soldier/General Duty | 61 |
| Soldier/Clerk (SD) | 2 |
| Soldier/Chef Community | 1 |
| Soldier/Housekeeper | 1 |
| Soldier/Washerman | 1 |
| Soldier/Dresser | 2 |
| Soldier/Tailor | 1 |
| Soldier/Steward | 1 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Eligible candidates for the posts must be ex-servicemen or ex-women employees of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) and State Forest Departments, having completed a minimum of 20 years of service. Candidates should be enrolled within five years from the date of retirement. The educational qualification required is any graduate degree.
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
| All Posts | Any Graduate, Ex-servicemen or Ex-women employees of MoEF&CC and State Forest Departments |
Salary and Pay Scale
The notification does not specify a fixed salary amount for these vacancies. Enrolled personnel will receive the basic pay applicable to their rank and service group, along with Dearness Allowance as admissible from time to time.
| Post Name | Salary/Pay Scale |
| All Posts | Not specified |
Selection Process
The recruitment process includes several stages that candidates must successfully complete:
- Screening and physical tests
- Proficiency or trade test, as applicable
- Interview by a Board of Officers
- Medical examination
How to Apply
Candidates should follow these steps to attend the recruitment rally:
- Check eligibility conditions in the recruitment notice.
- Confirm that you belong to an eligible ex-servicemen or ex-women employee category.
- Prepare the original documents listed in the notification.
- Report at 7:00 AM on 16 November 2026 at Major Dhyan Chand Stadium, New Cantt, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
- Attend the screening, physical tests, proficiency or trade test, interview, and medical examination as applicable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
The notification does not specify whether one candidate can apply for multiple posts.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates are required to bring their original discharge book, original Pension Payment Order (PPO), photographs, character certificate, education certificate, and domicile certificate for verification.
Documents Required
- Original discharge book
- Original Pension Payment Order (PPO)
- Eight recent passport-size coloured photographs
- Character certificate from the Village Sarpanch or Police Authority
- Education certificate
- Domicile certificate
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Not bringing original documents for verification.
- Missing the reporting time of 7:00 AM on the specified date.
- Overwriting or tampering with certificates and documents.
- Applying under the wrong category.
- Failing to check eligibility criteria thoroughly before attending the rally.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: 137 Composite Ecological Task Force Battalion (Territorial Army)
- पद: JCO (GD) और विभिन्न सैनिक पद
- कुल पद: 74
- योग्यता: किसी भी विषय में स्नातक
- आयु सीमा: JCO के लिए 55 वर्ष, अन्य रैंक के लिए 50 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 21 नवंबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: निर्धारित तिथि और समय पर भर्ती रैली में उपस्थित हों।
