A fresh call to arms for seasoned defenders of the nation! The Territorial Army’s 137th Battalion, under 39 Gorkha Rifles, is recruiting 161 dedicated souls for its ecological task force in 2026. This rally-style enlistment bypasses traditional applications, inviting direct participation from qualified ex-personnel.
Spanning May 5 to 23, the rally divides into three venues: Bengdubi in West Bengal (May 5-8), Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh (May 13-16), and Dehradun in Uttarakhand (May 20-23). Early birds report at 7 AM to seize the day.
Breakdown of openings: 143 Soldier General Duty spots anchor the drive, alongside 7 JCO (GD), 3 Clerks, 2 Chefs, 1 Tailor, 3 Housekeepers, 1 Washerman, and 1 Dresser. Ideal for those with deep roots in army service or 20+ years in forestry and environmental ministries.
Age limits hinge on retirement: max 55 for JCO, 50 for others, all requiring pristine Shape-1 health status. The gauntlet includes physical fitness challenges—one-mile dash, pull-ups, ditch leaps, balance walks—then trade tests, medicals, and interviews.
Rewards include competitive basic salary per rank, DA, HRA, kid’s education perks, and sundry benefits. No new pensions or increments here, but prior entitlements stay intact.
Pack your discharge certificate, pension orders, photos, quals, and local residency proof. Zero fees apply. This rally isn’t just recruitment; it’s a bridge to sustained national contribution in ecological defense.
