Territorial Army 130 INF BN ECO KUMAON Rally 2026

Territorial Army 130 INF BN TA Rally 2026: Notification for 69 Soldier Vacancies

The 130 Infantry Battalion (Territorial Army) Ecological, KUMAON has announced the 130 INF BN TA Rally 2026. This recruitment drive is specifically designed for ex-servicemen and former women employees of forest departments to fill various Soldier trades.

Short Information

The recruitment is being conducted by the 130 Infantry Battalion (Territorial Army) Ecological, KUMAON. A total of 69 vacancies are available across 10 different trades. Eligible candidates must complete their registration or report for the rally by 03 August 2026.

Application Fee

Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies

Candidates must meet specific service and medical requirements to be eligible for this rally. Ex-servicemen must be Indian Domicile pension holders who retired within the last 5 years. Ex-women employees from the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEF & CC) or State Forest Departments must have completed at least 20 years of service. All candidates must possess a medical category of SHAPE-I and have an "Exemplary" or "Very Good" character record.

Trade-wise Vacancy Details

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

The selection process for the 130 INF BN TA Rally is conducted in multiple stages at the designated venue. The process varies based on the category of the applicant.

Selection Sequence and Dates

Category-Specific Evaluation

• Ex-servicemen (Male): Candidates must undergo a Physical Fitness Test consisting of a 1.6 km run, pull-ups, a 9 ft ditch jump, and a balance test. Performance is assessed based on age criteria.
• Ex-women Employees (MoEF & CC/SFD): Candidates will be evaluated through an interview by the Board of Officers (BOO) and a proficiency test focusing on nursery management and afforestation-related activities.

How to Apply Online

Candidates interested in the 130 INF BN TA Rally should follow the registration process carefully. While online registration is preferred, the organization allows direct reporting for those facing technical difficulties.

1. Visit the Official Website to review the detailed eligibility criteria and terms of engagement.
2. Complete the online registration form by entering accurate personal, service, and domicile details.
3. If you are unable to register online, you may report directly to the rally venue.
4. Report to Devkatiya Ground, Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand on 03 August 2026 at 0600 hrs.
5. Ensure you bring all original documents for verification on the first day.

Required Documents Checklist

For Ex-servicemen Male:

• Original PPO (Pension Payment Order) & Discharge Book.
• Domicile Certificate or Aadhaar Card.
• Eight (8) recent passport-size photographs.

For Ex-women Employees (MoEF & CC/SFD):

• Original Pension Order and one photostat copy.
• Service Certificate confirming a minimum of 20 years of service.
• Domicile Certificate or Aadhaar Card.
• Eight (8) recent coloured photographs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the total number of vacancies for the 130 INF BN TA Rally? There are 69 total vacancies across 10 trades, with the majority (49 posts) being for Soldier (General Duty).

Q2. Who can apply for these positions? Eligible candidates include ex-servicemen of the Armed Forces (retired within 5 years) and ex-women employees of the MoEF & CC or State Forest Department with at least 20 years of service.

Q3. Where will the recruitment rally take place? The rally will be held at Devkatiya Ground, Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand, from 03 to 08 August 2026.

Q4. Is this a permanent government job? No, this is not permanent employment. Candidates are engaged for an embodied period (initially 2 years, extendable by 1 year), and the service is treated as rehabilitation.

Q5. What happens if I cannot register online? Candidates who face technical issues with the online portal can report directly to the rally venue on 03 August 2026 at 0600 hrs with all original documents.