Employment in Defence offers prestigious career avenues, structured pay matrices under the 7th CPC, and long-term job security. On Sarkari247, we track every notification published by Ministry of Defence, Government of India.

Prominent Examinations & Posts in Defence:

UPSC NDA (National Defence Academy), UPSC CDS (Combined Defence Services), AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test), Indian Army Agniveer, Indian Navy Agniveer (SSR/MR), and Indian Air Force Agniveervayu.

Selection Procedure:

Written Examination, Physical Fitness Test (1.6 km run, push-ups), Medical Examination, and 5-Day SSB Interview (for Commissioned Officers).

Minimum Educational Qualifications:

10th Pass (Agniveer MR), 10+2 with Physics/Maths (Navy SSR, Air Force Group X, NDA), and Graduation (CDS, AFCAT).

How to Apply for Defence Vacancies on Sarkari247:

Review the active vacancies listed below.
Verify age limits, relaxation rules, and required qualifications.
Click the direct official portal link in the Important Links table to complete registration and fee payment.

Updated on 4 Oct 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.What are the minimum educational requirements for Defence jobs?

10th Pass (Agniveer MR), 10+2 with Physics/Maths (Navy SSR, Air Force Group X, NDA), and Graduation (CDS, AFCAT). Always verify specific post-wise requirements in the official notification.

Q.What is the standard selection process for Defence?

Written Examination, Physical Fitness Test (1.6 km run, push-ups), Medical Examination, and 5-Day SSB Interview (for Commissioned Officers).

Q.How frequently does Defence release recruitment notifications?

Most major organizations publish annual recruitment calendars outlining application windows and exam schedules.