Share on TwitterAre you an adventurous soul ? Do you like to lead a life which very few will get to live?
Would you like to safeguard the country from enemies?
Then you might have the career option of joining the armed forces.
By Armed forces, the first thing that comes to our minds is fighting a battle, or flying an aircraft.
But there are many other options like logistics, aeronautical engineering, Air Traffic Control, Education and Accounts departments too.
When to Apply for vacancies?
There are options to join after 10+2 , or after Engineering or in the final year of Engineering.
UPSC exclusively conducts written exams for the armed forces. These exams are followed by an interview by Service Selection Board (SSB). The SSB has high standards of physical and mental fitness along with Aptitude tests.
Common Perks.
1. Sixty days of annual leave with 20 days of paid casual leave, which is a rarity in other careers.
2. New posting every three years, enabling one to travel and know different cultures across India and abroad.
3. Connections with influential organizations and people.
4. Wives' Welfare Associations take care of families, making sure that an Officer's wife is happy in any location.
5. Excellent Kendriya Vidyalayas and Army/Airforce/Navy Schools in the most remote areas of posting.
6. Respect and recognition everywhere.
7. Active Social life is the key feature of defence life. There is never a dull moment. Parties, events and contests happen regularly.
8. Spacious homes and beautifully landscaped cantonments are provided to the Officers. The Officers' Mess takes care that they don't miss out on nutrition.
9. Sports and fitness play a major role in an Officer's life. From Squash, swimming, horse riding to para gliding, defence employees indulge in all sports.
10. Officers are very well paid. The pay after training starts from 50000 INR per month and many perks and incentives like furnished accomodations to discounts at the canteens.
Personality
Officers are known to be thorough gentlemen. Chivalrous, charismatic and dignified in nature, they are well known to respect women. They are taught military English during the course of training. Men can opt for Short Service Commission or Permanent Commission.
Women in Defence
The armed forces hold women in high regard. Women are trained in combat too. They can opt for Short Service Commission and extend it to another 5 years term.
SSC and life after that.
Those who want to test the waters of life in the armed forces can opt for a Short Service Commission, the duration of which lasts for 5 years. They can extend it for another 5 years or opt for Permanent Commission. Once you complete a SSC, you become a sought after employee in Private Sector.
For additional details:-
Indian Air Force
Being a fighter pilot is a dream for many.
Check this out if you see yourself as a Flying Officer.
Indian Army.
Postings will be in beautiful hill stations. Trekkings are an essential part of life.
If you want to try adding Lieutenant to your name, here are the details.
Indian Navy.
Enjoy all the coastal area postings in the most scenic locations by joining the Indian Navy.
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