Overview
The Indian Army has announced the Direct Entry Havildar & Naib Subedar (Sports) recruitment for Intake 05/2025 under the Sports Quota. Eligible unmarried Indian male and female candidates who have won medals in national or international sporting events from 01 Oct 2023 onwards can apply offline. The application deadline is 15‑12‑2025 1700 hrs. The selection process includes short‑listing based on sports achievements, physical fitness and standards tests, skill tests, and medical examination. Successful candidates will receive pay and allowances as per Army Pay Rules 2017, with additional benefits such as pension, medical facilities, and promotion prospects.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Army
- Qualification
- Matriculation (10th Pass) from a recognized board
Important Dates
| application_end_date | 15-12-2025 1700 hrs |
Important Links
Selection Process
Application Submission → Short‑Listing → Call‑Up Letter → Physical Fitness Test → Physical Standards Test → Skill Test → Medical Examination → Final Selection
How to Apply
Download the application form from the official website (www.joinindianarmy.nic.in)., Print the form on A4 size paper., Fill the form in block capitals, matching the details on your 10th certificate., Attach a recent passport‑size colour photograph, your signature, and thumb impression., Attach self‑attested copies of Matriculation certificate, Aadhar card, and sports certificates (achievements from 01 Oct 2023 onwards)., Send the complete application by post to: Directorate of PT & Sports General Staff Branch IHQ of MoD (Army), Room No 747 'A' Wing, Sena Bhawan, PO New Delhi – 110 011., Ensure only one application per candidate; multiple applications will lead to disqualification.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Indian Army Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline for Havildar And Naib Subedar?
application end date: 15-12-2025 1700 hrs; application start date: ; short listing date: ; selection trials date:
What is the application fee?
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What is the age limit?
17½ to 25 years (Born between 31 March 2001 and 01 April 2008)
What is the selection process?
Application Submission → Short‑Listing → Call‑Up Letter → Physical Fitness Test → Physical Standards Test → Skill Test → Medical Examination → Final Selection