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Hi Sir, I want to join Indian Army. I am studying in 11th standard right now. So, without completing my 12th, I can join Indian Army in my 11th standard? Please let me know as soon as possible. Thank you!

To join Indian Army before graduation, you can join through any two exams i.e.

• NDA
• TES 10+2

But to appear for these exams, you must have completed 10+2 from a recognized board. Then only, you can appear for anyone of the exams.

So, without completing 12th, you cannot join Indian army.

Yes, You can join Army without completing 12th.

You can join as Sainik only via Open Bharti Reilly.

You have to clear Physical Efficiency Test first to appear in written test.

By cracking written test you will go through medical examination.

No,you can't join Indian army being in grade 11. You can be a soldier but it won't serve you more. You can Indian Army after 12 by writing NDA exam conducted by UPSC twice in a year.
Once you clear all the selection process(Written exam, medical test, training) , then you will be appointed as Army officer.

No, you can't because candidates who want apply for Indian Army Technical Entry Scheme, the candidate must qualify (10+2) Examination or its equivalent with a minimum aggregate of 70% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics from the recognized education board. Candidate's age must be between 16.5 to 19.5 years.


For further details you can check the official notification of Indian Army.