About Territorial Army (TA) Written Exam
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The Parakram Class Says Indian Territorial Army (TA) is a second line of defence after the Regular Indian Army; it is not a profession, occupation or a source of employment. It is only meant for those people who are already in mainstay civilian professions; in fact, gainful employment or self-employment in a civil profession is a prerequisite for joining the Territorial Army.
Useful Information
| EXAM-AFCAT (I & II) |
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| EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION |
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| MODE OF SELECTION |
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Age Limits
Only male citizens of India and Ex-service officers who are medically fit.
Age- 18 to 42 years as on 31 Dec 2016
SELECTION PROCEDURE-
The selection process of Territorial Army Is based on the selection process which comprises of three steps:-
- The Written Examination –
Written test duration is of : Two Hours
Maximum marks in the paper one can obtain is : 100 Marks
Part – I of the Question paper is made up of the following Sections Short Essay’s: The Essay is on current affair ( i.e. it could include national and international events.) English comprehension and Language Arrangement of Sentences (consisting of 04 marks).
Comprehension/Passage (consisting of 06 marks).
Fill in the blanks. ( consisting of 10 marks)
Part II– of the Question Paper consists of Objective Type Questions
It includes General Awareness which consist of the following Subjects
- Economics
- Politics
- Defence
- Sports
- International Events etc
- Reasoning –verbal/non- verbal
Next Step os the Preliminary Interview Board – PIB
And the Final Step is The Service Selection Board- SSB
Already employed candidates fulfilling all the eligibility criteria can apply in retort to the advertisements which are published in the leading national newspaper & The Employment News in the months of June – July and December – January every year. Applications are then to be sent to the concerned TA Group Headquarters. After processing of applications, the eligible candidates are called for Preliminary Interview Boards held at the various respective Territorial Army Group Headquarters ( which are located at Pune, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Lucknow). Selected candidates are then to go through the SSB Interview, Medical Board & Police Verification. The successful candidates are then granted commission by the President of India.
Ex – Defence service officers can also join the Territorial Army. They need to apply directly to The Additional Directorate General of The T.A. and need to appear before the Board of Officers who is presided by the Additional Director General of T.A. at New Delhi . Selected Officers are then to be cleared by the various Medical Boards, before they can be granted a commission in the Territorial Army . All such officers are given the benefit of their previous commissioned service in the Services and their respective Arms on joining the Territorial Army.
Examination Schedule
| Paper | Availability of Forms | Date of Examination |
| I & II | 1 June | 29 July |
TA Examination Centers
11 Written exam center in all over India
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Written Course
The Parakram Classes. offers coaching for the UPSC NDA written examinations. The faculty at Parakram Classes is highly qualified and vastly experienced in successfully coaching students for NDA examinations. The standards of excellence followed by Parakram Classes ensure that each student who opts for coaching with us feels confident and well prepared for the exam. Not only do we cover the entire syllabus subject by subject as per UPSC, we also prepare our students with mock tests, previous year question papers and doubt clearing sessions which are conducted each week to monitor each student’s progress. Mock test/ monthly test results are also discussed to pin point where the student may be lacking.
This ensures that the students know what to expect in the examination, how to approach the examination, manage time efficiently and get the best possible results. Experienced and updated faculty teaches students how to handle the NDA examination specifically; they focus on the format and type of questions likely to be asked in the exam. Students can learn many formulae and shortcuts to get quick and accurate answers while attempting the examination. Apart from this, we provide extensively researched study material which helps students to easily access, organise and systematically approach the vast syllabus
Correspondence Course
Presenting comprehensive Printed study material for UPSC National Defence Examination (NDA), which will cover everything from end to end. www.toparakram@g,ail.com will help you in your preparation at every step with right guidance and quality study materials. We have compiled study material by analyzing the question papers of last few years and by keeping in mind the present trend involving National Defence Academy Examination (NDA).
This year too we have come up with Our New & Revised Study Notes exactly based on the pattern of UPSC National Defence Academy Examination (NDA)
Parakram Class Publication
The book Parakram Class for NDA & NA Entrance Examination National Defence Academy / Naval Academy Conducted by UPSC is prepared keeping in mind the needs and requirements of the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) entrance examination. This book covers all topics from the syllabus and offers explanation in simple language. The detailed coverage and lucid narration helps students in understanding the concepts thoroughly. Published by Parakram Class PUBLICATION, this is the best edition of this book.
OTS (ONINE TEST SERIES)
The National Defence Academy (NDA) is the Joint Services academy of the Indian Armed Forces, where cadets of the three services, the Army, the Navy and the Air Force train together before they go on to pre-commissioning training in their respective service academies. This Online Test Series for NDA contains 7 Unit Test and 2 Mock Test in Hindi and English. The tests have been prepared by the highly experienced and expert faculty of Parakram Classes.
PAPER PATTERN
| Paper | Subject | No. of Question | Marks | Time Alloted |
| I | Part – Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 2 Hrs |
| Part-II Elementary Mathematics | 50 | 50 | ||
| II | Part -I General Knowledge | 50 | 50 | 2 Hrs |
| Part-II English | 50 | 50 |
TOPIC COVERD
| PAPER –I Reasoning | Mathematics | PAPER – IIGeneral knowledge & English |
| Syllogism | Arithmetic Number System | History , polity , Economy |
| statements | Elementary Number Theory | Geography, Science, Current |
| figures | Unitary Method | Antonyms |
| letters | Algebra | Synonyms |
| relations | Trigonometry | Reading Comprehension |
| directions | Geometry | Para Jumbles |
| missing numbers | Menstruation | Spotting Error |
| time and date | Statistics |
Negative Marks –
Yes, 1/3rd marks will be deducted for each incorrect response
Cut Off –
The cut-off will be decided by the commission. But candidates need to obtain minimum cut off marks in order to qualify for the next round.
| Category | Paper I(out of 250) | Written test (out of 450) | Final Selection (out of 600) |
| General | 110-120 | 170-180 | 275-285 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 110-120 | 170-180 | 270-280 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 90-100 | 150-160 | 250-260 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 90-100 | 145-155 | 245-255 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ExS) | 35-45 | 65-75 | 200-210 |
Written Course
The Parakram Classes. offers coaching for the UPSC NDA written examinations. The faculty at Parakram Classes is highly qualified and vastly experienced in successfully coaching students for NDA examinations. The standards of excellence followed by Parakram Classes ensure that each student who opts for coaching with us feels confident and well prepared for the exam. Not only do we cover the entire syllabus subject by subject as per UPSC, we also prepare our students with mock tests, previous year question papers and doubt clearing sessions which are conducted each week to monitor each student’s progress. Mock test/ monthly test results are also discussed to pin point where the student may be lacking.
This ensures that the students know what to expect in the examination, how to approach the examination, manage time efficiently and get the best possible results. Experienced and updated faculty teaches students how to handle the NDA examination specifically; they focus on the format and type of questions likely to be asked in the exam. Students can learn many formulae and shortcuts to get quick and accurate answers while attempting the examination. Apart from this, we provide extensively researched study material which helps students to easily access, organise and systematically approach the vast syllabus
Correspondence Course
Presenting comprehensive Printed study material for UPSC National Defence Examination (NDA), which will cover everything from end to end. www.toparakram@gmail.com will help you in your preparation at every step with right guidance and quality study materials. We have compiled study material by analyzing the question papers of last few years and by keeping in mind the present trend involving National Defence Academy Examination (NDA).
This year too we have come up with Our New & Revised Study Notes exactly based on the pattern of UPSC National Defence Academy Examination (NDA)
Parakram CLassPublication
The book Parakram Class for NDA & NA Entrance Examination National Defence Academy / Naval Academy Conducted by UPSC is prepared keeping in mind the needs and requirements of the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) entrance examination. This book covers all topics from the syllabus and offers explanation in simple language. The detailed coverage and lucid narration helps students in understanding the concepts thoroughly. Published by Parakram Class PUBLICATION, this is the best edition of this book.
OTS (ONINE TEST SERIES)
The National Defence Academy (NDA) is the Joint Services academy of the Indian Armed Forces, where cadets of the three services, the Army, the Navy and the Air Force train together before they go on to pre-commissioning training in their respective service academies. This Online Test Series for NDA contains 7 Unit Test and 2 Mock Test in Hindi and English. The tests have been prepared by the highly experienced and expert faculty of Parakram Classes.
CHALLENGER
- Every Sunday Physical Training Class is organized by Physical Trainers
- SSB Interview & Spoken English Classes also run in this course.
| Duratio | Course Name/Code | Application Form Charge | Course Fee* | GST Applicable on Course Fee | Total Payable Amount |
| 45 Days | Challenger/2001 | Rs.500 + 25(GST) | Rs.15000/- | Rs.2700/- | Rs.18225/- |
Note:
- Included cost of Third Party Books
FIGHTER
- Every Sunday Physical Training Class is organized by Physical Trainers
| Duration | Course Name/Code | Application Form Charge | Course Fee* | GST Applicable on Tuition Fee | Total Payable Amount |
| 45 Days | Fighter/1108 | Rs.500 + 25(GST) | Rs.10000/- | Rs.1800/- | Rs.12325/- |
Note:
- Included cost of Third Party Books
Written Course
The Parakram Classes. offers coaching for the UPSC NDA written examinations. The faculty at Parakram Classes is highly qualified and vastly experienced in successfully coaching students for NDA examinations. The standards of excellence followed by Parakram Classes ensure that each student who opts for coaching with us feels confident and well prepared for the exam. Not only do we cover the entire syllabus subject by subject as per UPSC, we also prepare our students with mock tests, previous year question papers and doubt clearing sessions which are conducted each week to monitor each student’s progress. Mock test/ monthly test results are also discussed to pin point where the student may be lacking.
This ensures that the students know what to expect in the examination, how to approach the examination, manage time efficiently and get the best possible results. Experienced and updated faculty teaches students how to handle the NDA examination specifically; they focus on the format and type of questions likely to be asked in the exam. Students can learn many formulae and shortcuts to get quick and accurate answers while attempting the examination. Apart from this, we provide extensively researched study material which helps students to easily access, organise and systematically approach the vast syllabus
Correspondence Course
Presenting comprehensive Printed study material for UPSC National Defence Examination (NDA), which will cover everything from end to end. www.toparakram@gmail.com will help you in your preparation at every step with right guidance and quality study materials. We have compiled study material by analyzing the question papers of last few years and by keeping in mind the present trend involving National Defence Academy Examination (NDA).
This year too we have come up with Our New & Revised Study Notes exactly based on the pattern of UPSC National Defence Academy Examination (NDA)
PARAKRAM CLASS Publication
The book Parakram Class for NDA & NA Entrance Examination National Defence Academy / Naval Academy Conducted by UPSC is prepared keeping in mind the needs and requirements of the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) entrance examination. This book covers all topics from the syllabus and offers explanation in simple language. The detailed coverage and lucid narration helps students in understanding the concepts thoroughly. Published by Parakram Class PUBLICATION, this is the best edition of this book.
OTS (ONINE TEST SERIES)
The National Defence Academy (NDA) is the Joint Services academy of the Indian Armed Forces, where cadets of the three services, the Army, the Navy and the Air Force train together before they go on to pre-commissioning training in their respective service academies. This Online Test Series for NDA contains 7 Unit Test and 2 Mock Test in Hindi and English. The tests have been prepared by the highly experienced and expert faculty of Parakram Classes.
SPECIALITY
Why choose Parakram Classes. for NDA (National Defence Academy) written exam coaching
- Parakram Classes. is India Oldest and Largest Armed forces Preparatory Institute. Established in 2008 by Mr. Saurabh Singh & Smt. Rekha Singh Parakram Classes. has over 10 years of experience in successfully coaching candidates to be commissioned into the armed forces.
- Every Tenth officer in the Indian Armed forces has been a student of Parakram Classes.
- Infrastructure: The Parakram Classes. campus provides unmatched infrastructure, spread over 10 acres in lush green, pollution free, SSB like environment with on campus hostel and mess. Our classrooms for written coaching are air conditioned and well supported by modern Audio Visual technological aids and 24 hrs power back.
- Faculty: The highly qualified, experienced and updated faculty for NDA (National Defence Academy) written coaching provides students with the right guidance to get best results in the exam. Students are coached by permanent faculty members not part-time teachers (working on per class basis) as in many other institutes.
- Fully equipped library: Only Parakram Classes. offers the facility of a fully equipped library offering 1000+ relevant and important books pertaining to the syllabus of the examination and competitive exam preparation. Students can issue these books for self study, revision, practice etc.
- Study Room/ Reading Room: On campus study/ reading rooms are available to provide students with quiet and peaceful environment, perfect for self study and preparations. These rooms are open daily till late hours.
- Motivational lectures and movies: Parakram Classes. specializes in motivating the youth towards serving our great nation. Students interact with candidates from all over the country working towards a common goal. Motivational lectures and movies shown, leave the students inspired to do something for the country and become better human beings.
- Discipline & Time Management: Parakram Classes. is a Defence preparatory institute with strict rules that all students must abide by. All students are expected to follow the Honour Code and Discipline Code of Conduct of Parakram Classes, failing which they may be expelled without refunds. These guidelines enforced by the academy inculcate good values and discipline in the students. Students also learn the importance and benefits of proper time management. Sundays and other holidays are not observed to maintain continuity and to ensure students can focus on upcoming exam without distractions.
- Physical Fitness: Only Parakram Classes. offers a fully equipped Football ground, Basketball court, Volley ball court, Cricket field and badminton court along with dedicated Obstacle course and vast open grounds to encourage physical fitness among candidates as endurance and stamina are a pre-requisite for SSB which is the next step after the exam.
- Exam specific coaching: Since exam patters vary for each examination, Parakram Classes. offers exam specific coaching for SSB INTERVIEW, NDA, CDS, SSR , AA , AIR FORCE , AFCAT, CPF, ACC, TA , GD etc.
Written Course
The Parakram Classes. offers coaching for the UPSC NDA written examinations. The faculty at Parakram Classes is highly qualified and vastly experienced in successfully coaching students for NDA examinations. The standards of excellence followed by Parakram Classes ensure that each student who opts for coaching with us feels confident and well prepared for the exam. Not only do we cover the entire syllabus subject by subject as per UPSC, we also prepare our students with mock tests, previous year question papers and doubt clearing sessions which are conducted each week to monitor each student’s progress. Mock test/ monthly test results are also discussed to pin point where the student may be lacking.
This ensures that the students know what to expect in the examination, how to approach the examination, manage time efficiently and get the best possible results. Experienced and updated faculty teaches students how to handle the NDA examination specifically; they focus on the format and type of questions likely to be asked in the exam. Students can learn many formulae and shortcuts to get quick and accurate answers while attempting the examination. Apart from this, we provide extensively researched study material which helps students to easily access, organise and systematically approach the vast syllabus
Correspondence Course
Presenting comprehensive Printed study material for UPSC National Defence Examination (NDA), which will cover everything from end to end. www.toparakram@gmail.com will help you in your preparation at every step with right guidance and quality study materials. We have compiled study material by analyzing the question papers of last few years and by keeping in mind the present trend involving National Defence Academy Examination (NDA).
This year too we have come up with Our New & Revised Study Notes exactly based on the pattern of UPSC National Defence Academy Examination (NDA)
PARAKRAM CLASS Publication
The book Paraklram Class for NDA & NA Entrance Examination National Defence Academy / Naval Academy Conducted by UPSC is prepared keeping in mind the needs and requirements of the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) entrance examination. This book covers all topics from the syllabus and offers explanation in simple language. The detailed coverage and lucid narration helps students in understanding the concepts thoroughly. Published by Paraklram Class PUBLICATION, this is the best edition of this book.
OTS (ONINE TEST SERIES)
The National Defence Academy (NDA) is the Joint Services academy of the Indian Armed Forces, where cadets of the three services, the Army, the Navy and the Air Force train together before they go on to pre-commissioning training in their respective service academies. This Online Test Series for NDA contains 7 Unit Test and 2 Mock Test in Hindi and English. The tests have been prepared by the highly experienced and expert faculty of Parakram Classes.