130 INF BN TA ECO KUMAON Soldier Recruitment 2026 – 69 Vacancies | Territorial Army

Introduction

The 130 Infantry Battalion (Territorial Army) Ecological, KUMAON has announced a recruitment rally for 69 Soldier vacancies across 10 trades for the year 2026. The recruitment is open exclusively to ex‑servicemen of the Armed Forces and ex‑women employees of the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEF & CC) or State Forest Department with a minimum of 20 years of service.

Highlights

Post & Organization Details

The recruitment is conducted by the 130 Infantry Battalion (Territorial Army) Ecological, KUMAON, a unit of the Territorial Army under the Ministry of Defence. Candidates will be engaged on a contractual basis as Soldiers in various trades supporting ecological and forest‑related operations in the Kumaon region.

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidate Groups: Ex‑servicemen of the Armed Forces (pension holders only) and ex‑women employees (including premature retirees) of MoEF & CC or State Forest Department.
• Service Requirement: Minimum 20 years of service in MoEF & CC / State Forest Department for ex‑women candidates; ex‑servicemen must be Indian domicile pension holders.
• Enrolment Window: Candidates must have retired within the last 5 years.
• Medical Category: SHAPE‑I required.
• Character: Must be “Exemplary” or “Very Good”.
• Conduct: No involvement in civil or police cases.
• Physical Test (Ex‑servicemen Male): 1.6 km run, pull‑ups, 9 ft ditch, balance test (age‑wise criteria).
• Interview & Proficiency Test (Ex‑women candidates): Conducted by the Board of Officers, includes afforestation‑related activity and nursery management.

Application Fee

Important Dates

Selection Process

1. Online Registration (before the rally) – Register at www.130ta.com or plan to report directly.
2. Document Verification – Original documents checked on 03 August 2026 at Devkatiya Ground, Pithoragarh.
3. Physical Fitness Test – Conducted on 04 August 2026 for ex‑servicemen (run, pull‑ups, ditch, balance).
4. Interview & Proficiency Test – For ex‑women employees, conducted by the Board of Officers.
5. Medical Examination & Final Interview – Held from 05 August to 08 August 2026.
6. Merit‑Based Enrolment – Candidates are enrolled based on merit and vacancy availability in each trade.

How to Apply

1. Visit www.130ta.com or scan the QR code provided in the official notification.
2. Read the detailed eligibility criteria and terms of engagement for each trade.
3. Click on the “Registration” link and fill in all required personal and service details accurately.
4. Upload scanned copies of required documents (service certificates, medical fitness, character certificates, etc.).
5. Submit the online form. If you face technical issues, you may directly report to Devkatiya Ground, Pithoragarh on 03 August 2026 at 0600 hrs with original documents.
6. Keep a print‑out of the registration confirmation (if generated) and carry it along with all original documents to the rally venue.

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FAQs

1. Who can apply for this recruitment?
   Ex‑servicemen of the Armed Forces (pension holders) and ex‑women employees (including premature retirees) of MoEF & CC or State Forest Department with at least 20 years of service.
2. Is there any application fee?
   No. The notification states that there is no fee for registration or for reporting at the rally.
3. What is the last date to register online?
   The notification does not specify a fixed last date; candidates are advised to register as early as possible before the rally starts on 03 August 2026.
4. Where will the recruitment rally be held?
   Devkatiya Ground, Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand.
5. What documents must I carry on the day of reporting?
   Original service certificates, retirement orders, medical fitness certificate (SHAPE‑I), character certificate, domicile proof, and any other documents listed in the official checklist.