Zonal Recruiting Office (ZRO) Ambala has officially released the recruitment notification for the year 2027. This major recruitment drive invites unmarried male candidates for Soldier Technical Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant (Veterinary), and Sepoy Pharma, as well as unmarried female candidates for the Agniveer (Women Military Police) intake.
Candidates from Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, UT Chandigarh, and Delhi (for female candidates) can participate in this selection process through the official website.
Quick Highlight
Online registrations will begin on 13 February 2026, and the selection will consist of an Online Common Entrance Examination followed by a Recruitment Rally.
Overview Table
| Field | Details |
| Organization | Indian Army (ZRO Ambala) |
| Post Names | Soldier Tech NA / NA (Vet), Sepoy Pharma, and Agniveer GD (Women Military Police) |
| Notice Type | Recruitment Notification 2027 |
| Status | Announced / Official Notice Released |
| Registration Dates | 13 February 2026 to 01 April 2026 |
| Online Exam Date | 01 June to 15 June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Official Website | www.joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Main Notice Details
The authorities at ZRO Ambala have invited domicile-specific applications. For Male candidates (NA & Pharma), applications are open to residents of Himachal Pradesh, UT Chandigarh, and all districts of Haryana except Gurgaon, Faridabad, Mewat, and Palwal. For Female candidates (Agniveer WMP), applications are open to domiciles of all districts of Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, UT Chandigarh, and Delhi.
Important Dates
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Online Registration: 13 February 2026 to 01 April 2026.
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Admit Card Release (Phase I): Will be announced on the official portal.
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Online Exam Dates: 01 June to 15 June 2026.
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Phase II (Rally): Dates and venues will be intimated via second admit card.
Application Fee
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Examination Fee: Rs. 250/- plus applicable bank charges.
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Payment Mode: Online through Payment Gateway (Maestro, Master Card, VISA, Rupay Cards, Net Banking, or UPI).
Age Limit & Eligibility Criteria
1. For Male Candidates (Nursing Assistant & Sepoy Pharma)
| Category | Age Limit | Educational Qualification |
| Soldier Tech (NA/NA Vet) | 17½ – 23 Years (Born between 01 July 2004 to 01 July 2009) | 10+2/Intermediate Science with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Botany/Zoology, and English. Minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 40% in each subject. |
| Sepoy Pharma | 19 – 25 Years (Born between 01 July 2002 to 01 Jan 2008) | 10+2 pass and qualified in D.Pharma (min 55% aggregate) or B.Pharma (min 50% aggregate). Must be registered with State/Indian Pharmacy Council. |
2. For Female Candidates (Agniveer Women Military Police)
| Category | Age Limit | Educational Qualification |
| Agniveer GD (WMP) | 17½ – 22 Years (Born between 01 July 2005 to 01 July 2009) | Class 10th/Matric pass with 45% marks in aggregate and 33% in each subject. (Indian Gorkhas: Class 10th simple pass). |
# Note: Upper age limit is relaxable up to 30 years for widows of Defence personnel who died in harness.
Physical Standards
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Height (Male): Haryana (170 cm), Himachal Pradesh (163 cm).
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Height (Female): 162 cm (Relaxations applicable for North East, Gorkhas, Garhwalis, Ladakher, and Tribals).
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Chest (Male): 77 cm (+5 cm expansion).
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Chest (Female): Capable of 5 cm expansion.
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Weight: Based on BMI (proportional to height and age).
Vacancy
Not mentioned in the official notification.
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Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in two phases:
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Phase I: Online Common Entrance Exam (CEE) – Multiple Choice Questions (Normalisation of marks will be applied).
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Phase II: Recruitment Rally (Physical Fitness Test, Physical Measurement, and Medical Examination).
Instructions to Candidates
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Reporting: Candidates must report at the rally site by 0400 hours on scheduled dates. Entry gates close at 0600 hours.
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Admit Card: Carry a color print of the admit card on good quality paper (do not shrink).
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Aadhaar Card: Mandatory for identity proof and biometric authentication.
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Grooming: Candidates must be clean-shaven (except Sikh candidates).
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Tattoo: Permanent body tattoos are only allowed on the inner face of forearms or back of the hand. Tribal candidates have specific exemptions with required certificates.
How to Apply Online
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Visit the official website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.
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Check your eligibility status and create your profile.
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Log in and fill in the application form accurately (Height must be filled to the millimeter).
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Upload a recent photograph and enter your Aadhaar number.
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Pay the examination fee of Rs. 250/- online.
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Indicate five choices for the exam center.
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Submit and take a printout of the application for future reference.
Contact / Helpdesk
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Contact Number (ZRO Ambala): 0171-2600269
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Address: Chander Sekhar Marg Near Umrao Singh Fly Over Bridge, Ambala Cantt (Haryana).
Important Links Table
| Link | Details |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Practice Test (CEE) | Available on JIA Website |
Source Line: Information summarized from the official recruitment notifications of Indian Army ZRO Ambala.
Final Advice: Candidates are advised to read the full notification on the official portal and verify all details before applying. Ensure that your mobile number and email ID remain active throughout the recruitment process for updates via SMS and email.