About Indian Airforce Indian Air Force is the air arm of Indian Armed Forces. Primary mission of Indian Air Force is to secure Indian Air Space and conduct aerial warfare. Indian Air Force complements the other two arms – Indian Army and Indian Navy to provide national security to country. Indian Air Force is ranked number fourth among the air forces of the world. How to join Indian Airforce as an Officer There are different entry points to join Indian Air Force as commissioned officers. Candidates short-listed after the initial…
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How to become an officer in the Indian Navy (IN)
About Indian Navy Indian Navy is the Naval branch of Indian Armed Forces. The primary objective of Indian Navy is to guard India’s maritime borders in conjunction with other armed forces. Indian Navy is a three-dimensional force which operates above sea, on sea and under the sea to deter or defeat any acts of aggression against India, to protect its maritme interests both in times of war and peace. Naval officers are selected purely on merit without any distinction of caste, creed or religion from across the country. How to…
How to become an officer in the Indian Army (IA)
Job Profile Army officers are tactical operation leaders and start their career as commander of a platoon. A platoon is generally the smallest military unit which is led by an army officer who is usually a lieutenant. In special units such as special forces, the platoon leader is a captain due to the increased responsibility of the position. Army officers are responsible for the training, discipline, control and tactical employment of their unit. Everything an army unit does or does not do falls under the responsibility of its leader. An…