136 Inf Bn (TA) Eco Mahar Recruitment Rally 2026 for 62 Vacancies
The 136 Infantry Battalion (Territorial Army) Ecological, Mahar has announced the 136 Inf Bn (TA) Eco Mahar Recruitment Rally 2026 for ex-servicemen of the Armed Forces and ex-women employees of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF & CC) and the State Forest Department. The rally will be held at Guards Regimental Centre, Garuda Dwar, Kamptee, Nagpur from 23 to 25 November 2026, starting at 5:00 AM.
A total of 62 vacancies are on offer, with 53 Soldier (General Duty) posts and 9 Tradesmen posts, open to ex-servicemen from all over India. There is no online application. Eligible candidates must report directly to the rally venue with their original documents. In this article, we have covered the 136 Eco TA rally vacancy, eligibility, physical standards, documents, selection process and terms of engagement. You can also check the Indian Army TES 57 notification 2026 for other Army updates.
Quick summary:
➤ Unit: 136 Infantry Battalion (Territorial Army) Ecological, Mahar
➤ Who can apply: Ex-servicemen (pension holders) and ex-women employees of MoEF & CC / State Forest Department
➤ Vacancies: 62 (Soldier GD 53 + Tradesmen 9)
➤ Rally venue: Guards Regimental Centre, Garuda Dwar, Kamptee, Nagpur
➤ Rally dates: 23 to 25 November 2026 (from 5:00 AM)
➤ Age: No minimum age; must enrol within 5 years of discharge / retirement
➤ Height: 160 cm (152 cm for Gorkha, Garhwali and Assamese); 150 cm for ex-women employees
➤ Selection: Document check, physical tests, interview, medical
➤ Engagement: 2 years, extendable by 1 year (non-pensionable)
➤ Helpline: 9168168136
136 Inf Bn (TA) Eco Mahar Recruitment Rally 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Unit | 136 Infantry Battalion (Territorial Army) Ecological, Mahar |
| Recruitment Type | Recruitment rally (walk-in) |
| Eligible Candidates | Ex-servicemen (all India) and ex-women employees of MoEF & CC / State Forest Department |
| Total Vacancies | 62 |
| Rally Venue | Phase I, Guards Regimental Centre, Garuda Dwar, Kamptee, Nagpur (Maharashtra) |
| Rally Dates | 23 to 25 November 2026 |
| Application Mode | Direct reporting at the rally venue |
| Enquiry Number | 9168168136 |
136 Eco TA Rally 2026 Schedule
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 23 and 24 November 2026 | Run and physical tests |
| 25 November 2026 | Medical and documentation |
Reporting time is 5:00 AM. Candidates who do not report at the venue on the given dates and time will not be allowed in the rally.
136 Inf Bn (TA) Eco Vacancy 2026
| Post | Vacancies | Recruitment Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Soldier (General Duty) | 53 | All India |
| Soldier Clerk (GD) – Tradesman | 7 | All India |
| Housekeeper – Tradesman | 1 | All India |
| Washerman – Tradesman | 1 | All India |
| Total | 62 |
136 Eco TA Rally Eligibility 2026
- Ex-servicemen: Must be an ex-serviceman (pension holder) from the Armed Forces.
- Ex-women employees: Must be ex-women employees with at least 20 years of service in MoEF & CC or a State Forest Department.
- Age: There is no minimum age limit for ex-servicemen and ex-women employees. However, they must be enrolled within 5 years from the date of discharge / retirement, as on the date of recruitment.
- Medical category: SHAPE I.
- Character: Exemplary / Very Good.
- Candidates must not be involved in any civil or criminal case.
136 Eco TA Physical Standards
| Parameter | Ex-Servicemen | Ex-Women Employees (MoEF & CC / Forest Dept) |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 160 cm (152 cm for Gorkha, Garhwali and Assamese) | 150 cm |
| Weight | Minimum 50 kg | Minimum 42 kg |
| Chest | 82 cm with minimum 5 cm expansion | Should be capable of 5 cm chest expansion |
136 Eco TA Rally Selection Process
For Ex-Servicemen
- Initial document check
- 1 mile run
- 9 feet ditch
- Pull-ups
- Balance beam
- Interview by Board of Officers
- Medical examination
For Ex-Women Employees of MoEF & CC / State Forest Department
- Initial document check
- Interview by Board of Officers
- Proficiency test in afforestation and nursery-related activities
- Medical examination
Documents Required for 136 Eco TA Rally
- Pension Payment Order (PPO) in original
- Discharge book – original and self-attested copy
- Domicile certificate – original and self-attested copy
- Ex-servicemen identity card
- Aadhaar card – original and self-attested copy
- Recent colour passport-size photographs – 10 copies
- Educational certificates
Terms of Engagement
- Enrolment is purely on merit and vacancy.
- Service in the Eco TA is non-pensionable.
- Enrolment is initially for 2 years and may be extended by one year based on performance.
- Ex-servicemen (Other Ranks) will be enrolled as Sepoy and can serve till 50 years of age.
- Once enrolled, candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India.
- An enrolled individual can be discharged if found undesirable or unsuitable.
- The previous pension of ex-servicemen will remain untouched.
Important Instructions
- Mobile phones are not allowed during the recruitment rally.
- The authorities are not responsible for any accident or injury during the rally.
- Recruitment in the Army is free and fair. Do not pay a bribe to anyone and beware of touts. Candidates caught paying a bribe will be disqualified and face legal action.
- Overwritten, tampered or fake documents will lead to cancellation of candidature and legal action, even after enrolment.
136 Eco TA Rally 2026 for West Bengal Ex-Servicemen
The rally is open to ex-servicemen from all over India, so eligible ex-servicemen from West Bengal can attend. The venue is at Kamptee near Nagpur in Maharashtra, so candidates should plan their travel to reach by 5:00 AM on 23 November 2026, with all original documents and 10 photographs. Remember that you must join within 5 years of your discharge. Other uniformed service updates are available in the Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 01/2027 and the Kolkata Police recruitment 2026 articles.
136 Inf Bn (TA) Eco Mahar Recruitment Rally 2026 FAQs
Q1. Where is the 136 Eco TA recruitment rally 2026?
At Phase I, Guards Regimental Centre, Garuda Dwar, Kamptee, Nagpur.
Q2. What are the rally dates?
23 to 25 November 2026. Physical tests are on 23–24 November and medical / documentation on 25 November.
Q3. How many vacancies are there?
62: 53 Soldier (GD) and 9 Tradesmen (7 Soldier Clerk, 1 Housekeeper and 1 Washerman).
Q4. Who can attend the rally?
Ex-servicemen (pension holders) from all over India and ex-women employees of MoEF & CC / State Forest Department with at least 20 years of service.
Q5. Is the service pensionable?
No. Service in the Eco TA is non-pensionable, but the existing pension of ex-servicemen continues.
Q6. Is there any application fee?
The notice does not mention any fee. Candidates only need to report to the rally with their documents.
136 Eco TA Recruitment Rally 2026 Important Links
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Territorial Army Official Website | territorialarmy.in |
| Indian Army Official Website | joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join Now |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Now |
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