Armed Forces Programme

About Course

The Armed Forces Programme is a special course created with the intention of giving armed forces officers the knowledge, abilities, and perspectives necessary for their smooth transfer into the corporate world.

A significant group of well-groomed, highly driven individuals who are used to working in a system where they are expected to set high personal standards and high achievement goals make up the Indian Armed Forces. Armed forces officers are renowned for being independent, creative, ingenious, and extremely adaptable. They also possess courage, drive, knowledge, altruism, and honesty. They set an example for and motivate the guys who report to them to accomplish great feats under demanding circumstances. The military officers are equipped with the necessary abilities, discipline, and focus to lead successful lives.

For veterans, The corporate world is interested in the potential for a new employment that utilises their skills, the potential for a relatively easy transition back into civilian society, and the opportunity for a second career arc. They bring a lot of expertise and a variety of talents to organisations that are continuously looking for leaders that can innovate, think large, have a firm vision, not hesitate in taking measured chances and taking responsibility, diligent and disciplined, and deliver results. Veterans who have served in the military forces and identified as 'WE' resonate with these ideals.

A wealth of capabilities, including those in engineering, aerospace, medicine, supply chain management, communication, technology, cyber security, project and programme management, and human resources, might be tapped into by experienced and seasoned soldiers.  Corporate India will benefit from our military veterans' diverse perspectives, quick decision-making skills, and capacity to consistently produce outcomes as we intensify our efforts to consistently offer the best under any conditions.

Course Highlights

Check all the important details about the Armed Forces Programme from the table given below:

Particular	Value
Course Name	Armed Forces Programme
Course Level	Special Course
Course Duration	6 Months
Eligibility Criteria	The program is intended for military personnel who desire to transfer into the business world or who want to improve their knowledge, abilities, and perspective on the corporate world.
Entrance Exams	National Defense Academy (NDA) Exam, Combined Defense Services (CDS) Exam, or the Army Cadet College (ACC) Entry, CAT, etc.
Admission process	Entrance Exam + Group Discussion + Personal Interview (GD-PI)
Examination Type	Terms based
Age	No age limit
Average Annual Fees	INR 65,00,000-3,00,000
Average Annual Salary	INR 2,0`0,000-10,00,000
Top recruiters	Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Tata Advanced Systems, Bharat Earth Movers, Larsen & Toubro, etc.
Job Profiles	planning operations, Maintaining Warfare, commanding, training, commissioned officers, Non-Commissioned officers, etc.

Why study Armed Forces Programme?

Armed Forces, Military organisations, assessments of national security risks, the art of war, and the deployment of targeted forces in national defence. Let's examine each word's definition that is utilised in the definition.

(i). Analysis of Military Structure - Early armies began with foot soldiers before developing into the Chaturanga Bala force, which included chariots, elephants, cavalry, and infantry. About the army's organisation, our old wrote. The soldiers were instructed in the use of weaponry and taught how to ride horses and elephants.

(ii). National Security - Any nation must contend with enemies, environmental threats, natural disaster threats, and other dangers. Understanding the different types of dangers and how to combat them is crucial.

(iii). Art of Warfare - The act of combat between two armies is referred to as warfare. When two nations engage in combat, they use various plans and tactics to take the victory.

(iv). Armed skill - To help soldiers become proficient with their own weapons, they were taught how to use them and forced to practise every day. Ancient armies employed a variety of weaponry for which training was necessary.

(v). Bow and arrow proficiency - During that time, learning to use a "Bow and Arrow" in combat was one of the major abilities required of troop.

 Admission Process

Admission can be done both online and offline. An Armed Forces Programme can also be started with an immediate visit to the college admissions office. 

Types of Armed Forces Programme

The offers Armed Forces Programme full-time and part-time, alternatives for candidate follow-up. The following publications are listed below.

 (2). Full-Time: The Armed Forces Programme course lasts six months and has the advantage of allowing for military personnel who desire to transfer into the business world or who want to improve their knowledge, abilities, and perspective on the corporate world.

(3). Part-time: The program is designed for professionals who are currently employed and cannot take time off for full-time study. A part-time Armed Forces Programme is a great advantage.

Admission process

Admission to the Armed Forces Programme is based on both the entrance exam and the achievements made. Below is the recruitment process for this:

(I). Filling out the application form: Visit the websites of the interested universities/institutes and fill out the application form, but first read the instructions on how to fill out the form correctly.

(ii).  Required Documents: A form is required to fill in various documents such as Aadhaar Card, Pan Card, Photo, Timecard, etc. Double check before final submission: Before final submission of the application form, make sure there are no errors in it.

 (iii) Make Payment: After completing the registration form, you will need to make an online payment.

(iv) Print Receipt: After payment, the applicant must print the last page of the receipt for future reference. Students have the option of being admitted directly to the course by completing the recruitment brochure and completing the offline recruitment form.

Accepted Entrance Exam

Below is the list of some of the entrance exams for the Armed Forces Programme:

UPSC NDA	Service Commission Exam	CAT
CDS	XAT	MAT
ACC	CMAT	SNAP
UPSC NA	MAH CET	IBSAT

Skills Required

An Armed Forces Programme is a program designed to enhance your skills and knowledge for military personnel who desire to transfer into the business world or who want to improve their knowledge, abilities, and perspective on the corporate world.

Physical Fitness	Leadership	Work under Pressure
Patience and the capacity to maintain composure under pressure.	Communication skills	Problem-solving
The capacity to function well in a team.	Time management	Decision-making skills
Abilities to rapidly follow directions and actively listen.	Endurance	Operations Management

Fee Structure

The fee Structure For the Armed Forces Programme is listed below:

Indian Institute Of Management, Ahmedabad	INR 35,00,000
National Defence College, New Delhi	INR 2,00,000
Defence Services Staff College, Wellington, Tamil Nadu	INR 1,00,000
Armed Force Medical College, Pune	INR 90,0710
Institute Of Military Law, New Delhi	INR 1,45,000
National Defense Academy, Pune	INR 34,000
Army War College, Madhya Pradesh	NA
High Altitude Warfare School, Jammu and Kashmir	INR 20,200
School of Artillery, Deolali, Maharashtra	NA

Selection Criteria

The selection process for this course is that students must complete a degree with 50% and also clear the entrance test. Some colleges conduct interviews for this course. After this process, students who have been selected will get an email from that university.

Course Comparison

 Armed Forces Programme vs Military Academies

Parameter	Armed Forces Programme	Military Academies
Course Name	Armed Forces Programme	Military Academies
Course Overview	The Armed Forces Programme is a special course created with the intention of giving armed forces officers the knowledge, abilities, and perspectives necessary for their smooth transfer into the corporate world	Wargaming and simulation, local studies, counterterrorism and insurgency, Chinese studies, strategic thinking evaluation, international security issues, maritime security studies, Eurasian studies, Southeast Asian studies, material acquisition, joint logistics, and national security strategy in peace and war are among the topics covered in the course
Duration	6 Months	2 years
Eligibility	Bachelor’s degree in any stream with 50% aggregate	10+2 from recognized board.
Entrance Exams	CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, GMAT, IIFT, etc.	·         CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, GMAT, IIFT, etc.
Average Annual Fees	INR 5,00,000-15,00,000	INR 3,00,000-10,00,000
Top Colleges	Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington, National Defense Academy (NDA) Khadakwasla.	National Defense College (NDC) New Delhi, College of Defense Management (CDM) Secunderabad etc.

Top Colleges

Top colleges of Armed Forces Programme are listed below:

Name of College	Average Annual Fee(INR)	Location
Indian Institute Of Management	INR 35,00,000	Ahmedabad
National Defense College	INR 2,00,000	New Delhi
Defense Services Staff College	INR 1,00,000	Wellington, Tamil Nadu
Armed Force Medical College	INR 90,0710	Pune
Institute Of Military Law	INR 1,45,000	New Delhi
National Defence Academy	INR 34,000	Pune
Army War College	NA	Madhya Pradesh
High Altitude Warfare School	INR 20,200	Jammu and Kashmir
School of Artillery	NA	Maharashtra

Job & Placements

The Armed Forces Programme includes the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force in addition to a variety of additional job descriptions. These job descriptions offer chances to serve the nation and further its objectives. Some of the most significant job descriptions in India's armed services are listed below:

Job Profile

Following are some of the job’s profiles available for an Armed Forces Programme:

Job Profile	Job Description
Officer with a commission	Officers with commissions are directing and controlling military formations. They are in organizing and carrying out military actions, leading troops, and maintaining the welfare and discipline of the people under their command. The National Defence Academy (NDA) and the Combined Defence Services Examination (CASE) are two admission programs used to recruit commissioned officers.
Soldier/Enlisted persons	Soldiers, also referred to as enlisted persons, are the foundation of the armed forces. They execute a variety of tasks, including combat operations, equipment maintenance, support services, and specialized responsibilities dependent on their training. Various recruitment marches and selection procedures are used to enlist soldiers.
Indian Air Force, pilots	In the Indian Air Force, pilots are flying a variety of aircraft, such as fighter jets, transport planes, and helicopters. To acquire the essential flying talents, fighting strategies, and mission planning skills, they go through rigorous training. Navigation, warfare, logistics, engineering, and administration are just a few of the many responsibilities that naval officers in the Indian Navy may have
Medical Officer	Medical officers can provide medical care to military personnel and their families. They oversee providing medical treatment, attending to wounds and illnesses, and putting preventative measures into action. They work for navy ships, mobile medical units, and military hospitals.
Technical Officer	All branches of the armed services employ technical officers to oversee and keep up with the technical aspects of equipment and systems. Their areas of specialization include engineering, electronics, communication, information technology, and military systems.
Special Forces	Members of the Special Forces are highly competent and skilled troops who are used in unconventional conflict, hostage rescue, and other specialized operations. They go through extensive training and can function in demanding conditions.
Operations Manager	You will be directing and improving an airport enterprise's daily operations as an operations manager in agribusiness management. The organization's effectiveness, production, and profitability will be your main concerns. Your obligations might include

Top Recruiters

Listed here some of the top recruiters which hire graduates Armed Forces Programme are as under:

The Royal Indian Navy	The Royal Indian Navy	Medical Army
Indian Army	Indian Army	Larsen & Toubro
The Royal Indian Air Force	The Royal Indian Air Force	Marketing companies
Infosys	Infosys	Accenture

Average Salary

Depending on the role they occupy, graduates may earn different amounts of money. Several additional factors may affect an Armed Forces Programme income in India, in addition to experience, location, and the sector they work in. Additionally, when candidates get more experience and practical exposure, they might advance to better jobs and receive higher salary slabs. 

Job Role	Average Annual Fee(INR)
Airport Manager	8,00,000
HR Manager	7,00,000
Director of Operations	8,00,000
Marketing Manager	6,00,000
Technical Officer	3,00,000

Career/Scope

The course has established a placement committee to facilitate and organise all activities related to the transition from the corporate culture to the working environment of the armed forces. The information about the committee members is included in the brochure so that employers and potential candidates may contact easily and get all the information. They require about each candidate. Once this brochure has been distributed to potential employers, it is anticipated that these companies would engage in online contact or college site visits to meet with the prospects.

Career options after Armed Forces Programme

The following is a list of the numerous steps to ensure smooth interactions:

1. Through the official mail ID address listed in the brochure, interested employees or firms are contacted to request job descriptions for various relevant roles, portfolios, or opportunities.

2 Through the placement committee, eligible applicants may submit applications for these occupations that have been advertised or distributed.

3. The companies may approach the most likely and qualified individuals. If they wish to conduct interviews or other interactions with those prospects, they may notify the placement committee via the designated email address well in advance.

Job Profiles after Armed Forces Programme are planning operations, Maintaining Warfare, commanding, training, commissioned officers, Non-Commissioned officers, etc.

 

Skills that make you the best in Armed Forces Programme

To excel as Armed Forces Programme, many skills are required that will help to increase the individual learning curve and boost a practical approach that must be inculcated in the continuous learning environment.

(ii). Interpersonal skills

(iii). Leadership skills

(iv). Problem-Solving skills

(v). Analytical skills

(vi). Listening skills

(8). FAQs

(1). What is an Armed Forces Programme?

 Ans: The Armed Forces Programme is a special course created with the intention of giving armed forces officers the knowledge, abilities, and perspectives necessary for their smooth transfer into the corporate world. 

(2). What are the eligibility criteria for pursuing an Armed Forces Programme?

Ans. The eligibility standard for Armed Forces Programme is that applicants have to have finished graduation. 

(3). What career opportunities are available after completing an Armed Forces Programme?

Ans: Armed Forces Programme can pursue various career paths. They may work as planning operations, Maintaining Warfare, commanding, training, commissioned officers, Non-Commissioned officers, etc.

(4). How long does it take to complete an Armed Forces Programme?

Ans. The duration of an Armed Forces Programme it takes 6 Months. 

Ans. The admission process for Armed Forces Programme is both merit-based and entrance based. The process is completed online.

Ans. National Défense Academy (NDA) Exam, Combined Défense Services (CDS) Exam, or the Army Cadet College (ACC) Entry, CAT, etc are some of the top entrance examinations for an Armed Forces Programme

Ans. The best College for this program is Indian Institute Of Management, Ahmedabad.

Ans. Planning operations, Maintaining Warfare, commanding, training, commissioned officers, Non-Commissioned officers, etc. Are some of the most popular job profiles for Armed Forces Programme

(9). What are some of the top recruiting companies for an Armed Forces Programme?

Ans. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Tata Advanced Systems, Bharat Earth Movers, Larsen & Toubro, etc are some of the top recruiting companies for Armed Forces Programme.