Do Indian Army officers get vehicles?

The Army’s Quarter Master General (QMG) branch on May 24 directed that officers would be able to buy cars worth up to only Rs 12 lakh, excluding GST, and with an engine capacity up to 2,500 CC through the CSD route from June 1 onwards.

Which car is provided to army officer?

Mahindra Rakshak The Rakshak is an armoured military vehicle built by Mahindra. The vehicles are based on the Scorpio as well as the Bolero.

Can we get car from Army canteen?

CSD (Canteen Stores Department) or Army Canteen offers goods to Defence personnel at subsidized rates. In fact, one can even purchase a car at subsidized rates through Army canteen. There are as many as 34 CSD Depots across the country and an eligible person can purchase a vehicle through the nearest outlet.

Do army personnel get discount on cars?

Military personnel get an exemption from GST on the value of the car in addition to the regular cash benefits. Interestingly, Army authorities say that while last year the auto sales decreased across the country, sale through CSD increased by 40 per cent. Last year, the CSD sold cars worth Rs 6,000 crore.

Do you have to be married to get an army house?

The Ministry of Defence said, ‘From today you no longer have to be married to live in Army Service Families Accommodation. If you are in a long term relationship, you are now eligible to apply for surplus housing. ‘

Who is entitled to HRA in the Indian Armed Forces?

My answer is based on the fact that Indian Armed Forces include all 3 Services namely Army, Navy and Air Force. Every Officer is entitled for accommodation (Family or Bachelor/Singles depending upon his marital status) or he/she can also avail HRA in-lieu of semi-furnished accommodation.

Who is eligible for residential quarters after marriage in the Indian Army?

If you are married or if you have been allowed to live out with your dependent parents, you are eligible for residential quarters. After marriage every officer gers personal quarters for family according to seniority & availability. Means the senior officers like colonal gets quarters first & captain gets last.

Can a non commissioned officer wear a chevron in the Indian Army?

The Indian Army’s Non-Commissioned ranks are officially authorized to wear chevrons in the Regiment/Corps design. The different ranks under Other Ranks Officer are given below in order of smaller to larger. For either the determined Sailor or Officer ranks, there are endless chances to make a Navy career even more noteworthy.

What is the use of government vehicle in the Indian Army?

The government vehicle is also provided to go till railway station or airport when proceeding on leave or posting along with family. (for authority supporting the answer refer point 4 in Raul Sodat Najwa’s answer to What are the facilities provided for a captain in the Indian Army? )