Border Security Force (BSF)
About
In
1965, the government constituted the Border Security Force to man the extensive
national boundaries, security of the border regions as well as to control any
activities, which could threaten our defence structure. As a part of the Border
Security Force, one has to patrol mountainous terrains, deserts and long
coastal stretches on all modes of transport such as camelback, horseback, on
foot, speedboats or in helicopters.
Qualifications
After
completing bachelor's degree one can apply to BSF through an all India based
competitive examination for the post of Assistant CommandantBSF. Men and women
in the age group of 19-23 years who have completed their graduation in any
stream are eligible for this examination
Skills & Attributes Needed
1.
Outstanding physical fitness
2.
Ability to express views clearly
3.
Perfect vision
4.
Skills like shooting, driving, controlling riots, management of international
borders,
etc.
5.
Functional intelligence
6.
Ability to endure tough working conditions in inhospitable terrain
7.
A confident, responsible and methodical approach to work
8.
Ability to work alone and in a team
9.
Good powers of observation
Institutes
The
following institutes provide military training to aspirants:
1.
Rashtriya Indian Military College, Dehradun
2.
Chail Military School, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
3.
Ajmer Military Schools
4.
North Bengal Frontier Border Security Force, Siliguri, W.B
Career Options
1.
Border Security Force, Government of India
Salary
The
pay scales of different ranks in the Border Security Force are as follows:
•
Assistant Commandant Rs.8,000/- to Rs. 13,500/-
•
Deputy Commandant Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 15,200/-
•Second-in-Command
Rs. 12,000/- to Rs.16,500/-
•Commandant
Rs.14,300/- to Rs.18,300/-