How to become an Indian para commando?
The Paratroopers (Airborne) are Elite Troops, not Special Forces. Yet their selection compares to some of the Top Special forces Worldwide. Only these Paratroopers can aspire to be a Para Commando (Also called Para SF) and have to take part in one of the toughest selection process in the world. Para Commandos are Special Forces unit of the Indian Army's Parachute Regiment. according to reports, out of 4500 Elite Paratroopers (Airborne) only 1200 are Special Para Commandos (SF). Operate in Squads of 6: Weapons, Demolition, Navigation, Communication & Medical All Indian paratroopers are volunteers. Some enter the Para regiments fresh from recruitment, while others transfer in from regular army units. The first process for an aspirant includes getting into the Paratroopers (Airborne) Battalions (5, 6, 7). This includes a 3-6 months rigorous probation/selection period with a passing rate of just about 30% or less on average. One part was the traditional parachute force, with the 3r...