“Who fights? Who supports? Who wins?” — The Complete Answer for SSB Aspirants

Every victory has a story.

When the enemy attacks…

When bullets cut through the wind…

When mountains roar and desert sands burn…

It is the Indian Army that faces the danger first — and wins.

But do you know who actually fights at the frontline?

Who brings the tanks, rockets, missiles?

Who flies the helicopters?

Who builds bridges overnight in raging rivers?

And who ensures the soldier has food… ammo… and hope?

Let’s dive into the real battlefield roles — the Combat Arms and the Crucial Support Services that keep the Army unbeatable.

⚔️ Combat Arms – The Warriors Who Take the Fight Head-on

These are the soldiers who see the enemy in the eye.

🟢 1️⃣ Infantry – “Queen of Battle”

When war begins, Infantry leads.

When war ends, Infantry holds the land.

• Fight in mountains, deserts, jungles, cities
• The most manpower-intensive arm
• Specialists in close-quarter combat
• Known for courage & sacrifice

“One bullet can take a life.

One infantryman can defend a nation.”

🛡 2️⃣ Armoured Corps – “Tank Warriors”

The Armour is the king in the battlefield chessboard.

• Operates battle tanks like T-90, Arjun MBT
• Spearheads shock action and deep strikes
• Moves fast, hits hard, breaks enemy lines

When tanks roll, wars change direction.

⚙️ 3️⃣ Mechanised Infantry – “Fast Attack Infantry”

A perfect marriage of infantry & armour.

• Rapid mobility inside ICVs (BMP-2, future FICVs)
• Fight with tanks in mobile warfare
• Best suited for plains & deserts

They arrive with armour… and fight like infantry.

🔥 4️⃣ Artillery – “God of War”

Before the infantry advances…

Artillery softens the battlefield.

• Uses howitzers, rockets, missiles, UAVs
• Controls long-range firepower
• India's deadliest fire punch: Bofors, Dhanush, K9 Vajra, Pinaka, BrahMos

Enemy fears tanks. Enemy dreads artillery.

🚁 5️⃣ Army Aviation Corps – “Eyes in the Sky”

They support from above — fast and fierce.

• Attack Helicopters (Apache — joint ops)
• Rudra, Dhruv, Cheetah/Chetak
• Evacuations, recon missions, high-altitude support

They bring speed where life runs slow — Siachen is their home turf.

🧱 6️⃣ Corps of Engineers – “Builders of Victory”

They turn obstacles into pathways.

• Builds bridges, bunkers, roads, runways
• Clears minefields & executes demolitions
• Water supply & fortifications

They build the road to victory

and blow up the enemy’s road to retreat.

🛡️ 7️⃣ Army Air Defence – “Shield of the Skies”

Every missile in the sky is not the enemy — unless AAD decides so.

• Neutralizes enemy aircraft, drones, helicopters, missiles
• Operates Akash, L-70 guns, and modern radar systems

They protect the army from dangers we can’t even see.

📡 8️⃣ Corps of Signals – “The Silent Force”

No communication = No command = No victory

• Establish secure radio, data & satellite networks
• Electronic warfare & cyber communication

They don’t shout orders —

they make sure orders are heard loud & clear.

🪂 9️⃣ Para SF & Para Airborne – “The Men Who Dare”

The tip of the spear.

First to enter enemy territory, last to leave.

• Counter-terror, hostage rescue, surgical strikes
• Free fall, underwater, jungle, desert, high-alt warfare
• Small teams. Big impact.

Motto: “Balidan Param Dharma”

Sacrifice is a soldier’s duty — and their identity.

🚚 The Silent Heroes: Combat Support & Logistics

A soldier cannot fight with empty stomachs, empty magazines, or broken machines.

That’s why these Units are the Army’s lifeline:

🍲 ASC – Army Service Corps

• Food, fuel, ration supply
• Lifeline of troops in farthest posts

🔧 EME – Corps of Electronics & Mechanical Engineers

• Repairs tanks, guns, machines
• Keeps war technology running

If a tank roars, thank an EME soldier.

🧬 AMC – Army Medical Corps

• Doctors & medics right near the firing line
• Saves lives with courage and compassion

🧱 AOC – Army Ordnance Corps

• Ammunition, weapons, gear supply
• Manages war stockpiles of a nation

🐎 RVC – Remount & Veterinary Corps

• Camel, mule, dog squads
• Animal warfare support in difficult terrains

Mountains don’t allow trucks —

mules become lifelines.

🚔 CMP – Corps of Military Police

• Law, discipline & security in high-risk zones
• Escorts VIPs & military convoys

🧠 Intelligence Corps

• Information warriors
• Tracks enemy movement & threats

Their victories are silent.

Their failures would be loud.

📚 AEC – Army Education Corps

• Enhances soldier skills
• Language, technology & advanced learning

🏁 Final Message for SSB Aspirants

In a battlefield, everyone fights —

Some with guns…

Some with tools…

Some with knowledge…

Some with silence…

But the goal is one:

Nation First — Always & Every Time

In SSB, if asked:

“Which arm do you want to join?”

Answer with depth:

• show passion for the arm
• understanding of its role
• awareness of ground reality

Because…

🪖 The uniform doesn’t make you a warrior — your mindset does.