The policy regarding induction of women in Armed Forces is laid down
in Government letter dated 11November 2011 which has been issued after
considering the policy paper submitted by a High Level Tri-Service Committee
with the approval of Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC), keeping in view role and
responsibility of the Armed Forces in defending the nation and protecting the
territorial integrity of the country. As per ibid Government letter, women are
inducted as Short Service Commissioned Officers (SSCOs) in the following
Branches of the three Services:
