Akash Singh Akash Singh Asked 6 months ago

Does mental health disqualify you from the draft?

Planning to apply for some defense services recruitment exams next year, I've had some history with anxiety in the past for which I received therapy. I'm much better now, but I'm worried if having a history of mental health issues would disqualify me from joining the forces.

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Siddharth Sen Siddharth Sen Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago
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Even I was reading up on the defense recruitment rules because of my own anxiety issues. Do they really check old therapy records during the medical rounds? If anyone here has gone through the process with mild anxiety, please share your experience.

Harish Rawat Harish Rawat Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

I can understand how stressful these military medical requirements can be. Usually, documented history of clinical anxiety or depression is taken very seriously during army selection. It is always better to keep your mind calm and focus on meditation first while you sort out the paperwork.

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Consult a psychiatry specialist

Varun Mehta Varun Mehta Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

While you look into the official physical and mental medical standards, do try to focus on clean eating and reducing caffeine to manage your stress naturally. Diet plays a huge role in keeping the mind stable. It won't change the official rules, but it helps you face the evaluations much better.

Rajesh Khanna Rajesh Khanna Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Yes, standard military screening includes a thorough psychological evaluation, and major conditions are disqualifying. If you have a specific diagnosis, save your time and consult a retired military medical officer or check the official Gazette. They have very clear-cut rules on what is allowed and what isn't.

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Amit Chawla Amit Chawla Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

Bro, my cousin tried for the army medical exam last year and they are super strict about mental health history. If there is a major diagnosis or hospitalization record, they generally reject you. Best to check the official guidelines booklet directly instead of guessing.

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