Special Frontier Force – Ranks
The Special Frontier Force (SFF) operates under a unique rank structure that differs from the Indian Army in some aspects. Here’s a breakdown of the ranks, with details available:
Rank Category | Rank | Estimated Number | Notes |
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Officer Ranks | Inspector General (SFF) | 1 | This is the highest rank in the SFF, held by an officer of Major General rank from the Indian Army. They report directly to the Prime Minister’s Office and oversee the entire force. |
Colonel | 6 | Each SFF battalion is commanded by a Colonel, typically seconded from the Indian Army. They are responsible for the overall leadership and operational planning of their respective battalions. | |
Lieutenant Colonel | 6-12 | Lieutenant Colonels serve as deputy commanders and heads of major departments within the battalions. They are also often seconded from the Indian Army. | |
Major | 12-24 | Majors typically command companies within the battalions and play a crucial role in training and leading SFF personnel. They can be either SFF officers or seconded from the Indian Army. | |
Captain | 24-48 | Captains lead platoons within companies and are responsible for the direct supervision and training of SFF personnel. They can be either SFF officers or seconded from the Indian Army. | |
Lieutenant | 48-96 | Lieutenants are the junior most commissioned officers in the SFF and lead small sections within platoons. They can be either SFF officers or directly commissioned into the SFF. | |
Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) Ranks | Subedar Major | 1 |
The Subedar Major is the senior most JCO in the battalion and acts as the advisor to the Commanding Officer. They are responsible for maintaining discipline and morale among the troops. |
Subedar | 6-12 | Subedars hold senior positions within companies and platoons, often leading sections or acting as platoon sergeants. They are experienced soldiers with extensive knowledge of SFF operations and training. | |
Jemadar | 12-24 | Jemadars typically lead squads within sections and provide direct supervision to lower ranks. They play a vital role in training and motivating SFF personnel. | |
Other Ranks | Havildar | 24-48 | Havildars are senior non-commissioned officers (NCOs) with leadership responsibilities within squads. They assist Jemadars in training and supervising SFF personnel. |
Naik | 48-96 | Naik’s are junior NCOs who assist Havildars and lead small teams within squads. They are experienced soldiers with specialized skills in various areas. | |
Lance Naik | 96-192 | Lance Naiks are the most senior enlisted personnel within a squad and act as team leaders. They are responsible for the well-being and performance of their assigned soldiers. | |
Sepoy | 480-768 | Sepoys are the basic rank of enlisted personnel in the SFF. They undergo rigorous training and are deployed for various operational tasks. |
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Special Frontier Force – History, Role & Tibetan Elite Mountain Warfare Unit
The Special Frontier Force, or SFF, is a very secretive Indian military group. The Special Frontier Force’s battalions are collectively known as the Vikas battalions. The SFF was formed after the 1962 war between India and China. It was created to be a special task force to do dangerous missions. The SFF had Tibetan refugees who could survive and fight in the mountains where China is located. At first, the SFF did spy and sabotage tasks behind enemy lines against China. Over the years, the SFF started doing other top-secret missions along India’s borders. It now uses unconventional fighting methods for high-risk operations that normal military forces may not be able to do. Though not talked about openly, the hushed SFF plays an important role in India’s defense and security.
Table of Content
- Special Frontier Force
- Special Frontier Force – Vikas Battalion
- About Special Frontier Force – SFF
- History of Special Frontier Force
- Special Frontier Force – Timeline
- Special Frontier Force – Latest News
- Role of SFF – Role In National Security
- Special Frontier Force – Ranks
- Special Frontier Force – Operations
- Special Frontier Force – Awards Received
- Important operations of SFF