Lt Gen RS Sundaram Takes Charge as Director General of Recruiting for the Indian Army
NEW DELHI, April 11, 2026 — Lieutenant General RS Sundaram, SM, VSM, has officially assumed the prestigious appointment of Director General of Recruiting for the Indian Army, marking a significant transition in the force’s human resource management.
A highly distinguished officer, Lt Gen Sundaram brings a wealth of expertise to the role, backed by extensive experience across operational, staff, and leadership assignments.
His career is marked by notable honors, including the Sena Medal (SM) for gallantry and the Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) for his exceptional and distinguished service to the nation.
This high-profile appointment reinforces the Indian Army’s strategic focus on maintaining a meritocratic and rigorous selection process for the next generation of officers and soldiers.
Under the leadership of Lt Gen Sundaram, the Recruiting Directorate is poised to undergo further modernization, aiming for enhanced professionalism, transparency, and responsiveness in its induction procedures.
His stewardship is expected to streamline recruitment cycles and integrate more technology-driven assessment methods, ensuring that the selection process remains robust and future-ready.
By refining the standards of recruitment, this initiative aims to directly bolster the Indian Army’s operational readiness and long-term combat capabilities, ensuring that only the most capable personnel are inducted to meet evolving national security challenges.