Terrier Cyber Quest 2026 (TCQ 3.0)

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The Territorial Army, along with CyberPeace, recently launched the third edition of Terrier Cyber Quest 2026 (TCQ 3.0), a national-level hackathon focused on cybersecurity, defence and digital threats.

About Terrier Cyber Quest 2026

• It is a national-level hackathon focused on cybersecurity, defence, and digital threats. 
• It is being organised by the Territorial Army in collaboration with CyberPeace (an Indian non-partisan civil society organisation). 
• The competition aims to bring together talent from educational institutions, industry, research organisations, government bodies, and the Armed Forces. 
• Participants will work on technology-based solutions to address emerging cybersecurity and national security challenges. 
• This year’s competition will be held across three tracks.
  • Bug Hunting: Participants will identify security flaws in simulated critical infrastructure systems. The challenge will begin with an online Capture-the-Flag round, followed by a live final round.
  • AI Kavach: This track will focus on artificial intelligence and machine learning. Participants will develop solutions for detecting threats, identifying unusual activity, and improving cyber defence.
  • Creators Challenge: Content creators, communicators, and influencers can take part in this track. They will be asked to create digital campaigns on threats such as deepfakes, phishing, online scams, and misinformation. 
• The hackathon gives students, technology enthusiasts, and other participants a chance to showcase their skills and work on real-world cybersecurity challenges linked to national security. 
• Winners could further get a chance to visit defence establishments and contribute to future cybersecurity initiatives with the Territorial Army.

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Key Facts about Territorial Army

• It is a part of the Indian Army that consists of volunteers who undergo military training and serve when required. 
• Unlike regular army officers, Territorial Army officers maintain their civilian jobs while dedicating a few weeks each year to military service. 
• It’s a platform for motivated individuals to contribute to national defence without sacrificing their primary professions.
• Often called the “Second Line of Defence,” the TA plays a crucial role in:
  • Relieving the regular army from static duties.
  • Assisting the civil administration in dealing with natural calamities and maintaining essential services.
  • Providing units for the regular Army as and when required.
• Motto: Savdhani Va Shoorta (Vigilance and Valour)
• Eligibility:
  • Nationality: Citizens of India. (Men & Women).
  • Age: 18 to 42 years
  • Educational Qualifications: Graduate from any recognized university
  • Physical Standards: A candidate must be physically and medically fit in all respects.
  • Employment: Gainfully Employed
  • Serving members of the Regular Army/Navy/Air Force/Police/GREF/Para Military and like forces are not eligible.

News: NDTV