Indian Army SSC Tech Recruitment 2026 - Complete Details
| Posted on: 02-02-2026 | Ends On: 05-02-2026 |
| Class: Police and Defence Jobs | |
| Qualifications: Engineers (Aeronautical), Engineers (Aerospace), Engineers (Agricultural), Engineers (Automobile), Engineers (Chemical), Engineers (Civil), Engineers (CS/IT), Engineers (Electrical), Engineers (Electronics), Engineers (Electronics and Communication), Engineers (Food Technology), Engineers (Instrumentation), Engineers (Mechanical), Engineers (Metallurgy), Engineers (Mining), Engineers (Others), Engineers (Power), Engineers (Telecommunication) | |
| Experience Type: Fresher | |
| Tenure Type: Permanent | |
| States: All States | |
Indian Army is inviting applications for the 67th Short Service Commission (Technical) Course commencing in October 2026, offering 350 vacancies for men and 29 for women. These positions are for a Short Service Commission, where officers serve for an initial period with options for release after 5, 10, or 14 years, or can opt for a Permanent Commission after 10 years.
Selected candidates will be commissioned as Lieutenants in primary arms such as the Corps of Engineers, Signals, and Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, involving technical leadership and operational management. Candidates must ensure full eligibility compliance regarding engineering streams and age limits before applying, as the application window closes on 04-02-2026 for women and 05-02-2026 for men.
Vacancies & Eligibility Criteria :
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit as on 01-10-2026 | Qualification | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSC (Tech)-67 Men (Civil) | 75 | 20 to 27 years | Engineering Degree in Civil or equivalent streams | Level 10 of 7th CPC (Lieutenant) |
| SSC (Tech)-67 Men (Computer Science) | 60 | Engineering Degree in Computer Science/IT or equivalent streams | ||
| SSC (Tech)-67 Men (Electrical) | 33 | Engineering Degree in Electrical or equivalent streams | ||
| SSC (Tech)-67 Men (Electronics) | 64 | Engineering Degree in Electronics/Telecom or equivalent streams | ||
| SSC (Tech)-67 Men (Mechanical) | 101 | Engineering Degree in Mechanical or equivalent streams | ||
| SSC (Tech)-67 Men (Misc Engg) | 17 | Engineering Degree in Plastic/Food/Agri/Metallurgy etc | ||
| SSC (Tech)-67 Women (Civil) | 07 | Engineering Degree in Civil or equivalent streams | ||
| SSC (Tech)-67 Women (Computer Science) | 04 | Engineering Degree in Computer Science/IT or equivalent streams | ||
| SSC (Tech)-67 Women (Electrical) | 03 | Engineering Degree in Electrical or equivalent streams | ||
| SSC (Tech)-67 Women (Electronics) | 06 | Engineering Degree in Electronics/Telecom or equivalent streams | ||
| SSC (Tech)-67 Women (Mechanical) | 09 | Engineering Degree in Mechanical or equivalent streams | ||
| SSCW Tech (Widows of Defence Personnel) | 01 | Max 35 years | B.E./B.Tech in any engineering stream | |
| SSCW Non-Tech (Widows of Defence Personnel) | 01 | Graduation in any stream | ||
Age Limit & Relaxation
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Dates to Consider:
- Last Date to Apply (Women): 04-02-2026 (up to 3:00 PM)
- Last Date to Apply (Men): 05-02-2026 (up to 3:00 PM)
- Publication of Shortlisting Cut-off Marks: 1st Week of March 2026
- SSB Centre Selection Option: Will be opened for two weeks in March 2026
- Tentative Period of SSB Interview: April to June 2026
- Course Commencement Date: October 2026 (Duration: 49 weeks)
- Deadline to Submit Final Marksheet of Engineering Degree : 01-10-2026 (Final-year candidates whose final examinations are scheduled after 01-10-2026 are not eligible)
- Deadline to Submit Degree Certificate: Within 12 weeks from the date of commencement of training at PCTA.
Mode of Recruitment :
The selection process will consist of mentioned stages - Shortlisting of Applications, SSB Interview (Stage I & Stage II), Medical Examination, and preparation of final Merit List.
Shortlisting of Applications
No written examination will be conducted for this entry. The competent authority will shortlist applicants on the basis of marks obtained in the engineering / required graduation degree up to the final year, and will allot selection centres. Shortlisted candidates will be given an option to select SSB dates suitable for them, for a period of two weeks during March 2026. Category-wise and trade-wise cut-off marks will be published in the 1st week of March 2026.
SSB Interview
Shortlisted candidates will be called for a five-day interview process at Selection Centres located in Allahabad (UP), Bhopal (MP), Bangalore (Karnataka), and Jalandhar (Punjab). The interview will be conducted in two stages:
| Stage | Details | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Stage I | Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) tests and Picture Perception & Description Test (PP&DT) . | Day 1 |
| Stage II | Psychological Tests, Group Testing Officer (GTO) Tasks, and Personal Interview. | Day 2 to Day 5 |
Only those who pass Stage I will be retained for Stage II testing.
Medical Examination
Candidates who are recommended by the SSB will undergo a medical examination by a Board of Service Medical Officers. Only those candidates who are declared medically fit will be considered for the final merit list.
Merit List
A merit list will be prepared engineering stream-wise based on the marks obtained by the candidate at the SSB interview. Joining letters for 49 weeks long training at Pre-Commissioning Training Academy (PCTA) will be issued based on the merit position, medical fitness, and availability of vacancies. Upon completion of pre-commission training, candidates will be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma in Defence Management and Strategic Studies.
Before joining the Training Academy, Candidates must qualify the following minimum physical standards :
| Serial No. | Activity | Minimum Physical Standard |
|---|---|---|
| (a) | Officer Cadet (Male) – 2.4 Km Run | 10 Minutes 30 Seconds |
| (b) | Push-ups | 40 |
| (c) | Pull-ups | 06 |
| (d) | Sit-ups | 30 |
| (e) | Squats | 30 Repetitions × 2 Sets |
| (f) | Lunges | 10 Repetitions × 2 Sets |
| (g) | Swimming | Basic Knowledge Required |
Fee Structure :
No Application fee is to be paid for participating in this recruitment drive.
How to Apply :
To apply for the Technical Graduate Course through the Indian Army portal, follow these steps:
- Access joinindianarmy.nic.in and click on the Officer Entry Apply/Login option to begin.
- Register your profile using Aadhaar or Matriculation details; if already registered, log in to the dashboard.
- Navigate to the Apply Online link and select the Technical Graduate Course from the eligibility list.
- Complete the multi-part form covering personal info, communication address, and education details. Ensure that name and parents' names match 10th class certificate exactly.
- Enter specific engineering marks and previous SSB interview history if any.
- Use the Save and Continue button at the end of every page to preserve entered data.
- Check the Summary page carefully for errors before hitting the final Submit button.
- Generate and print two copies of the application form (with the roll number) 30 minutes after the portal deadline.
- Do not send any hard copies of the application or certificates to the Indian Army (DG Recruiting) via post at this stage.
- Retain one copy with a self-attested photograph and your signature for personal records and SSB interview.
Related :
- Official Notification - Male | Female
- Online Application