Indian Army SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 [379 Posts]

The Indian Army has released the official notification for the 68th Short Service Commission (Technical) Course (October 2026). Unmarried male and female engineering graduates are invited to apply online for 379 SSC Officer posts. Selected candidates will be commissioned as Lieutenants in the Indian Army.

Indian Army SSC Officer Recruitment 2026: Overview

About Indian Army SSC (Technical) Recruitment 2026

The Short Service Commission (Technical) entry allows engineering graduates to serve as commissioned officers in the Indian Army. The course is conducted at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai, and leads to the rank of Lieutenant after successful completion of training.

Vacancy Details

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must possess a BE/B.Tech degree in notified engineering streams such as:
  • Civil Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Computer Science / IT
  • Electronics & Communication
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Other notified streams
• Degree must be from an AICTE / UGC-recognized Indian institution
• Final-year students may apply, provided their final semester results are declared on or before 01 October 2026

Age Limit (as on 01 October 2026)

Nationality & Marital Status

• Nationality:
  • Indian citizens
  • Citizens of Nepal
  • Candidates from specified East African countries (with eligibility certificate)
• Marital Status: Unmarried

Pay Scale & Benefits

• Stipend during training: ₹56,100 per month
• Rank on commissioning: Lieutenant
• Annual CTC: Approx. ₹17–18 lakh (including allowances)
• Additional benefits:
  • Military Service Pay
  • HRA / Field Area Allowance
  • Medical facilities
  • Leave Travel Concessions
  • Pension benefits (as per rules)

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be done through the following stages:

1. Online Application
2. Shortlisting based on Academic Marks
   • Cut-off percentage published in March 2026
3. SSB Interview (5 Days – April to June 2026)
4. Medical Examination
5. Final Merit List & Joining Letter

Physical Standards (Indicative)

For Men

• 2.4 km run – 10 min 30 sec
• Push-ups – 40
• Pull-ups – 6

For Women

• 2.4 km run – 13 min
• Push-ups – 15
• Pull-ups – 2

✔ Basic swimming knowledge is mandatory for all candidates.

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How to Apply for Indian Army SSC Officer Recruitment 2026

Interested and eligible candidates may apply online by following the steps below:

1. Visit the official Join Indian Army Recruitment Portal
2. Click on Officer Entry – SSC (Technical) Course
3. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number
4. Fill in personal, educational, and communication details
5. Upload required documents
6. Submit the application before the last date
7. Take a printout of the application for future reference

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FAQs – Indian Army SSC (Technical) Recruitment 2026

Q1. Who can apply for Indian Army SSC (Tech) 2026?
Engineering graduates (BE/B.Tech), unmarried men and women, aged 20–27 years can apply.

Q2. Can final-year engineering students apply?
Yes, provided their final results are declared before 01 October 2026.

Q3. What is the salary after commissioning?
The approximate CTC is ₹17–18 LPA, including allowances.

Q4. Is there any written exam for SSC (Tech)?
No. Candidates are shortlisted based on academic marks and selected through SSB Interview.