Indian Army Recruitment 2026 — including the latest available entry options and steps to submit your application:
Official Links (Apply & Details)
➡️ Apply Online: Join Indian Army Portal — www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
➡️ Official Notification: Available in the Notification/Downloads section of the same portal. (Indian Army Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online
1. Short Service Commission (SSC) Technical – 67th Entry
✔ What: SSC Technical Entry for Indian Army Officers (engineering graduates)
✔ Apply Online: Through the official Indian Army portal
✔ Application Window:
- Male: 7 Jan – 5 Feb 2026
- Female: 6 Jan – 4 Feb 2026
✔ Mode: Only online at ➤ www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
This recruitment is for technical officers under the Short Service Commission—engineering graduates are eligible and selections are typically through SSB interview based on merit after online application.
2. Short Service Commission (SSC) & NCC Entry
✔ What: Indian Army NCC Special Entry (123rd Course) for 2026
✔ Apply: Online at www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
✔ Last Date: 11 Sep 2025 (previous course cycle) — but similar NCC entries may open again for 2026 sessions (check official portal regularly).
3. 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES) – 55th Entry
✔ What: 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (for 12th pass with science)
✔ Apply Online: Via www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
✔ Course Start: July 2026
✔ Mode: Online application on official portal.
Other Important Army Recruitment 2026 Options
- Agniveer (General Duty & Trades): Online registration for Army Agniveer rallies typically begins early each year — expected Feb/March 2026 with rallies later. (Exact dates published on official site)
- CDS / IMA / OTA Entry: If you’re a graduate, UPSC CDS applications (already closed in Dec 2025) are also used to join Indian Army as officers.
- Indian Army Short Service Commission (Technical) – 67th Course Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Company Name | Indian Army |
| Post Name | Short Service Commission (Technical) – 67th Course |
| No of Posts | 350 |
| Salary | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 per month |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech in notified Engineering streams |
| Age Limit | 20 to 27 years |
| Start Date for Apply | 07 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Apply | 05 February 2026 |
| Official Website | www.joinindianarmy.nic.in |
- Indian Army Short Service Commission (Technical) – 67th Course Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Core Engineering Stream | Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
| Civil | Civil Engineering, Architecture, Building Construction & Technology | 75 |
| Computer Science | Discover more Computer Science & Engineering, Computer Technology, M.Sc. Computer Science, Information Technology | |
| Electrical | Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics | 33 |
| Electronics | Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation, Instrumentation, Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication, Telecommunication, Opto Electronics, Micro Electronics & Microwave, Fibre Optics, Satellite Communication | 64 |
| Mechanical | Mechanical Engineering, Production, Automobile, Industrial, Workshop Technology, Aeronautical, Aerospace, Avionics | Discover more 101 |
| Miscellaneous Engineering Streams | Plastic Tech, Remote Sensing, Ballistics, Bio Medical Engineering, Food Tech, Agriculture, Metallurgical, Metallurgy and Explosive, Laser Tech, Bio Tech, Rubber Technology, Chemical Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Mining, Nuclear Technology, Textile | 17 |
| Total Vacancies | 350 | |
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the Official Portal:
➤ https://www.joinindianarmy.nic.in - Go to: Officer Entry or relevant category (e.g., Agniveer/Rally).
- Click: Apply/Login
- Register: With valid email & mobile number
- Fill Form: Enter personal, academic & contact details
- Upload: Photo, signature, educational certificates
- Submit: Complete the form and print confirmation for records
Tips Before You Apply
- Always apply only on the official Indian Army website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
- Deadlines and course schedules vary by entry (SSC, TES, Agniveer, NCC).
- Check physical, medical, and educational requirements before applying.
- Keep scanned copies of your documents ready for upload.
