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Indian Army NCC Special Entry Recruitment 2026 - Notification Overview

The Indian Army has officially released the notification for the Short Service Commission (Non-Technical) NCC Special Entry Scheme. This entry provides an opportunity for NCC C certificate holders to join the Indian Army as Commissioned Officers. The training for the selected candidates will commence in October 2026 at the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai, for a duration of 49 weeks.

Vacancy Details

Category Total Vacancies
NCC Men (General Category) 63
Wards of Battle Casualties (Army Personnel) 07
Total 70

Important Dates

Event Date
Start Date for Online Application 12 February 2026 (1500 Hours)
Last Date for Online Application 16 March 2026 (1500 Hours)
Shortlisting for SSB Interview First week of May 2026 (Tentative)
SSB Interview Period May/June 2026
Course Commencement October 2026

Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)

  • Minimum Age: 19 Years
  • Maximum Age: 25 Years
  • Date of Birth Criteria: Candidates must be born not earlier than 02 July 2001 and not later than 01 July 2007 (both dates inclusive).
  • Note: The date of birth recorded in the Matriculation or Secondary School Certificate will be the only document accepted for age verification.

Educational Qualification & Eligibility

For NCC 'C' Certificate Holders:

  • Education: Degree of a recognised University or equivalent with an aggregate of minimum 50% marks taking into account marks of all the years.
  • Final Year Students: Those in the final year are allowed to apply if they have scored a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the first two/three years. They must complete the degree before October 2026.
  • NCC Service: Should have served for a minimum of two/three years in the Senior Division/Wing of NCC.
  • Grading: Must have obtained a minimum of 'B' Grade in the 'C' Certificate Exam of NCC.

For Wards of Battle Casualties:

  • Education: Degree of a recognised University or equivalent with an aggregate of minimum 50% marks.
  • NCC Certificate: NCC 'C' Certificate is NOT required for Wards of Battle Casualties.
  • Eligibility: Only unmarried sons and daughters (including legally adopted) of Army personnel killed in action, died of wounds, or missing are eligible.

Application Fee

  • There is no application fee for the Indian Army NCC Special Entry recruitment.

Salary and Pay Scale

Selected candidates will receive a stipend of Rs. 56,100/- per month during the training period. Upon successful commissioning, the pay scale will be as follows:

Rank Level Pay Scale (Rs.)
Lieutenant Level 10 56,100 - 1,77,500
Captain Level 10B 61,300 - 1,93,900
Major Level 11 69,400 - 2,07,200
Lieutenant Colonel Level 12A 1,21,200 - 2,12,400

Allowances: Military Service Pay (MSP) of Rs. 15,500/- per month, Dearness Allowance, Transport Allowance, and other field area allowances as per government norms. The approximate CTC on commissioning is 17-18 Lakh per annum.

Selection Process

  • Shortlisting of Applications: Based on the NCC 'C' Certificate grade and Graduation percentage. Bonus marks are awarded for 'A' grade in NCC and higher academic percentages.
  • SSB Interview: Shortlisted candidates will undergo a two-stage selection process at Selection Centres (Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bengaluru, or Jalandhar). This lasts for 5 days.
  • Medical Examination: Candidates recommended by the SSB will undergo a medical examination.
  • Merit List: A final merit list will be prepared based on SSB marks.

How to Apply

  • Visit the official website of the Indian Army: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.
  • Click on 'Officer Entry Apply/Login' and then click 'Registration'.
  • Complete the registration process and log in to your account.
  • Click on 'Apply Online' under the Dashboard.
  • Select 'Short Service Commission NCC Special Entry Course'.
  • Fill in the personal, educational, and communication details carefully.
  • Submit the application and download two copies of the system-generated application form for future reference.

Important Instructions

  • Only one online application per candidate is allowed. Multiple applications will lead to cancellation.
  • Ensure that the name and date of birth match the Matriculation certificate exactly.
  • Candidates must carry original documents and self-attested copies to the SSB interview.
  • DigiLocker certificates are not accepted as substitutes for original certificates during the interview.
  • The Short Service Commission is for a period of 10 years, extendable up to 14 years.

Important Links

Description Link
Official Notification (PDF) Download Notification
Online Application Link Apply Online Now
Official Website Join Indian Army Official Site