The Indian Army has officially released the notification for the 66th Short Service Commission (Technical) Course for Men, scheduled to commence in April 2026 at the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai. This is an excellent opportunity for engineering graduates who aspire to serve the nation as Technical Officers in one of the world's most respected armies.
Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|
| Course Name | SSC (Tech) – 66th Men (Apr 2026) |
| Total Vacancies | 350 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| Start Date to Apply | 24 July 2025, 3:00 PM |
| Last Date to Apply | 22 August 2025, 3:00 PM |
| Training Start | April 2026 (OTA Chennai) |
Vacancy Breakdown (Stream-wise)
- Civil Engineering – 75 Posts
- Computer Science/IT – 60 Posts
- Electrical Engineering – 33 Posts
- Electronics & Communication and Allied Branches – 64 Posts
- Mechanical/Automobile/Production Engineering – 101 Posts
- Other Engineering Streams – 17 Posts
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must have passed or be in the final year of Engineering Degree in relevant streams.
- Final year candidates must submit proof of passing the degree exam by 01 April 2026.
- Students with results pending after April 2026 are not eligible.
Age Limit:
- 20 to 27 years as on 01 April 2026 (Born between 01 April 1999 to 31 March 2006)
Nationality:
- Indian citizens and eligible nationals of Nepal, Bhutan, and certain categories of Tibetan refugees or PIOs as per the notification.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on engineering marks
- SSB Interview (5 days) at one of the following centres: Allahabad, Bhopal, Bangalore, Jalandhar
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List based on SSB + age + academic performance
Training Details
- Training Duration: 49 weeks
- Location: Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai
- Commission: Short Service Commission (SSC)
- Rank on Commission: Lieutenant
- Ante-date Seniority: One year from the date of commissioning
Salary & Perks
| Rank | Pay Level | Basic Pay (₹) |
|---|
| Lieutenant | Level 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Captain | Level 10B | ₹61,300 – ₹1,93,900 |
| Major | Level 11 | ₹69,400 – ₹2,07,200 |
Other Benefits Include:
- Military Service Pay: ₹15,500/month
- Technical Allowance: ₹3,000–4,500
- Dress Allowance: ₹25,000/year
- Free Medical, Canteen, Travel, Insurance, Pension (as per rules)
Documents Required (at SSB)
- Printout of application with self-attested photo
- 10th and 12th certificates
- Degree/provisional certificates and all semester mark sheets
- Proof of final result declaration (for final-year students)
- Government-issued ID proof
How to Apply
- Visit: https://joinindianarmy.nic.in
- Register or log in via ‘Officer Entry’ section.
- Click on ‘Apply Online’ under SSC Tech.
- Fill in the application carefully and upload required documents.
- Submit and take a printout for reference.
Important Note
- Only one application per candidate is permitted.
- No application fee is required.
- Final selection is subject to medical and document verification.
Notification Link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/13sCGInE-HTV_fz0JCZTlI47ZfPs4pLVa/view?usp=sharing
