Indian Army NCC Special Entry Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 70 Posts
Recruitment for 70 NCC Special Entry post in Indian Army 2026. Any graduate candidate can apply online. The online application will open on 12-02-2026 and will close on 06-03-2026. Candidate Indian Army website https://www.joinindianarmy.nic.in you can apply online.
The Indian Army has issued an official notification for the recruitment of 70 NCC Special entry posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website of the Indian Army. The last date for submission of application form is 06-03-2026. In this article, you will find the details of the Indian Army NCC Special Entry Post recruitment, including eligibility criteria, age limit, pay structure, selection process, application steps and official notification and direct links to the online application form.
Candidates should download and read the Indian Army jobs 2026 Notification PDF carefully to check the vacancy details, eligibility, age limit and application instructions. The notification also includes the necessary dates and details of the selection process. The direct download link is available in the required LINK section below.
Indian Army Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Company Name | Indian Army |
| Post Name | Short Service Commission (Non-Technical) – NCC Special Entry |
| No of Posts | 70 |
| Course | 124th Course (October 2026) |
| Salary | Rs.56,100 – Rs.2,18,200/- Per Month (CTC approx 17-18 Lakh per annum) |
| Qualification | Graduation Degree with NCC ‘C’ Certificate (Minimum ‘B’ Grade) |
| Start Date for Apply | 12 February 2026 (1500 Hours) |
| Last Date for Apply | 16 March 2026 (1500 Hours) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Short Service Commission (10-14 years) |
| Training Academy | Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai |
| Training Duration | 49 weeks from October 2026 |
| Official Website | www.joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Vacancy Details
| Category | Total Posts |
| NCC Men (General Category) | 63 |
| Wards of Battle Casualties (Army Personnel) | 07 |
| Total | 70 |
Eligibility Criteria
For NCC ‘C’ Certificate Holders:
Educational Qualification:
- Graduate Degree from a recognized University
- Applicants studying in final year are also allowed to apply provided they complete and obtain Graduation Degree before commencement of course (October 2026)
- For final year candidates, the aggregate percentage scored in first two/three years of three/four year degree course respectively will be considered for shortlisting
- Candidates must submit proof of passing Graduation Degree examination along with all marksheets by 01 October 2026 to Directorate General of Recruiting
NCC Service Requirements:
- Should have served for minimum two/three years (as applicable) in Senior Division/Wing of NCC
- Should have obtained minimum of ‘B’ Grade in ‘C’ Certificate Exam of NCC
- Applicants who do not hold NCC ‘C’ Certificate or Provisional NCC ‘C’ Certificate on date of application are not eligible to apply
- Candidates holding Provisional NCC Certificate must obtain NCC ‘C’ Certificate before appearing in SSB
- Provisional NCC ‘C’ Certificate will not be accepted at SSB
For Wards of Battle Casualties of Indian Army Personnel:
Eligibility Criteria:
- Wards (unmarried sons and unmarried daughters including legally adopted) of Army Battle casualties specified as:
- Killed in action
- Died of wound or injuries (Other than self-inflicted)
- Wounded or Injured (Other than self-inflicted)
- Missing, presumed dead
- Educational Qualification: Same as NCC candidates (Graduate Degree)
- NCC ‘C’ certificate NOT required for Wards of Battle Casualties
Required Documents:
- The ‘Battle Casualty’ certificate Number issued by Manpower (Policy & Planning) Directorate (MP Dte)
- A copy of Manpower (Policy & Planning) Directorate/Respective Regimental Records Part II Order Number
- Relationship Certificate No issued by Manpower (Policy & Planning) Directorate 5 & 6 / Respective Regimental Records
Nationality:
- A citizen of India, OR
- A subject of Nepal, OR
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka and East African countries with the intention of permanently settling in India
Age Limit
- Age Limit: 19 to 25 years as on 01 July 2026
- Date of Birth: Born not earlier than 02 July 2001 and not later than 01 July 2007 (both dates inclusive)
- Age Relaxation: As per Government norms
Important Note: The date of birth as recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary School Examination Certificate or an equivalent certificate on the date of submission of applications will only be accepted and no subsequent request for its change will be considered or granted.
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Salary / Stipend
During Training (49 weeks at OTA Chennai):
- Stipend: Rs.56,100/- Per Month
After Commissioning:
| Rank | Pay Level | Pay Scale (Rs.) |
| Lieutenant (On Commission) | Level 10 | 56,100 – 1,77,500 |
| Captain (After 2 years) | Level 10B | 61,300 – 1,93,900 |
| Major (After 6 years) | Level 11 | 69,400 – 2,07,200 |
| Lieutenant Colonel (After 13 years) | Level 12A | 1,21,200 – 2,12,400 |
| Colonel | Level 13 | 1,30,600 – 2,15,900 |
| Brigadier | Level 13A | 1,39,600 – 2,17,600 |
| Major General | Level 14 | 1,44,200 – 2,18,200 |
CTC on Commissioning: Approximately 17-18 Lakh per annum (Excluding Free Medical cover & Travel to Home town once a year)
Additional Allowances:
- Military Service Pay (MSP): Rs.15,500/- per month (fixed)
- Dearness Allowance: As applicable to civilian personnel
- Para Reserve Allowance: Rs.2,625/- per month
- Technical Allowance (Tier-I): Rs.3,000/- per month
- Technical Allowance (Tier-II): Rs.4,500/- per month
- Field Area Allowances: Depending upon rank and area of posting
- Transport Allowance (TPTA): Rs.7,200 + DA (Higher TPTA Cities) / Rs.3,600 + DA (Other Places)
- Children Education Allowance (CEA): Rs.2,250/- per month per child (for two eldest children)
- Hostel Subsidy: Rs.6,750/- per month per child
- Dress Allowance: Rs.20,000/- per year
- Ration in Kind in Peace and Field Areas
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Start Date of Online Application | 12 February 2026 (1500 Hours) |
| End Date of Online Application | 16 March 2026 (1500 Hours) |
| Shortlisting for SSB | Tentatively First week of May 2026 |
| SSB Interview | May/June 2026 (Maximum 5 days) |
| Choice for SSB Centre & Dates | Open for 15 days in April 2026 |
| Training Commencement | October 2026 (49 weeks) |
Selection Process
- Application Submission
- Shortlisting (Based on NCC ‘C’ Certificate Grade and Graduation Percentage)
- Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview (5 days – Stage I and Stage II)
- Medical Examination
- Merit List Preparation
- Joining Letter
Shortlisting Criteria:
Maximum 100 bonus marks will be awarded as follows:
1. Bonus Marks for NCC ‘C’ Certificate Performance (Maximum 50 marks):
- A Grade in NCC ‘C’ Certificate: 50 Marks
- B Grade in NCC ‘C’ Certificate: 25 Marks
2. Bonus Marks for Graduation Performance (Maximum 50 marks):
| Percentage | Bonus Marks |
| Up to 60% | Nil |
| 60.00 to 64.99% | 05 Marks |
| 65.00 to 69.99% | 10 Marks |
| 70.00 to 74.99% | 20 Marks |
| 75.00 to 79.99% | 30 Marks |
| 80.00 to 84.99% | 40 Marks |
| 85.00 to 100.00% | 50 Marks |
SSB Interview Locations:
- Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh)
- Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh)
- Bengaluru (Karnataka)
- Jalandhar (Punjab)
Minimum Physical Standards (Before Joining Training Academy):
| Activity | Minimum Standard |
| 2.4 Km Run | 10 Minutes 30 Seconds |
| Push Up | 30 |
| Pull Up | 40 |
| Sit Up | 06 |
| Squats | Two Sets of 30 Repetitions |
| Lunges | Two Sets of 10 Repetitions |
| Swimming | Required to Swim 25 meters with any stroke |
How to apply
Candidates who complete the eligibility criteria can apply online for the Indian Army Short Service Commission Recruitment 2026.
Applications must be submitted online by or before March 16, 2026 (3:00 pm).
Visit the official website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
Click on ‘Officer Entry application / login’ and then click on ‘registration’ (No registration required if already registered)
After reading the instruction, fill out the online registration form carefully
After registration, log in and click on ‘Apply online’ at the bottom of the dashboard
A page with’ Officer Selection – Eligibility ‘ will open
Click on ‘Apply’ appearing in front of Short Service Commission NCC Special Entry course
Fill the application form carefully with the correct personal, educational and contact details
Fill in the details in different sections: Personal Information, Communication details, education details, and previous SSB details
Click on ‘Save and continue’ each time before moving to the next section
Carefully review all the details in the ‘summary of your information’ page
Click ‘submit’ only after checking all your details are correct
Take out two copies of the application with the roll number 30 minutes after the final closing of the online application
No changes can be made after submitting, so verify all information carefully
Necessary instructions:
Candidates will only have to submit an online application. If multiple applications are received from the same candidate, the candidature will be rejected.
Date of birth, candidate name and parents name must exactly match the Matriculation/Secondary School Examination Certificate.
CGPA / grade should be converted to marks as per the respective university formula.
Candidates studying in the final year note that after completion, the total marks should be equal to or greater than the marks of the first two/three years.
Directorate General recruiting does not need to send any hard copies.
Candidates working in the Indian Armed Force write to their commanding officer.
Documents required for SSB Interview (original + self-attested copy):
Print the signed application with self-attested photos.
Matriculation / Secondary School Examination Certificate and mark sheet.
12th Class certificate and mark sheet. Graduation degree / provisional degree (should not be more than 6 months old while joining the Academy).
Marksheet of all years/semesters.
NCC ‘ C ‘ certificate (not required for wards of Battle Casualties)
Certificate to convert CGPA to marks (if applicable)
Principal / headmaster’s certificate stating that the candidate is in the final year (for final year students)
Declaration for Final Year candidates
Battle casualty document (for words of Battle Casualties)
Important note: DigiLocker certificate will not be accepted instead of original certificate.
Important Link For Indian Army NCC Special Entry Important Links
| Apply Link: | Click here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website: | Click here |
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