Indian Army SSC (Tech) Entry 2026 – Complete Details
The Indian Army has announced the 67th Short Service Commission (Technical) Entry 2026 for eligible engineering graduates. This entry provides a prestigious opportunity for men and women engineers to join the Indian Army as commissioned officers without any written examination.
If you are an engineering graduate and dream of serving the nation while building a respected career, SSC (Tech) Entry 2026 is one of the best options available.
What is SSC (Tech) Entry?
SSC (Technical) Entry is a direct officer entry scheme for engineering graduates. Selected candidates are commissioned as Lieutenants after completing training at the Officers Training Academy (OTA). The selection is purely based on academic performance, SSB interview, and medical fitness.
Key Highlights
- Entry Name: SSC (Technical) 67th Course
- Organisation: Indian Army
- Training Academy: OTA, Gaya
- Training Duration: 49 Weeks
- Commission Rank: Lieutenant
- Job Location: All India
- Application Mode: Online
- Total Vacancies: Approx. 381
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit: 20 to 27 years
Educational Qualification:
- BE/B.Tech degree in relevant engineering streams
- Final-year engineering students are also eligible
Salary & Allowances
- Stipend During Training: ₹56,100 per month
- Pay Level: Level 10
- Annual Package: ₹17–18 LPA (Approx)
- DA, Transport Allowance, High Altitude Allowance, Uniform Allowance
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on academic marks
- SSB Interview
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | February 2026 |
| SSB Interview | April – June 2026 |
| Training Commencement | October 2026 |
How to Apply
Register on the official Indian Army recruitment website, fill in all required details carefully, submit the application, and keep a printout for future reference.
Application Fee
No application fee is required. The application process is completely free.
