Indian Army NCC Special Entry Scheme 125 Course (April 2027) Notification for 70 SSC Officer Posts
The Indian Army has invited online applications from unmarried male candidates for the NCC Special Entry Scheme 125 Course (April 2027) for grant of Short Service Commission (Non-Technical). A total of 70 vacancies have been announced, including vacancies for Wards of Battle Casualties of Indian Army Personnel. Eligible NCC 'C' Certificate holders possessing a Bachelor's Degree can apply online from 20 July 2026 to 20 August 2026. The recruitment process includes shortlisting, Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview, Medical Examination and training at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai before commissioning as Lieutenant.
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| Recruitment Name | NCC Special Entry Scheme 125 Course (April 2027) |
| Entry Type | Short Service Commission (Non-Technical) |
| Course | SSC (NCC)-125 (Men) |
| Total Vacancy | 70 |
| General Vacancy | 63 |
| Wards of Battle Casualties | 7 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 20-07-2026 (1500 Hrs) |
| Last Date | 20-08-2026 (1500 Hrs) |
| Age Limit | 19 to 25 Years (as on 01-01-2027) |
| Training Academy | Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai |
| Training Duration | 49 Weeks |
| Initial Rank | Lieutenant |
| Pay Level | Level-10 |
| Official Website | https://joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| Nationality | Candidate must be a Citizen of India, a subject of Nepal, or a person of Indian origin eligible under Government of India rules. |
| Age Limit | 19 to 25 years as on 01 January 2027 (Born not earlier than 02 January 2002 and not later than 01 January 2008, both dates inclusive). |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized University. Final year students may also apply subject to obtaining the degree before commencement of the course. |
| NCC Service | Must have served for a minimum of two or three years (as applicable) in the Senior Division/Senior Wing of NCC. |
| NCC 'C' Certificate | Must possess NCC 'C' Certificate with minimum 'B' Grade. Candidates holding only Provisional NCC 'C' Certificate must obtain the final certificate before appearing for SSB. |
| Final Year Candidates | Candidates whose final year/final semester examination is scheduled after 01 April 2027 are not eligible to apply. |
| Wards of Battle Casualties | Bachelor's Degree is required. NCC 'C' Certificate is not mandatory for Wards of Battle Casualties of Indian Army Personnel. |
Unmarried male candidates aged 19 to 25 years possessing a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University with at least two/three years of service in the Senior Division/Wing of NCC and a minimum 'B' Grade in NCC 'C' Certificate are eligible to apply. Wards of Battle Casualties of Indian Army Personnel are also eligible under the prescribed criteria.
| Stage | Details |
| Application Shortlisting | Based on bonus marks awarded for NCC 'C' Certificate performance and Graduation marks. |
| NCC 'C' Certificate | Maximum 50 Bonus Marks (A Grade - 50 Marks, B Grade - 25 Marks). |
| Graduation Marks | Maximum 50 Bonus Marks based on aggregate percentage in Graduation. |
| SSB Interview | Shortlisted candidates undergo a five-day Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview. |
| Medical Examination | Conducted for candidates recommended by the SSB. |
| Final Merit | Prepared on the basis of SSB Interview performance subject to medical fitness and availability of vacancies. |
Candidates will first be shortlisted based on NCC 'C' Certificate grading and Graduation marks. Shortlisted candidates will undergo the five-day Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview followed by Medical Examination. Final merit will be prepared on the basis of SSB performance subject to medical fitness and availability of vacancies.
| Category | Vacancies |
| General NCC Candidates | 63 |
| Wards of Battle Casualties of Indian Army Personnel | 7 |
| Total Vacancies | 70 |
Indian Army has released 70 vacancies under the NCC Special Entry Scheme 125 Course (April 2027), including 63 vacancies for General NCC candidates and 7 vacancies reserved for Wards of Battle Casualties of Indian Army Personnel.
| Stage 1 | Shortlisting of applications based on NCC 'C' Certificate grading and Graduation marks. |
| Stage 2 | Selection of SSB Interview Centre and Date by shortlisted candidates. |
| Stage 3 | Five-day Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview. |
| Stage 4 | Medical Examination of SSB recommended candidates. |
| Stage 5 | Preparation of Final Merit List based on SSB performance. |
| Stage 6 | Document Verification. |
| Final Selection | Candidates in merit, medically fit and fulfilling all eligibility conditions will receive joining instructions for training at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai. |
Selection consists of application shortlisting based on NCC 'C' Certificate and Graduation marks, SSB Interview, Medical Examination, Merit List preparation, Document Verification and final training at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai.
| Particular | Details |
| Initial Rank | Lieutenant |
| Pay Level | Level-10 |
| Pay Scale | ₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500 |
| Military Service Pay (MSP) | ₹15,500 per month |
| Training Stipend | ₹56,100 per month during 49 weeks training at OTA Chennai |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | Admissible as per Government of India rules |
| Transport Allowance | ₹7,200 + DA in Higher TPTA Cities or ₹3,600 + DA in Other Places |
| Dress Allowance | ₹20,000 per year |
| Children Education Allowance | ₹2,250 per month per child (maximum two children) |
| Hostel Subsidy | ₹6,750 per month per child (maximum two children) |
| Ration | Ration in Kind |
| Army Group Insurance | Insurance cover of ₹1.25 Crore during training |
| Other Benefits | Field Area Allowance, High Altitude Allowance, Siachen Allowance, Technical Allowance, Para Reserve Allowance and other admissible military allowances as per eligibility. |
Selected candidates will be commissioned as Lieutenant in Pay Level-10 with salary ranging from Rs.56,100 to Rs.1,77,500 plus Military Service Pay of Rs.15,500 per month, Dearness Allowance and several military allowances. During training at OTA Chennai, cadets will receive a stipend of Rs.56,100 per month.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General | Nil |
| OBC | Nil |
| EWS | Nil |
| SC | Nil |
| ST | Nil |
| Wards of Battle Casualties | Nil |
| Mode of Payment | No Application Fee |
There is no application fee for applying to the Indian Army NCC Special Entry Scheme 125 Course. Candidates are required to submit the online application free of cost through the official recruitment portal.
| Application Mode | Applications will be accepted through online mode only via the official Indian Army recruitment website. |
| Application Dates | Online applications will open on 20 July 2026 at 1500 Hrs and close on 20 August 2026 at 1500 Hrs. |
| Single Application | Candidates must submit only one online application. Multiple applications will result in cancellation of candidature. |
| Eligibility Verification | Candidates must ensure they satisfy all eligibility conditions before submitting the application. |
| NCC 'C' Certificate | Candidates must possess a valid NCC 'C' Certificate with at least 'B' Grade before appearing for the SSB Interview. Provisional NCC 'C' Certificate will not be accepted at SSB. |
| Final Year Candidates | Final year candidates must produce proof of passing Graduation along with all marksheets by 01 April 2027, failing which candidature will be cancelled. |
| Marriage Restriction | Candidates must remain unmarried during the entire period of training at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai. |
| Training Duration | Selected candidates will undergo 49 weeks of Pre-Commission Training at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai. |
| Original Documents | Candidates must carry all original certificates along with self-attested photocopies during the SSB Interview. DIGILOCKER certificates alone will not be accepted unless supported by the prescribed institutional certificate. |
| Medical Fitness | Final appointment is subject to qualifying the prescribed medical examination conducted by the Indian Army. |
| Document Verification | Any discrepancy, concealment or false information in documents or online application will lead to cancellation of candidature. |
| Selection Centre | Shortlisted candidates can choose their SSB Centre and interview date on a first-come-first-served basis through the official portal. |
| Recruitment Rights | The Indian Army reserves the right to shortlist candidates, modify vacancies, change SSB centres or cancel the recruitment process as per organizational requirements. |
| Communication | All updates regarding shortlisting, SSB Interview, merit list and joining instructions will be communicated through the registered email ID and the official website. |
| Official Website | Candidates should regularly visit the official website for notifications, joining instructions and recruitment updates. |
Online applications will be accepted from 20 July 2026 (1500 Hrs) to 20 August 2026 (1500 Hrs). Candidates should submit only one application and ensure all eligibility conditions are fulfilled before applying. Original documents must be produced during the SSB Interview.
| Document | Purpose |
| Recent Passport Size Photograph | Online Application & SSB Verification |
| Signed Application Form | SSB Document Verification |
| Class 10 Certificate & Marksheet | Proof of Date of Birth and Name |
| Class 12 Certificate & Marksheet | Educational Qualification Verification |
| Graduation Degree / Provisional Degree | Educational Qualification Verification |
| Marksheets of All Semesters / Years | Academic Verification |
| NCC 'C' Certificate | Mandatory for NCC candidates |
| CGPA to Percentage Conversion Certificate | Where applicable |
| Final Year Certificate from Principal | Applicable for final year candidates |
| Final Year Declaration | Applicable for final year candidates |
| Battle Casualty Related Certificates | Applicable for Wards of Battle Casualties |
| Government Photo Identity Proof | Identity Verification |
Applicants should keep their Graduation certificates, marksheets, NCC 'C' Certificate, Class 10 & 12 certificates, identity proof, recent passport-size photograph, signature and other supporting documents ready for online application and SSB document verification.
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| How many vacancies are available in Indian Army NCC Special Entry Scheme 125 Course? | A total of 70 vacancies have been announced, including 63 vacancies for General NCC candidates and 7 vacancies for Wards of Battle Casualties of Indian Army Personnel. |
| What are the online application dates? | Online applications will be accepted from 20 July 2026 (1500 Hrs) to 20 August 2026 (1500 Hrs). |
| What is the age limit for Indian Army NCC Special Entry 125? | Candidates must be between 19 and 25 years of age as on 01 January 2027. |
| What educational qualification is required? | Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University. Final year students meeting the prescribed conditions are also eligible to apply. |
| Is NCC 'C' Certificate mandatory? | Yes. A valid NCC 'C' Certificate with at least 'B' Grade is mandatory for NCC candidates. It is not required for Wards of Battle Casualties. |
| What is the selection process? | Selection includes application shortlisting, Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview, Medical Examination, Document Verification and Final Merit. |
| What salary will selected candidates receive? | Selected candidates will be commissioned as Lieutenant in Pay Level-10 (₹56,100-₹1,77,500) along with Military Service Pay, Dearness Allowance and other admissible Army allowances. |
| Where will the training be conducted? | Selected candidates will undergo 49 weeks of Pre-Commission Training at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai. |
