Indian Army TGC 144 Recruitment 2026
Indian Army has released notification for 144th Technical Graduate Course (TGC-144) commencing in January 2027 at Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun for Permanent Commission. Unmarried male engineering graduates can apply online for 30 tentative vacancies in various engineering streams. Online application process starts from 13 May 2026 and closes on 11 June 2026.
| Organisation | Indian Army |
| Course Name | 144th Technical Graduate Course (TGC-144) |
| Course Commencement | January 2027 |
| Training Academy | Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun |
| Total Vacancy | 30 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date of Application | 13 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 June 2026 |
| Age Limit | 20 to 27 Years |
| Commission Type | Permanent Commission |
| Educational Qualification | BE/B.Tech/M.Sc Computer Science in notified engineering streams from recognized University/Institution. |
| Eligible Candidates | Unmarried Male Engineering Graduates. |
| Age Limit | 20 to 27 years as on 01 January 2027. |
| Date of Birth Range | Candidates born between 01 January 2000 and 01 January 2007 (both dates inclusive). |
| Nationality | Citizen of India or as per nationality conditions mentioned in notification. |
| Final Year Students | Final year engineering students can apply subject to passing degree before 01 January 2027. |
| Physical Standards | Candidates must meet prescribed physical and medical standards. |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting → SSB Interview → Medical Examination → Merit List → Training |
| Shortlisting Basis | Based on engineering marks and cut-off percentage stream-wise. |
| SSB Duration | 5 Days |
| SSB Stages | Stage-I Screening and Stage-II Psychological Tests, GTO Tasks and Interview. |
| Medical Examination | Conducted after SSB recommendation. |
| Merit List | Prepared stream-wise based on SSB marks. |
| Engineering Stream | Vacancy |
| Civil | 08 |
| Computer Science | 06 |
| Electrical | 02 |
| Electronics | 06 |
| Mechanical | 06 |
| Misc Engineering Streams | 02 |
| Total | 30 |
| Online Application | Candidates need to apply online through Indian Army official website. |
| Shortlisting | Applications will be shortlisted based on engineering stream and marks. |
| SSB Interview | Shortlisted candidates will appear for 5-day SSB Interview. |
| Medical Examination | Recommended candidates will undergo medical examination. |
| Final Merit List | Prepared based on SSB performance and medical fitness. |
| Joining Letter | Candidates within merit and vacancies will receive joining instructions for IMA Dehradun. |
| Rank | Pay Scale |
| Lieutenant | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Captain | ₹61,300 – ₹1,93,900 |
| Major | ₹69,400 – ₹2,07,200 |
| Lieutenant Colonel | ₹1,21,200 – ₹2,12,400 |
| Colonel | ₹1,30,600 – ₹2,15,900 |
| Brigadier | ₹1,39,600 – ₹2,17,600 |
| Complete Salary Breakdown | Check Indian Army TGC 144 Recruitment 2026 Salary 2026 |
| General / OBC / EWS | No Fee |
| SC / ST | No Fee |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Step 1 | Visit the official Indian Army website https://www.joinindianarmy.nic.in. |
| Step 2 | Click on 'Officer Entry Apply/Login' and complete registration if not registered. |
| Step 3 | Login to dashboard and click on 'Apply Online' under Technical Graduate Course. |
| Step 4 | Fill personal, communication and educational details carefully. |
| Step 5 | Upload required documents and verify all entered information. |
| Step 6 | Submit the online application form before 11 June 2026. |
| Step 7 | Take printout of application form after final submission. |
| Step 8 | Keep copies of application and documents for SSB interview. |
| What is the last date to apply for Indian Army TGC-144 Recruitment 2026? | The last date to apply online is 11 June 2026. |
| How many vacancies are available in TGC-144 Recruitment? | A total of 30 tentative vacancies have been announced. |
| Who can apply for Indian Army TGC-144? | Unmarried male engineering graduates in notified streams can apply. |
| What is the stipend during training in IMA? | Candidates will receive ₹56,100 per month during training. |
| What is the age limit for Indian Army TGC-144 Recruitment? | Candidates should be between 20 to 27 years as on 01 January 2027. |
