Summary

The Indian Army has officially started the online application process for the 68th Short Service Commission (Technical) Men Course and the 39th Short Service Commission (Technical) Women Course commencing in April 2027. Eligible engineering graduates and final-year engineering students can now submit their applications through the official Indian Army recruitment portal. The recruitment offers an excellent opportunity to join the Indian Army as a commissioned officer through the Short Service Commission (SSC) entry. The details below are prepared from the official notifications.

Latest Update

Indian Army has released separate notifications for:
- SSC (Tech) Men 68th Course
- SSC (Tech) Women 39th Course
Online applications have started.
Selection will be based on shortlisting, SSB Interview, medical examination, and final merit.
Training will begin from April 2027 at the Pre-Commission Training Academy (PCTA), Gaya, Bihar.

Overview

Particular	Details
Organization	Indian Army
Entry Type	Short Service Commission (Technical)
Courses	SSC Tech Men 68th & SSC Tech Women 39th
Batch	April 2027
Application Mode	Online
Job Location	Across India
Commission Type	Short Service Commission
Training Academy	Pre-Commission Training Academy (PCTA), Gaya
Training Duration	49 Weeks
Official Website	joinindianarmy.nic.in

Important Dates

Event	Men Course	Women Course
Online Application Starts	09 July 2026	08 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	07 August 2026	06 August 2026
Shortlisting	September 2026
SSB Interview	October – December 2026
Training Starts	April 2027

Application Fee

Category	Fee
All Candidates	No Application Fee

Applications can be submitted online without paying any registration fee.

Age Limit

Criteria	Age
Minimum Age	20 Years
Maximum Age	27 Years

Candidates should be born between:

01 April 2000 to 31 March 2007 (Both dates inclusive)

For Defence Personnel Widows (Women Entry)

Maximum age: 35 Years

Vacancy Details

Entry	Vacancies
SSC (Tech) Men 68th	350
SSC (Tech) Women 39th	30
Total	380

Women Entry includes

Technical Entry
Reserved vacancies for eligible Defence Personnel Widows (Technical / Non-Technical) as mentioned in the official notification.

Eligibility

Applicants should satisfy the following requirements:

Indian citizen (or other eligible nationality as mentioned in the notification)
Unmarried Male (Men Entry)
Unmarried Female (Women Entry)
B.E./B.Tech degree in the notified engineering discipline
Final-year engineering students may also apply if they complete the degree within the prescribed date
Engineering stream should exactly match the notified discipline

Major Engineering Streams

Applications are invited from candidates belonging to various engineering disciplines including:

Civil Engineering
Computer Science / IT
Electrical Engineering
Electronics & Communication
Mechanical Engineering
Production Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Automobile Engineering
Aerospace / Aeronautical
Chemical Engineering
Biotechnology
Metallurgy
Textile Engineering
Agricultural Engineering
Robotics & Automation
Biomedical Engineering
Plastic Technology
Mining Engineering
Nuclear Technology
And several equivalent AICTE-approved branches.

The official notification also accepts many equivalent engineering specializations.

Selection Process

Selection will be completed in the following stages:

Online Application
Shortlisting of Candidates
SSB Interview (Stage-I & Stage-II)
Medical Examination
Final Merit List
Joining Letter

Shortlisting is based on engineering marks according to the cut-off decided for each engineering stream.

Salary & Service Benefits

During Training

Stipend: ₹56,100 per month

After Commission

Candidates will receive salary and allowances as per Indian Army rules applicable to Short Service Commission Officers.

Other benefits include:

Military Service Pay
Dearness Allowance
Free Medical Facilities
Canteen Facilities
Leave Benefits
Insurance Cover
Adventure Training
Pension and retirement benefits as applicable

Tenure of Service

Particular	Details
Initial Service	10 Years
Extension	Up to 14 Years
Permanent Commission	Eligible officers may be considered as per Army policy

Physical Standards

Candidates must be medically fit and meet the physical standards prescribed by the Indian Army.

Minimum Physical Fitness (Indicative)

Men

2.4 km Run – 10 min 30 sec
Push-ups – 40
Pull-ups – 6
Sit-ups – 30

Women

2.4 km Run – 13 minutes
Push-ups – 15
Pull-ups – 2
Sit-ups – 25

Swimming knowledge is desirable for both entries.

How to Apply

Follow these steps to complete your application:

Visit the official Indian Army recruitment website.
Complete registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.
Log in to your account.
Choose the SSC Technical entry applicable to you.
Fill in personal, educational, and communication details.
Upload required documents.
Verify all information carefully.
Submit the application form.
Download and print the confirmation page.

Important Instructions

Apply only for the engineering stream mentioned in your degree.
Ensure your personal details match your educational documents.
Final-year students should complete the degree before the prescribed deadline.
Keep your registered email ID and mobile number active.
Carry original documents during the SSB Interview.
Read the official notification carefully before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Which courses are covered under this recruitment?

SSC (Tech) Men 68th Course and SSC (Tech) Women 39th Course (April 2027).

Q2. Who can apply?

Eligible unmarried engineering graduates and eligible final-year engineering students.

Q3. What is the age limit?

20 to 27 years (with applicable relaxations for eligible categories).

Q4. Is there any application fee?

No. The application process is completely free.

Q5. How many vacancies are available?

A total of 380 vacancies (350 for Men and 30 for Women).

Q6. What is the selection process?

Shortlisting → SSB Interview → Medical Examination → Final Merit List.

Q7. Where will the training be conducted?

At the Pre-Commission Training Academy (PCTA), Gaya, Bihar.

The information provided in this article is prepared for educational and informational purposes based on the official Indian Army SSC Technical notifications for the 68th Men Course and 39th Women Course. Candidates are strongly advised to verify all details, including eligibility, engineering streams, important dates, and selection criteria, through the official notification and the Indian Army recruitment portal before submitting their application.

Indian Army SSC Tech Recruitment 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online for 68th Men & 39th Women Technical Course (April 2027)

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