Indian Army SSC Tech 68 Recruitment 2026 | Apply for 350 Short Service Commission (Technical) Men Posts by 07 August
Posted: Thu Jul 09, 2026 6:08 pm
Indian Army SSC (Tech) 68th Course Recruitment 2026 Notification Out | Apply Online for 350 Posts @ joinindianarmy.nic.in
Indian Army has released the official notification for the 68th Short Service Commission (Technical) Course for Men (April 2027). The online application process commences on 09 July 2026 and the last date to apply is 07 August 2026. Unmarried Male Engineering Graduates in notified streams are eligible to apply for this prestigious entry scheme.
This article provides complete information about Indian Army SSC (Tech) 68th Course Recruitment 2026 including vacancy details, eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limit, selection process, SSB interview, medical standards, pay and allowances, and direct links to apply online. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting their applications.
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Recruitment Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Indian Army |
| Course Name | 68th Short Service Commission (Technical) Men |
| Course Commencement | April 2027 |
| Total Vacancies | 350 |
| Training Academy | Officers Training Academy (OTA), Gaya |
| Training Duration | 49 Weeks |
| Type of Commission | Short Service Commission |
| Minimum Engagement | 10 Years |
| Maximum Engagement | 14 Years |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Start Date | 09 July 2026 (1500 Hrs) |
| Application Last Date | 07 August 2026 (1500 Hrs) |
| Official Website | www.joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 09 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 09 July 2026 (1500 Hrs) |
| Online Application Last Date | 07 August 2026 (1500 Hrs) |
| Cut-off % Publication | First Week of September 2026 |
| SSB Interview Duration | October - December 2026 |
Vacancy Details (Stream-wise)
Total vacancies for SSC (Tech) 68th Course are 350. The stream-wise break-up is as follows:
| Core Engineering Stream | Vacancies |
| Civil | 75 |
| Computer Science | 60 |
| Electrical | 33 |
| Electronics | 101 |
| Mechanical | 64 |
| Misc. Engineering Streams | 17 |
| Total | 350 |
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Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Citizen of India / Subject of Nepal / Person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries with intention of permanently settling in India.
- Gender: Unmarried Male only.
- Marital Status: Candidates must not marry during training period. Marriage after application date but before training induction will lead to cancellation of candidature.
Age Limit
- Age Range: 20 to 27 years as on 01 April 2027.
- Born Between: 01 April 2000 and 31 March 2007 (both days inclusive).
Educational Qualification
- Engineering Degree in notified streams from a recognized University/Institution.
- Candidates in the final year of Engineering Degree course are also eligible to apply.
- Final year candidates must submit proof of passing Engineering Degree Examination along with all semester/year marksheets by 01 April 2027.
- Degree certificate must be produced within 12 weeks from the date of commencement of training at OTA, Gaya.
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Minimum Physical Standards
Candidates must acquire the following minimum physical standards before joining training academy:
| Activity | Minimum Standard (Men) |
| 2.4 Km Run | 10 Minutes 30 Seconds |
| Push-ups | 40 |
| Pull-ups | 06 |
| Sit-ups | 30 |
| Squats | 2 Sets of 30 Repetitions |
| Lunges | 2 Sets of 10 Repetitions |
| Swimming | Basic knowledge required |
Selection Process
The selection will consist of the following stages:
- Stage 1: Shortlisting of Applications (based on cumulative percentage of marks up to final semester/year)
- Stage 2: SSB Interview (5 Days) - Stage 1 & Stage 2
- Stage 3: Medical Examination
- Stage 4: Merit List Preparation
- Stage 5: Issuance of Joining Letter for Training at OTA, Gaya
SSB Period: October - December 2026
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Medical Standards
- Candidates must be medically fit as per the medical standards prescribed for Officers Entry into Army.
- Medical Examination is conducted after Stage-2 of SSB.
- Validity of SSB Medical Examination is 270 days (from SMB to PCTA joining date).
- Candidates declared Medically Fit in any previous SSB Medical (within 270 days of 01 April 2027) need not undergo medical examination again.
Type of Commission
- Type: Short Service Commission (Technical)
- Rank on Commission: Lieutenant
- Minimum Engagement: 10 Years
- Maximum Engagement: 14 Years
- Option for Release: After 5 Years, After 10 Years, After 14 Years
- Option for Permanent Commission: After 10 Years (subject to eligibility and suitability)
Pay & Allowances
Stipend during Training: ₹56,100/- per month
Salary after Commissioning: CTC approx ₹17-18 Lakh per annum (excluding free medical cover and travel to hometown once a year)
Rank-wise Pay Structure:
- Lieutenant: Level 10 (₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500)
- Captain: Level 10B (₹61,300 - ₹1,93,900)
- Major: Level 11 (₹69,400 - ₹2,07,200)
- Lieutenant Colonel: 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)
- Lieutenant General HAG Scale: Level 15 (₹1,82,200 - ₹2,24,100)
- Military Service Pay (MSP): ₹15,500/- per month (Lieutenant to Brigadier)
- Dearness Allowance: As applicable to civilian personnel
- Technical Allowance (Tier-I): ₹3,000/- per month
- Technical Allowance (Tier-II): ₹4,500/- per month
- Para Reserve Allowance: ₹2,625/- per month
- Dress Allowance: ₹20,000/- per year
- Transport Allowance (TPTA): As per pay level and city category
- Children Education Allowance: ₹2,250/- per month per child
- Hostel Subsidy: ₹6,750/- per month per child
- Ration in Kind: In peace and field areas
Army Group Insurance Fund (AGIF)
- Insurance Cover: ₹1.25 Crore (as applicable to regular Army officers)
- Subscription: ₹12,500/- per month (to be paid in advance on monthly basis)
- Disability Benefits: Up to ₹25 Lakh for 100% disability, proportionate reduction for lower percentages
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official Indian Army website. Follow the steps below:
- Visit the official Indian Army website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
- Click on 'Officer Entry Apply/Login'
- Click on 'Registration' (if not already registered)
- Fill the online registration form carefully
- After registration, click on 'Apply Online' under Dashboard
- Click on 'Apply' shown against SSC Technical Course
- Fill the Application Form in various segments: Personal Information, Communication Details, Education Details, and Details of previous SSB
- Save & Continue before moving to next segment
- Verify all details before final submission
- Click on 'Submit' to complete the application
- Take two printouts of the application form (with Roll Number) after final closure of online application for future reference
- Aadhaar Number and Matriculation Certificate are mandatory for registration.
- Only one online application per candidate is allowed.
- No changes to details submitted in online application can be made after closure.
- CGPA/Grades must be converted into Marks as per the formula adopted by the concerned University.
- Candidate's name, parents' name, and date of birth must be as per Matriculation Certificate.
Documents Required
Candidates must carry the following documents (self-attested copies along with originals) to the Selection Centre:
- Printout of online application (duly signed with self-attested photograph)
- Matriculation/Secondary School Certificate (Date of Birth proof)
- 10th Marksheet
- 12th Marksheet & Certificate / Diploma Marksheet & Certificate
- Engineering Degree/Provisional Degree Certificate
- Marksheets of all Semesters/Years
- CGPA/Grade to Percentage Conversion Formula Certificate (from University)
- Cumulative Percentage Certificate (for final year appearing candidates)
- Certificate from Principal stating final year status (for final year candidates)
- Declaration for submission of degree proof by 01 April 2027 (for final year candidates)
- Government-issued ID for name/parents' name verification (if not mentioned in Matriculation Certificate)
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Important Links
| Description | Link |
| Official Indian Army Website | Visit Here |
| Apply Online (Link Active 09.07.2026) | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Read the notification carefully before filling the online application.
- Ensure correct engineering stream as per degree certificate.
- Any variation in stream nomenclature will result in cancellation of candidature.
- Candidates must not be debarred from any examination by UPSC.
- Candidates must not have been arrested or convicted by a criminal court.
- Candidates withdrawn from any Service Training Academy on disciplinary grounds are NOT eligible.
- No request for change of SSB date/centre will be entertained after selection.
- Candidates must report to PCTA within 07 days from the date mentioned in Joining Letter.
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Disclaimer: This article has been prepared for informational purposes based on the official Indian Army SSC (Tech) 68th Course Notification. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. All information including vacancy numbers, eligibility criteria, and dates are as per the official advertisement. In case of any discrepancy, the official notification issued by the Indian Army shall prevail. Keep checking the official website for updates on cut-off marks, SSB dates, and other recruitment-related information.