Indian Army SSC (Tech)-68 Men Recruitment 2026 – 350 Posts | Apply Online

The Indian Army has released the official notification for the 68th Short Service Commission (Technical) Men Course, commencing in April 2027. Eligible unmarried male engineering graduates and final-year engineering students can apply online from 09 July 2026 to 07 August 2026 through the official Indian Army recruitment portal.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Army |
| Course Name | 68th Short Service Commission (Technical) Men |
| Total Vacancies | 350 (Tentative) |
| Course Commencement | April 2027 |
| Training Academy | Officers Training Academy (OTA), Gaya, Bihar |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 09 July 2026 (03:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 August 2026 (03:00 PM) |
| Official Website | https://joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Begins | 09 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 August 2026 |
| Shortlisting Cut-Off | First Week of September 2026 |
| SSB Date Selection | September 2026 |
| SSB Interview | October – December 2026 |
| Course Starts | April 2027 |
Vacancy Details (Tentative)
| Engineering Stream | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Civil | 75 |
| Computer Science | 60 |
| Electrical | 33 |
| Electronics | 64 |
| Mechanical | 101 |
| Miscellaneous Engineering Streams | 17 |
| Total | 350 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- B.E./B.Tech Engineering Degree in the notified discipline
OR
- Final Year Engineering students (subject to notification conditions)
Age Limit
Candidates should be:
- 20 to 27 Years
- Born between 01 April 2000 and 31 March 2007 (Both dates inclusive)
Marital Status
- Only Unmarried Male Candidates
Physical Standards
| Activity | Standard |
|---|---|
| 2.4 Km Run | 10 Min 30 Sec |
| Push Ups | 40 |
| Pull Ups | 6 |
| Sit Ups | 30 |
| Squats | 2 × 30 |
| Lunges | 2 × 10 |
| Swimming | Basic Knowledge Required |
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Online Application
- Shortlisting
- SSB Interview
- Medical Examination
- Merit List
- Joining Letter
Training Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Academy | OTA Gaya |
| Duration | 49 Weeks |
| Training Period | April 2027 – March 2028 |
| Rank after Training | Lieutenant |
Salary
During Training
- ₹56,100 per month (Stipend)
After Commission
Approximate Annual CTC:
- ₹17–18 Lakhs
Pay Matrix
| Rank | Salary |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Major Allowances
- Military Service Pay (MSP)
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- Technical Allowance
- Transport Allowance
- Dress Allowance
- Children Education Allowance
- Hostel Subsidy
- Field Area Allowance
- Army Group Insurance
Type of Commission
- Short Service Commission (SSC)
Minimum Service:
- 10 Years
Maximum Service:
- 14 Years
Eligible for Permanent Commission after 10 years (subject to eligibility and Army policies).
Application Fee
- No Application Fee (As per the official notification)
Documents Required
- Matriculation Certificate
- 10+2 Certificate
- Engineering Degree / Provisional Certificate
- Semester Mark Sheets
- CGPA Conversion Certificate (if applicable)
- Final Year Certificate (if applicable)
- Identity Proof
- Passport Size Photograph
- Affidavit (if name mismatch exists)
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: https://joinindianarmy.nic.in
- Register/Login.
- Click Officer Entry Apply Online.
- Select SSC (Tech)-68 Men.
- Fill in personal, educational, and communication details.
- Verify all information carefully.
- Submit the application.
- Download and print the application form.
Important Instructions
- Only one application is allowed.
- Apply under the correct engineering stream.
- Stream mismatch leads to rejection.
- No correction is allowed after submission.
- Final-year students must submit the degree before the prescribed deadline.
- Marriage during training is not permitted.
SSB Interview Centres
- Prayagraj
- Bhopal
- Bengaluru
- Jalandhar
Travel Allowance
Candidates attending the SSB Interview for the first time are eligible for reimbursement of AC 3-Tier railway fare (or equivalent bus fare) within India.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | https://joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| Official Notification | Available on the official website |
| Official Website | https://joinindianarmy.nic.in |
