The Indian Army has released the 68th Short Service Commission (Technical) Men Course (April 2027) notification for engineering graduates. A total of 350 vacancies have been announced across multiple engineering streams including Civil, Computer Science, Mechanical, Electronics, Electrical, and other technical disciplines.

Eligible unmarried male engineering graduates can apply online through the official Indian Army recruitment website from 09 July 2026 to 07 August 2026. Candidates will be selected based on shortlisting, SSB Interview, medical examination, and merit list.

Indian Army SSC (Tech) 68 Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particular	Details
Organization	Indian Army
Course Name	68th Short Service Commission (Technical) Men Course
Course Commencement	April 2027
Total Vacancies	350
Job Type	Defence Jobs
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	https://joinindianarmy.nic.in

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Released	July 2026
Online Application Start	09 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	07 August 2026
Shortlisting	September 2026 (Expected)
SSB Interview	October – December 2026
Training Starts	April 2027

Vacancy Details

The Indian Army has announced 350 vacancies distributed among various engineering streams.

Engineering Stream	Vacancies
Civil Engineering	75
Computer Science	60
Electrical	33
Electronics	64
Mechanical	101
Miscellaneous Engineering Streams	17
Total	350

Eligible Engineering Streams

Applications are invited from candidates possessing degrees in:

Civil Engineering
Computer Science Engineering
Information Technology
Electrical Engineering
Electronics & Communication Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronics
Automobile Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Production Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Aeronautical Engineering
Biotechnology
Agricultural Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Mining Engineering
Textile Engineering
Food Engineering
Metallurgical Engineering
Robotics & Automation
AI & Machine Learning
Data Science
Cyber Security
Computer Networks
Various AICTE-approved equivalent engineering disciplines

Educational Qualification

Candidates should possess:

BE/B.Tech degree in the notified engineering discipline from a recognized university.

Candidates studying in the final year of Engineering are also eligible, provided they complete the degree before 01 April 2027 and produce all required mark sheets and degree certificate within the prescribed timeline.

Age Limit

As on 01 April 2027

Minimum Age: 20 Years
Maximum Age: 27 Years

Candidates should be born between:

01 April 2000
31 March 2007 (Both dates inclusive)

Nationality

Applicants must be:

Citizen of India
Citizen of Nepal
Person of Indian Origin fulfilling Government of India eligibility conditions

Marital Status

The Indian Army SSC (Tech) 68 Entry is open only to unmarried male candidates. Applicants must remain unmarried throughout the training period at the Pre-Commission Training Academy (PCTA)/Officers Training Academy. If a candidate marries after submitting the application but before joining training, or gets married during the training period, their candidature will be cancelled or they may be discharged from the academy. Such candidates may also be required to reimburse the Government for the training expenses incurred.

Physical Standards

Minimum physical standards include:

Activity	Minimum Requirement
2.4 km Run	10 Minutes 30 Seconds
Push-ups	40
Pull-ups	6
Sit-ups	30
Squats	30 × 2 Sets
Lunges	10 × 2 Sets
Swimming	Basic knowledge required

Indian Army SSC (Tech) 68 Recruitment 2026 – Detailed Selection Process

The selection process for the Indian Army SSC (Tech) 68 Men Course (April 2027) is designed to identify technically qualified, physically fit, and leadership-oriented candidates. There is no written examination. Selection is based on academic performance, the SSB Interview, medical fitness, and the final merit list.

Step 1: Online Application

Candidates must submit their online application through the official Indian Army recruitment portal within the prescribed application period. They should carefully enter their personal details, educational qualifications, and engineering stream, as any mismatch between the application and degree documents may lead to rejection.

Step 2: Shortlisting of Applications

The Integrated Headquarters of the Ministry of Defence (Army) shortlists candidates based on the cumulative percentage of marks obtained in the engineering degree. A separate cut-off is prepared for each engineering stream depending on the number of vacancies and applications received.

Final-year engineering students are shortlisted based on the cumulative marks obtained up to the prescribed semester/year, provided they satisfy all eligibility conditions.

Step 3: Selection of SSB Interview Centre

Candidates who are shortlisted must log in to the recruitment portal and choose their SSB Interview date and centre on a first-come, first-served basis. Once selected, the interview schedule generally cannot be changed except under exceptional circumstances decided by the Army authorities.

Step 4: Five-Day SSB Interview

Shortlisted candidates are called for a five-day Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview at one of the designated centres, such as Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bengaluru, or Jalandhar.

The SSB Interview consists of two stages:

Stage I – Screening Test

Candidates undergo:

Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) Test
Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PPDT)

Only candidates who qualify Stage I are retained for the remaining stages. Those who fail are sent back on the same day.

Stage II – Psychological & Personality Assessment

Candidates who clear Stage I undergo a comprehensive assessment over the next four days, which includes:

Psychological Tests
Group Testing Officer (GTO) Tasks
Group Discussions
Outdoor Group Activities
Individual Obstacles
Command Task
Lecturette
Personal Interview
Conference

These tests evaluate leadership qualities, communication skills, decision-making ability, teamwork, intelligence, confidence, and officer-like qualities (OLQs).

Step 5: Medical Examination

Candidates recommended by the SSB must undergo a detailed military medical examination to ensure they meet the Indian Army’s prescribed medical standards. Medical fitness is mandatory for final selection. Candidates declared medically fit proceed to the merit list stage.

Step 6: Final Merit List

The final merit list is prepared based on:

SSB Interview performance
Medical fitness
Fulfilment of all eligibility conditions
Availability of vacancies in the respective engineering stream

Merely qualifying the SSB Interview does not guarantee selection. Candidates are selected strictly according to merit and the number of available vacancies.

Step 7: Joining Letter & Training

Candidates whose names appear in the final merit list receive a Joining Letter for the Pre-Commission Training Academy (PCTA). They undergo approximately 49 weeks of training, during which they receive a monthly stipend of ₹56,100. After successfully completing the training, candidates are commissioned as Lieutenants in the Indian Army.

Selection Process at a Glance

Online Application
Application Shortlisting (Engineering Marks Based)
Selection of SSB Centre & Date
Stage I SSB Screening Test (OIR & PPDT)
Stage II SSB Interview (Psychological Tests, GTO Tasks, Interview & Conference)
Medical Examination
Final Merit List
Joining Letter
Pre-Commission Training
Commission as Lieutenant in the Indian Army

Training Details

Particular	Details
Training Academy	Pre-Commission Training Academy (PCTA)
Training Starts	April 2027
Training Duration	49 Weeks
Training Stipend	₹56,100 per month

Salary

During Training

₹56,100 per month

After Commission

Rank	Pay Level	Salary
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

Additional benefits include:

Military Service Pay (MSP)
Dearness Allowance
Technical Allowance
Field Area Allowance
High Altitude Allowance
Medical Facilities
Leave Travel Concession
Pension and other service benefits as applicable

Commission Details

Commission Type: Short Service Commission (SSC)
Initial Service: 10 Years
Extension: Up to 14 Years
Opportunity for Permanent Commission after eligibility assessment

How to Apply

Candidates can apply online by following these steps:

Visit the official website: https://joinindianarmy.nic.in
Click on Officer Entry Apply/Login.
Register using a valid email ID.
Log in and select SSC (Tech)-68 Men (April 2027).
Fill in all personal, educational, and communication details.
Upload the required documents.
Verify all details before final submission.
Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Required Documents

Recent Passport Size Photograph
Signature
Class 10 Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
Engineering Mark Sheets
Degree Certificate / Provisional Degree
Final Year Certificate (if applicable)
Valid ID Proof
Category Certificate (if applicable)

Type and Tenure of Commission

Type of Commission: Short Service Commission
Minimum engagement: 10 years
Maximum engagement: 14 years (extendable by up to 4 years beyond 10, subject to eligibility)
Release options: First — after 5 years; Second — after 10 years; Third — after 14 years
Permanent Commission option: Can be considered in the 10th year of service, subject to eligibility and suitability as per prevailing terms

Promotion Criteria

Rank	Promotion Criteria
Lieutenant	On commission
Captain	On completion of 2 years reckonable commissioned service
Major	On completion of 6 years reckonable commissioned service
Lieutenant Colonel	On completion of 13 years reckonable commissioned service
Colonel (TS)	On completion of 26 years reckonable commissioned service
Colonel and above	On selection basis, subject to fulfilment of requisite service conditions

Why Join the Indian Army Through SSC (Tech)?

Prestigious Officer Rank
Attractive Salary Package
₹56,100 Monthly Training Stipend
Free Medical Facilities
Adventure & Leadership Opportunities
Career Growth
Technical Officer Role
Opportunity for Permanent Commission
National Service with Pride

Indian Army SSC (Tech)-68 Men Recruitment 2026 – Important Links

Apply Online: Click here
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the last date to apply for Indian Army SSC (Tech) 68 Recruitment 2026?

Answer: The last date to submit the online application is 07 August 2026.

Q2. How many vacancies are available?

Answer: A total of 350 vacancies have been announced.

Q3. Who can apply?

Answer: Unmarried male engineering graduates and eligible final-year engineering students.

Q4. What is the age limit?

Answer: Candidates must be 20–27 years as on 01 April 2027.

Q5. Is there any written examination?

Answer: No. Selection is based on application shortlisting, SSB Interview, medical examination, and merit list.