Are you an unmarried female engineering graduate dreaming of becoming an officer in the Indian Army? The Indian Army 68th Short Service Commission Women (Technical) Course 2026 offers an excellent opportunity to join the Indian Army as a Lieutenant through the 68th SSCW (Technical) Entry. A total of 30 vacancies have been announced for eligible women candidates in various engineering disciplines. The online application process has already started, and interested candidates can submit their applications through the official website before the closing date.

In this article, you’ll find complete information about the Indian Army 68th SSCW (Technical) Recruitment 2026, including eligibility, important dates, vacancy details, age limit, selection process, salary, training, and the step-by-step application process.

Indian Army 68th SSCW (Technical) Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particular	Details
Organization	Indian Army
Course Name	68th Short Service Commission Women (Technical)
Entry	SSCW (Tech)
Total Vacancies	30
Job Location	Across India
Training Academy	Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai
Commission	Short Service Commission
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	https://joinindianarmy.nic.in

Indian Army SSCW Technical Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Released	July 2026
Online Application Start	07 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	06 August 2026 (3:00 PM)
SSB Interview	To be Announced
Course Commencement	April 2027

Indian Army SSCW Technical Vacancy 2026

The Indian Army has announced 30 vacancies for the 68th SSCW (Technical) Course.

Post	Vacancies
Short Service Commission Women (Technical)	30

Vacancies are distributed among various engineering streams including:

Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronics
Computer Science
Information Technology
Electronics & Communication
Architecture
Automobile Engineering
Artificial Intelligence
Data Science
Other notified engineering disciplines

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess:

B.E. / 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 produce proof of passing before the prescribed date mentioned in the official notification.

Age Limit

Candidates should be:

Minimum Age: 20 Years
Maximum Age: 27 Years

Only candidates falling within the age criteria specified in the official notification are eligible.

Nationality

Applicants must be:

Citizen of India

Eligible subjects as specified under the Indian Army recruitment rules.

Indian Army SSCW Technical 2026 Selection Process

The selection process consists of:

Shortlisting of Applications
Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview
Medical Examination
Merit List
Joining Letter

No written examination will be conducted.

Salary

Selected candidates will undergo training at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai and, after commissioning, will receive salary according to the Level-10 Pay Matrix.

Expected Pay

Component	Amount
Basic Pay	₹56,100 per month
Military Service Pay (MSP)	₹15,500
Other Allowances	As applicable

In addition, officers receive:

Dearness Allowance (DA)
High Altitude Allowance
Field Area Allowance
Uniform Allowance
Free Medical Facilities
Canteen Facilities
Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
Pension and other benefits as per government rules.

Training

Selected candidates will undergo approximately 49 weeks of pre-commission training at:

Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai

After successful completion of training, candidates will be commissioned as Lieutenants in the Indian Army.

Application Fee

There is No Application Fee.

Category	Fee
General	Nil
OBC	Nil
SC	Nil
ST	Nil
EWS	Nil

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

Passport-size Photograph
Signature
Aadhaar Card
10th Certificate
12th Certificate
Engineering Degree / Final Year Certificate
Category Certificate (if applicable)
Domicile Certificate
NCC Certificate (if applicable)
Valid Email ID
Mobile Number

How to Apply Online for Indian Army 68th SSCW Technical Recruitment 2026

Follow these simple steps:

Visit the official website of Join Indian Army.
Click on Officer Entry Apply/Login.
Register using a valid email ID.
Complete the online registration.
Fill in all personal and educational details.
Upload the required documents.
Verify the application form carefully.
Submit the application.
Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Why Join the Indian Army through SSCW Technical Entry?

Some major benefits include:

Direct Officer Entry
No Written Examination
Prestigious Government Job
Attractive Salary
Leadership Opportunities
Adventure Training
Career Growth
Respect and Social Status
Medical and Pension Benefits
Opportunity to Serve the Nation

Important Links

Particular	Link
Official Website	https://joinindianarmy.nic.in
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Notification	Click Here

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many vacancies are available in Indian Army 68th SSCW Technical Recruitment 2026?

Answer: There are 30 vacancies for the 68th SSCW (Technical) Course.

Q2. Who can apply?

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

Q3. What is the last date to apply?

Answer: 06 August 2026 (3:00 PM).

Q4. Is there any written examination?

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

Q5. What is the starting salary?

Answer: The basic pay starts from ₹56,100 per month, along with MSP and other allowances.

Q6. Where will the training be conducted?

Answer: At the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai.