The Indian Army has announced jobs for engineering graduates through the Short Service Commission (SSC) Tech 66 Entry 2025. 381 vacancies are available for men, women, and widows of defense personnel; this recruitment aims to recruit talented individuals for technical roles. Selected candidates will do training at the Officers Training Academy and be commissioned as lieutenants with a high salary and benefits.
Educational Qualification
Candidates need to have a B.E. or B.Tech degree in one of the following engineering streams:
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Civil Engineering
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Computer Science/IT
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Electrical Engineering
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Electronics & Communication
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Mechanical Engineering
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Other streams like Chemical, Biotechnology 14, Aerospace,
Students in their final year can also apply, but they must finish their degree before starting the training program.
Age Limit
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Men and women must be between 20 and 27 years old as of 1 April 2026.
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For widows and Defense Personnel up to 35 years is the age limit.
Marital Status
Unmarried candidates are eligible for these posts. Married people are not eligible. Widows of defense personnel are exempt from this requirement.
Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies is 381:
| Category | Number of Posts | Engineering Streams Breakdown |
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| Men | 350 | 75 Civil, 60 Computer Science/IT, 33 Electrical, 64 Electronics & 64 for Communication, 101 for Mechanical, and 17 for Miscellaneous |
| Women | 31 | 7 for Civil, 4 for Computer Science/IT, 3 for Electrical, 6 for Electronics & Communication, 9 for Mechanical, 2 Windows Entry operators |
| Widows (Tech) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in any stream |
| Widows (Non-Tech) | 1 | A graduation in any discipline |
Selection Process
- For the selection, there is no written exam.
- On their academic performance in engineering degree candidates will be shortlisted.
- The cutoff marks will be based on the branch of engineering and the number of seats available.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for a 5-day SSB Interview, which includes:
Stage I: Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) test and Picture Perception & Description Test (PPDT)
Stage II: Psychological tests, group tasks, and a personal interview to check leadership and analytical skills
- A medical checkup will be done for the selected candidates to ensure they meet the Indian Army’s physical and medical standards.
- The selection of the candidate depends on their performance in the SSB interview, medical fitness, and academic scores.
Physical Standards
Candidates need to meet the following physical requirements:
For Men:
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Running: 2.4 km in 10 minutes 30 seconds
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Push-ups: 40 times
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Pull-ups: 6 times
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Sit-ups: 30 times
For Women:
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Running: 2.4 km in 13 minutes
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Push-ups: 15 times
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Pull-ups: 2 times
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Sit-ups: 25 times
Swimming is mandatory before joining the training academy.
Salary and Benefits
During training, selected candidates will get a monthly stipend of ₹56,100. After becoming lieutenants, their yearly salary will be around ₹17–18 lakhs, and they will receive extra benefits like:
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Free medical facilities for themselves and their families.
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Travel allowances and retirement benefits.
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Opportunities for promotion to higher ranks like captain, major, and lieutenant colonel.
Important Dates
| Event | Date(s) |
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| Online Application Start | 23 July, 2025 |
| Last Date for Men | 22 August, 2025, at 3:00 PM |
| Last Date for Women | 21 August, 2025, at 3:00 PM |
| Last Date for Widows (Offline) | 29 August, 2025 |
| Training Commencement | April 2026 |
Note: The SSB Interviews will be conducted between May and July 2025
How to Apply
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Visit the official website of the board, joinindianarmy.nic.in.
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Register yourself as a new user and log in using your credentials.
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Fill the application form with your correct personal, educational, and contact details.
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Upload scanned copies of documents, like photographs and educational certificates.
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Check the submitted information and submit the form.
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Take a printout of the submitted application.
- Note: Widows of defense personnel need to apply offline by downloading the form and sending it to the Directorate General of Recruiting before August 29, 2025
Training and Career Growth
- After selection, tcandidates will go for 49 weeks of training (OTA). The training includes:
- Upon completion, candidates are commissioned as lieutenants and serve for a minimum of 10 years, with options to extend up to 14 years.
- For more details, visit the official Indian Army website and refer to the notification PDFs available there.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the last date to apply?
For women, the last date to apply online is August 21, 2025, at 3:00 PM, and for men, August 22, 2025, at 3:00 PM. On August 29, 2025, widows of defense personnel can submit offline applications.
2. Any written exam for the Indian Army SSC Tech Entry recruitment 2025?
No, there is no written exam. Candidates are shortlisted based on their academic performance, and those who qualify are called for the SSB interview and medical examination.
3. What is the salary for selected candidates during training?
Candidates will receive a monthly stipend of ₹56,100. After commissioning as lieutenants, the annual package ranges between ₹17-18 lakhs, along with additional benefits.
Notification PDF & Apply Online Form Link
| Notification PDF | Male | Female |
| Short Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |