Indian Army SSC (Tech) 68 Men Recruitment 2026 – 350 Vacancies | Indian Army

Introduction

The Indian Army has announced the official notification for the 68th Short Service Commission (Technical) – SSC(T)-68 Men course, slated to commence in April 2027. The recruitment is open exclusively to unmarried male engineering graduates and final‑year engineering students in the notified streams, with online applications accepted from 09 July 2026 to 07 August 2026.

Highlights

Post & Organization Details

• Type of Entry: Short Service Commission (Technical) – SSC(T)-68 Men
• Open For: Unmarried Male candidates
• Training Academy: Officers Training Academy (OTA), Gaya, Bihar
• Training Duration: 49 weeks (April 2027 – March 2028)
• Rank on Commissioning: Lieutenant
• Minimum Engagement Period: 10 years
• Maximum Engagement Period: 14 years
• Permanent Commission Option: After 10 years

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

• Citizen of India
• Subject of Nepal
• Person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries, or Vietnam with a valid eligibility certificate

Marital Status

Only unmarried male candidates are eligible. Marriage before or during training leads to cancellation.

Age Limit

Applicants must be between 20 and 27 years as on 01 Apr 2027 (i.e., date of birth between 01 Apr 2000 and 31 Mar 2007, both inclusive). The date of birth recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary School Certificate is the only accepted proof.

Physical Standards (Before Joining)

Educational Qualification

• Must have an engineering degree in a notified stream, or be a final‑year student of such a degree.
• Final‑year candidates must submit proof of passing the degree by 01 Apr 2027 and produce the degree certificate within 12 weeks of training start.
• Results declared after 29 Mar 2027 are ineligible.
• Degree must be from a university/institution recognized under the UGC, IIT, AICTE, NITSER, or IIIT Acts. Foreign degrees are not accepted.

Pay Scale & Salary

• Stipend during training: ₹56,100 per month (equivalent to Level‑10 pay matrix).
• Salary on commissioning (CTC): Approx. ₹17–18 lakh per annum (excluding free medical cover and one home‑town travel per year).

Important Dates

Selection Process

1. Application – Online submission of the application form.
2. Shortlisting – Stream‑wise shortlisting based on vacancy‑to‑call‑up ratio and cumulative academic percentage.
3. SSB (Service Selection Board) – Candidates select preferred centre and dates; undergo a two‑stage interview lasting up to five days.
4. Medical Examination – Medical fitness verification valid for 270 days from the Special Medical Board date.
5. Merit List – Stream‑wise merit list prepared on SSB interview marks; ties resolved by age then academic percentage.
6. Joining Letter – Issued to successful candidates for reporting to OTA, Gaya.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.
2. Register using a valid email address and create a password.
3. Log in with the newly created credentials.
4. Fill in the online application form with personal, educational, and physical fitness details.
5. Select the engineering stream that exactly matches your degree nomenclature.
6. Upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, DOB proof, educational certificates, etc.).
7. Pay the application fee (if any) as per the fee structure displayed on the portal.
8. Review the entered information carefully and submit the application before 07 Aug 2026, 1500 hrs.
9. After submission, note down the application number for future reference.

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FAQs

1. What is the total number of vacancies?
   There are 350 tentative vacancies across six engineering streams.
2. Who is eligible to apply?
   Unmarried male Indian citizens (or eligible subjects of Nepal, etc.) holding an engineering degree in a notified stream, or final‑year students of such a degree, aged between 20 and 27 years as on 01 Apr 2027.
3. What is the last date to submit the online application?
   The online application must be submitted by 07 Aug 2026, 1500 hrs.
4. Can I apply for more than one engineering stream?
   No. Candidates can apply for only one engineering stream; changes are not permitted at any stage.
5. What is the stipend during training?
   The training stipend is ₹56,100 per month.
6. What is the expected CTC after commissioning?
   Approximate CTC is between ₹17 lakh and ₹18 lakh per annum, excluding free medical cover and one home‑town travel per year.
7. When will the SSB interview be conducted?
   The SSB interview is expected to be held over five days between October 2026 and December 2026.
8. Is there any application fee?
   The official notification does not mention any application fee; candidates should verify the fee details on the official portal during the application process.