Indian Army SSC Technical 67th Men Recruitment 2026
The Indian Army extends a compelling invitation to bright and ambitious male engineering graduates to join its ranks as Short Service Commission (Technical) Officers through the 67th Men's course. This prestigious recruitment drive offers a unique pathway to serve the nation with distinction and embark on a dynamic career in the armed forces. A total of 350 coveted vacancies are announced, presenting a significant opportunity for eligible candidates.
Key Highlights
- Organization: Indian Army
- Post Name: Short Service Commission (Technical) - 67th Course
- Total Vacancies: 350
- Eligibility: B.E./B.Tech in specific Engineering streams
- Age Limit: 20 to 27 years (as on October 01, 2026)
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Dates: January 07, 2026, to February 05, 2026
- Official Website: joinindianarmy.nic.in
Vacancy Details
The recruitment is for Short Service Commission (Technical) - 67th Course, with vacancies distributed across various engineering disciplines:
| Engineering Stream |
Post Name / Specialization |
Number of Vacancies |
| Civil |
Civil Engineering, Architecture, Building Construction & Technology |
75 |
| Computer Science |
Computer Science & Engineering, Computer Technology, M.Sc. Computer Science, Information Technology |
60 |
| Electrical |
Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics |
33 |
| Electronics |
Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation, Instrumentation, Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication, Telecommunication, Opto Electronics, Micro Electronics & Microwave, Fibre Optics, Satellite Communication |
64 |
| Mechanical |
Mechanical Engineering, Production, Automobile, Industrial, Workshop Technology, Aeronautical, Aerospace, Avionics |
101 |
| Miscellaneous |
Plastic Tech, Remote Sensing, Ballistics, Bio Medical Engineering, Food Tech, Agriculture, Metallurgical, Metallurgy and Explosive, Laser Tech, Bio Tech, Rubber Technology, Chemical Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Mining, Nuclear Technology, Textile |
17 |
| Total Vacancies |
350 |
Note: Vacancies are tentative and subject to change based on organizational requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must possess a B.E. or B.Tech degree in the notified Engineering streams from a university/institution recognized by an Act of Central or State Legislature in India, or other deemed/autonomous universities.
- Final year students of engineering degree courses are also eligible to apply, provided they submit proof of passing the Engineering Degree Examination with marksheets by October 01, 2026, and the Degree Certificate within 12 weeks from the commencement of training.
- Only engineering streams and their strictly equivalent streams as specified in the official notification will be accepted.
Age Limit (as on October 01, 2026):
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 27 years
- Candidates must have been born between October 01, 1999, and September 30, 2006 (both dates inclusive).
Marital Status:
- Only unmarried male candidates are eligible.
Physical Standards:
Candidates are required to meet certain physical fitness standards. These include:
- 2.4 Km Run: 10 Minutes 30 Seconds
- Push-Up: 40
- Pull-Up: 06
- Sit-Up: 30
- Squats: Two sets of 30 repetitions
- Lunges: Two sets of 10 repetitions
- Swimming: Basic knowledge of swimming is required.
Salary Structure
During the training period at Officers Training Academy, candidates will receive a stipend of ₹56,100 per month (starting pay in Level-10 of Pay Matrix). Upon successful commissioning as a Lieutenant, the pay scale ranges from ₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500 per month, along with various allowances and benefits including Military Service Pay, Dearness Allowance, Transport Allowance, Dress Allowance, Children Education Allowance, and other field area allowances depending on rank and posting.
Application Fee
There is no application fee mentioned in the official notification for this Indian Army SSC Technical 67th Men recruitment. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for any updates.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Online Application Start Date |
January 07, 2026 (15:00 hours) |
| Online Application Closing Date |
February 05, 2026 (15:00 hours) |
| Publication of Cut-off % for Shortlisting |
First week of March 2026 |
| SSB Interview Period |
April - June 2026 |
| Submission Deadline for Engineering Degree Proof (for final year students) |
October 01, 2026 |
| Training Commencement |
October 2026 |
Selection Process
The selection process for the Indian Army SSC Technical 67th Men course involves multiple stages:
- Online Application: Candidates must register and apply online through the official Indian Army website.
- Shortlisting: Applications will be shortlisted based on the cumulative percentage of marks obtained in the engineering degree up to the final semester/year. Stream-wise cut-offs will be applied.
- Allotment of Selection Centre: Shortlisted candidates will be intimated via email about their allotted Selection Centre (Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bengaluru, or Jalandhar Cantt) and will select SSB dates on a first-come, first-served basis.
- SSB Interview: A five-day, two-stage Services Selection Board (SSB) interview will be conducted.
- Medical Examination: Candidates recommended after the SSB interview will undergo a medical examination.
- Merit List: A merit list will be prepared based on SSB interview marks, specific to each engineering stream/subject.
- Joining Letter: Medically fit candidates who fall within the stipulated stream-wise vacancies in the merit list will receive joining letters for pre-commissioning training at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Gaya.
Note: Mere qualification in the SSB interview does not guarantee final selection; it is subject to merit, medical fitness, and vacancy availability.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates must apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official Indian Army website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.
- Click on the 'Officer Entry Apply/Login' section, and then proceed with 'Registration' if you are a new user.
- Carefully fill out the online registration form after thoroughly reviewing the instructions provided.
- Upon successful registration, log in to your dashboard and click on the 'Apply Online' option.
- A page titled 'Officers Selection - Eligibility' will open. Locate and click 'Apply' corresponding to the Technical Graduate Course.
- Complete the detailed application form by filling in information across various segments, including personal details, communication information, educational qualifications, and any previous SSB appearance records.
- Ensure you click 'Save & Continue' each time before moving to the next segment of the application form.
- After entering all necessary details, review your complete application on the 'Summary of your information' page for accuracy.
- Once you are certain of the correctness of all entered details, click on the 'Submit' button to finalize your application.
- It is highly recommended to take two printouts of your application form, bearing the Roll Number, approximately 30 minutes after the final submission for your records.
