Latest Update On: 21 February 2026
The Indian Army has officially announced the NCC Special Entry Scheme for the 124th Course (October 2026) under Short Service Commission (Non-Technical). This prestigious recruitment drive offers a golden opportunity for NCC 'C' Certificate holders and wards of battle casualties to join the Indian Army as commissioned officers. A total of 70 posts (primarily for men, with separate provisions in some sources indicating up to 76 including women) are available, making it one of the sought-after entries for graduates passionate about serving the nation.
Indian Army NCC Special Entry 2026: 76 Vacancies for 124th Course
(Oct 2026) – Apply Online Till 16 March
This scheme provides a direct path to becoming a Lieutenant in the Indian Army without a written exam—selection relies on academic performance, NCC achievements, SSB interview, and medical fitness. If you're a graduate with NCC experience or from a battle casualty family background, this could be your chance to wear the uniform and lead troops.
In this comprehensive guide (approx. 2000 words), we'll cover everything: overview, vacancies, eligibility, age limit, salary & perks, selection process, shortlisting criteria, physical standards, step-by-step application guide, required documents, important dates, and FAQs. All information is based on the official notification from joinindianarmy.nic.in.
Indian Army NCC Special Entry 2026 - Key Highlights
- Recruiting Body: Indian Army (Directorate General of Recruiting)
- Scheme Name: NCC Special Entry – 124th Course (October 2026)
- Commission Type: Short Service Commission (Non-Technical) – 10 to 14 years (option for Permanent Commission after 10 years)
- Total Vacancies: 70 (63 General NCC Men + 07 Wards of Battle Casualties; some updates mention additional for women, totaling up to 76)
- Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline + NCC 'C' Certificate (Min 'B' Grade)
- Age Limit: 19–25 years as on 01 July 2026
- Application Mode: Online only
- Official Website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
- Training: 49 weeks at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai, starting October 2026
- Stipend During Training: ₹56,100 per month
- CTC on Commissioning: Approx. ₹17–18 Lakh per annum
Vacancy Breakdown
The vacancies are category-specific to ensure fair representation:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| NCC Men (General) | 63 |
| Wards of Battle Casualties (Army Personnel) | 07 |
| Total | 70 Posts |
(Note: Recent sources indicate separate entries for women NCC candidates, potentially adding 5–6 more, bringing total to around 76. Check official PDF for exact gender-wise split.)
Wards of Battle Casualties include unmarried sons/daughters (including legally adopted) of personnel killed in action, died of wounds/injuries, wounded/missing presumed dead.
Eligibility Criteria
For NCC 'C' Certificate Holders
Nationality: Citizen of India, or subject of Nepal, or person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries with intent to settle permanently in India.
Educational Qualification:
- Bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
- Final-year students can apply if they complete graduation by 01 October 2026 and submit proof/marksheets.
- Aggregate percentage in first 2/3 years considered for shortlisting.
NCC Requirements:
- Served minimum 2–3 years in Senior Division/Wing of NCC.
- Minimum 'B' Grade in NCC 'C' Certificate exam.
- Must hold original/provisional 'C' Certificate at application; provisional not accepted at SSB—must convert before SSB.
- No NCC 'C' required for Wards of Battle Casualties (only graduation needed).
For Wards of Battle Casualties
- Same educational qualification as above.
- Required documents: Battle Casualty certificate from MP Dte, Part II Order, Relationship Certificate.
Important: Unmarried candidates only (for men; similar for women entries).
Age Limit & Relaxation
- Age: 19 to 25 years as on 01 July 2026.
- DOB Range: Born not earlier than 02 July 2001 and not later than 01 July 2007 (both inclusive).
- Relaxation: As per government norms (check notification for SC/ST/OBC details).
- DOB proof: Only Matriculation/Secondary School Certificate accepted—no changes allowed later.
Salary, Allowances & Benefits
During 49-week training at OTA Chennai: Fixed stipend of ₹56,100 per month.
After successful commissioning as Lieutenant:
| Rank | Pay Level | Pay Scale (₹) | Years of Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lieutenant | Level 10 | 56,100 – 1,77,500 | On Commission |
| Captain | Level 10B | 61,300 – 1,93,900 | After 2 years |
| Major | Level 11 | 69,400 – 2,07,200 | After 6 years |
| Lt Colonel | Level 12A | 1,21,200 – 2,12,400 | After 13 years |
| Colonel | Level 13 | 1,30,600 – 2,15,900 | - |
| Brigadier | Level 13A | 1,39,600 – 2,17,600 | - |
| Major General | Level 14 | 1,44,200 – 2,18,200 | - |
CTC on Commissioning: ~₹17–18 Lakh per annum (excluding free medical, home town travel once/year).
Key Allowances:
- Military Service Pay (MSP): ₹15,500 fixed.
- Dearness Allowance (DA): As per civilians.
- MSP, Field Area, Transport, Children Education (₹2,250/child/month for 2 children), Hostel Subsidy, Dress Allowance (₹20,000/year), Ration in kind, and more.
Additional perks: Free medical facilities, canteen access, housing, adventure opportunities, and post-release benefits.
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 12 February 2026 (1500 hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 March 2026 (1500 hrs) |
| Shortlisting for SSB | Tentatively first week May 2026 |
| SSB Interview | May/June 2026 (max 5 days) |
| SSB Centre/Date Choice Window | 15 days in April 2026 |
| Training Commencement | October 2026 |
Selection Process
- Online Application → Submit correctly.
- Shortlisting → Based on NCC 'C' Grade + Graduation % (bonus marks up to 100).
- SSB Interview → 5-day process (Stage I: Screening; Stage II: Psychological, GTO, Interview).
- Medical Examination → At designated centres.
- Merit List → Final based on SSB performance.
- Joining Letter → For training at OTA Chennai.
Bonus Marks for Shortlisting (Max 100):
NCC 'C' Certificate:- 'A' Grade: 50 marks
- 'B' Grade: 25 marks
- Up to 60%: 0
- 60–64.99%: 05
- 65–69.99%: 10
- 70–74.99%: 20
- 75–79.99%: 30
- 80–84.99%: 40
- 85–100%: 50
SSB Centres: Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bengaluru, Jalandhar.
Minimum Physical Standards
Candidates must meet Army fitness requirements before joining:
- 2.4 km Run: Max 10 min 30 sec
- Push-ups: 30
- Pull-ups: 06 (wait, user has inconsistencies; standard is often 6–12 pull-ups—verify)
- Sit-ups: 40
- Squats: 2 sets of 30
- Lunges: 2 sets of 10
- Swimming: 25 meters (any stroke)
Full medical standards on official site.
How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step?
- Visit www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.
- Click Officer Entry Application/Login.
- Register (new users) or login.
- Go to Dashboard → Apply Online.
- Select Short Service Commission NCC Special Entry.
- Fill personal, education, NCC, communication details.
- Save & Continue each section.
- Review summary → Submit.
- Print application (with Roll No.) after submission—needed for SSB.
- No hard copy to send.
Tips:
- One application only—multiples lead to cancellation.
- Match name/DOB exactly with Matric certificate.
- Convert CGPA to % as per university formula.
- Serving Armed Forces personnel: Inform CO in writing.
Documents for SSB (Originals + Self-attested copies):
- Application printout.
- Matric/12th/Graduation certificates & marksheets.
- NCC 'C' Certificate (not for wards).
- Final-year proof/declaration (if applicable).
- Battle casualty docs (if applicable).
- No Digilocker—originals mandatory.
Indian
Army NCC Special Entry Important Links
Apply
Online: Click here
Official
Notification PDF: Click here
Official
Website: Click here
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date for Indian Army NCC Special Entry 2026? 16 March 2026 (1500 hrs). Apply early to avoid server issues.
Q2. How many total vacancies? 70 (63 NCC Men General + 07 Wards); check official for women inclusion.
Q3. Is NCC 'C' mandatory? Yes (min 'B' Grade) for general; not for wards of battle casualties.
Q4. Age limit details? 19–25 as on 01 Jul 2026 (DOB 02 Jul 2001 to 01 Jul 2007).
Q5. Salary after commissioning? Starts at Lt Level 10 (₹56,100–1,77,500) + allowances; CTC ~17–18 Lakh.
Q6. Selection process? Shortlisting → SSB → Medical → Merit → Training.
Q7. Training location & duration? OTA Chennai, 49 weeks from Oct 2026.
This NCC Special Entry is a rewarding path for disciplined, patriotic graduates. Download the official notification PDF from joinindianarmy.nic.in and apply promptly. For updates, follow @GovDailyJobs or the official site. Best wishes.
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