Indian Army NCC Special Entry Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 70 Posts

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• Updated February 12, 2026 03:52 PM
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• Indian Army has released an official notification for the recruitment of 70 NCC Special Entry Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official Indian Army website. The last date to submit the application form is 06-03-2026. In this article, you’ll find the Indian Army NCC Special Entry Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

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Indian Army Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF

• Candidates should download and read the Indian Army Jobs 2026 notification PDF carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the Important Links section below.
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Indian Army Recruitment 2026 - Overview

Vacancy Details

Age Limit

• Age Limit: 19 to 25 years as on 01 July 2026
• Date of Birth: Born not earlier than 02 July 2001 and not later than 01 July 2007 (both dates inclusive)
• Age Relaxation: As per Government norms
• Important Note: The date of birth as recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary School Examination Certificate or an equivalent certificate on the date of submission of applications will only be accepted and no subsequent request for its change will be considered or granted.

Important Dates

Selection Process

• Application Submission
• Shortlisting (Based on NCC 'C' Certificate Grade and Graduation Percentage)
• Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview (5 days - Stage I and Stage II)
• Medical Examination
• Merit List Preparation
• Joining Letter

Minimum Physical Standards (Before Joining Training Academy):

How to Apply

• Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online for the Indian Army Short Service Commission Recruitment 2026.
• Applications must be submitted online on or before 16 March 2026 (1500 Hours).
• Visit the official website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
• Click on 'Officer Entry Application/Login' and then click 'Registration' (Registration not required if already registered)
• Fill the online registration form carefully after reading the instructions
• After getting registered, log in and click on 'Apply Online' under Dashboard
• A page 'Officers Selection - Eligibility' will open
• Click 'Apply' shown against Short Service Commission NCC Special Entry Course
• Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details
• Fill details under various segments: Personal information, Communication details, Education details, and details of previous SSB
• Click 'Save & Continue' each time before moving to the next segment
• Review all details carefully in 'Summary of your information' page
• Only after ascertaining the correctness of all your details, click on 'Submit'
• Take out two copies of the application having Roll Number, 30 minutes after final closure of online application
• No changes can be made after submission, so verify all information carefully
• Important Instructions:
• Candidates must submit only one online application. Receipt of multiple applications from the same candidate will result in cancellation of candidature
• The date of birth, candidate's name, and parent's name must match exactly with Matriculation/Secondary School Examination Certificate
• CGPA/Grades must be converted into Marks as per the formulae adopted by the concerned University
• Candidates studying in final year must note that aggregate marks after completion should be same or higher than marks in first two/three years
• There is no need to send any hard copy to Directorate General Recruiting
• Candidates serving in Indian Armed Forces must inform their Commanding Officer in writing

Documents Required for SSB Interview (Originals + Self-Attested Copies):

• Print out of application duly signed with self-attested photograph
• Matriculation/Secondary School Examination Certificate and Mark Sheet
• 12th Class Certificate & Marks Sheet
• Graduation Degree/Provisional Degree (not more than 6 months old at time of joining Academy)
• Marks Sheets of all years/semesters
• NCC 'C' Certificate (Not required for Wards of Battle Casualties)
• Certificate regarding CGPA conversion to marks (if applicable)
• Certificate from Principal/Head stating candidate is in final year (for final year students)
• Declaration for final year candidates
• Battle Casualty documents (for Wards of Battle Casualties)
• IMPORTANT NOTE: DIGILOCKER Certificate will NOT be accepted in lieu of ORIGINAL CERTIFICATES

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Q2. How many vacancies are available in Indian Army NCC Special Entry Recruitment 2026?

• A total of 70 vacancies have been announced - 63 for General Category NCC candidates and 07 for Wards of Battle Casualties of Army Personnel. The selection process and merit will be prepared separately for each category based on eligibility criteria.

Q3. What is the eligibility qualification required?

• Candidates must possess Graduate Degree from a recognized university with NCC 'C' Certificate having minimum 'B' Grade. Minimum two/three years service in Senior Division/Wing of NCC is required. Wards of Battle Casualties need only Graduate Degree, NCC certificate not required for them.

Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?

• The age limit is 19 to 25 years as on 01 July 2026 (born not earlier than 02 July 2001 and not later than 01 July 2007, both dates inclusive). Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms for reserved categories.

Q5. What is the salary for the selected candidates?

• During training: Rs.56,100/- per month stipend. After commissioning as Lieutenant: Level 10 pay scale Rs.56,100-1,77,500/- per month. CTC on commissioning is approximately 17-18 lakh per annum excluding free medical cover and other benefits. Promotion to higher ranks comes with increased pay scales.

Q6. What is the selection process?

• The selection process includes online application, shortlisting based on NCC 'C' Certificate grade and graduation percentage, Services Selection Board (SSB) interview for 5 days, medical examination, merit list preparation based on SSB marks, and finally joining letter for pre-commission training at OTA Chennai.