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Indian Army SSC (Tech)-68 Men Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility, Dates, Salary

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  • Updated August 06, 2026 12:03 PM
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  • The Indian Army has released the official notification for the 68th Short Service Commission (Technical) Men course, commencing in April 2027. The recruitment is open to unmarried male engineering graduates and final-year engineering students in notified streams. Online applications can be submitted at www.joinindianarmy.nic.in. This article summarizes the eligibility criteria, vacancy details, important dates, selection process, salary structure, and application steps exactly as given in the official notification.
  • Download Indian Army SSC (Tech)-68 Men Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF Here

Quick Overview: Indian Army SSC (Tech)-68 Men 2026

CategoryDetails
Type of EntryShort Service Commission (Technical) – SSC(T)-68 Men
Open ForUnmarried Male candidates
Age Limit20 to 27 years as on 01 Apr 2027
Educational QualificationEngineering degree in notified streams
Total Vacancies350 (tentative)
Application ModeOnline at www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
Application Window09 Jul 2026 to 07 Aug 2026
Selection ProcessApplication > Shortlisting > SSB > Medical > Merit List > Joining Letter
Training AcademyOfficers Training Academy (OTA), Gaya, Bihar
Training Duration49 weeks (Apr 2027 to Mar 2028)
Stipend During Training₹56,100 per month
Rank After TrainingLieutenant
Salary on CommissioningApprox. CTC ₹17–18 Lakh per annum (excludes free medical cover and one home-town travel per year)
Type of CommissionShort Service Commission
Minimum Engagement Period10 years
Maximum Engagement Period14 years
Permanent Commission OptionAfter 10 years
  • Note: The notification states that the course details, tables, and highlights are for general awareness; the official notification published on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in is the only legally valid document for this course.

Indian Army SSC Tech 68 Men: Important Dates 2026

EventDate
Online Application Start Date09 Jul 2026, 1500 hrs
Online Application Last Date07 Aug 2026, 1500 hrs
Publication of Shortlisting Cut-off %First week of Sep 2026
Choice of SSB Dates & Centre OpensTwo weeks in Sep 2026
Likely SSB Interview DurationFive days between Oct 2026 and Dec 2026
Course CommencementApril 2027
Training PeriodApril 2027 to March 2028 (49 weeks)
  • Queries related to allotment of centres, interview dates, merit list, or joining instructions are answered only through the "Feedback/Query" option on the official website; queries submitted less than 3 days before the application closing date are not entertained.

Indian Army SSC Tech 68 Men Vacancy Details (Stream-Wise)

S.No.Core Engineering StreamVacancies
1Civil75
2Computer Science60
3Electrical33
4Electronics64
5Mechanical101
6Miscellaneous Engineering Streams17
Total350
  • A total of 350 vacancies (tentative, subject to change based on organizational requirements) have been notified across six core engineering streams:
  • Each core stream includes several AICTE-approved equivalent stream names (for example, "Civil" includes Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Architecture Engineering, and related disciplines). Candidates must apply under the stream that exactly matches their degree certificate/marksheet nomenclature — any mismatch between the stream name on the degree and the stream selected in the online application results in cancellation of candidature.
  • A candidate can apply for only one engineering stream/discipline; change of stream is not allowed at any stage of the selection process.
  • Also Read: Indian Army 68th SSCW (Technical) Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 30 Posts

Age Limit

  • Candidates must be between 20 and 27 years as on 01 Apr 2027, i.e., born between 01 Apr 2000 and 31 Mar 2007 (both dates inclusive).
  • Only the date of birth recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary School Examination Certificate (or equivalent) is accepted. No other document for age proof is accepted, and no request for change of recorded date of birth is considered later.

Minimum Physical Standards (Before Joining Training Academy)

ActivityMinimum Standard (Officer Cadets – Men)
2.4 Km Run10 minutes 30 seconds
Push-Up40
Pull-Up06
Sit-Up30
SquatsTwo sets of 30 repetitions
LungesTwo sets of 10 repetitions
SwimmingBasic knowledge of swimming required

Educational Qualification

  • Candidates who have passed the required engineering degree, or are in the final year of an engineering degree course in a notified stream, are eligible to apply.
  • Final-year candidates must be able to submit proof of passing the engineering degree examination, along with marksheets of all semesters/years, by 01 April 2027, and produce the degree certificate within 12 weeks from the start of PCTA training.
  • Candidates whose final year/final semester result is declared after 29 March 2027 are not eligible to apply for this course.
  • Final-year candidates are provisionally allowed to appear for the SSB if their cumulative percentage of marks up to the 6th semester/3rd year (Engineering), 8th semester/4th year (B.Arch), or 2nd semester/1st year (M.Sc in a notified equivalent stream) is not below the approved cut-off percentage for their stream.
  • After final results are declared, the cumulative percentage up to the final semester/year must also not fall below the approved cut-off, or the candidature will be cancelled.
  • The degree must be from a university/institution recognized by an Act of Parliament/State Legislature or deemed university under UGC Act 1956, IIT Act 1961, AICTE Act 1987, NITSER Act 2007, or IIIT Act 2024. Degrees from foreign universities are not accepted.

Selection Process

  • The Indian Army SSC (Tech)-68 Men selection follows this sequence:
  • Application > Shortlisting > SSB > Medical Examination > Merit List > Joining Letter

2. Selection of SSB Centre and Dates

  • After shortlisting, candidates log in to the website to select their SSB dates and centre on a first-come, first-served basis. Once selected, the centre and date generally cannot be changed. This window is expected to open for two weeks in September 2026.

Application Fee

  • Not specified in the official notification. The notification does not mention any application fee or fee-payment process for the SSC (Tech)-68 Men course. Candidates should refer to the "Apply Online" section on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in at the time of application for the most current information.

Documents Required for SSB Interview

  • Candidates must carry self-attested copies along with original documents to the Selection Centre. DigiLocker certificates are not accepted in place of originals unless accompanied by an authentication letter from the institution confirming only e-certificates were issued.
  • One signed printout of the application form with a self-attested photograph affixed
  • Matriculation/Secondary School Examination Certificate (or equivalent) and marksheet — the only accepted proof of date of birth and parents' names
  • 12th class marksheet and certificate, or Diploma marksheet and certificate (for Diploma holders)
  • Engineering Degree/Provisional Degree certificate issued by a recognized university (Provisional Degree must not be more than 6 months old at the time of joining the Academy)
  • Marksheets of all semesters/years
  • Certificate from the university's Controller of Examination/Registrar regarding the CGPA-to-percentage conversion formula
  • Certificate confirming cumulative percentage up to the relevant semester/year (for final-year appearing candidates)
  • Certificate from the Principal/Head of Institution confirming the candidate is in the final year and the result will be declared by 01 April 2027
  • Declaration by final-year candidates that they will submit proof of passing along with all marksheets by 01 April 2027
  • Documents related to civil/character verification
  • An affidavit is required if there is any variation between the candidate's name/parents' names on educational documents and the online application
  • Also Read: Indian Air Force (IAF) Intake 02/2027 Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for Agniveervayu & Airmen Group Y Posts

How to Apply for Indian Army SSC Tech 68 Men Online

  • Visit the official website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
  • Click on "Officer Entry Application/Login," then click "Registration" (skip this step if already registered on the portal).
  • Fill the online registration form after carefully reading the instructions. Aadhaar number and matriculation certificate details are mandatory for registration.
  • After registering, click "Apply Online" under the Dashboard.
  • On the "Officers Selection – Eligibility" page, click "Apply" against the Short Service Commission Technical Course.
  • Fill in the Application Form across all sections: personal information, communication details, education details, and previous SSB details (if any). Click "Save & Continue" after each section.
  • Review all entries on the "Summary of your information" page.
  • Click "Submit" only after confirming all details are correct.
  • Take two printouts of the application (with roll number) 30 minutes after the final closure of the online application on the last day.
  • Important: No changes can be made to the submitted application after the closing date, and no representation on this will be entertained.

Important Instructions to Note

  • Any mismatch between the engineering stream on the degree certificate/marksheet and the stream selected in the online application will result in cancellation of candidature.
  • Any variation in the candidate's name or parents' names between educational documents and the application requires an affidavit explaining the variation.
  • CGPA/Grades must be converted to marks using the formula adopted by the candidate's own university before filling in "Marks obtained in Graduation."
  • Only one online application is allowed per candidate; multiple applications result in cancellation.
  • Candidates already serving in the Armed Forces must inform their Commanding Officer in writing about applying, and their application must be countersigned by the Commanding Officer.
  • Candidates who have ever been debarred by UPSC from any examination are not eligible.
  • Candidates arrested, convicted by a criminal court, or involved in a criminal case are not eligible; discovery of such facts at any stage leads to cancellation/withdrawal.
  • Candidates withdrawn from NDA, IMA, OTA, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, or any service training academy on disciplinary grounds are not eligible to apply.
  • Requests for change of SSB interview date or centre will not be entertained or replied to.
  • The notification is published in Hindi and English; in case of any discrepancy, the English version prevails.

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Q2. What is the age limit for SSC Tech 68 Men?

  • Candidates must be between 20 and 27 years old as on 01 April 2027, i.e., born between 01 April 2000 and 31 March 2007 (both dates inclusive).

Q4. How many vacancies are there in SSC Tech 68 Men?

  • A total of 350 tentative vacancies are notified across Civil (75), Computer Science (60), Electrical (33), Electronics (64), Mechanical (101), and Miscellaneous Engineering streams (17).

Q6. What is the salary during training and after commissioning?

  • Cadets receive a stipend of ₹56,100 per month during the 49-week training. After commissioning as Lieutenant, the approximate CTC is ₹17–18 lakh per annum (excluding free medical cover and one home-town travel per year).

Q8. Is there an application fee for SSC Tech 68 Men?

  • The official notification does not specify any application fee for this course.
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