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Recruiting authorityIndian Army, Directorate General of Recruiting, Integrated HQ, Ministry of Defence
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  • Indian Army 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES-56) Recruitment 2026: Get the latest Indian Army recruitment notification 2026 for 90 vacancies under the Technical Entry Scheme (TES-56) for a course commencing January 2027. The online application process starts on 13th May 2026 and the last date to apply online is 12th June 2026. Find Indian Army TES vacancies on the official website www.joinindianarmy.nic.in. You can also get Free Job Alert of “Upcoming Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026” notifications for freshers and experienced candidates. Also know the direct official link for Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026 apply online from the Indian Army career page.

Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026 Overview

Organization NameIndian Army, Directorate General of Recruiting, Integrated HQ, Ministry of Defence
Entry Name10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES-56)
Course CommencementJanuary 2027
Open ForUnmarried Male
Total Vacancies90 (Provisional – subject to change as per organizational requirement)
Pay ScaleLevel 10: Rs. 56,100–1,77,500/- (on commissioning as Lieutenant); CTC approx. Rs. 17–18 Lakh per annum
Stipend during TrainingRs. 56,100/- per month (at IMA only, after 3 years of training)
Application ModeOnline only (via www.joinindianarmy.nic.in)
Selection ProcessApplication > Shortlisting > SSB > Medical > Merit List > Joining Letter
Type of CommissionPermanent Commission
Rank after TrainingLieutenant
Official Websitehttps://www.joinindianarmy.nic.in

Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Opening of Online Application Portal13-05-2026 (at 1200 hrs)
Last Date for Online Application Submission12-06-2026 (at 1200 hrs)
Publication of Cut-off Marks for ShortlistingTentatively first week of July 2026
SSB Interview (Likely Duration and Dates)Upto five days SSB between August to September 2026
Age Calculated As On01-01-2027
Course CommencementJanuary 2027

Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details

EntryTotal VacanciesEligible Candidates
Technical Entry Scheme (TES-56)90 (Provisional)Unmarried Male
Sl. No.Cadet Training Wing (CTW)Engineering DegreeParent Arm/Service
1CTW, CME PuneCivil & Mechanical EngineeringCorps of Engineers
2CTW, MCTE MhowTelecom & IT Engineering (Dual Degree)Corps of Signals
3CTW, MCEME SecunderabadElectronics & Mechanical EngineeringCorps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers
  • A total of 90 vacancies have been announced for the Technical Entry Scheme (TES-56) course commencing January 2027. The vacancies are provisional and subject to change depending on training capacity at Cadets Training Wings (CTWs) and organizational requirements.
  • Engineering Streams & Parent Arm/Service (CTW-wise)

Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria

QualificationDetails
10+2 / Equivalent (Mandatory)Passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with a minimum aggregate of 60% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) from any recognized education board. PCM percentage is calculated based on marks obtained in Class XII only.
JEE (Mains) 2026 (Mandatory)Candidate must have appeared in JEE (Mains) 2026. JEE Mains 2026 Application Number is mandatory to be filled for B.E/B.Tech courses.
Marital StatusUnmarried male only. Candidates must undertake not to marry until they complete full training.
  • Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of online application (12-06-2026). Only unmarried male candidates who have passed 10+2 with PCM subjects from a recognized education board and appeared in JEE (Mains) 2026 are eligible to apply. Knowledge of Bengali or Kokborok is not applicable for this entry. Candidates must possess the prescribed minimum qualification on the closing date of application submission; admission at all stages is provisional and subject to eligibility verification.
  • Educational Qualification

Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit

CategoryAge Limit (as on 01-01-2027)
All eligible candidates (Unmarried Male)16½ years to 19½ years (Born between 01 Jul 2007 and 01 Jul 2010, both days inclusive)
  • A candidate must not be below 16½ years and above 19½ years on the first day of the month in which the course is due to commence i.e. 01 January 2027. The candidate should not be born before 01 July 2007 and not after 01 July 2010 (both days inclusive). Only the date of birth as recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary School Examination (10th) certificate will be accepted; no other document relating to age will be accepted.

Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee

  • There is no application fee mentioned in the official notification for the Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026. Candidates are advised to visit the official website www.joinindianarmy.nic.in for any updates regarding fee. Applications must be submitted online only and no hard copy of the application is to be sent to the Directorate General of Recruiting.

Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process

Basis of ShortlistingDetails
JEE Mains 2026 Common Rank List (CRL)Cut-off to be fixed by Integrated HQ of MoD (Army) without assigning any reason. Shortlisting result tentatively in first week of July 2026.
StageDetails
Stage IPsychological test, Group Testing. Candidates who fail Stage I are returned on the same day.
Stage IIGroup Testing Officer tests and Interview by Interviewing Officer. Only those clearing Stage I proceed to Stage II.
SSB CentresPrayagraj (UP), Bhopal (MP), Bengaluru (Karnataka), Jalandhar (Punjab)
Likely SSB DatesAugust to September 2026
Sl. No.ActivityMinimum Standard (Officer Cadet - Male)
12.4 Km Run10 Minutes 30 Seconds
2Push Up40
3Pull Up06
4Sit Up30
5SquatsTwo Sets of 30 Repetitions
6LungesTwo Sets of 10 Repetitions
7SwimmingShould know fundamentals of swimming
  • The selection process for Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026 consists of multiple successive stages – shortlisting of applications based on JEE Mains CRL, SSB Interview (five days), Medical Examination, Merit List, and finally issuance of Joining Letter. Candidates who qualify the SSB will be called for Medical Examination. The final merit list is based solely on marks obtained in the SSB Interview.
  • Merely qualifying at the SSB interview does not confirm final selection. If any candidate fails to report at the allotted CTW within 07 days from the allotted date of reporting, their candidature will be cancelled and the next candidate in merit will be upgraded to fill the vacancy.
  • Stage 1 - Shortlisting of Applications
  • Stage 2 - SSB Interview (Five Days)
  • Stage 3 - Medical Examination
  • Stage 4 - Merit List & Joining Letter
  • Minimum Physical Standards on Arrival for Training

How to Apply for Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026

  • Applications must be submitted online only through the official Indian Army Recruiting website www.joinindianarmy.nic.in by clicking the ‘online application’ button. Hard copy applications will not be accepted under any circumstances. The online portal will be active from 13-05-2026 (1200 hrs) to 12-06-2026 (1200 hrs). Candidates must enter their particulars in the online application and read the terms and conditions before submitting the form.
  • Candidates are permitted to make changes to incorrectly filled data in the online application until the closing of online applications; the application must be re-submitted each time it is edited. After the closing date, no changes to the online application will be permitted and no representation in this regard will be entertained. Candidates must submit only one application; receipt of multiple applications from the same candidate will result in cancellation of candidature. DIGILOCKER certificates will not be accepted in lieu of original certificates.
  • Documents to be Carried to SSB Interview:
  • One self-attested printed copy of online application with Roll Number (for submission at Selection Centre)
  • Class 10th pass certificate and mark sheet in original showing date of birth
  • Class 12th pass certificate and mark sheet in original
  • ID proof in original
  • Copy of result of JEE (Mains) 2026
  • Two self-attested photocopies of all the above certificates
  • 20 copies of self-attested passport size photographs
  • The second printed copy of the online application is to be retained by the candidate for his reference. There is no need to send any print copy of the application to the Directorate General of Recruiting.
  • Apply Online at: https://www.joinindianarmy.nic.in

Important Instructions for Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026 Candidates

  • Only unmarried male candidates who are citizens of India, subjects of Nepal, or persons of Indian origin from specified countries are eligible to apply.
  • Candidates must possess the prescribed minimum qualification (10+2 with 60% PCM and JEE Mains 2026 appearance) on the closing date of application.
  • No hard copy applications will be accepted – online submission only.
  • Candidates must undertake not to marry until they complete full training; violation will lead to discharge and recovery of training cost.
  • PCM percentage must be entered up to two decimals and must not be rounded off; any false entry will result in outright rejection.
  • Candidate should not have been debarred from appearing in any examination by UPSC.
  • Candidate should not have been arrested/convicted by a criminal court or involved in any court case.
  • Candidate withdrawn from NDA, OTA, IMA, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy or any service training academy on disciplinary grounds is not eligible to apply.
  • Mobile phones and electronic gadgets are banned inside SSB/interview premises.
  • No compensation will be paid in respect of any injury sustained during SSB tests.
  • No request for change of SSB interview date/centre will be entertained or replied to.
  • Candidates appearing for SSB interview for the first time are entitled to AC III Tier to-and-fro railway fare or bus fare including reservation-cum-sleeper charges within Indian geographical limits.
  • Candidates are advised to visit https://www.joinindianarmy.nic.in regularly for updates. Queries will be replied only through the ‘Feedback/Queries’ option on the website. Queries received up to 03 days prior to closing of online application will only be entertained/replied.
  • In case of any dispute between English and Hindi versions of the notification, the English version will prevail.

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Q2. How many vacancies are available in TES-56 2026?

  • There are 90 vacancies (provisional) announced for the TES-56 course commencing in January 2027.

Q3. What are the important dates for Indian Army TES-56 2026?

  • The online application starts on 13 May 2026 (12 PM) and the last date is 12 June 2026 (12 PM).

Q4. What is the eligibility for Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026?

  • Candidates must have passed 10+2 with at least 60% in PCM and must have appeared in JEE Mains 2026. Only unmarried male candidates are eligible.

Q5. What is the age limit for TES-56 2026?

  • Candidates must be between 16½ to 19½ years as on 1 January 2027 (born between 01 July 2007 and 01 July 2010).

Q6. What is the selection process for Indian Army TES-56?

  • The selection includes shortlisting based on JEE Mains rank, SSB interview, medical examination, and final merit list.

Q7. Is there any application fee for TES-56 Recruitment 2026?

  • No, there is no application fee for applying to Indian Army TES-56.

Q8. What is the salary after selection in TES-56?

  • After training, candidates are commissioned as Lieutenant with salary ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level 10) and approx. ₹17–18 LPA CTC.
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