Indian Army SSC Tech 67 Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Engineering Officers

Indian Army Officer Recruitment 2026 for Engineering Graduates

The Indian Army has released the official notification for the 67th Short Service Commission (Technical) Course – SSC Tech-67 (Men). This recruitment is a golden opportunity for unmarried male engineering graduates who wish to serve the nation as Commissioned Officers in one of the world’s most respected armed forces.

The selected candidates will undergo pre-commission training starting from October 2026 and will be commissioned as Lieutenants after successful completion of training.


📌 Overview of SSC Tech-67 Entry

Particulars Details
Entry Name SSC (Technical) – 67 Course (Men)
Conducting Authority Indian Army
Commission Type Short Service Commission
Gender Male
Marital Status Unmarried
Course Start October 2026
Training Academy Officers Training Academy (OTA)
Application Mode Online
Official Website joinindianarmy.nic.in

🧾 Total Vacancies – 350 Posts

The vacancies are distributed across various engineering disciplines. These vacancies are tentative and may be increased or decreased as per organizational requirements of the Indian Army.

Engineering Stream-wise Vacancy Distribution (Indicative)

  • Civil Engineering – 75

  • Computer Science / IT – 60

  • Electrical Engineering – 33

  • Electronics & Communication / Instrumentation – 64

  • Mechanical Engineering – 101

  • Miscellaneous Engineering Streams (Chemical, Bio-Tech, Textile, Metallurgy, Aerospace, etc.) – 17


🎓 Educational Qualification (Very Important)

Candidates must fulfill one of the following conditions:

✔ Passed Candidates

  • Must possess a B.E./B.Tech degree in a notified engineering stream

  • Degree should be awarded by:

    • AICTE-approved institutions

    • UGC-recognized universities

    • Central / State Government recognized institutes

✔ Final Year Candidates

  • Candidates studying in the final year of engineering are eligible

  • Must submit:

    • Proof of passing the engineering degree

    • All semester mark sheets
      before the specified deadline mentioned by the Indian Army

⚠️ Mismatch in engineering stream name between degree documents and online application will lead to rejection.


🎂 Age Limit (As on 01 October 2026)

  • Minimum Age: 20 Years

  • Maximum Age: 27 Years

  • Date of Birth Range:

    • Born between 01 October 1999 to 30 September 2006 (inclusive)

No age relaxation beyond this range is applicable.


🪖 Nationality Criteria

Candidate must be:

  • A citizen of India, OR

  • A subject of Nepal, OR

  • A person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanent settlement in India (as per Government of India rules)


🧠 Selection Process – Step-by-Step

1️⃣ Shortlisting of Applications

  • Applications are shortlisted branch-wise

  • Cut-off marks are decided based on:

    • Engineering discipline

    • Number of vacancies

    • Aggregate marks obtained till last semester

2️⃣ SSB Interview (5 Days)

Shortlisted candidates are called for SSB Interview at:

  • Prayagraj

  • Bhopal

  • Bengaluru

  • Jalandhar

SSB Interview consists of:

  • Stage-I: Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) & PPDT

  • Stage-II: Psychology Tests, GTO Tasks & Personal Interview

3️⃣ Medical Examination

Candidates recommended by SSB undergo a detailed medical examination as per Army medical standards.

4️⃣ Final Merit List

  • Prepared engineering stream-wise

  • Based on:

    • SSB marks

    • Medical fitness

    • Vacancy availability


🏃 Physical Fitness Requirements (Indicative)

Candidates must be physically prepared to meet Army standards such as:

  • 2.4 km run within stipulated time

  • Push-ups

  • Pull-ups

  • Sit-ups

  • Squats & lunges

  • Basic swimming knowledge

(Physical fitness is mandatory for training survival.)


🎖 Training Details

  • Training Duration: 49 Weeks

  • Training Academy: Officers Training Academy (OTA)

  • Training Cost: Fully borne by Government of India

⚠️ Marriage is not permitted during training. Violation may lead to discharge and recovery of training cost.


💰 Salary, Rank & Pay Structure

During Training

  • Monthly Stipend: ₹56,100

  • Pay Level-10 (7th Pay Commission)

After Commissioning

  • Rank: Lieutenant

  • Pay Level: Level-10

  • Basic Pay: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500

Allowances & Benefits

  • Dearness Allowance (DA)

  • Technical Allowance

  • Military Service Pay (MSP – applicable ranks)

  • HRA / Field Area Allowance

  • High Altitude / Siachen Allowance (as applicable)

  • Free medical facilities

  • Leave Travel Concessions

  • Insurance cover (Army Group Insurance Fund)

💼 Approx Annual Package: ₹17–18 Lakhs (CTC)


⏳ Service Tenure & Career Growth

  • Initial service: 10 years

  • Extendable up to 14 years

  • Option to apply for Permanent Commission (PC) after 10 years

  • Promotions as per Army rules:

    • Lieutenant → Captain → Major → Lieutenant Colonel → Colonel (selection-based)


📅 Important Dates

Event Date
Online Application Start 07 January 2026
Last Date to Apply 05 February 2026
SSB Interview Period April – June 2026
Course Commencement October 2026

🌐 How to Apply Online – Step Guide

  1. Visit joinindianarmy.nic.in

  2. Click on Officer Entry Apply / Login

  3. Complete registration using Aadhaar & matric details

  4. Select SSC Tech-67 Men Entry

  5. Fill personal, educational & communication details

  6. Submit application and download printout

⚠️ Only one application per candidate is allowed.


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⭐ Why SSC Tech Entry is a Top Career Choice

  • Officer-level entry without written exam

  • Prestigious uniformed leadership role

  • High salary with lifetime respect

  • Adventure, discipline & growth

  • Opportunity for Permanent Commission