Indian Army
— Ministry of Defence
Overview of Indian Army SSC (Tech)-68 Men Course 2026
The Indian Army has released the official notification for the 68th Short Service Commission (Technical) Men entry. The course is scheduled to commence in April 2027 at the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Gaya. Unmarried male engineering graduates and final-year students are invited to apply for this entry, which offers a commission as a Lieutenant.
Summary of Key Recruitment Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|
| Entry Type | Short Service Commission (Technical) |
| Total Vacancies | 350 (Tentative) |
| Application Window | 2026-07-09 to 2026-08-07 |
| Age Limit | 20 to 27 years (as of 2027-04-01) |
| Training Duration | 49 Weeks |
Stream-wise Vacancy Distribution
The 350 vacancies are distributed across various engineering disciplines as follows:
| Engineering Stream | Vacancies |
|---|
| Civil | 75 |
| Computer Science | 60 |
| Electrical | 33 |
| Electronics | 64 |
| Mechanical | 101 |
| Miscellaneous | 17 |
Eligibility and Educational Requirements
Candidates must hold an engineering degree in the notified streams or be in the final year of their engineering program. Candidates in their final year must be able to submit their pass certificate and marksheets by 2027-04-01. Only degrees from AICTE-recognized universities are accepted. It is mandatory for candidates to apply under the stream that matches their degree certificate nomenclature, as any discrepancy will lead to the rejection of the application.
Selection Procedure for SSC (Tech)-68
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Shortlisting: Applications are screened based on the percentage of marks obtained up to the final year/semester.
- SSB Interview: Shortlisted candidates undergo a two-stage selection process at designated Selection Centres (Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bengaluru, or Jalandhar).
- Medical Examination: Candidates recommended by the SSB are required to undergo a medical board.
- Merit List: A final merit list is prepared based on the marks secured in the SSB interview.
Common Application Mistakes to Avoid
- Ensure that the engineering stream selected in the online application matches the degree certificate exactly.
- Provide a valid affidavit if there is any name variation between the application and your educational certificates.
- Final-year students must ensure their cumulative percentage meets the cut-off criteria throughout their degree course.
- Once a stream is selected, it cannot be changed at any stage of the recruitment process.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I apply if my final semester results are pending?
- Yes, final-year students can apply, provided they produce their final degree certificate and marksheets by 2027-04-01.
- Is there an application fee for this entry?
- No, the official notification does not mention any application fee for the SSC (Tech)-68 Men course.
- Can I change my SSB interview date?
- No, once the date and center are allotted, requests for changes will not be entertained.
Visit joinindianarmy.nic.in, register on the portal, click 'Apply Online' on the dashboard for the SSC Technical course, and submit the details.
