Indian Army TGC 144 Recruitment 2026: Apply for 30 Technical Graduate Course Posts

Indian Army 144th Technical Graduate Course (TGC-144) Notification 2026

The Indian Army has released the official notification for the 144th Technical Graduate Course (TGC-144). This recruitment drive is open for unmarried male Engineering Graduates who wish to join the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun, for a Permanent Commission starting in January 2027. Below are the comprehensive details regarding vacancies, eligibility, and the application process.

Important Dates

Vacancy Details by Engineering Stream

A total of 30 tentative vacancies are available across various engineering disciplines:

• Civil: 08 Posts (Civil, Architecture, Building Construction)
• Computer Science: 06 Posts (CS, IT, M.Sc Computer Sc, AI, Cyber Security)
• Electrical: 02 Posts (Electrical, Electrical & Electronics)
• Electronics: 06 Posts (Electronics & Communication, Instrumentation, Satellite Comm)
• Mechanical: 06 Posts (Mechanical, Production, Automobile, Aerospace)
• Misc Engineering: 02 Posts (Plastic Tech, Metallurgical, Food Tech, etc.)

Eligibility Criteria

1. Age Limit (as on 01-01-2027)

Candidates must be between 20 to 27 years of age. Only those born between 01 January 2000 and 01 January 2007 (both dates inclusive) are eligible.

2. Educational Qualification

• Candidates must possess a BE/B.Tech degree in relevant engineering streams from recognized universities.
• Final Year Students: Candidates in their final year of engineering (whose results will be declared by 01 Jan 2027) are also eligible to apply.

Salary and Benefits

Selected candidates will be commissioned in the rank of Lieutenant. During the training period at IMA Dehradun (approx. 12 months), a fixed stipend of Rs. 56,100/- per month is provided. Upon commissioning, the pay scale is as follows:

• Rank: Lieutenant
• Pay Level: Level 10
• Pay Matrix: Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500
• Annual CTC: Approx. Rs. 17–18 Lakh (including allowances)

Selection Process

The recruitment process is strictly based on merit and involves the following stages:

1. Shortlisting: Applications are shortlisted based on the cumulative percentage of marks in the engineering degree.
2. SSB Interview: Shortlisted candidates undergo a 5-day Service Selection Board (SSB) interview (Stage I & II).
3. Medical Examination: Candidates recommended by the SSB will undergo a thorough medical evaluation.
4. Final Merit List: Prepared based on SSB marks only.

How to Apply for Indian Army TGC-144

1. Visit the official website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.
2. Click on 'Officer Entry Apply/Login' and complete the 'Registration' process.
3. After registration, login and click on 'Apply Online' under the Dashboard.
4. Select 'Technical Graduate Course' and fill in all required details.
5. Carefully check all entries and click 'Submit'. Note that no changes can be made after the closing date.