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Indian Army JAG Entry Scheme 125th Course 2026 – SSC (JAG) Notification for Law Graduates

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Job Summary

BoardIndian Army
StateAll India
QualificationLLB
Apply ModeOnline
Last Date17 Aug 2026
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Age Limit

Particulars Details
Age Limit 21 to 27 years
Cut-off Date As on 01 Jan 2027
Date of Birth Range Not earlier than 02 Jan 2000 and not later than 01 Jan 2006 (both dates inclusive)
Age Relaxation As per official notification

Application Fee

Category Fee
All Candidates Not specified in the notification.

Selection Process

Stage Process
1. Application Submission & Shortlisting Based on CLAT PG 2026 score and vacancy-to-call-up ratio.
2. SSB Centre & Date Selection First-come-first-served basis, once selected cannot be changed.
3. SSB Interview Two-stage selection (Stage-I & Stage-II) at Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bengaluru, or Jalandhar, lasting up to five days.
4. Medical Examination For candidates recommended after Stage-II.
5. Merit List Preparation based on SSB marks.
6. Joining Letter For Pre-Commission Training at OTA, Chennai, subject to eligibility and vacancy.

Salary

Post Name Pay Scale
Stipend during training at OTA, Chennai ₹56,100 per month
Pay Level on commissioning (Lieutenant) Level 10, ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
Military Service Pay (MSP) ₹15,500 per month (Lieutenant to Brigadier)
Approximate CTC on commissioning ₹17–18 lakh per annum
Additional allowances such as Dearness Allowance, Para Allowance, Field Area Allowances, Dress Allowance, Transport Allowance, Children Education Allowance, and Hostel Subsidy are applicable as per eligibility conditions.

Documents Required

  • Signed printout of the online application with self-attested photograph.
  • Matriculation/Secondary School Examination Certificate (or equivalent) and mark sheet.
  • 12th Class Certificate and Mark Sheet.
  • Graduation Degree/Provisional Degree (for three-year LLB after graduation).
  • LLB Degree/Provisional Degree from a recognized university.
  • Mark sheets of all years/semesters of LLB.
  • Registration with Bar Council of India/State, or a certificate confirming the LLB course is recognized by the Bar Council of India.
  • University certificate on the CGPA-to-percentage conversion formula (if applicable).
  • CLAT PG 2026 Score Card (conducted in December 2025).
  • All original documents must be carried for verification at the SSB.

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official website www.joinindianarmy.nic.in and click on 'Officer Entry Application/Login'.
  2. Click 'Registration' if you are not already registered on the website.
  3. Fill the online registration form after carefully reading the instructions.
  4. Log in using your registered credentials.
  5. Fill out the detailed application form with all personal and educational information.
  6. Upload scanned copies of required documents, including photograph, signature, and certificates.
  7. Review the entire application form for accuracy before final submission.
  8. Submit the application form.
  9. Print a copy of the submitted application for your records.

FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for Indian Army JAG Entry Scheme 125th Course?

Ans: The last date to apply online for the Indian Army JAG Entry Scheme 125th Course is 17 August 2026, 1500 hrs.

Q2. How many vacancies are available in the Indian Army JAG Entry Scheme 125th Course?

Ans: There are 10 combined vacancies for unmarried male and female law graduates in the Judge Advocate General (JAG) Branch under this scheme.

Q3. What is the age limit for the Indian Army JAG Entry Scheme 125th Course?

Ans: Candidates must be between 21 to 27 years of age as on 01 January 2027. The date of birth should be not earlier than 02 January 2000 and not later than 01 January 2006 (both dates inclusive).

Q4. What are the educational qualifications required for this recruitment?

Ans: Applicants must hold an LLB Degree (3-year professional course after graduation or 5-year after 10+2) with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks and a valid CLAT PG 2026 score. They must also be eligible for registration as an advocate with the Bar Council of India/State.

Q5. Is a CLAT PG score mandatory for the Indian Army JAG Entry Scheme 125th Course?

Ans: Yes, a valid CLAT PG 2026 score (conducted in December 2025) is mandatory for all candidates, including LLM-qualified and LLM-appearing candidates.

Q6. What is the salary for the Indian Army JAG Entry Scheme 125th Course?

Ans: On commissioning as a Lieutenant, the pay is at Level 10, ranging from ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500, along with Military Service Pay (MSP) of ₹15,500 per month. The approximate CTC on commissioning is ₹17–18 lakh per annum.

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