| Board | Indian Army |
| State | All India |
| Qualification | Graduation degree and minimum 'B' Grade in NCC 'C' Certificate exam |
| Salary | CTC approx. ₹17–18 lakh per annum |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 21 Aug 2026 (Closed) |
The Indian Army has announced a new job opportunity for unmarried women. This is for the NCC Special Entry Scheme, 125th Course, which will start in April 2027. This scheme is for Short Service Commission (Non-Technical) posts. Both women who hold an NCC 'C' Certificate and daughters of Indian Army personnel who were battle casualties can apply.
This is a good chance for eligible women to join the Indian Army as officers. The recruitment aims to select candidates for 06 vacancies. Out of these, 05 posts are for general category women with NCC 'C' certificates, and 01 post is reserved for wards of battle casualties. The application process is completely online. Interested candidates must apply before the last date, which is 21 August 2026.
To be eligible, candidates generally need a graduation degree. For NCC 'C' Certificate holders, a minimum 'B' Grade in the NCC 'C' Certificate exam is also required. Wards of battle casualties do not need an NCC 'C' certificate. The age limit for applicants is between 19 and 25 years as of 01 January 2027.
Selected candidates will receive a good salary package, with an approximate CTC of ₹17–18 lakh per annum upon commissioning. The selection process involves several stages, including shortlisting of applications, Service Selection Board (SSB) interviews, and a medical examination. Training will be conducted at the Officers Training Academy (OTA) in Chennai for 49 weeks.
It is very important for all applicants to read the full official notification carefully before filling out the online application form. This article provides a simple overview of the key details, but the official PDF is the main source of truth for all rules and requirements.
The Indian Army has released a notification for the NCC Special Entry Scheme. Here are the main details about this recruitment.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Indian Army |
| Post Name | NCC Special Entry Scheme – 125th Course (April 2027), Short Service Commission (NT), Women (SSCW (NCC)-125) |
| No of Posts | 06 |
| Salary | CTC approx. ₹17–18 lakh per annum |
| Qualification | Graduation degree and minimum 'B' Grade in NCC 'C' Certificate exam (for General Category Women). Graduate degree (for Wards of Battle Casualties). |
| Age Limit | 19 to 25 years as on 01 January 2027 |
| Last Date | 21 August 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Short Service Commission (Non-Technical) |
It is important to know the key dates for this recruitment. Make sure to apply before the last date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application opens | 21 July 2026, 1500 hrs |
| Online application closes | 21 August 2026, 1500 hrs |
| SSB shortlisting (tentative) | First week of September 2026 |
| SSB Centre and date selection window | 14 days in September 2026 |
| SSB interviews (tentative) | November/December 2026 |
| Course commencement | April 2027 |
| Deadline to submit final degree certificate (final-year candidates) | 01 April 2027 |
There are a total of 06 posts available in this recruitment. The vacancies are divided into different categories.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General Category (Women) | 05 |
| Wards of Battle Casualties of Indian Army Personnel | 01 |
| Total | 06 |
To apply for these posts, candidates must meet certain eligibility rules. Check the education and other requirements below.
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Nationality | A citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India (certificate required, not for Gorkha subjects of Nepal). |
| Educational Qualification (NCC 'C' Certificate Holders) | Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized university. Final-year candidates may apply if they complete their degree before the course begins. |
| NCC Criteria (NCC 'C' Certificate Holders) | Minimum two/three years of service in the Senior Division/Wing of NCC. Minimum 'B' Grade in the NCC 'C' Certificate exam. |
| Educational Qualification (Wards of Battle Casualties) | Graduate degree from a recognized university. Final-year candidates also eligible. NCC 'C' Certificate is NOT required for this category. |
| Marital Status | Unmarried female. |
Candidates must be within a specific age group to apply for this job. Check the age limits and the cutoff date below.
| Post/Category | Age Limit | Cutoff Date |
|---|---|---|
| All Posts | 19 to 25 years | 01 January 2027 |
Candidates must be born not earlier than 02 January 2002 and not later than 01 January 2008 (both dates included).
The official notification does not mention any application fee for this recruitment.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | As per official notification |
The selection for these posts will happen in several stages. Candidates must clear each stage to move forward.
| Stage | Process |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Application |
| Stage 2 | Shortlisting of Applications |
| Stage 3 | SSB Interview (Service Selection Board) |
| Stage 4 | Medical Examination |
| Stage 5 | Merit List |
| Stage 6 | Joining Letter |
Selected candidates will receive a good salary and other benefits. Here are the details about the pay.
| Post Name | Pay Scale | Stipend during Training | Military Service Pay (MSP) | Approximate CTC on Commissioning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lieutenant (after training) | Level 10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) | ₹56,100 per month (fixed) | ₹15,500 per month (fixed) | ₹17–18 lakh per annum |
Additional allowances like Dearness Allowance, Transport Allowance, Children Education Allowance (₹2,250/month per child, for two eldest children), Hostel Subsidy (₹6,750/month per child), and Dress Allowance (₹20,000/year) are also provided, along with various field/hardship allowances depending on posting.
When applying online or during the selection process, you will need to provide certain documents. Keep these ready.