Indian Army SSC Tech 66th Men Entry 2026 – Apply Online for 350 Posts
Posted on: July 25, 2025The Indian Army has announced the 66th SSC (Tech) Men Course 2026 for eligible unmarried male engineering graduates. The course will commence in April 2026 at the Pre-Commissioning Training Academy (PCTA). Interested candidates meeting the eligibility criteria are invited to apply online between 24th July and 22nd August 2025. Candidates will be selected based on academic marks, SSB interview, medical examination and merit. Selected candidates will undergo 49 weeks of training and may receive permanent commission based on performance.
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Engineering Stream | No. of Posts |
| SSC (Tech) Officer – April 2026 | Civil Engineering | 75 |
| Computer Science / IT | 60 | |
| Electrical Engineering | 33 | |
| Electronics / ECE | 64 | |
| Mechanical Engineering | 101 | |
| Miscellaneous Streams | 17 | |
| Total Posts | 350 | |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
| SSC (Tech) Officer – 66th Course (Men) |
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Important Dates
- Application Start Date: July 24, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: August 22, 2025
Age Limit (As on 01 April 2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 27 Years
- Date of Birth Range: 01 April 1999 to 31 March 2006 (both inclusive)
Application Fee
- All Categories: Rs. 0/- (No fee required)
- Application Mode: Online
Pay Scale
| Rank | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
| Lieutenant | Level-10 | Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500/- |
| Captain | Level-10B | Rs. 61,300 – Rs. 1,93,900/- |
| Major | Level-11 | Rs. 69,400 – Rs. 2,07,200/- |
- Stipend during training: Rs. 56,100/month
- Additional Pay: Military Service Pay Rs. 15,500/month + DA + other allowances
Physical Fitness Standards
| Activity | Minimum Standard |
| 2.4 Km Run | 10 minutes 30 seconds |
| Push-Ups | 40 repetitions |
| Pull-Ups | 6 repetitions |
| Sit-Ups | 30 repetitions |
| Squats | 2 sets of 30 repetitions |
| Lunges | 2 sets of 10 repetitions |
| Swimming | Basic knowledge required |
Training Details
- Duration: 49 Weeks
- Location: Pre-Commissioning Training Academy (PCTA)
- Cost: Fully sponsored by the Government of India
- Awarded a Post Graduate Diploma in Defence Management and Strategic Studies.
- Note: Marriage not allowed during training
Documents Required for SSB Interview
- Printed application form with passport-size photograph.
- Matriculation (10th) Certificate.
- 12th Class Marksheet/ Certificate or Diploma.
- Engineering Degree/ Provisional Degree.
- All Semester/ Year-wise marksheets.
- Final-year certificate from college (if applicable).
- CGPA-to-percentage conversion certificate (if applicable).
Important Instructions
- Aadhar Number and Matriculation Certificate are mandatory.
- Only one application per candidate is allowed.
- Multiple entries will be rejected.
- No changes allowed in interview date or location.
- First-time SSB candidates eligible for AC 3-tier travel reimbursement.
- Selection is not guaranteed upon SSB qualification; final merit + medical fitness considered.
How to Apply for the Indian Army Men Entry 2026
- Visit the official Indian Army website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
- Click on “Officer Entry Appln/ Login” under the Officers Selection section.
- If not registered, complete Registration using a valid email ID and mobile number; if already registered, simply Log In.
- On your Dashboard, navigate to “Apply Online” under Officer Selection and select “Eligibility – Apply” or “Apply” to begin the application.
- Fill in and upload all required sections including Personal Information, Communication Details, Educational Details and Previous SSB Details (if applicable).
- Use the “Save & Continue” option after completing each section to avoid data loss.
- After entering all details, review the “Summary of Your Information” page to ensure accuracy before final submission.
- Click “Submit” to complete the application. To make edits after submission, update the details and click “Submit” again to finalize the changes.
- After submission, wait approximately 30 minutes (or at least some time before the deadline) and then take two printouts of the confirmation page (with your roll number) for SSB use.
FAQs
Candidates with an engineering degree in the relevant discipline are eligible for the Indian Army SSC Tech 66th Men Entry 2026. Final-year students can also apply, provided they submit proof of completion before the commencement of the course at OTA Chennai.
The selection involves shortlisting based on academic records, followed by an SSB interview and medical examination. Merit is prepared based on SSB performance, not written tests.
Yes, selected candidates will undergo training at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai. This program is designed to prepare candidates for a Short Service Commission in the Indian Army.
Important Links for the Indian Army Men Entry 2026
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
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