| Indian Army 66th Short Service Commission Technical Entry Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 381 Engineering Graduate Vacancies |
The Indian Army has released the official notification for recruitment to the 66th Short Service Commission (Technical) Course commencing April 2026 at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai. This recruitment is for unmarried male engineering graduates in various disciplines.
Online Application Start Date: 24 July 2025 (from 3:00 PM)
Online Application Last Date: 22 August 2025 (up to 3:00 PM)
Training Start Date: April 2026 at OTA Chennai
Official Website to Apply & Details: joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Engineering Branch-wise Vacancy Details (Tentative)
| Engineering Branch |
Vacancies |
| Mechanical Engineering |
101 |
| Civil Engineering |
75 |
| Electrical / Electronics Engineering |
97 (33 Electrical + 64 Electronics) |
| Computer Science / IT |
60 |
| Other AICTE-Approved Engineering Streams |
17 |
| Total |
350 |
Note: Total vacancies around 350 for men; 31 additional posts for women candidates (not included above), making approx. 381 overall.
| Eligibility Criteria |
- Nationality: Indian citizen, subject of Nepal, or Bhutan with appropriate certificates.
- Marital Status: Unmarried male candidates only.
- Age Limit: 20 to 27 years as on 01 April 2026 (Born between 01 April 1999 and 31 March 2006).
- Educational Qualification: Degree in Engineering / Technology in one of the notified streams from recognized university/institute. Final year students can apply if they submit proof of passing by 01 April 2026.
- Physical Standards: Candidates must meet minimum physical standards specified by the Indian Army.
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| Selection Process |
- Shortlisting of applications based on cutoff marks in qualifying engineering degree (stream-wise).
- Service Selection Board (SSB) Interview – 5 days consisting of screening, psychological tests, group tasks, and personal interview.
- Medical Examination as per Indian Army fitness standards.
- Final Merit List prepared solely based on SSB interview marks (no weightage to academic records).
- Training: Selected candidates undergo training at Officers Training Academy (OTA) Chennai starting April 2026.
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| Application Fee |
- ₹250 (Non-refundable) for general and OBC category candidates.
- No fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates.
- Fee is to be paid online through the official website during application.
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| How to Apply Online |
- Visit the official Indian Army recruitment portal: joinindianarmy.nic.in.
- Register yourself at the portal if not already registered.
- Login and navigate to ‘Officer Entry’ section and select SSC Tech 66th Course 2025.
- Fill in the application form carefully with all required details and upload scanned documents.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the application and take a printout for your records.
- Keep track of further updates and admit card release on the official portal.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q1: What is the last date to apply online for Indian Army SSC Tech 66th Course recruitment 2025?
22 August 2025 (3:00 PM)
- Q2: How many vacancies are available for engineering graduates?
Around 381 vacancies including men and women candidates.
- Q3: What is the age limit for this recruitment?
20 to 27 years as on 1 April 2026.
- Q4: Can final year engineering students apply?
Yes, but they must submit passing certificate by 1 April 2026.
- Q5: What is the selection process?
Shortlisting on degree marks followed by SSB interview and medical exam.
- Q6: Is there an application fee?
₹250 for General/OBC; No fee for SC/ST/PwBD and Women candidates.
- Q7: Where can I apply online?
On the official Indian Army website: joinindianarmy.nic.in
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Best wishes to all engineering graduates applying for Indian Army 66th SSC Technical Entry Recruitment 2025!
