Indian Army NCC Special Entry Recruitment 2025: The Indian Army has released the official notification inviting eligible unmarried male graduates to apply for the NCC Special Entry Scheme 123rd Course (Apr 2026) for Short Service Commission (Non-Technical) posts. The application process will be carried out online through the official website www.joinindianarmy.nic.in from 11th August 2025 to 10th September 2025.
The NCC Special Entry Scheme is a special recruitment route for candidates holding an NCC ‘C’ Certificate (and wards of battle casualties of Army personnel) to join the Indian Army as Short Service Commission Officers. The course will commence in April 2026 at the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai, for a training duration of 49 weeks.
Army NCC Special Entry Notification Out
The detailed Indian Army NCC Special Entry Recruitment 2025 Notification can be downloaded from the official website www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.
Indian Army NCC Special Entry Recruitment 2025 Highlights
| Organisation | Indian Army |
|---|---|
| Post | Lieutenant (NCC Special Entry) |
| Vacancies | 70 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Apply Start Date | 11th August 2025, 03:00 pm |
| Apply Last Date | 10th September 2025, 03:00 pm |
| Eligibility | Graduate + NCC ‘C’ Certificate (except for wards of battle casualties) |
| Training Duration | 49 weeks |
| Training Academy | OTA, Chennai |
| Stipend During Training | ₹56,100/month |
| Salary on Commissioning | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level-10) + allowances |
| Official Website | www.joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Indian Army NCC Special Entry Vacancy 2025
The Indian Army has announced a total of 70 vacancies for men under the NCC Special Entry Scheme 123rd Course:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General | 63 |
| Wards of Battle Casualties | 7 |
| Total | 70 |
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Indian Army NCC Special Entry Eligibility 2025
Education Qualification
For NCC ‘C’ Certificate Holders:
- Graduate degree from a recognised university with minimum 50% aggregate marks.
- Minimum ‘B’ Grade in NCC ‘C’ Certificate Examination.
- Must have served for a minimum of 2–3 years in the Senior Division/Wing of NCC.
- Final-year students can apply if they can produce the degree and mark sheets by 1st April 2026.
For Wards of Battle Casualties:
- Graduate degree from a recognised university.
- NCC ‘C’ Certificate is not required.
- Must submit valid battle casualty documents as per notification.
Age Limit
- 19 to 25 years as on 1st January 2026 (born between 2nd Jan 2001 and 1st Jan 2007, both dates inclusive).
Indian Army NCC Special Entry Selection Process 2025
The selection process will include:
- Application Scrutiny & Shortlisting – Candidates will be shortlisted based on bonus marks for NCC ‘C’ Certificate grading and graduation percentage.
- SSB Interview – Five-day selection procedure at designated Selection Centres in Nov/Dec 2025.
- Medical Examination – For candidates recommended in SSB.
- Merit List – Based on SSB marks; older candidates ranked higher if marks are equal.
- Joining Letter – For those in merit list and medically fit.
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Indian Army NCC Special Entry Training & Commission 2025
- Training Duration: 49 weeks at OTA, Chennai.
- Stipend During Training: ₹56,100/month.
- Rank on Commissioning: Lieutenant.
- Pay Scale after Commissioning: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level-10) + allowances.
Indian Army NCC Special Entry Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 11th August 2025 |
| Apply Start Date | 11th August 2025, 03:00 pm |
| Apply Last Date | 10th September 2025, 03:00 pm |
| SSB Interview | Nov/Dec 2025 (tentative) |
| Course Commencement | April 2026 |
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced for Indian Army NCC Special Entry Recruitment 2025?
A total of 70 vacancies have been announced (63 for General, 7 for Wards of Battle Casualties).
Q2. What is the last date to apply for Indian Army NCC Special Entry Recruitment 2025?
The last date to apply online is 10th September 2025, 03:00 pm.
Q3. Is NCC ‘C’ Certificate mandatory for all applicants?
No, it is not mandatory for wards of battle casualties. However, for general category candidates, it is compulsory.
Q4. What is the stipend during training?
₹56,100 per month during training at OTA, Chennai.