Indian
Army SSC Tech Women Recruitment 2026: Apply Link
The Indian Army has officially released the Short
Service Commission (SSC) Technical Women – 67th Course Recruitment Notification
2026, inviting online applications from eligible female engineering
graduates for commissioning as officers in the Indian Army. This
recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity for talented and motivated
women to serve the nation as commissioned officers in various technical
branches of the Army.
A total of 29 vacancies have been announced for SSC
Tech Women (General category), along with special vacancies for Widows of
Defence Personnel. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online
through the official website www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
from 06 January 2026 to 04 February 2026.
This article provides complete information about the
Indian Army SSC Tech Women Recruitment 2026, including vacancy details,
eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, allowances, selection
process, training details, and step-by-step application procedure.
About
Indian Army SSC (Technical) Entry for Women
The Short Service Commission (Technical) Entry is a
prestigious officer entry scheme that allows women engineering graduates to
join the Indian Army as commissioned officers. Selected candidates undergo pre-commissioning
training and are granted the rank of Lieutenant after successful
completion.
The SSC (Tech) entry not only offers leadership roles,
professional growth, and national service, but also provides competitive
pay, allowances, and long-term career prospects, including eligibility for Permanent
Commission.
Indian
Army SSC Tech Women Recruitment 2026 Overview
|
Particulars |
Details |
|
Organization |
Indian Army |
|
Course Name |
Short Service Commission (Technical) Women – 67th Course |
|
Total Vacancies |
29 |
|
Application Mode |
Online |
|
Qualification |
B.E./B.Tech (Notified Engineering Streams) |
|
Age Limit |
20 to 27 years (35 years for widows) |
|
Salary |
₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 per month |
|
Application Start Date |
06 January 2026 |
|
Last Date to Apply |
04 February 2026 |
|
Official Website |
Vacancy
Details – Engineering Stream-wise
SSC Tech Women (General Category)
|
Engineering Stream |
Vacancies |
|
Civil Engineering |
07 |
|
Computer Science |
04 |
|
Electrical Engineering |
03 |
|
Electronics Engineering |
06 |
|
Mechanical Engineering |
09 |
|
Total |
29 |
Vacancies
for Widows of Defence Personnel
|
Entry |
Vacancies |
Qualification |
|
SSCW (Tech) – 67th Course |
01 |
BE/B.Tech (Any Stream) |
|
SSCW (Non-Tech) – 124 Course |
01 |
Graduation (Any Stream) |
Vacancies are tentative and may change based on
organizational requirements.
Eligibility
Criteria
Educational
Qualification
- Candidates
must possess a B.E./B.Tech degree in the notified engineering
streams from:
- Universities
established by Central/State Legislature
- Deemed
Universities under UGC Act
- IITs,
NITs, IIITs, AICTE-approved institutions
Final Year Students
- Final-year
engineering students are eligible to apply
- Must
submit proof of passing degree by 01 October 2026
- Final
year exams scheduled after 01 October 2026 are not eligible
Widows of Defence Personnel
- SSCW
(Tech): BE/B.Tech in any stream
- SSCW
(Non-Tech): Graduation in any discipline
Degrees obtained from foreign universities are not
accepted.
Nationality
Criteria
Candidates must be:
- A
citizen of India, or
- A
subject of Nepal, or
- A
person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Burma, or East
African countries (with eligibility certificate)
Marital
Status Rules
- Only
unmarried female candidates are eligible
- Widows
of defence personnel who died in harness are eligible if not remarried
- Marriage
is not permitted during training
- Candidates
marrying after applying but before training will not be inducted
Age Limit
(As on 01 October 2026)
General Candidates
- Minimum
Age: 20 years
- Maximum
Age: 27 years
- Date
of Birth: Between 01 October 1999 and 30 September 2006
Widows of Defence Personnel
- Maximum
Age: 35 years
Date of birth mentioned in the Matriculation Certificate
will be final.
Physical
Standards (Indicative)
Candidates should maintain good physical fitness, including:
- 2.4
km run – 13 minutes
- Push-ups
– 15
- Pull-ups
– 02
- Sit-ups
– 25
- Squats
– 2 sets of 30
- Lunges
– 2 sets of 10
- Basic
swimming knowledge required
Salary
& Pay Structure
During Training
- Monthly
stipend: ₹56,100 (Level-10 Pay Matrix)
After Commissioning – Rank-wise Pay
|
Rank |
Pay Scale |
|
Lieutenant |
₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
|
Captain |
₹61,300 – ₹1,93,900 |
|
Major |
₹69,400 – ₹2,07,200 |
|
Lieutenant Colonel |
₹1,21,200 – ₹2,12,400 |
|
Colonel |
₹1,30,600 – ₹2,15,900 |
|
Brigadier |
₹1,39,600 – ₹2,17,600 |
|
Major General |
₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200 |
Allowances
& Additional Benefits
- Military
Service Pay (MSP): ₹15,500/month
- Dearness
Allowance
- Technical
Allowance: ₹3,000 – ₹4,500/month
- Transport
Allowance
- Dress
Allowance: ₹20,000/year
- Field
Area & Risk Allowances
- Children
Education Allowance
- Ration
in kind
- Army
Group Insurance Cover: ₹1.25 Crore
- Annual
CTC: Approx. ₹17–18 lakh
Selection
Process
Step 1: Online Application
Candidates must apply online through www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
Step 2: Shortlisting
- Based
on cumulative percentage of engineering marks
- Stream-wise
cut-off applied
Step 3: SSB Interview
- Five-day
SSB at Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bengaluru, or Jalandhar
- Two-stage
selection process
Step 4: Medical Examination
- Conducted
for SSB-recommended candidates
- Medical
validity: 270 days
Step 5: Merit List
- Prepared
stream-wise based on SSB marks
- Final
selection depends on merit, medical fitness, and vacancies
Training
Details
- Training
Location: Officers Training Academy (OTA), Gaya, Bihar
- Duration:
49 weeks
- Rank
after training: Lieutenant
- Training
cost fully borne by Government of India
Service
Tenure & Career Progression
- Initial
engagement: 10 years
- Extension:
Up to 14 years
- Option
for Permanent Commission in 10th year
- Promotions:
- Captain
– 2 years
- Major
– 6 years
- Lieutenant
Colonel – 13 years
How to
Apply Online
- Visit
www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
- Register
under “Officer Entry”
- Login
and select SSC Tech Women – 67th Course
- Fill
personal, educational, and communication details
- Review
and submit application
- Take
printout after application closure
No application fee is required.
Important Links
- Notification PDF - Click Here
- Apply Online - Click Here
- Official Website - Click Here
Why
Choose Indian Army SSC Tech Entry?
✔ Prestigious Officer Rank
✔ Leadership & Technical Roles
✔ Excellent Pay & Allowances
✔ National Pride & Service
✔ Career Growth & Permanent Commission Option
✔ World-class Training
Final
Words
The Indian Army SSC Tech Women Recruitment 2026 is a
remarkable opportunity for women engineers to build a career filled with honor,
responsibility, and leadership. With competitive pay, structured growth, and
the pride of wearing the uniform, this entry remains one of the most respected
pathways for women in defence services.
Eligible candidates are strongly advised to apply well
before the closing date and prepare sincerely for the SSB interview to secure
their place among the future leaders of the Indian Army.
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