The Indian Army has officially released the Army SSC Tech 68th Recruitment 2026 Notification for the April 2027 Course. Eligible unmarried Male and Female Engineering Graduates and Widows of Indian Armed Forces Defence Personnel who died in harness are invited to apply for the Short Service Commission (SSC) Technical Entry.
A total of 381 vacancies have been announced, including 350 posts for SSC (Tech) Men and 31 posts for SSCW (Tech) Women. The online application process for women starts on 08 July 2026, while applications for men begin on 09 July 2026 through the official Indian Army recruitment portal.
If you aspire to serve the nation as a commissioned officer in the Indian Army, this is an excellent opportunity to begin your military career.
Army SSC Tech 68th Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Army |
| Recruitment Name | Army SSC Tech 68th Recruitment 2026 |
| Entry | 68th Short Service Commission (Tech) Entry |
| Course | April 2027 |
| Total Vacancies | 381 |
| SSC (Tech) Men | 350 |
| SSCW (Tech) Women | 31 |
| Job Type | Central Government |
| Commission | Short Service Commission (SSC) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Army SSC Tech 68th Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| SSCW (Tech) Women Online Application Starts | 08 July 2026 |
| SSCW (Tech) Women Last Date | 06 August 2026 |
| SSC (Tech) Men Online Application Starts | 09 July 2026 |
| SSC (Tech) Men Last Date | 07 August 2026 |
| Course Commencement | April 2027 |
Army SSC Tech 68th Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SSC (Tech) Men | 350 |
| SSCW (Tech) Women | 31 |
| Total | 381 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- B.E. / B.Tech Degree in the relevant Engineering discipline from a recognized University.
- Final-year engineering students may also be eligible as per the official notification, subject to fulfillment of all eligibility conditions.
Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for the list of eligible engineering streams.
Army SSC Tech 68th Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 27 Years |
Age Calculation Date: 01 April 2027
Candidates should have been born between the dates specified in the official notification.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for any category.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹0 |
| OBC | ₹0 |
| SC/ST | ₹0 |
| Female | ₹0 |
The complete recruitment process is free of cost.
Army SSC Tech 68th Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Shortlisting of applications based on academic performance
- SSB Interview
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
The final merit list will be prepared based on:
- Performance in the SSB Interview
- Medical fitness
- Availability of vacancies
Salary
Selected candidates will be commissioned as Lieutenants in the Indian Army and will receive salary and allowances as per the 7th Central Pay Commission.
Apart from the basic pay, officers are entitled to:
- Military Service Pay (MSP)
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) (where applicable)
- Transport Allowance
- High Altitude Allowance
- Field Area Allowance
- Medical Facilities
- Canteen (CSD) Benefits
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- Pension and retirement benefits as per applicable rules
Training
Candidates selected through the recruitment process will undergo rigorous military training at the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai before being commissioned as officers in the Indian Army.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before applying online:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- 10th Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
- Engineering Degree/Provisional Certificate
- Semester-wise Mark Sheets
- Aadhaar Card
- Valid Email ID
- Mobile Number
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Widow Certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply for Army SSC Tech 68th Recruitment 2026
Follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official Indian Army website.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR), if not already registered.
- Log in using your registered credentials.
- Select the SSC (Tech) Men or SSCW (Tech) Women entry.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents.
- Verify all the details entered.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Army SSC Tech 68th Short Notice | Available Soon |
| SSC (Tech) Men Detailed Notification | Available Soon |
| SSCW (Tech) Women Detailed Notification | Available Soon |
| Apply Online (Women) | https://joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| Apply Online (Men) | https://joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| Official Website | https://joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many vacancies are available in Army SSC Tech 68th Recruitment 2026?
A total of 381 vacancies have been announced, including 350 for Men and 31 for Women.
2. Who can apply for Army SSC Tech 68th Recruitment 2026?
Eligible unmarried B.E./B.Tech Engineering Graduates and eligible widows of Indian Armed Forces Defence Personnel who died in harness can apply.
3. What is the age limit?
Candidates must be between 20 and 27 years as on 01 April 2027.
4. Is there any application fee?
No. The application process is completely free for all candidates.
5. What is the selection process?
The selection process includes:
- Application Shortlisting
- SSB Interview
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
6. What is the last date to apply?
- Women: 06 August 2026
- Men: 07 August 2026
