NCC Special Entry Scheme For Men: Indian Army has recently announced a recruitment drive for the position of Short Service Commission (Non Tech) as NCC Special Entry in the Indian Army.
This recruitment is set to fill 70 posts.
Department: Indian Army
Posts: NCC Special Entry Scheme – 124 Course For Men (Lieutenant)
Total posts: 70
Eligibility: Graduation and Minimum of ‘B’Grade
in ‘C’ Certificate exam of NCC
Age Limit: 19 to 25 years as on 01 Jul 2026
Apply Fee: Nill
Last date: 20 August 2026, 1500 hrs
Salary: ₹ 56,100 to 1,77,500/- Per month
Job Location: All India
Apply Mode: Online
Notification:
Official Website: https://joinindianarmy.nic.in/Authentication.aspx
Note: If you have any query regarding selection process then you must see the notification and read carefully.
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NCC Special Entry Vacancy Details
Name of post: NCC Special Entry Scheme – 124 Course For Men (Oct 2026)
Total Vacancy: 70
Name of post: NCC Special Entry Scheme – 124 Course For Men (Lieutenant)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Criteria:
For NCC ‘C’ Certificate Holders :
– Graduation Degree and Minimum of ‘B’ Grade in ‘C’ Certificate exam of NCC For the Qualified Graduate Candidates of the Degree Course.
– Should have served for minimum two/three years (as applicable) in Senior Division/Wg of NCC.
For Wards of Battle Casualties of Indian Army Personnel :
– The vacancies under wards of battle casualties are available to wards (unmarried sons and unmarried daughters including legally adopted) of Army Battle casualties specified as:-
(aaa) Killed in action.
(aab) Died of wound or injuries (Other than self-inflicted).
(aac) Wounded or Injured (Other than self-inflicted).
(aad) Missing, presumed dead.
– Graduate Degree from a recognized University
Age Limit:
– 19 to 25 years as on 01 Jul 2026 (born not earlier than 02 Jul 2001 and not later than 01 Jul 2007 both dates inclusive).
NCC Special Entry Scheme Men Application fee: Nill
Selection Process: Application > Shortlisting > SSB > Medical > Merit List >Joining Letter
Physical standards:
Candidates must also meet minimum physical standards before joining the training academy:
Activity : Minimum Standard (Women)
2.4 km run : 10 Minutes 30 Seconds
Push-ups : 40
Pull-ups : 06
Sit-ups : 30
Squats : Two sets of 30 repetitions
Lunges : Two sets of 10 repetitions
Swimming : Should know fundamentals of swimming
How to apply: Online
NCC Special Entry Scheme Men Recruitment 2026: Important Dates:
Starting date for online application: 20 July 2026, 1500 hrs
Last date for online application: 20 August 2026, 1500 hrs
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About:
The NCC Special Entry Scheme 124th Course for Men is a direct commissioning path into the Indian Army for Short Service Commission (Non-Technical), starting in October 2026. Key parameters include unmarried male graduates aged 19 to 25 holding an NCC ‘C’ certificate with a minimum ‘B’ grade. Applications were accepted online through the Join Indian Army Portal from February 12 to March 16, 2026.