The Indian Army has announced the Short Service Commission (SSC) Technical Recruitment for the 65th Men and 36th Women batches, scheduled to commence in October 2025. This recruitment drive offers a total of 381 vacancies for unmarried male and female engineering graduates, as well as widows of defense personnel. Interested candidates can apply online from January 7, 2025, to February 5, 2025.
Overview of Indian Army SSC Technical Recruitment 2025
| Feature | Details |
| Recruitment Body | Indian Army |
| Course Name | SSC (Tech)-65 for Men and SSCW (Tech)-36 for Women |
| Total Vacancies | 381 |
| Application Period | January 7, 2025 – February 5, 2025 |
| Course Commencement | October 2025 |
| Application Fee | None |
| Age Limit | 20 to 27 years as of October 1, 2025 (Born between October 2, 1998, and October 1, 2005) |
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Important Dates
- Application Start Date: January 7, 2025
- Application End Date: February 5, 2025 (up to 3:00 PM)
- Course Commencement: October 2025
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualifications:
- For SSC (Tech) Men and Women: Candidates must have an engineering degree in the relevant trade. Final-year engineering students are also eligible, provided they can submit proof of passing by October 1, 2025.
- For Widows of Defense Personnel:
- SSCW (Non-Tech) [Non-UPSC]: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
- SSCW (Tech): B.E./B.Tech in any engineering stream.
- Age Limit:
- For SSC (Tech) Men and Women: 20 to 27 years as of October 1, 2025 (Born between October 2, 1998, and October 1, 2005).
- For Widows of Defense Personnel: Maximum age of 35 years as of October 1, 2025.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
| SSC (Tech) Men | 350 |
| SSC (Tech) Women | 29 |
| SSCW (Tech) (For Widows) | 1 |
| SSCW (Non-Tech) (For Widows) | 1 |
Trade-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Engineering Discipline | Men | Women |
| Civil | 75 | 7 |
| Mechanical | 101 | 9 |
| Electrical | 33 | 3 |
| Computer Science | 60 | 4 |
| Electronics | 64 | 6 |
| Miscellaneous Engineering | 17 | 0 |
Application Process
- Registration: Visit the official Indian Army website and register by clicking on ‘Officer Entry Apply/Login’ and then ‘Registration’.
- Application Form: After registration, log in and select ‘Apply Online’ under the Dashboard. Fill in the application form with accurate details.
- Document Upload: Upload scanned copies of required documents, including photograph, signature, and educational certificates.
- Submission: Review the application form carefully and submit it. Take a record of the final submitted form for future use.
Selection Procedure
- Shortlisting of Applications: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their academic performance and other criteria as decided by the Indian Army.
- SSB Interview: Shortlisted candidates will undergo a five-day Services Selection Board (SSB) interview, which includes psychological tests, group tasks, and personal interviews.
- Medical Examination: Candidates who clear the SSB interview will undergo a medical examination to assess their fitness.
- Final Merit List: A merit list will be prepared based on the candidate’s performance in the SSB interview and medical examination.
Training
- Location: Selected candidates will undergo training at the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
- Duration: The training period is 49 weeks.
- Commission: Upon successful completion of training, candidates will be granted Short Service Commission in the rank of Lieutenant.
Stipend and Pay Scale
- Stipend During Training: ₹56,100 per month.
- Pay Scale After Commissioning: Lieutenant rank with a pay scale of ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 plus allowances as applicable.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the application period for the Indian Army SSC Technical Recruitment 2025?
The application period is from January 7, 2025, to February 5, 2025.
Is there any application fee for this recruitment?
No, there is no application fee for any candidate.
Can final-year engineering students apply for this recruitment?
Yes,