On March 15, 2025, the Indian Army will close the NCC Special Entry Scheme registration period. The direct link to apply for the recruiting procedure is available on the Indian Army’s official website, joinindianarmy.nic.in, for qualified candidates.
Vacancy details:
NCC Men Category:
Total openings: 70
General Category: 63 openings
Wards of Battle Casualties (Indian Army servicemen): 7 openings
NCC Women Category:
Total openings: 6
General Category: 5 openings
Wards of Battle Casualties (Indian Army troops): 1 opening
Eligibility criteria:
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have at least 50% aggregate marks in their degree.
Must have secured at least a ‘B’ grade in the NCC ‘C’ certificate exam.
Age Limit (as of July 1, 2025):
Candidates must be between 19 to 25 years old.
Date of birth must be between July 2, 2000, and July 1, 2006.
Step to apply:
1. Go to joinindianarmy.nic.in, the Indian Army’s official website.
2. On the home page, select the Officer Entry Application/Login option.
3. Candidates must click “register” on a new page that opens.
4. Fill out the application and register.
5. Click “Submit” when finished.
6. Save a physical copy of the confirmation page for future reference after downloading it.
Probation period:
It is crucial to remember that an officer will be placed on probation for six months following the date of commission. The notice further states that “his/her services may be terminated at any time, before or after the expiration of the probationary period, if he/she is reported on during the probationary period as unsuitable to retain his/her commission.”
Selection process:
Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their applications.
Centre Allocation Notification: Shortlisted candidates will receive an email regarding their assigned Selection Centre.
SSB Date Selection: Candidates must log in to the website and choose their SSB interview dates, which are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis.
SSB Process: Only shortlisted candidates will undergo the SSB interview at the designated Selection Centres.
Final Selection & Training: Candidates who clear the SSB and are medically fit will receive joining letters for training in order of merit.
Candidates can visit the Indian Army’s official website for additional relevant information.
