Overview
The Indian Army has announced a recruitment drive for six Short Service Commission Officer (NCC Special Entry) posts for women, with a salary ranging from Rs 56,100 to Rs 1,77,500 per month. Eligible candidates must hold a graduate degree, have 2‑3 years NCC Senior Division experience with a minimum 'B' grade in the NCC 'C' Certificate, and be unmarried females aged 19‑25 as of 01‑07‑2026. Applications are to be submitted online between 13‑02‑2026 and 16‑03‑2026. The selection process includes shortlisting, SSB interviews, medical checks, and pre‑commission training, culminating in final merit lists and joining letters.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Army
- Qualification
- Graduate Degree from a recognized university; minimum 2‑3 years NCC Senior Division service; minimum 'B' grade in NCC 'C' Certificate; unmarried female (including wards of battle casualties).
- Vacancies
- 6
- Posted
- 13-02-2026
- Last date to apply
- 16-03-2026
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 13-02-2026 |
| Online Application Opening | 13-02-2026 |
| Online Application Closing | 16-03-2026 |
| Course Start Date | 01-10-2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Graduation Degree Certificate | 01-10-2026 |
Important Links
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Vacancy Details
Total: 6
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on NCC 'C' Certificate grades and graduation marks (max 100 marks: 50 for NCC performance, 50 for academics); merit list with bonus marks; selection on vacancy to SSB call‑up ratio; two‑stage SSB interview at approved centres; medical examination for SSB‑recommended candidates; pre‑commission training at OTA, Chennai for 49 weeks; final merit list based on SSB marks and age; issuing joining letters in order of merit.
How to Apply
Verify eligibility criteria., Apply online on or before 16‑03‑2026 via the Indian Army SSC Officer (NCC Special Entry) recruitment portal., Fill out the application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details., Upload required documents (photograph, signature, certificates) in the prescribed format., Pay the application fee online if applicable (currently Nil)., Review all entered information carefully before submission., Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Indian Army NCC Special Entry Women Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online?
Notification Date: 13-02-2026; Online Application Opening: 13-02-2026; Online Application Closing: 16-03-2026; Course Start Date: 01-10-2026; Last Date to Submit Graduation Degree Certificate: 01-10-2026
What is the application fee?
All Categories: Nil
What is the age limit?
19 to 25 years as on 01-07-2026 (born not earlier than 02-07-2001 and not later than 01-07-2007)
What is the selection process?
Shortlisting based on NCC 'C' Certificate grades and graduation marks (max 100 marks: 50 for NCC performance, 50 for academics); merit list with bonus marks; selection on vacancy to SSB call‑up ratio; two‑stage SSB interview at approved centres; medical examination for SSB‑recommended candidates; pre‑commission training at OTA, Chennai for 49 weeks; final merit list based on SSB marks and age; issuing joining letters in order of merit.