Name of Post:
Indian Army NCC 125 Recruitment 2026

Short Information:
Join Indian Army has invited online applications for the 125th SSC NCC Special Entry Scheme Course commencing in April 2027. Unmarried male and female graduates, including eligible wards of battle casualties, can apply online. The recruitment includes 76 vacancies and no application fee.

• All Categories: No Application Fee
• Candidates can submit the online form without paying any fee.

For NCC ‘C’ Certificate Holders

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with at least 50% aggregate marks.
• Minimum service in the NCC Senior Division or Senior Wing as prescribed in the notification.
• NCC ‘C’ Certificate with at least a ‘B’ Grade.
• Eligible final-year students may apply subject to the conditions in the official notification.

For Wards of Battle Casualties

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with at least 50% aggregate marks.
• NCC ‘C’ Certificate is not compulsory for eligible wards of battle casualties.
• Battle casualty and relationship certificates must meet Indian Army requirements.

1. Shortlisting of applications as per Indian Army criteria
2. SSB Interview – Stage I and Stage II
3. Medical Examination
4. Document Verification
5. Final Merit List

Written Exam: No separate written examination is conducted under the NCC Special Entry route.

• Recent passport-size photograph and signature
• Class 10 certificate for date of birth
• Class 12 marksheet and certificate
• Graduation marksheets and degree or provisional degree
• NCC ‘C’ Certificate, where applicable
• Valid photo identity proof
• Battle casualty and relationship documents, where applicable
• Other documents listed in the official notification

1. Visit the official Join Indian Army website.
2. Open the Officer Entry Apply/Login section.
3. Complete registration using an active email ID and mobile number.
4. Select the NCC Special Entry Scheme 125th Course.
5. Enter personal, educational and NCC details carefully.
6. Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
7. Review the complete application before final submission.
8. Submit the form and save the application printout.

• Only eligible unmarried candidates should apply.
• Men and women have different application windows and closing dates.
• Do not submit duplicate applications.
• Enter graduation marks and NCC certificate details exactly as shown on the documents.
• Keep the registered email ID and mobile number active throughout the selection process.
• Read the official notification before final submission.

How many vacancies are available?

The recruitment includes 76 vacancies for men, women and eligible wards of battle casualties.

What is the last date for male candidates?

Male candidates can apply up to 20 August 2026.

What is the last date for female candidates?

Female candidates can apply up to 21 August 2026.

Is there any application fee?

No. There is no application fee for any category.

Is a written exam conducted?

No separate written examination is conducted. Shortlisted candidates are called for the SSB interview.

What qualification is required?

Candidates generally need a graduation degree with at least 50% marks and an NCC ‘C’ Certificate with minimum ‘B’ Grade. Separate rules apply to eligible wards of battle casualties.