The Indian Army has officially released the notification for the NCC Special Entry Scheme – 124th Course (October 2026) for Short Service Commission (Non-Technical) Women, including wards of battle casualties. Eligible unmarried female candidates possessing an NCC ‘C’ Certificate can now apply online.
| Entry Name | NCC Special Entry Scheme – 124th Course |
| Course Start | October 2026 |
| Commission Type | Short Service Commission (Non-Technical) |
| Gender | Women |
| Organization | Indian Army |
| Official Website | www.joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| NCC Women (General Category) | 05 |
| Wards of Battle Casualties | 01 |
| Total | 06 Posts |
| Minimum Age | 19 Years |
| Maximum Age | 25 Years |
| Degree Requirement | Graduate Degree from Recognized University |
| Final Year Candidates | Eligible (subject to conditions) |
| NCC Certificate | NCC ‘C’ Certificate |
| Minimum Grade | ‘B’ Grade |
| NCC Service | Minimum Required Service in Senior Division/Wing |
| Step 1 | Online Application Submission |
| Step 2 | Shortlisting of Candidates |
| Step 3 | SSB Interview (Stage I & II) |
| Step 4 | Medical Examination |
| Step 5 | Final Merit List |
| Step 6 | Joining Letter |
| Activity | Minimum Standard |
|---|---|
| 2.4 Km Run | 13 Minutes |
| Push-ups | 15 |
| Squats | 30 (Two Sets) |
| Lunges | 10 (Two Sets) |
| Swimming | Basic Knowledge Required |
| Training Academy | Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai |
| Training Duration | 49 Weeks |
| Rank After Training | Lieutenant |
| Stipend During Training | ₹56,100 per month |
| Starting Pay Level | Level 10 |
| Lieutenant Salary | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Military Service Pay (MSP) | ₹15,500 per month |
| CTC Approximation | ₹17–18 Lakhs per annum |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start | 13 February 2026 (3:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 March 2026 (3:00 PM) |
| SSB Shortlisting | May / June 2026 |
| Course Commencement | October 2026 |
| Step 1 | Visit www.joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| Step 2 | Click Officer Entry Application / Login |
| Step 3 | Complete Registration / Login |
| Step 4 | Select NCC Special Entry 124 Course |
| Step 5 | Fill Application Form Carefully |
| Step 6 | Submit & Print Application |
| Official Website | www.joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| Notification | Download PDF |
| Apply Online | Click to Apply |
Unmarried female candidates possessing an NCC ‘C’ Certificate with minimum ‘B’ Grade and a graduate degree from a recognized university are eligible.
Candidates must be between 19 to 25 years as on the specified cut-off date.
No. Selection is based on shortlisting + SSB Interview + Medical Examination.
Candidates must hold a valid NCC ‘C’ Certificate with minimum required service.
Selected candidates undergo 49 weeks of training at OTA Chennai.
After commissioning as Lieutenant, candidates receive pay as per Level 10 Pay Matrix along with allowances.
Yes, final year students may apply subject to conditions mentioned in the notification.
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