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Defence Officer Entry
Indian Army NCC Special Entry 125th Course (Men & Women) April 2027
Indian Army has released official notification for NCC Special Entry Scheme 125th Course (April 2027) for Short Service Commission (SSC) in Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai. Online applications start on 09 July 2026 and close on 07 August 2026 (03:00 PM). Unmarried male and female candidates holding a Graduation degree with 50% marks and NCC 'C' Certificate (Minimum 'B' Grade) are eligible. There is **no written exam** and **no application fee**. Check eligibility, age limit, physical standards, and apply online below.
📌 Category: Examination Result / Merit List
📢 Status: Result Declared / Scorecard Active
🎯 Key Action: Check Qualifying Status & Cutoff
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Important Dates
- Apply Online Start Date 09 July 2026
- Apply Online Last Date 07 August 2026 (03:00 PM)
- SSB Interview Dates October 2026 - January 2027
- Course Commencement at OTA April 2027
Application Fee
- All Candidates (Men & Women) ₹ 0/- (Nil)
- Official Free Service No Registration Fee
Age Limit (as on 01 April 2027)
- Minimum Age 19 Years
- Maximum Age 25 Years
- DOB Range Born between 02/04/2002 & 01/04/2008
- Marital Status Unmarried Candidates Only
Qualification & NCC 'C' Cert
- Graduation Degree Minimum 50% Aggregate Marks
- NCC 'C' Certificate Minimum 'B' Grade in NCC 'C' Examination
- Final Year Students Eligible (Must pass by 01 April 2027)
Selection Process & Service Training
| Selection Stage | Testing Details | Locations / Training Centre |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Shortlisting | Cumulative Graduation Marks Cut-off | Directorate General of Recruiting, IHQ of MoD (Army) |
| Stage 2: SSB Interview | 5-Day Selection Testing (Screening, Psychology, GTO & Interview) | Selection Centres: Prayagraj (UP), Bhopal (MP), Bengaluru (Karnataka), Jalandhar (Punjab) |
| Stage 3: Medical Exam | Medical Evaluation by Special Medical Board (SMB) | Designated Military Base Hospitals |
| Training & Commission | 49 Weeks Training (Stipend ₹56,100/month) | Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai (Commissioned as Lieutenant) |
How to Apply Online on Join Indian Army Portal
- Visit official Army recruitment portal: joinindianarmy.nic.in.
- Pass captcha check and click "Officer Selection" → "Apply / Login".
- Log in with your existing credentials or register fresh profile using Aadhaar.
- Click "Apply Online" on dashboard and select "NCC Special Entry 125th Course".
- Enter your Graduation marks, NCC 'C' Certificate unit details, and grading.
- Upload photograph and signature in JPG format and submit the application.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online Link | Apply Online |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Join Indian Army Official Portal | Official Site |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can Wards of Battle Casualties apply without NCC 'C' Certificate?
Yes, Wards of Battle Casualties of Army Personnel are exempted from holding NCC 'C' Certificate.