Indian Army Short Service Commission (SSC) — JAG Entry & NCC Special Entry Online Form 2026 — Last Date 21 August 2026
Indian Army has released the notification for Short Service Commission (SSC) recruitment under the Judge Advocate General (JAG) Entry Scheme and NCC Special Entry Scheme for both men and women candidates. This recruitment offers Commissioned Officer entry into the Indian Army for law graduates and NCC ‘C’ Certificate holders. The online application process is currently active and closes on 21 August 2026. Read the complete details of the notification, including eligibility, age limit, application fee, selection process, and how to apply, given below.
About the Recruitment
This is a direct Short Service Commission entry scheme into the Indian Army, offering candidates an Officer rank without going through the traditional written examination route used for most other Army entries. The JAG Entry Scheme is meant for law graduates who wish to serve in the Army’s legal branch, while the NCC Special Entry Scheme is meant for candidates who have completed NCC ‘C’ Certificate with a minimum required grade, along with 2 years of senior division/wing NCC training. Since the application window is closing soon, eligible candidates should complete their registration without delay to avoid missing this opportunity for a prestigious officer-level defence career.
Important Dates
| Application Begin | As per official notification |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 21/08/2026 |
| Selection Mode | Shortlisting + SSB Interview + Medical Examination |
Application Fee
| All Candidates | Nil (No application fee for SSC Officer entry schemes) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
Age Limit
| JAG Entry Scheme | 21 to 27 Years |
| NCC Special Entry Scheme | 19 to 25 Years |
| Age Relaxation | As per Indian Army norms, where applicable |
Eligibility Criteria
For the JAG Entry Scheme, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) with a minimum 55% aggregate marks, and must be eligible for registration as an Advocate under the Advocates Act, 1961. For the NCC Special Entry Scheme, candidates must hold a Graduation degree with a minimum 50% aggregate marks, along with an NCC ‘C’ Certificate with a minimum ‘B’ grade, and must have served for a minimum of 2 years in the Senior Division/Wing of NCC. Candidates should carefully check the detailed official notification PDF for complete eligibility conditions, including physical standards, before applying.
Vacancy Details
| Entry Scheme | Eligibility Basis |
|---|---|
| Short Service Commission (JAG Entry) — Men & Women | LLB with min. 55% marks |
| Short Service Commission (NCC Special Entry) — Men & Women | Graduation with NCC ‘C’ Certificate (min. ‘B’ grade) |
Selected candidates will be commissioned as Short Service Commission Officers in the Indian Army, with an attractive starting pay under Level 10 of the 7th CPC, along with military allowances, perks, and the option for permanent commission based on performance and vacancy.
Selection Process
Selection for both SSC JAG Entry and NCC Special Entry schemes involves shortlisting of applications based on eligibility criteria, followed by a Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview, which assesses candidates over multiple days through psychological tests, group testing, and a personal interview. Candidates who clear the SSB will then undergo a Medical Examination before receiving the final merit-based offer of commission. Since there is no written entrance exam for these particular schemes, the SSB stage carries the most weight in the entire selection process.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the online application: recent passport-size photograph, scanned signature, LLB degree certificate and marksheet (for JAG Entry) or Graduation certificate and NCC ‘C’ Certificate (for NCC Special Entry), Bar Council registration eligibility proof (for JAG Entry), and a valid ID proof such as Aadhaar card.
How to Apply Online
- Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Visit the official website: joinindianarmy.nic.in
- Register with basic details and create login credentials, or log in if already registered.
- Select the SSC JAG Entry or NCC Special Entry scheme as applicable.
- Fill in personal, educational, and NCC/Law qualification details carefully.
- Upload photo, signature, and required documents in the specified format.
- Review the form carefully in preview mode before final submission.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for Indian Army SSC JAG & NCC Special Entry 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 21 August 2026.
Q2. Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
No, there is no application fee for these Short Service Commission Officer entry schemes.
Q3. What is the eligibility for the NCC Special Entry Scheme?
Candidates need a Graduation degree with minimum 50% marks, along with an NCC ‘C’ Certificate of at least ‘B’ grade and 2 years of Senior Division/Wing NCC training.
Q4. Is there a written exam for these entry schemes?
No, there is no written exam. Selection is based on shortlisting followed by an SSB Interview and Medical Examination.