Indian Army TGC-145 Recruitment 2026: The Indian Army has invited online applications from eligible unmarried male engineering graduates for the 145th Technical Graduate Course (TGC-145) commencing in July 2027 at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun. The course is for Permanent Commission in the Indian Army. A total of 30 vacancies are available across notified engineering streams.
Indian Army TGC-145 Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Indian Army |
| Course Name | 145th Technical Graduate Course (TGC-145) |
| Course Commencement | July 2027 |
| Training Academy | Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun |
| Post/Entry | Technical Graduate Course (TGC) |
| Total Vacancies | 30 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Opening Date | 30 September 2026, 03:00 PM |
| Last Date | 29 October 2026, 03:00 PM |
| Age Limit | 20 to 27 years as on 01 July 2027 |
| Official Website | joinindianarmy.nic.in |
The notification specifies 30 tentative vacancies and states that the online application window opens on 30 September 2026 at 1500 hours and closes on 29 October 2026 at 1500 hours.
Post Details and Vacancies
The TGC-145 notification provides vacancies in the following core engineering streams:
| Engineering Stream | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 08 |
| Computer Science | 06 |
| Electrical Engineering | 02 |
| Electronics Engineering | 06 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 06 |
| Miscellaneous Engineering Streams | 02 |
| Total | 30 |
Only the engineering streams and their acceptable equivalent streams specifically listed in the official notification are eligible. Candidates with other engineering streams are not eligible to apply.
Important Note on Engineering Stream
Candidates must enter their engineering stream exactly as applicable to their degree/marksheet. Any mismatch between the engineering stream mentioned on the degree/marksheet and the stream entered in the online application may result in cancellation of candidature.
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
The candidate must be:
- A citizen of India; or
- A subject of Nepal; or
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India, subject to the conditions and eligibility certificate requirements mentioned in the notification.
Nepalese Gorkha candidates do not require an eligibility certificate. Bilingual_Notification_for_TGC-…
Gender and Marital Status
Applications are invited from eligible unmarried male engineering graduates for TGC-145. Bilingual_Notification_for_TGC-…
Age Limit
The candidate must be 20 to 27 years of age as on 01 July 2027.
The candidate should have been born:
- Not earlier than: 01 July 2000
- Not later than: 30 June 2007
The date of birth recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary School Examination Certificate or equivalent certificate will be accepted as proof of age.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- BE/B.Tech, or
- M.Sc Computer Science
in the engineering streams/equivalent streams notified in the TGC-145 notification. Bilingual_Notification_for_TGC-…
Final Year Candidates
Final-year engineering candidates can also apply, subject to the conditions mentioned in the notification.
They must submit proof of passing the engineering degree examination along with marksheets of all semesters/years by 01 July 2027 and produce the engineering degree certificate within 12 weeks from commencement of training at IMA. Bilingual_Notification_for_TGC-…
Candidates whose final-year/final-semester result will be declared after 01 July 2027 are not eligible for this course. Bilingual_Notification_for_TGC-…
Foreign Engineering Degree
Candidates who obtained their engineering degree from a foreign country are not eligible to apply.
Experience
No prior work experience is required.
The notification is for eligible engineering graduates/final-year engineering candidates meeting the prescribed educational and other eligibility conditions.
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Minimum Physical Standards
Before joining the training academy, candidates are required to meet the following minimum physical standards:
| Activity | Minimum Standard |
|---|---|
| 2.4 Km Run | 10 Minutes 30 Seconds |
| Push-Ups | 40 |
| Pull-Ups | 06 |
| Sit-Ups | 30 |
| Squats | 2 Sets of 30 Repetitions |
| Lunges | 2 Sets of 10 Repetitions |
| Swimming | Should know fundamentals of swimming |
These standards are specifically highlighted in the notification for candidates preparing for the training academy.
Selection Process
The selection process for Indian Army TGC-145 consists of:
- Shortlisting of Applications
- SSB Interview
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
- Joining Pre-Commission Training Academy (PCTA)
1. Shortlisting
The Integrated Headquarters of MoD (Army) reserves the right to shortlist candidates based on the vacancy-to-call-up ratio for each engineering discipline/stream.
A cut-off percentage will be applied based on the candidate’s cumulative marks. Bilingual_Notification_for_TGC-…
2. SSB Interview
Shortlisted candidates will be called for SSB at one of the following Selection Centres:
- Prayagraj
- Bhopal
- Bengaluru
- Jalandhar
The SSB selection procedure consists of two stages. Candidates who clear Stage 1 proceed to Stage 2. Candidates who fail Stage 1 are returned on the same day.
The SSB interview can last for a maximum of five days. Bilingual_Notification_for_TGC-…
3. Medical Examination
Candidates recommended by SSB will undergo the prescribed medical examination. Candidates declared medically fit will be considered for joining according to merit and available vacancies. Bilingual_Notification_for_TGC-…
4. Final Merit
Joining letters for training are issued to SSB-recommended and medically fit candidates according to the order of merit, subject to available vacancies and fulfilment of all eligibility conditions.
Training
Selected candidates will undergo training at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun.
Training Duration: Approximately 12 months. Bilingual_Notification_for_TGC-…
The entire cost of training at IMA is borne by the Government. However, the notification contains provisions for recovery of training costs in certain cases where a candidate is withdrawn for reasons other than medical grounds or reasons beyond the candidate’s control.
Commission
On successful completion of training, cadets will be granted Permanent Commission in the Indian Army in the rank of Lieutenant. Bilingual_Notification_for_TGC-…
The notification also provides for one year of ante-date seniority for TGC engineering graduates for purposes including seniority, promotion and pay increment.
Salary / Pay Scale
After commissioning, the rank-wise pay structure specified in the notification includes:
| Rank | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Lieutenant | Level 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Captain | Level 10B | ₹61,300 – ₹1,93,900 |
| Major | Level 11 | ₹69,400 – ₹2,07,200 |
| Lieutenant Colonel | Level 12A | ₹1,21,200 – ₹2,12,400 |
| Colonel | Level 13 | ₹1,30,600 – ₹2,15,900 |
| Brigadier | Level 13A | ₹1,39,600 – ₹2,17,600 |
| Major General | Level 14 | ₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200 |
| Lieutenant General | Level 15 | ₹1,82,200 – ₹2,24,100 |
The notification also provides Military Service Pay (MSP) of ₹15,500 per month for officers from Lieutenant to Brigadier. Bilingual_Notification_for_TGC-…
Cadet Training Stipend
During training at IMA, Officer Cadets receive a fixed stipend of:
₹56,100 per month
The notification states that this is the starting pay in Level 10 of the Pay Matrix. Bilingual_Notification_for_TGC-…
Other allowances are also applicable subject to the prescribed conditions, including Dearness Allowance, Technical Allowance, Transport Allowance and applicable field-area allowances.
Application Fee
Application Fee: Not specified in the official TGC-145 notification.
Candidates should carefully follow the official online application instructions while applying.
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 30 September 2026 – 03:00 PM |
| Online Application Last Date | 29 October 2026 – 03:00 PM |
| TGC-145 Course Commencement | July 2027 |
| IMA Joining/Training | As per official joining instructions |
The official notification explicitly states that the online application will open on 30 September 2026 at 1500 hours and close on 29 October 2026 at 1500 hours.
How to Apply?
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official Indian Army website.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit the official website joinindianarmy.nic.in.
- Click on Officer Entry Apply/Login.
- Click on Registration.
- Complete the online registration process.
- Login to the candidate dashboard.
- Click Apply Online.
- Open Officers Selection – Eligibility.
- Select Technical Graduate Course and click Apply.
- Fill in personal, communication, educational and previous SSB details.
- Carefully check all entered information.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the application for future use.
The notification states that Aadhaar number and Matriculation Certificate are mandatory for registration on the Indian Army recruitment website. Bilingual_Notification_for_TGC-…
Important
Candidates should ensure that their:
- Name
- Father’s name
- Mother’s name
- Date of birth
- Engineering stream
- Educational details
- Marks/percentage
match the relevant official documents. No changes can be made after the application closes.
Documents Required
Candidates are required to carry self-attested copies along with originals to the Selection Centre as applicable.
Important documents include:
- Application printout
- Matriculation/Secondary School certificate and marksheet
- Class 12 certificate/marksheet
- Engineering Degree/Provisional Degree
- Marksheets of all semesters/years
- CGPA-to-marks conversion certificate, where applicable
- Other documents/certificates prescribed by the notification
The notification specifically states that DigiLocker certificates will not be accepted in place of original certificates. Bilingual_Notification_for_TGC-…
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Indian Army Official Recruitment Portal |
| Official Website | joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| Official Notification | TGC-145 Notification PDF |
| SSB/Recruitment Information | Available on Indian Army Official Website |
Official Website: Indian Army Recruitment Portal
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Only eligible unmarried male engineering graduates should apply.
- Check your engineering stream carefully before submitting the application.
- Any mismatch in engineering stream nomenclature may result in cancellation.
- Final-year candidates must meet the prescribed conditions.
- Candidates must carry original degree/provisional degree and semester/year marksheets for SSB.
- The SSB centre/date selected by the candidate generally cannot be changed later.
- Candidates should carefully verify all details before final submission.
- Keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
- The vacancies are tentative and may be changed or re-appropriated according to organisational requirements.
Indian Army TGC-145 Recruitment 2026 is an opportunity for eligible unmarried male engineering graduates to enter the Indian Army through the Technical Graduate Course (TGC-145) commencing in July 2027. The recruitment offers 30 tentative vacancies across notified engineering streams, with training at IMA Dehradun and Permanent Commission on successful completion of training. Bilingual_Notification_for_TGC-…
Eligible candidates should submit their online application before 29 October 2026 at 03:00 PM and carefully verify their educational and personal details before submission.
