Indian Army TGC-143 Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 30 Posts (Permanent Commission, Jul 2026)
Indian Army has released the official notification inviting applications for the 143rd Technical Graduate Course (TGC-143) commencing at Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun — July 2026. Eligible unmarried male engineering graduates may apply online for a total of 30 (tentative) vacancies. Applicants must read the notification carefully and follow instructions on the official portal.
TGC-143 — Quick Overview |
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| Recruiting Organization | Indian Army — Directorate General of Recruiting (DGR) |
| Course | 143rd Technical Graduate Course (TGC-143) — Training at IMA, Dehradun (Jul 2026). |
| Type of Commission | Permanent Commission (on successful completion of training). |
| Vacancies | 30 (tentative). Vacancies and stream-wise allotment are as per the notification — subject to organizational requirements. |
| Application Mode | Online only at joinindianarmy.nic.in. |
Eligibility — Who can apply |
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| Nationality | Indian citizen; certain categories of persons of Indian origin and Nepal nationals (certificate rules apply as per notification). |
| Age Limit | 20 to 27 years as on 01 Jul 2026 — candidates born between 01 Jul 1999 and 30 Jun 2006 (both dates inclusive). |
| Educational Qualification | Passed BE/B.Tech in the notified engineering streams (or final-year students who will submit passing proof by 01 Jul 2026 — strict conditions apply). Final-year students whose final exam is scheduled after 01 Jul 2026 are NOT eligible. See notification for stream-wise details. |
| Marital Status | Open for unmarried males only (as per notification). |
| Physical Standards | Minimum physical fitness standards apply (2.4 km run 10:30, push-ups 40, pull-ups 6, sit-ups 30, squats/lunges, swimming fundamentals). Refer to Para 4 of the notification. |
Vacancy Snapshot — Core Streams (Total 30 — tentative) |
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| Core Stream | Approx Vacancies | Notes |
| Civil Engineering | 08 | Includes allied/approved equivalent streams per notification. |
| Computer / IT / CS | 06 | Includes many equivalent IT/CS streams listed in the notification. |
| Mechanical Engineering | 06 | Includes Mech / Mechatronics / Manufacturing variants. |
| Electronics & Communication | 06 | Includes ECE, Applied Electronics, Instrumentation variants. |
| Electrical Engineering | 02 | As per table in notification. |
| Note: The full stream-wise table (equivalent AICTE stream names and exact mapping) is present in the official PDF — always cross-check before applying. Vacancies are tentative and may be re-appropriated. |
Selection Process — Shortlisting to Joining |
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- Online application → Shortlisting (cut-offs applied stream-wise on cumulative % up to relevant semester).
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for SSB interviews (two-stage, up to 5 days). Call letters issued by Selection Centres via registered email/SMS.
- Recommended candidates undergo medical examination; final merit list prepared stream-wise; joining letters issued for pre-commission training at IMA.
- SSB windows: SSB interviews expected between Jan — Mar 2026. The option to choose SSB dates/centre will be opened for approx. two weeks in Dec 2025.
- Note: once SSB date/centre is selected, requests for change will NOT be entertained.
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Training & Post-Training Details |
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| Training Academy | Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun. |
| Training Duration | About 12 months (Jul 2026 – Jun 2027). |
| Stipend during Training | ₹56,100 per month (cadet stipend as per notification). |
| Rank on Commissioning | Lieutenant (on successful completion of training). |
| Approx. CTC after Commissioning | Approx. ₹17–18 lakh per annum (CTC estimate — excludes allowances & benefits). |
Pay & Terms (highlights) |
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| Starting Pay (Officer) | On commissioning, Pay fixed in First Cell of Level 10 (Lieutenant). Full pay & allowance structure in notification. |
| Allowances | Dearness Allowance, MSP, technical/field/hardship allowances where applicable — details in notification. |
| Insurance | Gentlemen Cadets (on stipend) insured under AGIF (sum insured details in notification). |
Documents to Carry for SSB / Verification |
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- Printout of online application (self-attested photograph & signature).
- Matriculation/Secondary certificate (for DOB proof).
- All semester/year marksheets & degree/provisional degree certificate (as applicable).
- Certificate from University/Principal for cumulative % (for final-year students) if required.
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) if claiming reservation, PwBD certificate if applicable.
(Full list and exact formats are in Para 11 of the notification — carry originals for SSB verification).
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How to Apply — Step by Step |
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- Visit the official portal: joinindianarmy.nic.in. Click Officer Entry Apply/Login > Registration (if not already registered).
- Complete online registration, fill the application form carefully and upload required documents in the prescribed format.
- Finalise & Submit the application. Keep a printout of the submitted application for reference.
- Only one online application is permitted — multiple submissions will lead to cancellation.
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Important Dates |
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| Notification Published | As per official PDF (English & Hindi versions). |
| Online Application Open | 08 October 2025 — 15:00 Hrs (IST). |
| Online Application Close | 06 November 2025 — 15:00 Hrs (IST). |
| Cut-off Publication (shortlisting) | Likely last week of Dec 2025 (approx.). |
| SSB Interview Window | Up to five-day SSBs between Jan – Mar 2026. Choice window for dates opens in Dec 2025 for ~two weeks. |
| Training Start | July 2026 (approx. — IMA). |
FAQs — Quick Answers
Q1. When will online applications be accepted?
Ans: Online applications open on 08 October 2025 at 1500 Hrs and close on 06 November 2025 at 1500 Hrs. Confirm on the official portal/notification.
Q2. How many vacancies are there?
Ans: The notification lists a tentative total of 30 vacancies across engineering streams — subject to change. Check the stream-wise table in the PDF.
Q3. Who can apply?
Ans: Unmarried male engineering graduates (or final-year students who meet the strict conditions described in the notification). Age 20–27 years as on 01 Jul 2026.
Q4. What is the selection process?
Ans: Shortlisting (based on cumulative % & vacancy-to-call ratio) → SSB interview (two-stage) → Medical → Merit list → Joining. SSBs expected Jan–Mar 2026 (choice window in Dec 2025).
Q5. Where to get the official notification?
Ans: Download the official bilingual (Hindi & English) notification from the link above or visit joinindianarmy.nic.in.
✅ Thanks for visiting — please verify every numeric/detail from the official notification before applying. Good luck!
Disclaimer: This post is a prepared summary to assist applicants. The official notification (linked above) is the authoritative source — always refer to it for legally binding details, exact stream names, reservation, cut-offs, and instructions.
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