Indian Army NCC Special Entry Scheme 124th Course (Oct 2026) for Women
Overview & Summary
The Indian Army has released the official notification for the NCC Special Entry Scheme 124th Course (October 2026). This recruitment is specifically for unmarried female candidates, including wards of Battle Casualties of Army Personnel, for the grant of Short Service Commission (Non-Technical).
- Course Name: NCC Special Entry Scheme 124th Course
- Commission Type: Short Service Commission (NT)
- Training Academy: OTA, Chennai
Important Dates
5 milestones| Event / Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 13 Feb 2026 | Concluded |
| Online Application End | 16 Mar 2026 | Concluded |
| Shortlisting for SSB | To be announced | Current / Active |
| SSB Interview Period | To be announced | Upcoming |
| Course Commencement | 1 Oct 2026 | Concluded |
Important Dates
Shortlisting for SSB
1 January 1970
SSB Interview Period
1 January 1970
Online Application Start
13 February 2026
Online Application End
16 March 2026
Course Commencement
1 October 2026
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies
6
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Eligibility Criteria
Additional Information
Candidates must fulfill the following criteria to be eligible for the NCC Special Entry:
- Nationality: Citizen of India, Subject of Nepal, or PIO migrated from specific countries with intent to settle.
- Marital Status: Unmarried Female.
- NCC Requirement: Minimum 2/3 years service in Senior Division/Wing of NCC with a minimum 'B' Grade in 'C' Certificate exam.
- Education: Graduation with aggregate marks as specified. Final year students are eligible if they complete the degree by Oct 1, 2026.
Educational Qualifications
Graduate Degree from a recognized University
Final year students (must complete degree by 01 Oct 2026)
Nationality
Indian / Nepal / PIO
Gender Eligibility
Physical Standards
Height
As per Indian Army Medical Standards
Running
2.4 Km in 13 Minutes
Eligible States
Application Fees
Fee Details
There is no application fee mentioned in the notification for this entry. Candidates are generally not charged for Indian Army officer-level direct entries.
Category-wise Application Fee
| category | amount | Status | notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Candidates | ₹0 | Exempted | -- |
| total | ₹0 | ||
Online Payment
Fee Payment Summary
Total Categories
1
Fee Range
₹0 -₹0
exempted_categories
0
Payment Modes
0
Selection Process
Selection Process
The selection process is rigorous and based on merit. It involves a unique Bonus Marks system for shortlisting.
1. Shortlisting (Bonus Marks out of 100)
- NCC 'C' Certificate: 'A' Grade = 50 marks, 'B' Grade = 25 marks.
- Graduation Marks: 85-100% = 50 marks, 80-84.99% = 40 marks, 75-79.99% = 30 marks, 70-74.99% = 20 marks, 65-69.99% = 10 marks, 60-64.99% = 5 marks.
2. SSB Interview
Shortlisted candidates will undergo a 5-day SSB interview at Selection Centres (Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bengaluru, or Jalandhar).
3. Medical Examination
Candidates recommended by SSB will undergo a medical board examination.
Selection Stages4
Shortlisting
EliminativeSSB Interview
EliminativeMedical Examination
EliminativeMerit List
QualifyingSalary & Allowances
Additional Information
Officers are commissioned in the rank of Lieutenant with a highly competitive pay structure and numerous allowances.
- Rank: Lieutenant (Level 10)
- Military Service Pay (MSP): ₹15,500/- per month (fixed)
- Stipend during Training: ₹56,100/- per month
- CTC: Approximately ₹17-18 Lakhs per annum
Pay Level
Level 10
Basic Pay
₹56,100
Total Basic
₹56,100
Basic + Grade Pay
Gross Salary
₹1,00,000 - ₹1,50,000 per month
(Basic Pay + allowances)
In-hand Salary
₹85,000 - ₹1,10,000 per month
(after Deductions)
Required Documents
Document Requirements
Candidates must carry the following documents in ORIGINAL to the Selection Centre:
Total Documents
8
Mandatory
7
Optional
1
categories
2
General Document Requirements
12th Class Certificate & MarksheetMandatory
CGPA to Percentage Conversion CertificateMandatory
Graduation Degree/Provisional DegreeMandatory
Marksheets of all years/semestersMandatory
Matriculation/Secondary School Certificate (for DOB proof)Mandatory
NCC 'C' Certificate (issued on or before application date)Mandatory
Signed Printout of Online Application with PhotographMandatory
Battle Casualty Certificate (for Wards of Battle Casualties)Optional
How to Apply
Application Instructions
Applications must be submitted online only through the official website.