Indian Army NCC Special Entry Scheme 124th Course for Men (October 2026)
Overview & Summary
Overview of NCC Special Entry 124th Course
The Indian Army has released the notification for the NCC Special Entry Scheme 124th Course commencing in October 2026. This entry is specifically for unmarried male candidates (including Wards of Battle Casualties) for the grant of Short Service Commission (Non-Technical).
Selected candidates will undergo 49 weeks of rigorous training at the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai. Successful completion leads to the rank of Lieutenant.
Important Dates
5 milestones| Event / Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 12 Feb 2026 | Concluded |
| Online Application End | 16 Mar 2026 | Concluded |
| Shortlisting for SSB (Tentative) | 1 May 2026 | Concluded |
| SSB Interview Period | To be announced | Current / Active |
| Course Commencement at OTA Chennai | 1 Oct 2026 | Upcoming |
Important Dates
SSB Interview Period
1 January 1970
Online Application Start
12 February 2026
Online Application End
16 March 2026
Shortlisting for SSB (Tentative)
1 May 2026
Course Commencement at OTA Chennai
1 October 2026
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies
70
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Eligibility Criteria
Additional Information
Comprehensive Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the following requirements to be eligible for the NCC Special Entry:
- Nationality: Must be a Citizen of India, Subject of Nepal, or a Person of Indian Origin (PIO) migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanent settlement.
- Marital Status: Only Unmarried Male candidates are eligible.
- NCC Requirement: Must possess an NCC 'C' Certificate with a minimum of 'B' Grade (Not required for Wards of Battle Casualties).
- Service in NCC: Minimum 2/3 years of service in the Senior Division/Wing of NCC.
Educational Qualifications
Degree of a recognized University or equivalent with aggregate of minimum 50% marks taking into account marks of all the years.
Final year students are eligible provided they pass the examination by 1st October 2026.
Nationality
Indian / Subject of Nepal / PIO
Gender Eligibility
Physical Standards
Height
As per Indian Army Medical Standards
Chest
As per Indian Army Medical Standards
Running
2.4 Km in 10 Minutes 30 Seconds
Eligible States
Application Fees
Fee Details
There is no application fee mentioned for this entry. Candidates are generally not charged for Indian Army officer-level applications.
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
Multi-Stage Selection Process
The selection is based on merit and psychological evaluation:
- Shortlisting: Based on Bonus Marks (Max 100) calculated from NCC 'C' Certificate grade and Graduation percentage.
- SSB Interview: A 5-day evaluation process at Selection Centres (Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bengaluru, or Jalandhar).
- Medical Examination: Candidates recommended by SSB undergo a thorough medical checkup.
- Merit List: Final selection based on SSB marks, age (if marks are tied), and educational percentage.
Selection Stages4
Shortlisting of Applications
EliminativeSSB Interview (Stage I & II)
EliminativeMedical Examination
EliminativeFinal Merit List
QualifyingSalary & Allowances
Additional Information
Pay Scale and Allowances
Upon commissioning, officers are placed in Level 10 of the Pay Matrix. The CTC is approximately ₹ 17-18 Lakhs per annum.
- Military Service Pay (MSP): ₹ 15,500/- p.m. (fixed) from Lieutenant to Brigadier.
- Stipend during Training: ₹ 56,100/- p.m.
- Dress Allowance: ₹ 20,000/- per year.
- Siachen Allowance: ₹ 42,500/- p.m. (if applicable).
- Transport Allowance: ₹ 7,200 + DA (Higher TPTA Cities) or ₹ 3,600 + DA (Other places).
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 Original Documents along with self-attested copies to the Selection Centre:
Total Documents
8
Mandatory
7
Optional
1
categories
3
General Document Requirements
12th Class Certificate & Marks SheetMandatory
CGPA Conversion Formula Certificate from UniversityMandatory
Graduation Degree/Provisional DegreeMandatory
Marks Sheets of all years/semestersMandatory
Matriculation/Secondary School Certificate (for DOB proof)Mandatory
NCC 'C' Certificate (with minimum B Grade)Mandatory
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 recruitment portal.