Indian Army TGC Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 30 Technical Graduate Course Posts | Eligibility, Salary & Last Date

Indian Army TGC Recruitment 2026: Indian Army has released the job notification regarding filling of Technical Graduate Course Job Vacancies. The Government organization invites Online application from eligible candidates have B.E / B.Tech / M.Sc Computer Science (Final year students can also apply) qualifications. These 30 Technical Graduate Course Posts are Across India. The eligible candidates can apply for the post through Online from 30.09.2026 to 29.10.2026.

Indian Army TGC Recruitment 2026 - Highlights

• Organization Name : Indian Army
• Post Name : Technical Graduate Course (TGC-145)
• Job Type : Central Govt
• Recruitment Type : Direct
• Advt No : TGC-145
• Total Vacancies : 30
• Job Location : Across India
• Salary : Rs.56,100 - Rs.2,50,000 (Per Month)
• Mode of Application : Online
• Application Start : 30.09.2026
• Last Date : 29.10.2026

Job Details Descriptions

Important Dates : Indian Army TGC Recruitment 2026

• Starting Date to Apply : 30 September 2026
• Last Date to Apply : 29 October 2026
• Course Commencing Date : July 2027

Vacancy Details : Indian Army TGC Recruitment 2026

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Salary Details : Indian Army TGC Recruitment 2026

Pay Scale by Rank

• 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 HAG Scale (Level 15): ₹1,82,200 – ₹2,24,100
• Lieutenant General HAG+ Scale (Level 16): ₹2,05,400 – ₹2,24,400
• VCOAS/Army Cdr/Lt Gen (NFSG) (Level 17): ₹2,25,000 (Fixed)
• COAS (Level 18): ₹2,50,000 (Fixed)

Military Service Pay (MSP) & Stipend

• MSP: ₹15,500/- per month fixed (from Lieutenant to Brigadier rank).
• Cadet Stipend: ₹56,100/- per month (Starting Pay in Level 10 Matrix) during training at IMA Dehradun.

Key Allowances

• Dearness Allowance (DA): Admissible at the same rates and conditions as civilian personnel.
• Technical Allowance: Tier-I: ₹3,000/pm, Tier-II: ₹4,500/pm.
• Para Reserve Allowance: ₹2,625/pm.
• Field Area / Hardship / Risk Allowances: Varying from ₹1,200/pm up to ₹42,500/pm (Siachen Allowance) depending on posting.
• Dress Allowance: ₹20,000/- per year.
• Transport Allowance (TPTA): ₹7,200 + DA (Higher TPTA Cities) / ₹3,600 + DA (Other Places) per month.
• Children Education Allowance: ₹2,812.50/- per month per child (up to 2 eldest surviving children, classes Pre-Primary to 12th).
• Hostel Subsidy: ₹6,750/- per month per child.
• Insurance Cover (AGIF): ₹1.25 Crore insurance coverage during training (Monthly subscription: ₹12,500).

Age Limit : Indian Army TGC Recruitment 2026

• 20 to 27 years as on 01 July 2027. (Candidates bornbetween July 01, 2000 and June 30, 2007, both dates inclusive).
• Documentary Proof: Only the Date of Birth recorded in the Matriculation / Secondary School Examination Certificate will be accepted.

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Qualification : Indian Army TGC Recruitment 2026

• Candidates should possess a B.E. / B.Tech degree or M.Sc Computer Science in the notified Engineering Streams.
• Candidates with degrees from foreign universities are not eligible.

Final Year Appearing Candidates:

• Final year students can apply provided they submit proof of passing the Engineering Degree Examination along with marksheets of all semesters/years by July 01, 2027, and produce the degree certificate within 12 weeks from commencement of training.
• Cumulative percentage up to the 6th semester (8th semester for B.Arch / 2nd semester for M.Sc) must be above the approved cut-off percentage.
• Candidates whose final results will be declared after July 01, 2027, are not eligible.

Minimum Physical Standards (To acquire before joining training academy)

• 2.4 Km Run: 10 Minutes 30 Seconds
• Push Ups: 40
• Pull Ups: 06
• Sit Ups: 30
• Squats: Two Sets of 30 Repetitions
• Lunges: Two Sets of 10 Repetitions
• Swimming: Should know the fundamentals of swimming

Application Fee : Indian Army TGC Recruitment 2026

• There is no application fee required for Indian Army TGC Recruitment

Selection Process : Indian Army TGC Recruitment 2025

Shortlisting of Applications: Integrated HQ of MoD (Army) shortlists applications based on the vacancy-to-call-up ratio applying cut-off percentage of marks obtained up to the specified semester/year.

Allotment of Selection Centre & Dates: Shortlisted candidates must log in and select SSB dates and centers on a 'First Come, First Serve' basis.

SSB Interview (Two Stage):

• Centres: Prayagraj (UP), Bhopal (MP), Bengaluru (Karnataka), Jalandhar (Punjab).
• Duration: Up to 5 days.
• Stage-1: Screening test (Failed candidates sent back on the same day).
• Stage-2: Psychological Tests, Group Tasks, and Personal Interview.

Medical Examination: Candidates recommended in Stage-2 undergo a medical examination (validity: 270 days).

Merit List: Prepared stream-wise based on marks scored in the SSB interview alone. (If marks are tied, older candidates are ranked higher).

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How to Apply : Indian Army TGC Recruitment 2026

If you are interested and found yourself eligible for Technical Graduate Course, click on the apply online link given below. Then, find the appropriate option and fill up the form. You can apply online from 30 Sep 2026 to 29 Oct 2026.

Follow the steps given below to Apply Online

• Open the official website www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
• Find the Technical Graduate Course Job Notification in the “Recruitment / Career / Advertising Menu” and click on it.
• Download the official notification from the link provided at the end.
• Read the Full Notification. carefully and check your eligibility criteria.
• Visit the Online Official Online Application / Registration link below.
• Fill in the required details correctly without any mistakes.
• Upload all required documents in the format and size mentioned in the notification.
• Finally, after verifying that the registered details are correct, then submit.
• Next, if Indian Army requires an application fee, make the payment as per the notification mode. Otherwise, go to the next step.
• Take a printout of it and keep it safe

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is Indian Army TGC-145?

• TGC-145 (Technical Graduate Course) is a Permanent Commission entry scheme for eligible unmarried male engineering graduates to join the Indian Army as Lieutenants.

2. Who can apply for TGC-145 Entry?

• Unmarried male engineering graduates (B.E./B.Tech or M.Sc Computer Science) aged between 20 and 27 years who fulfill the physical and educational criteria.

3. Are final-year engineering students eligible to apply?

• Yes, final-year students can apply provided they can submit proof of passing all degree exams by July 01, 2027, and their result is declared before July 01, 2027.

4. Is there any written exam for Indian Army TGC-145?

• No, there is no written exam. Candidates are directly shortlisted for the SSB Interview based on their cumulative degree percentage.

5. Is there any application fee for TGC-145?

• No, applying for TGC-145 on the official Join Indian Army portal is completely free of charge.

6. Where will the training for TGC-145 take place and for how long?

• Training takes place at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun, for approximately 12 months.

7. Are candidates with degrees from foreign universities eligible?

• No, candidates who completed their engineering degrees in foreign countries are not eligible.

8. What is the starting salary/stipend for a TGC Cadet?

• During training at IMA Dehradun, cadets receive a fixed stipend of ₹56,100 per month. Upon successful commissioning, officers start at Pay Level 10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) plus MSP and applicable allowances.

9. Can married candidates apply for TGC-145?

• No, only unmarried male candidates are eligible. Candidates are also not allowed to marry during the 12-month training period.

10. What is the age limit for TGC-145?

• Applicants must be between 20 and 27 years old as of July 01, 2027 (Born between July 01, 2000, and June 30, 2007, both dates inclusive).

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