Are you an NCC 'C' certificate holder and want to serve the country as an officer? The Indian Army has officially invited applications for the Short Service Commission (Non-Technical) Main NCC Special Entry Scheme 124th course commencing in October 2026. This is a great opportunity for unmarried male candidates, including wards of battle casualties, to join the Armed Forces without any written entrance exam.

Registration is open now and will close on March 16, 2026. Read on for complete details on eligibility, salary, and the application process.

1. Overview of Indian Army NCC Special Entry 2026

2. Important Dates

3. Eligibility Criteria

4. Pay Scale & Benefits

5. Selection Process

6. How to Apply Online

7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

8. Important Links

Overview of Indian Army NCC Special Entry 2026

Organization: Indian Army
Post Name: SSC (Non-Technical) Men - NCC Special Entry
Total Vacancies: 70 Posts
Course: 124th Course (Oct 2026)
Application Fee: Nil,
Job Location: Anywhere in India

Important Dates

Mark your calendars to ensure you don't miss the deadline:

Notification Date: February 12, 2026
Online Registration Starts: February 12, 2026
Last Date to Apply: March 16, 2026 (03:00 PM),
Course Commencement: October 2026

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Indian Army NCC Special Entry 2026, candidates must meet the following requirements:

Nationality: Indian
Gender/Marital Status: Unmarried Male,
Age Limit: 19 to 25 years as of July 1, 2026. (Candidates must be born between July 2, 2001, and July 1, 2007).
Educational Qualification: A degree from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification.
Mandatory Requirement: Must possess an NCC 'C' Certificate.

Pay Scale & Benefits

Joining as a lieutenant offers an attractive salary and a path for rapid promotion. The starting pay scale is as follows:

Rank	Level	Pay Scale ( ₹)
Lieutenant	Level 10	56,100 - 177,500
Captain	Level 10B	61,300 - 1,93,
Major	Level 11	69,400 - 207,200
Lieutenant Colonel	Level 12A	121,200 - 212,400

In addition to the basic pay, officers receive Military Service Pay (MSP) of ₹ 15,500 and various other allowances.

Selection Process

Candidates will be selected based on a multi-stage process:

1. Shortlisting of Application: Based on eligibility and academic performance.

2. SSB Interview: Detailed psychological and physical testing.

3. Document Verification: Verification of original certificates.

4. Medical Examination: Conducted by military medical boards.

5. Merit List: Final selection based on performance in the SSB.

How to Apply Online

Follow these steps to complete your application on the official portal:

1. Visit the Website: Go to www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.

2. Registration: Click on 'Officer Entry Apply/Login' and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) if you haven't already.

3. Find the Link: Log in to your dashboard, click 'Apply Online', and select the Short Service Commission NCC Special Entry Course.

4. Fill Details: Enter personal, communication, and educational details carefully.

5. Submit: Review the summary of information and click 'Submit'.

6. Printout: Save and take two printouts of the application form. Note that your roll number will be generated 30 minutes after the final closure of the application window.