Indian Army NCC 123rd Special Entry (April 2026) Recruitment 2025
Indian Army NCC 123rd Special Entry (April 2026) Recruitment 2025
Post date : 08 August 2025
The Indian Army has invited applications for the NCC Special Entry Scheme — 123rd Course (April 2026) — for grant of Short Service Commission (Non-Technical). This route is specially for graduates who hold the NCC ‘C’ certificate (minimum ‘B’ grade) and want to join the Army as officers without taking a written UPSC exam. Below is a detailed, easy-to-follow blog covering important dates, vacancy details, eligibility, documents required, how to fill the online form, selection procedure, exam/SSB pattern and 5 FAQs — written in clear Indian English so you can use it as a blog post on your site.
Indian Army NCC 123rd Special Entry Recruitment 2025 Start
Indian Army NCC 123rd Special Entry Vacancy Detail
Important Dates
- Notofication Date : August 2025
- Application Start Date : 11 August 2025
- Application Last Date : 10 September 2025
- Course Start on : October 2025
- Application Start Date : 12 August 2025
- Application Last Date : 11 September 2025
- Course Start on : October 2025
- Admit Card : Notify Later
- Exam Date : Notify Later
- Result Date : Notify Later
Applicaton Fee
- For General/ OBC/ EWS : ₹ 00/-
- For SC/ ST/ : ₹00/-
- For PH : ₹ 00/-
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- Mobile Wallet
Age limite As On January 2025
- Minimun Age : 19 Years.
- Maximum Age Limit : 25 Years.
Age Relaxation:
- For more detail read the notification
Total Posts
- 76 Posts
Vacancy Detail
| Post | No. Of Post |
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| NCC Men (General) | 63 |
| NCC Women (General) | 05 |
| Wards of Battle Casualties (Men) | 07 |
| Wards of Battle Casualties (Women) | 01 |
Overview
Course: NCC Special Entry Scheme — 123rd Course (Apr 2026).
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Type of Commission: Short Service Commission (Non-Tech).
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Training Academy: Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai.
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Training Duration: ~49 weeks (course starts April 2026).
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Total Vacancies: 76 (Men + Women + Wards of battle casualties).
Post Name And Eligibility Criteria
Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
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Indian Army NCC 123rd Special Entry (April 2026) | Nationality: Citizen of India; certain categories of persons of Indian origin / subjects of Nepal are allowed as per notification. Educational qualification: Graduation degree from a recognised university with minimum 50% aggregate marks (for general applicants). Final year / semester students may be allowed to apply provisionally but must produce proof of passing the final exam by the date mentioned in the notification (usually by 01 Apr 2026). NCC requirement: Must hold NCC ‘C’ certificate with at least ‘B’ grade and have served minimum years in NCC as specified. Exception: Wards of battle casualties may be eligible even without NCC ‘C’ certificate (they must meet the educational requirement and submit requisite service/ward certificate). Always read the official notification paragraph for wards-of-battle-casualty rules. |
Documents Required
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| Photo | Passport-size coloured photograph (with white background). |
| Signature | Candidate’s signature scanned in required size (JPEG/PNG). |
| Fingerprint | Left thumb impression (if asked) |
| Identity Proof (Any One) |
👉 Must be valid and in the candidate’s name. |
| Educational Certificates |
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| Caste / Reservation Certificate |
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| Domicile Certificate/Other Certificates |
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How To Fill Online Form
- Visit the official portal:
joinindianarmy.nic.in→ “Officer Entry” → find the NCC Special Entry 123rd Course link (or direct notification link). Always use the official site.
- Read the full notification PDF carefully (eligibility, dates, documents, category wise vacancies, terms). Download and keep it for future reference.
- Register / Login: New users create an account (email + mobile). Keep a valid email and mobile active — notifications and call letters are sent by email/SMS.
- Fill personal details: Name, DOB, category, address, parent details, qualification details, NCC certificate details, etc. Be accurate: any mismatch may disqualify you later.
- Upload scanned documents: As per size and format required — passport photo, signature, degree/provisional certificate, NCC C-certificate, ID proof, caste certificate (if applicable). Follow naming rules and file size limits.
- Preview & confirm: Check every field. Once submitted, corrections may not be allowed.
- Submit application: If fee is NIL, finalise submission. If fee is applicable (rare), pay online and take screenshot / print confirmation.
- Print confirmation / application form: Save PDF and print two copies — you’ll need them at SSB and later.
Once submitted, changes may not be allowed, so double-check every entry before final submission.
Mode of selection
There is no written exam for NCC Special Entry. The selection process is:
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Shortlisting: Candidates are shortlisted online on the basis of graduation marks + NCC ‘C’ certificate grade (merit formula as per the notification). Shortlisted candidates are called for SSB.
SSB Interview (5 days): Two-stage SSB process:
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Stage I: Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) / Screening, Picture Perception and Description Test (PP&DT).
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Stage II: Psychological tests, Group Testing Officers (GTO) tasks, Personal Interview.
Candidates who clear Stage II are recommended.
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Medical Examination: Recommended candidates undergo a thorough medical exam at Command Hospitals / designated Army hospitals as per Army medical standards.
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Merit List & Joining: Final merit list prepared on SSB marks (and medical fitness) — joining letters issued in order of merit for the available vacancies. Training at OTA Chennai begins (April 2026).
Tip: Since there is no written test, work on:
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polishing your CV and NCC documents,
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improving interview and group task skills,
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practicing OIR/PP&DT and psychological test types,
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staying physically fit for medical/fitness tests.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online For Male | Registration | Log In |
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| Apply Online For Female | Registration | Log In |
| Download Notification | Male | Female |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Some Useful Important Questions
Q1 — Is there any written exam for NCC Special Entry (123rd)?
A: No — candidates are shortlisted on the basis of academic record and NCC ‘C’ certificate; shortlisted ones go directly to the 5-day SSB interview.
Q2 —Can final year students apply?
A: Yes, final year / semester students may be allowed to apply provisionally but must produce the passing certificate/degree by the date mentioned in the notification (usually before joining/training). Check the notification for the exact last date for submitting degree certificate.
Q3 —What NCC grade is required?
A: Minimum ‘B’ grade in NCC ‘C’ certificate for general applicants. Wards of battle casualties may have relaxations — read the notification.
Q4 —Is there an application fee?
A: Usually no fee for NCC Special Entry; but always confirm from the official notification.
A: Bring all original certificates (10th, graduation, NCC C certificate, caste/domicile if applicable, ID proof, two copies of application, passport photos). Incomplete documentation at SSB leads to rejection.
