The Indian Army has officially released the TES-56 (Technical Entry Scheme) Recruitment 2026 Notification for candidates who want to join the Army as an officer after 12th.
This is a golden opportunity for 10+2 (PCM) students to get a Permanent Commission in Indian Army with engineering training and high salary package.
Through this entry, selected candidates will undergo 4 years of training and later be commissioned as Lieutenant Officers in the Indian Army.
👉 Official details available here: Latest goverment jobs
📊 Vacancy Details
- Total Vacancies: 90 Posts
- Vacancies may increase or decrease as per requirement
📅 Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 13 May 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 12 June 2026
📍 Job Location
- Across India (Training + Posting)
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (PCM)
- Minimum 60% aggregate marks in PCM
- Must have appeared in JEE Mains 2026
Nationality
Candidate must be:
- Citizen of India / Nepal
- Or Person of Indian Origin (as per rules)
🎯 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 16.5 years
- Maximum Age: 19.5 years
👉 Candidate should be born between:
- 01 July 2007 to 01 July 2010 (inclusive)
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💰 Salary Details
During Training
- ₹56,100 per month (stipend)
After Commission
- Starting Salary: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level 10)
- Approx CTC: ₹17–18 Lakh per year
Additional Benefits
- Military Service Pay (MSP)
- Free medical facilities
- Travel allowance
- Uniform allowance
- Risk & hardship allowance
🏫 Training Details
- Total Duration: 4 Years (3+1)
- Training Institutes:
- Cadet Training Wings (CTW)
- Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun
Degree
- Engineering Degree will be awarded after completion
🎖️ Rank After Training
- Commissioned as Lieutenant in Indian Army
🧪 Selection Process
Selection will be done in following stages:
- Application Screening
- Shortlisting (based on JEE Mains)
- SSB Interview (5 Days)
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
📄 Documents Required
- 10th Certificate (DOB proof)
- 12th Marksheet
- JEE Mains Scorecard
- ID Proof
- Passport size photos
🖥️ How to Apply
Follow these steps:
- Visit official website
👉 https://joinindianarmy.nic.in - Click on Online Application
- Fill all required details
- Submit the form
- Take printout for future use
⚠️ Important Instructions
- Only unmarried male candidates can apply
- Candidates must not marry during training
- Only one application allowed
- Incorrect details may lead to rejection
- Carry documents during SSB
🏃 Physical Requirements (Minimum)
- 2.4 km run in 10 min 30 sec
- 40 push-ups
- 6 pull-ups
- 30 sit-ups
📈 Career Growth
Promotion hierarchy:
- Lieutenant
- Captain
- Major
- Lieutenant Colonel
- Colonel and above
FAQs
Q1. Total vacancies?
👉 90 posts
Q2. Qualification required?
👉 12th PCM + JEE Mains
Q3. Salary after joining?
👉 ₹56,100 + allowances
Q4. Selection process?
👉 SSB Interview
Q5. Application mode?
👉 Online
Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026 is one of the best opportunities for young students who want to build a career in defence.
With high salary, engineering degree, and officer rank, this entry provides both respect and career growth.
👉 Apply before last date and start your journey in Indian Army.
