Indian Army has invited online applications from unmarried male candidates for 90 posts under the 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES-57) for the course starting in July 2027. This entry leads to a Permanent Commission in the rank of Lieutenant after four years of training and an Engineering degree. Online applications are received on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in from 14 October 2026 (12:00 hrs) to 12 November 2026 (12:00 hrs). There is no application fee.
Army TES-57 Recruitment 2026 at a glance
| Entry name | 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES-57), July 2027 course |
|---|---|
| Recruiting body | Indian Army (Ministry of Defence) |
| Total posts | 90 (provisional) |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Application starts | 14 October 2026 (12:00 hrs) |
| Last date | 12 November 2026 (12:00 hrs) |
| Application fee | Nil for all candidates |
| Age limit | 16½ to 19½ years as on 1 July 2027 (born between 1 January 2008 and 1 January 2011, both days inclusive) |
| Qualification | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Maths (60% aggregate or more) and appeared in JEE (Mains) 2026 |
| Who can apply | Unmarried male candidates |
| Application portal | www.joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Vacancy details (90 posts)
| Entry | Gender | Posts | On commissioning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES-57) | Unmarried Male | 90 | Permanent Commission as Lieutenant (Pay Level 10: Rs 56,100 - 1,77,500) |
The number of posts is provisional and may change as per the organisational requirement of the Indian Army.
Age limit
Candidates must be between 16½ and 19½ years as on 1 July 2027 - that is, born not before 1 January 2008 and not after 1 January 2011 (both days inclusive).
Educational qualification
- Passed 10+2 examination or its equivalent with a minimum aggregate of 60% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics from recognised education boards.
- Candidate must have appeared in JEE (Mains) 2026. Shortlisting for the SSB interview is done on the basis of the JEE (Mains) 2026 Common Rank List (CRL).
Application fee
Nil for all candidates - no application fee is charged for TES-57.
Selection process
- Shortlisting of applications: Integrated HQ of MoD (Army) fixes a cut-off based on the JEE (Mains) 2026 CRL and other parameters. The cut-off percentage for shortlisting is tentatively published in the 4th week of November 2026. Shortlisted candidates log in to the website and select their SSB centre and date on a first-come-first-served basis.
- SSB interview: five-day, two-stage procedure at one of the Selection Centres - Prayagraj (UP), Bhopal (MP), Bengaluru (Karnataka) or Jalandhar (Punjab) - tentatively from February/March 2027 onwards. Candidates who fail Stage I are returned the same day.
- Medical examination: candidates recommended by the SSB undergo a medical examination at a Military Hospital.
- Merit list and joining letter: the final merit list is displayed on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in before induction for pre-commission training.
Training, stipend and commission
- Total training of 4 years (03+01) at the Cadet's Training Wing (CTW) and the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun.
- Stipend of Rs 56,100 per month during the one year at IMA.
- On successful completion, cadets are awarded an Engineering degree and granted a Permanent Commission in the Army in the rank of Lieutenant (Pay Level 10).
Important dates
Application starts: 14 October 2026 (12:00 hrs)
Last date to apply online: 12 November 2026 (12:00 hrs)
Cut-off % publication for shortlisting (tentative): 4th week of November 2026
SSB interview (tentative): February/March 2027 onwards
How to apply
- Open www.joinindianarmy.nic.in and click on Officer Entry Apply/Login, then Registration (register if you are a new user).
- Fill the online registration form carefully, read the instructions, and click Apply.
- Under the list of entries, open Technical Entry Scheme (TES-57) and click Apply to open the application form.
- Fill in your personal and educational details exactly as per your documents and upload the required scanned documents (see the list below).
- Check every entry carefully and submit the form - no fee payment is required.
- Take a printout of the submitted application with the roll number for reference.
Documents to keep ready
- Recent passport-size colour photograph
- Signature
- Class 10 certificate / marksheet (date of birth proof)
- Class 12 marksheet (Physics, Chemistry, Maths)
- JEE (Mains) 2026 admit card / score details
- Identity proof - Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Voter ID / Passport
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Important conditions
- Only unmarried male candidates are eligible; candidates must undertake not to marry until they complete their full training.
- Having appeared in JEE (Mains) 2026 is mandatory - applications of candidates who have not appeared are not considered.
- Incomplete online applications are rejected outright, with no intimation to the candidate.
- A candidate earlier withdrawn from NDA, OTA, IMA, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy or any service training academy on disciplinary grounds is not eligible.
- SSB centre and date, once selected after shortlisting, cannot be changed; allotment of Selection Centre is at the discretion of the Directorate General of Recruiting.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for Army TES-57?
Online applications close on 12 November 2026 at 12:00 hrs on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in. The window opened on 14 October 2026.
How many posts are there in TES-57?
90 posts (provisional) for the 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme course starting July 2027.
What is the application fee for TES-57?
Nil - no application fee is charged from any candidate.
What qualification is needed for Army TES-57?
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics with at least 60% aggregate marks, and the candidate must have appeared in JEE (Mains) 2026. Age must be 16½ to 19½ years as on 1 July 2027.
Can female candidates apply for TES-57?
No. As per the official notification, TES-57 is open to unmarried male candidates only.
Where do I apply for Army TES-57?
Online at www.joinindianarmy.nic.in, the official website of the Directorate General of Recruiting, Indian Army.
Official Notification
Read the complete official TES-57 notification here:
Official links
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