The Indian Army has released the notification for NCC Special Entry Scheme 124th Course (October 2026). This entry allows unmarried male and female NCC candidates (including wards of battle casualties of Army personnel) to join the Indian Army as commissioned officers without appearing for the written exam.
Selected candidates will undergo training at the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai.
Indian Army NCC 124th Course 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Army |
| Entry Name | NCC Special Entry 124th Course |
| Course Commencement | October 2026 |
| Training Academy | OTA Chennai |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting + SSB Interview |
| Written Exam | Not Required |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 13 February 2026 |
| Last Date | 16 March 2026 |
| Course Start On | October 2026 |
| Exam Date | Notify Soon |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Result Date | Will Be Updated Here Soon |
Vacancy Details
| Vacancy Details | |
| Post Name | Total Post |
| NCC Men | 63 |
| NCC Women | 05 |
| Wards Battle Casualties | 07 |
| Wards Battle Casualties | 01 |
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks
- Must have NCC ‘C’ Certificate
- Minimum B Grade in NCC ‘C’ Certificate
Final year students may apply subject to conditions.
Age Limit
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 19 Years |
| Maximum Age | 25 Years |
| Date Range | As per notification |
Selection Process
- Shortlisting of Applications
- SSB Interview (5 Days)
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
No written exam is conducted under NCC Special Entry.
Training Details
- Training Duration: 49 Weeks
- Training Location: OTA Chennai
- On successful completion, candidates are granted Short Service Commission (SSC) in the Indian Army.
Salary / Pay Scale
| Rank | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Lieutenant | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level 10) |
Additional Benefits:
- Military Service Pay
- Field Area Allowance
- Free Medical Facilities
- Canteen & Housing Benefits
IMPORTANT LINKS
| Apply Online Link (Male) | Registration | Login Link Activate On 13 February 2026 |
| Apply Online Link (Female) | Registration | Login Link Activate On 13 February 2026 |
| Check Official Notification | Male | Female |
| Indian Army Official Website | Click Here |
How to Apply Online – Indian Army NCC 124th Entry
- Visit the official Indian Army recruitment portal
- Click on NCC Special Entry 124th Course
- Register/Login
- Fill application form carefully
- Submit and take printout
Important Instructions
- Only NCC ‘C’ certificate holders eligible
- Applications are shortlisted based on academic & NCC performance
- SSB interview is mandatory
- No application fee required