Indian Army SSC Technical 67th Men Recruitment 2026 – 350+ Vacancies | Full Guide, Eligibility, SSB Process & How to Apply

The Indian Army has officially opened applications for the SSC (Technical) 67th Men Course (April 2026). This recruitment is meant for unmarried male engineering graduates who want to join as Short Service Commission officers in the Indian Army. A total of 350 regular vacancies are announced for men, plus 29 posts for SSCW (Technical) – Women and 2 posts for widows of defence personnel, making the overall figure around 381 posts (the commonly quoted number is 350+ for men).

The online registration window is open from 7 January 2026 to 5 February 2026 (up to 11:59 PM) on the official portal joinindianarmy.nic.in. There is no application fee and no written examination — shortlisting is done purely on the basis of cut-off percentage in B.E. / B.Tech, followed by the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview and medical examination.

This is a very prestigious and sought-after entry for engineering graduates aged 20–27 years who want to serve the nation, wear the uniform, lead troops, gain tremendous discipline and leadership experience, and enjoy excellent pay, perks and post-service resettlement benefits.

Important Dates – SSC (Tech) 67 Men 2026

Event	Date / Status
Online Registration Start	7 January 2026
Last Date for Online Application	5 February 2026 (11:59 PM)
Shortlisting & Cut-off Percentage Release	February–March 2026 (tentative)
SSB Interview Call Letters (via email)	March–April 2026 (tentative)
SSB Interviews (Batch-wise)	March–July 2026 (tentative)
Medical Examination	During / after SSB
Final Merit List & Allotment	August–October 2026 (tentative)
Course Commencement (Pre-Commission Training)	April 2026 (at IMA / OTA)

Note: Dates are based on the official notification pattern. Always check joinindianarmy.nic.in for exact updates, as SSB dates are announced batch-wise.

Vacancy & Stream-wise Distribution (SSC Tech 67 Men)

Total posts for men: 350 (tentative final figure after backlog / revision)

Engineering Stream-wise vacancies (approximate):

Engineering Stream	Vacancies (Men)	Common Eligible Degrees
Mechanical	~101	Mechanical, Production, Automobile, Industrial, Manufacturing, Aeronautical, Aerospace, Avionics
Civil	~75	Civil, Building Construction Technology, Architecture
Electronics	~64	Electronics, Electronics & Telecom, Electronics & Communication, Telecommunication, Micro Electronics & Microwave, Opto Electronics, Satellite Communication
Computer Science / IT	~60	Computer Science & Engineering, Computer Technology, Information Technology, M.Sc. Computer Science
Electrical	~33	Electrical, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics & Instrumentation, Instrumentation
Miscellaneous	~17	Chemical, Metallurgy, Bio-Medical, Bio-Technology, Textile, Mining, Nuclear, Laser, Transportation, Explosive, Plastic, Rubber, Food Technology, Remote Sensing, Agriculture, Ballistics

Women (SSCW Tech-38): ~29 posts (similar streams) Widows of Defence Personnel: 2 posts (1 Technical + 1 Non-Technical)

Note: Exact stream-wise and category-wise (UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS) numbers are given in the detailed notification PDF.

Age Limit (as on 01 April 2026)

Category	Minimum Age	Maximum Age	Born Between (approx)
General / OBC / EWS	20 years	27 years	02 April 1999 – 01 April 2006
SC / ST	20 years	32 years	02 April 1994 – 01 April 2006
Widows of Defence Personnel	20 years	29–35 years (category-wise)	–

Important:

• Age is calculated as on 01 April 2026 (first day of the month in which course commences)
• No relaxation in upper age limit for general candidates
• Final cut-off dates are strictly applied

Educational Qualification & Experience

Post Name: SSC (Technical) – 67 Men (and SSCW Tech-38 Women)

Minimum Qualification:

• B.E. / B.Tech degree in any of the notified engineering streams
• Minimum 60% aggregate marks in qualifying degree (no percentage relaxation except for reserved categories in some cases)
• Final-year / semester students can apply if they are appearing in last semester and have no backlogs

Stream Eligibility:

• Candidates must possess degree in one of the notified streams listed above
• Equivalent degrees are accepted if recognized by AICTE / UGC

Marital Status:

• Unmarried male candidates only (for SSC Tech Men)
• Unmarried female candidates + widows of defence personnel (for SSCW Tech)

Nationality:

• Indian nationals only

Selection Process – SSC Tech 67 2026

There is no written exam. Selection is merit-based and interview-based.

1. Shortlisting
   • Purely on cut-off percentage in B.E. / B.Tech
   • Higher % = higher chance of getting SSB call
   • Cut-off varies every year (usually 70–80%+ for general, lower for reserved)
2. Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview
   • 5-day process at one of the SSB centres
   • Day 1: Screening – Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) test + Picture Perception & Description Test (PPDT)
   • Day 2: Psychological Tests (TAT, WAT, SRT, Self-Description)
   • Day 3 & 4: GTO Tasks (Group Discussion, Group Planning, Progressive Group Tasks, Half Group Tasks, Individual Obstacles, Command Task, Lecturette, Final Group Task) + Personal Interview
   • Day 5: Conference (board decides suitability)
3. Medical Examination
   • Conducted at Military Hospitals after SSB
   • 3–5 days (Appeal / Review Medical Board possible if unfit)
4. Final Merit List
   • Based on SSB marks (only recommended candidates)
   • Allotment of service / arm based on merit rank and vacancies

Salary & Pay Scale After Commissioning

Rank on Commissioning: Lieutenant (Level 10 – 7th Pay Commission)

• Starting Basic Pay: ₹56,100
• Military Service Pay (MSP): ₹15,500
• Approximate in-hand salary: ₹80,000 – ₹1,00,000 per month (depending on posting & allowances)
• Annual CTC: ₹12–15 lakh in starting years

Major Allowances

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• Field Area / High Altitude / Counter Insurgency Allowance
• Kit Maintenance Allowance
• Transport Allowance
• Ration in kind / Ration Money
• Free medical facilities for self & family
• Canteen facilities
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Pension under NPS
• Group insurance, concessional loans, children education allowance

Career Progression

• Captain: after 2 years
• Major: after 6 years
• Lt Colonel: after ~13 years
• Promotions continue to Colonel, Brigadier, Major General and above based on service, vacancies and performance

How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step Guide

1. Visit official website: joinindianarmy.nic.in
2. Click on “Officers Entry Apply/Login”
3. Register with valid mobile number & email ID
4. Verify OTP
5. Fill personal details, education, engineering stream, preferred SSB centre
6. Upload recent passport-size photo & signature
7. Preview the application carefully
8. Submit the form and take printout of application / registration number

Note: There is no application fee. Keep Aadhaar number, engineering marksheets, mobile and email active. Fill name, father name, DOB exactly as per degree certificate.

Documents Required During SSB & Medical

• Printout of online application
• Original engineering degree / provisional certificate & marksheets
• 10th & 12th marksheets & certificates
• Caste / category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS – if applicable)
• PwBD certificate (if applicable)
• Aadhaar card / any government photo ID
• Recent passport-size photographs
• Character certificate (later stage)

Keep originals and self-attested photocopies ready.

Preparation Tips for SSC Tech SSB Interview

The SSB is 5 days long and tests Officer Like Qualities (OLQs) — no academic written exam.

Day 1 – Screening

• OIR Test: Verbal & non-verbal reasoning practice
• PPDT: Write positive story, narrate confidently, discuss in group

Psychological Tests

• TAT: Write practical, positive stories
• WAT: Respond with short positive sentences
• SRT: Choose realistic actions
• Self-Description: Honest & balanced

GTO Tasks

• Group Discussion: Speak logically, listen to others
• Group Planning: Suggest practical solutions
• Progressive Group Tasks: Show teamwork, courage
• Lecturette: Speak confidently for 3 minutes on given topic
• Individual Obstacles: Complete maximum in time
• Command Task: Lead small group confidently

Personal Interview

• Be honest, confident and natural
• Know your bio-data, hobbies, current affairs, why Army

Best books & practice

• SSB Interview by Dr. N.K. Natarajan
• Let’s Crack SSB Interview by SSBCrack
• Previous year GD topics & Lecturette topics
• Join mock SSB coaching (optional but helpful)

Some Useful Important Links
Apply Online		Click Here
Download Notification		Click Here
Official Website		Click Here

Final Advice for Engineering Graduates

SSC (Technical) 67 Men 2026 with 350+ vacancies is a direct entry to become a Commissioned Officer in the Indian Army without any written exam. Shortlisting is on B.E./B.Tech percentage, so candidates with 70%+ marks have a strong chance of getting SSB call.

Start physical fitness training now (running, pull-ups, push-ups, obstacle practice). Read newspapers daily. Prepare your bio-data thoroughly. Apply early (7 January – 5 February 2026) to avoid last-minute server issues.