The Indian Army has released the notification inviting applications from eligible unmarried female candidates for grant of Short Service Commission (SSC) in the Technical Entry for the 67th SSC (Tech) Women Course commencing in October 2026 at Pre-Commissioning Training Academy (PCTA). This includes limited vacancies for widows of defence personnel.
Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed Indian Army SSC Tech Women Recruitment 2026 notification before applying to confirm eligibility criteria including age, qualification, marital status, and other requirements.
Indian Army SSC Tech Women Recruitment 2026
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| π’ Organization | Indian Army |
|---|---|
| πΌ Post Name | Short Service Commission (SSC) Tech Women - 67th Course (Oct 2026) |
| π Total Vacancies | 29 Posts (Main) + 02 for Widows |
| π― Age Limit | 20 - 27 Years (as on 01 Oct 2026) |
| π° Monthly Salary | Level-10: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Lieutenant) |
| π Minimum Qualification | B.E. / B.Tech in Relevant Engineering Stream |
| π³ Application Fee | Nil |
| π Selection Process | Shortlisting + SSB Interview + Medical Examination |
| π Job Location | All India |
| ⏰ Last Date | 04 February 2026 (03:00 PM) |
✅ Indian Army SSC Tech Women 2026 Vacancy Details:
| Engineering Stream | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 07 |
| Computer Science & Engineering / Computer Engineering | 04 |
| Electrical Engineering | 03 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 06 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 09 |
| Total (Main SSC Tech) | 29 |
| SSCW (Tech) for Widows | 01 |
| SSCW (Non-Tech) (Non-UPSC) for Widows | 01 |
✅ Indian Army SSC Tech Women 2026 Age Limit:
- Main Entry: 20 to 27 years as on 01 October 2026 (Born not earlier than 02 Oct 1999 and not later than 01 Oct 2006, both dates inclusive).
- For Widows of Defence Personnel: Up to 35 years as on 01 October 2026.
- No age relaxation for other categories.
✅ Indian Army SSC Tech Women 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational Qualification (Main SSC Tech): Passed B.E./B.Tech in specified engineering streams OR in final year (must produce degree certificate and marksheets by specified dates).
- For Widows (SSCW Tech): B.E./B.Tech in any engineering stream.
- For Widows (SSCW Non-Tech): Graduation in any discipline.
- Candidates must be unmarried (for main entry); widows must not have remarried.
- Only female candidates are eligible.
✅ Indian Army SSC Tech Women 2026 Selection Process:
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Shortlisting of Applications based on Marks |
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Centre Allotment & Choice of SSB Dates |
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SSB Interview (5 Days - Two Stage Procedure) |
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Medical Examination |
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Merit List & Issuance of Joining Letters |
✅ Indian Army SSC Tech Women 2026 Application Fee:
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Category |
Application Fee |
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All Candidates |
Nil (No Fee) |
✅ Indian Army SSC Tech Women 2026 Important Dates:
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Start of Online Application |
06 January 2026 (03:00 PM) |
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Last Date to Apply Online |
04 February 2026 (03:00 PM) |
✅ Indian Army SSC Tech Women 2026 Important Links:
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Detailed Notification |
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Indian Army Apply Online Portal |
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Join IndGovtJobs Alert Channels |
✅ How to Apply Indian Army SSC Tech Women Recruitment 2026:
Applications are accepted ONLINE only (except for widows of defence personnel who apply offline).
➢ Step 1: Visit www.joinindianarmy.nic.in from 06 January 2026.
➢ Step 2: Click on ‘Officer Entry Apply/Login’ and register (if not already registered).
➢ Step 3: Log in and click ‘Apply Online’ → Select Short Service Commission Technical Course.
➢ Step 4: Fill personal, education, communication, and previous SSB details carefully.
➢ Step 5: Save & Continue, review summary, and click ‘Submit’.
➢ Step 6: Take two printouts of the application (with Roll Number generated after closure).
For Widows: Send offline application with documents to Directorate General of Recruiting.

✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the total number of vacancies for main SSC Tech Women?
29 posts across specified engineering streams.
What is the age limit?
20 to 27 years as on 01 October 2026 for main entry.
What is the educational qualification required?
B.E./B.Tech in notified streams; final year candidates eligible with conditions.
What is the selection process?
Shortlisting based on marks, followed by SSB Interview and Medical Examination.
Is there any application fee?
No application fee for any category.
What are the important dates for application?
Online application starts on 06 January 2026 and closes on 04 February 2026 (03:00 PM).