Indian Army NCC Special Entry 125th Course (Apr 2027) Women Notification, Eligibility, Salary, & Apply Online
The Indian Army has officially released the NCC Special Entry Scheme 125th Course (April 2027) notification for 06 Short Service Commission (Women) vacancies. Eligible female graduates with an NCC 'C' certificate can apply online by August 21, 2026.
Published: 30 Jul 2026· 🎓 Any Graduate· ⏳ Last date: 21 Aug 2026
The Indian Army has released the official recruitment notification for the NCC Special Entry Scheme 125th Course (Commencing April 2027) for Short Service Commission (NT) Women, including Wards of Battle Casualties of Indian Army Personnel. Eligible and interested female candidates can review the eligibility criteria, selection process, salary structure, and application details below.
Important Dates and Overview
| Event / Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Name | NCC Special Entry Scheme 125th Course (Apr 2027) |
| Entry Type | Short Service Commission (NT) Women |
| Total Vacancies | 06 (05 General + 01 for Wards of Battle Casualties) |
| Age Limit | 19 to 25 Years (as of 01 January 2027) |
| Date of Birth Range | Born between 02 Jan 2002 and 01 Jan 2008 (both dates inclusive) |
| SSB Dates Selection Window | September 2026 (Open for 14 Days) |
| Shortlisting Announcement | 1st Week of September 2026 |
| SSB Interview Dates | November / December 2026 (5 Days) |
| Training Commencement | April 2027 |
| Training Academy | Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai |
| Stipend during Training | ₹56,100/- per month |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Nationality
Candidate must either be:
- A Citizen of India, OR
- A subject of Nepal, OR
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Note: Candidates belonging to Nepal/migrated categories must possess a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India (not required for Gorkha subjects of Nepal).
2. Marital Status
- Unmarried Women candidates are eligible to apply.
3. Educational Qualification & NCC Service
| Category | Graduation Requirement | NCC Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| NCC ‘C’ Certificate Holders (General Category) | Min. 50% aggregate marks in Graduation Degree. Final year students can also apply (must complete degree by 01 Apr 2027). | Min. 2/3 years service in Senior Division/Wing of NCC & Min. ‘B’ Grade in NCC ‘C’ Exam. |
| Wards of Battle Casualties | Min. 50% aggregate marks in Graduation Degree. Final year students eligible. | NOT Required |
Vacancies Distribution
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| NCC Women (General Category) | 05 |
| Wards of Battle Casualties (Army Personnel) | 01 |
| Total | 06 |
Terms of Service & Commission
- Type of Commission: Short Service Commission (SSC) for 10 years, extendable by 4 years (total up to 14 years).
- Permanent Commission (PC): Officers can be considered for PC in their 10th year of service based on eligibility and suitability.
- Pre-Commission Training: 49 weeks at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai starting April 2027.
Selection Process
| Stage | Process Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Shortlisting of Applications: Based on aggregate percentage of marks in Graduation. |
| Stage 2 | SSB Interview: 5-day selection process conducted at Selection Centres (Allahabad, Bhopal, Bengaluru, Kapurthala). |
| Stage 3 | Medical Examination: Recommended candidates undergo medical tests. |
| Stage 4 | Merit List & Joining: Prepared based on SSB marks. |
Pay Scale, Allowances & Benefits
Pay Scale by Rank
| Rank | Level | Pay Matrix (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Lieutenant | Level 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Captain | Level 10B | ₹61,300 – ₹1,93,900 |
| Major | Level 11 | ₹69,400 – ₹2,07,200 |
| Lieutenant Colonel | Level 12A | ₹1,21,200 – ₹2,12,400 |
| Colonel | Level 13 | ₹1,30,600 – ₹2,15,900 |
| Brigadier | Level 13A | ₹1,39,600 – ₹2,17,600 |
| Major General | Level 14 | ₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200 |
| Lieutenant General (HAG Scale) | Level 15 | ₹1,82,200 – ₹2,24,100 |
| Lieutenant General (HAG+ Scale) | Level 16 | ₹2,05,400 – ₹2,24,400 |
| VCOAS / Army Commander / Lt Gen (NFSG) | Level 17 | ₹2,25,000 (Fixed) |
| COAS (Chief of Army Staff) | Level 18 | ₹2,50,000 (Fixed) |
Additional Allowances & Benefits
| Allowance / Facility | Amount / Details |
|---|---|
| Military Service Pay (MSP) | ₹15,500/- per month (Lt to Brig) |
| Stipend during Training | ₹56,100/- per month |
| Dress Allowance | ₹20,000/- per year |
| Children Education Allowance (CEA) | ₹2,250/- per month per child (up to 2 children) |
| Hostel Subsidy | ₹6,750/- per month per child (up to 2 children) |
| Insurance Cover (AGIF) | ₹1.25 Crore |
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.
- Click on ‘Officer Entry Application/ Login’ and complete registration.
- Go to Dashboard and click on ‘Apply Online’.
- Select ‘Short Service Commission NCC Special Entry Course’ and fill in your details.
- Verify details and click ‘Submit’.
- Take two printouts of the application form with generated Roll Number.
Documents Required at SSB Interview
- Printout of online application signed with photograph.
- Matriculation / 10th Certificate (Date of Birth Proof).
- 12th Class Certificate and Marksheet.
- Graduation Degree / Provisional Degree Certificate & Semester Marksheets.
- Original NCC ‘C’ Certificate.
- CGPA to Percentage Conversion Certificate.
- Additional documents for Wards of Battle Casualties (Battle Casualty Certificate, Part II Order, etc.).
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