Indian Army NCC Special Entry Women Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 19 years
• Maximum Age: 25 years as on 01-07-2026
• Born not earlier than 02-07-2001 and not later than 01-07-2007

NCC Special Entry Women Officers

• Graduate Degree from a recognized university
• Minimum 2-3 years service in NCC Senior Division/Wing
• Minimum 'B' Grade in NCC 'C' Certificate (for NCC category)
• Must be an unmarried female (including wives/wards of Battle Casualties)

Wards of Battle Casualties

• Graduate Degree from a recognized university
• NCC 'C' Certificate not required
• Battle Casualty Certificate issued by Manpower Directorate

Important Dates

• Online Application Opening: 13-02-2026
• Online Application Closing: 16-03-2026
• Course Start Date: 01-10-2026
• Last Date to Submit Graduation Degree Certificate: 01-10-2026

Application Fee

• All Categories: Nil

How to Apply

• Apply online if you meet the eligibility criteria.
• Submit the application before the deadline (16-03-2026).
• Use the Apply Online link in the Important Links section or visit the official Indian Army website to complete the application.
• Upload scanned documents (photograph, signature, and certificates) in the prescribed format.
• Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
• Review all details before final submission and keep a printout for future reference.

Selection Process

• Shortlisting based on NCC 'C' Certificate grades and graduation marks (maximum 100 marks: 50 for NCC performance, 50 for academics)
• Merit list prepared after bonus marks
• Shortlisted candidates called for SSB interviews
• Medical examination for SSB-recommended candidates
• Pre-Commission training at OTA, Chennai for 49 weeks
• Final merit list based on SSB marks and age

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Link provided in Important Links section
• Official Website: https://joinindianarmy.nic.in/
• Online Application: Start/Submit via the official portal