Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026: Apply for 90 Posts

📅 Posted: 13/05/2026 📝 Updated: 13/05/2026

Total Vacancy90

SalaryLevel 10 (₹56,100–₹1,77,500) as Lieutenant [CTC approx. ₹17–18 Lakh/Year; Stipend ₹56,100/Month during IMA training]

LocationAll India

Last Date12/06/2026

Short Information: If you have scored 60% or above in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) in Class 12th and appeared in JEE Mains 2026, Indian Army's Technical Entry Scheme (TES-56) is one of the most structured officer-entry routes available to 12th-pass male candidates today. Unlike NDA which requires a separate UPSC exam, TES is based on your JEE Mains performance — a score you may already have. The course commences in January 2027 at the Cadet Training Wings (CME Pune, MCTE Mhow, MCEME Secunderabad) for 3 years, followed by 1 year at IMA Dehradun. On successful completion, you receive an Engineering Degree and are commissioned as a Lieutenant with a starting CTC of approximately ₹17–18 Lakhs per annum (Pay Level 10). During the final year at IMA, you receive a stipend of ₹56,100 per month. The commission is Permanent Commission — meaning full career in the Indian Army with structured promotions from Lieutenant all the way to General. Majority of TES officers are commissioned into the Corps of Engineers, Corps of Signals, and Corps of Electronics & Mechanical Engineers. Applications open on 13 May 2026 and close on 12 June 2026. Only unmarried male candidates born between 02 July 2006 and 01 July 2009 (both inclusive) are eligible.

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Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026 2026Important Dates

Notification Released	13/05/2026
Application Begin	13/05/2026
Last Date to Apply	12/06/2026
Pay Exam Fee Last Date	N/A (No Fee)
SSB Interview	To be notified (Tentatively Aug–Sep 2026)
Course Commencement	January 2027

Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026 2026Application Fee

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Payment: N/A (No Application Fee)

Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026: Apply for 90 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit

Age Limit: 16½ to 19½ Years — Born between 02/07/2006 and 01/07/2009 (both inclusive) as on 01 Jan 2027

(No age relaxation applicable — fixed birth date window: 02 July 2006 to 01 July 2009 (both days inclusive), Only unmarried male candidates are eligible)

Post Name	Course	Total Posts	Eligibility
Gentleman Cadet (Lieutenant on Commission)	TES-56 (Jan 2027)	90	12th PCM ≥60% + JEE Mains 2026 + Unmarried Male, Age 16½–19½ yrs
Total Vacancy		90
Note: Vacancies are provisional and subject to increase/decrease based on training capacity at Cadet Training Wings.

Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026Eligibility Criteria

Only UNMARRIED MALE candidates are eligible. Candidates who marry after application or during training will be discharged.
Age: Candidate must not be born before 02 July 2006 and not after 01 July 2009 (both days inclusive) — i.e., aged 16½ to 19½ years as on 01 January 2027.
Educational Qualification: Passed 10+2 (or equivalent) with a minimum aggregate of 60% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) from a recognized education board. PCM percentage must be exact up to two decimals — do NOT round off.
Must have appeared in JEE (Mains) 2026 for B.E./B.Tech courses. JEE Mains Application Number is mandatory at the time of filling the online application.
Nationality: Must be an Indian Citizen, or a subject of Nepal, or a person of Indian origin from specified countries with a valid Govt. of India eligibility certificate (not required for Gorkha subjects of Nepal).
Candidate must NOT have been debarred from any UPSC examination.
Candidate must NOT have been arrested/convicted by a criminal court or involved in any court case.
Candidate must NOT have been withdrawn from NDA, OTA, IMA, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy or any service training academy on disciplinary grounds.
Revised mark sheets issued by a Board/University after the last date of online application will NOT be accepted for this course.

Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure

Post Name	Salary Level
Gentleman Cadet (during IMA — Year 4 only)	Stipend: ₹56,100/month
Lieutenant (on commissioning)	Level 10: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 + MSP ₹15,500/month
Captain	Level 10B: ₹61,300 – ₹1,93,900 + MSP ₹15,500/month
Major	Level 11: ₹69,400 – ₹2,07,200 + MSP ₹15,500/month
Lieutenant Colonel	Level 12A: ₹1,21,200 – ₹2,12,400 + MSP ₹15,500/month
Colonel	Level 13: ₹1,30,600 – ₹2,15,900 + MSP ₹15,500/month
Brigadier	Level 13A: ₹1,39,600 – ₹2,17,600 + MSP ₹15,500/month
Major General	Level 14: ₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200

Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026Selection Process Steps

Step 1 — Online Application on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in (13 May 2026 to 12 Jun 2026)
Step 2 — Shortlisting based on JEE Mains 2026 CRL (Common Rank List) cut-off fixed by IHQ MoD (Army). No reasons communicated.
Step 3 — SSB Interview (5 days) at one of 4 Selection Centres: Prayagraj (UP), Bhopal (MP), Bengaluru (Karnataka), or Jalandhar (Punjab). Two-stage SSB: Stage I (OIR + PPDT) → Stage II (GTO + Psychology + Interview). Those failing Stage I returned on Day 1.
Step 4 — Medical Examination at nearest Military Hospital for SSB-recommended candidates.
Step 5 — Merit List prepared based on SSB marks only. JEE Mains rank used only for shortlisting, NOT for final merit.
Step 6 — Joining Letters issued to medically fit, merit-listed candidates subject to available vacancies.
Step 7 — Physical Standards check on arrival at Cadet Training Wings (CTW).
Step 8 — 4-Year Training: 3 years at CTW (CME Pune / MCTE Mhow / MCEME Secunderabad) + 1 year at IMA Dehradun.
Step 9 — Commissioning as Lieutenant with Permanent Commission and award of Engineering Degree.

Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026Detailed Exam Pattern

Recruitment Details: Selection Process Overview

Mode: No written exam by Army. Shortlisting is based on JEE Mains 2026 CRL rank.
Negative Marking: No negative marking mentioned in official notification for Army's own selection. JEE Mains follows NTA's own marking scheme.
SSB Duration: 5 days at one of 4 Selection Centres.
Merit Basis: Final merit prepared on SSB marks ONLY — JEE rank, NCC, academics have NO role in final merit.
Training Duration: 4 years (3 years CTW + 1 year IMA, Dehradun).
Commission Type: Permanent Commission in the rank of Lieutenant.

Recruitment Table: SSB Interview Structure (5 Days)

Stage	Tests Conducted	Day
Stage I	Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) + Picture Perception & Discussion Test (PPDT)	Day 1
Stage II	Psychological Tests (TAT, WAT, SRT, SDT)	Day 2
Stage II	Group Testing Officer (GTO) Tasks — GD, GPE, PGT, HGT, IOT, Command Task, FGT	Day 3–4
Stage II	Personal Interview by Interviewing Officer (IO)	Day 2–4
Stage II	Conference (Final Board)	Day 5

Recruitment Table: Minimum Physical Standards on Arrival at CTW

Activity	Minimum Standard (Male Officer Cadet)
2.4 Km Run	10 Minutes 30 Seconds
Push Up	40 Reps
Pull Up	06 Reps
Sit Up	30 Reps
Squats	Two Sets of 30 Repetitions
Lunges	Two Sets of 10 Repetitions
Swimming	Should know fundamentals of swimming

Recruitment Info: Medical & Physical Fitness

Candidates must pass Medical Examination at nearest Military Hospital after SSB recommendation.
Medical proceedings are confidential. Directorate General of Recruiting has no role in Medical Boards.
Candidates declared UNFIT at any stage of TES medical are also considered UNFIT for NDA (and vice versa) if applying parallelly.
For detailed medical standards for Officer Entry, visit: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.
Permanent Body Tattoos: Refer to official Tattoo Policy at www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.
Minimum physical standards (2.4 km run, push-ups, pull-ups, sit-ups, squats, lunges, swimming) must be achieved on arrival at Cadet Training Wings.

Recruitment Table: Engineering Streams & Parent Arms by Cadet Training Wing (CTW)

CTW Location	Engineering Stream	Parent Arm
CTW CME, Pune	Civil & Mechanical Engineering	Corps of Engineers
CTW MCTE, Mhow	Telecom & IT Engineering (Dual Degree)	Corps of Signals
CTW MCEME, Secunderabad	Electronics & Mechanical Engineering	Corps of Electronics & Mechanical Engineers (EME)

Recruitment Table: Rank-wise Promotion Timeline

Rank	Promotion Criteria
Lieutenant	On Commissioning
Captain	On completion of 02 years reckonable commission service
Major	On completion of 06 years reckonable commission service
Lieutenant Colonel	On completion of 13 years reckonable commission service
Colonel (TS)	On completion of 26 years reckonable commission service
Colonel / Brigadier / Major General / Lt General / General	On selection basis subject to requisite service conditions

Recruitment Table: Army Group Insurance (AGI) Cover — Gentleman Cadets

Stage	Insurance Cover	Premium
During Pre-Commission Training (3 years)	₹15 Lakh (100% disability)	₹7,200 one-time non-refundable
When in receipt of stipend (IMA year)	₹1 Crore (as applicable to Regular Army Officers)	₹10,000/month
Note:Insurance details are subject to revision as per Army Group Insurance Fund rules.

Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026Subject-wise Syllabus Topics

There is no separate Army-conducted written exam for TES-56. Shortlisting is based on JEE Mains 2026 CRL. Candidates must prepare for JEE Mains (B.E./B.Tech paper) conducted by NTA. The following topics are covered in JEE Mains Paper 1.

📚 Physics

Mechanics (Laws of Motion, Work, Energy, Power, Rotational Motion)
Thermodynamics
Electrostatics & Current Electricity
Magnetic Effects of Current & Magnetism
Electromagnetic Induction & AC
Optics (Ray & Wave)
Modern Physics (Photoelectric Effect, Atoms & Nuclei)
Semiconductor Devices

📚 Chemistry

Physical Chemistry: Mole Concept, Thermodynamics, Equilibrium, Electrochemistry, Chemical Kinetics
Inorganic Chemistry: Periodic Table, Chemical Bonding, s-block, p-block, d-block Elements
Organic Chemistry: Basic Concepts, Hydrocarbons, Haloalkanes, Alcohols, Aldehydes, Amines, Biomolecules, Polymers

📚 Mathematics

Algebra: Complex Numbers, Quadratic Equations, Sequences & Series, Permutations & Combinations, Binomial Theorem, Matrices & Determinants
Calculus: Limits, Continuity, Differentiation, Application of Derivatives, Integrals, Differential Equations
Coordinate Geometry: Straight Lines, Circles, Parabola, Ellipse, Hyperbola
Trigonometry
3D Geometry & Vectors
Statistics & Probability

📚 SSB Interview Preparation (Expected)

Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) — Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning
Picture Perception & Discussion Test (PPDT)
Thematic Apperception Test (TAT)
Word Association Test (WAT)
Situation Reaction Test (SRT)
Self Description Test (SDT)
Group Testing Officer (GTO) Tasks — Group Discussion, Military Planning Exercise, Progressive Group Tasks
Personal Interview — Current Affairs, General Knowledge, Self-awareness, Leadership Qualities

Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026How to Apply

Visit the official Indian Army Recruiting website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.
Navigate to the 'Officer Entry' section and click on TES-56 (Jan 2027) course link.
Register and fill in personal, educational (exact PCM% up to 2 decimals — do not round off), and JEE Mains 2026 Application Number details.
Submit the online application before 12 June 2026 at 12:00 hrs.
After successful submission, a confirmation dialog box will appear. Print out of the application with Roll Number will be available 30 minutes after closing of online applications.
Print TWO copies of the application. One self-attested copy to be carried to SSB. Retain the second copy for reference.
Do NOT send any hard copy of the application to Directorate General of Recruiting.
Submit only ONE application. Multiple applications from the same candidate result in cancellation of candidature.
Carry the following documents to SSB: 10th Certificate & Mark Sheet (DOB proof), 12th Certificate & Mark Sheet, JEE Mains 2026 result copy, ID proof in original, and 20 self-attested passport-size photographs.
For queries, use only the 'Feedback/Queries' option on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in. Queries received up to 3 days before closing will be entertained.

Recruitment Note: About Indian Army & TES Entry

The Indian Army is one of the world's largest standing armies, with a strength of over 1.4 million active personnel. Established formally in 1895 and restructured post-independence in 1947, it operates under the Indian Ministry of Defence and is commanded by the Chief of Army Staff (COAS). The Directorate General of Recruiting (DGR) manages officer and soldier entry across multiple schemes. The 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES) is a flagship officer-entry route designed specifically for science stream students who have appeared in JEE Mains. Introduced to attract technically qualified youth into the officer cadre, TES offers a rare combination: a fully funded 4-year Engineering degree from a JNU-affiliated military institution, Permanent Commission in the Indian Army, and an immediate rank of Lieutenant on passing out. Since its inception, TES has produced thousands of technically proficient officers who serve across Corps of Engineers, Signals, and EME — the backbone of India's military technical infrastructure. The TES-56 course commencing January 2027 continues this tradition.

Recruitment Note: Job Profile — Gentleman Cadet to Lieutenant (TES Officer)

A TES-commissioned Lieutenant in the Indian Army begins their career as a technical officer in one of three primary corps: Corps of Engineers (infrastructure, bridging, construction, field engineering), Corps of Signals (communications, electronic warfare, satellite systems), or Corps of Electronics & Mechanical Engineers — EME (maintenance of weapons, vehicles, equipment, and armoured systems). The role demands technical expertise combined with leadership — commanding a team of soldiers, planning and executing operations, and ensuring equipment readiness in peace stations and field areas alike. Posting locations span from high-altitude border posts in Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh to plains and urban military stations. Career progression is time-bound till Colonel and then merit-based — offering a structured, transparent trajectory unavailable in most civilian engineering careers. Officers also get exposure to specialized courses, foreign training opportunities, and UN Peacekeeping missions.

Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Salary

TES-commissioned Army officers receive a comprehensive benefits package beyond the basic pay and Military Service Pay (MSP of ₹15,500/month fixed up to Brigadier). Key perks include: Free Medical coverage for the officer and dependents at military hospitals; Government accommodation (Type-based quarters) or HRA; Leave Travel Concession (LTC) — free rail/air travel to home town once a year; Children's Education Allowance of ₹2,812.50/month per child (up to 2 children) and Hostel Subsidy of ₹8,438/month per child; Dress Allowance of ₹25,000/year; Transport Allowance (₹7,200+DA in higher TPTA cities); Risk & Hardship Allowances (Siachen, High Altitude, Field Area, Flying, Para, etc.) ranging from ₹1,500 to ₹53,125/month; Army Group Insurance cover of ₹1 Crore; Ration-in-Kind in peace and field areas; Canteen (CSD) facilities at subsidised rates; and post-retirement pension and ECHS (Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme) benefits.

Recruitment Note: Training Cost & Service Bond

The cost of training is approximately ₹13,940 per week (as on 2021, subject to revision) for the period of stay at Cadet Training Wings and IMA Dehradun. This cost is borne by the Government of India. However, candidates who withdraw from training for personal reasons are liable to refund the entire training cost incurred by the Government. Additionally, all finally selected candidates must execute Bonds/Certificates as prescribed for Regular Cadets under Army Instruction 53/78. Candidates who marry during training will be discharged and must refund all expenditure incurred by the Government on their training.

Recruitment Note: Tattoo Policy & Other Conduct Rules

Candidates with permanent body tattoos must check the detailed tattoo policy available at www.joinindianarmy.nic.in before applying, as certain tattoo placements and content are disqualifying. No request for change of SSB interview date or centre will be entertained. Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidate. Candidates are warned to beware of touts and fraudulent recruitment agents — recruitment in the Indian Army is entirely free and transparent. All disputes and correspondence must be routed only through the 'Feedback/Queries' section on the official website.

Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026Important Official Links

Apply Online Application Window: 13/05/2026 to 12/06/2026	Click Here ↗
Download Short Notice Advt No. CBC 10601/11/0003/2627	Click Here ↗
Official Website	Click Here ↗

Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.

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Quick Overview

🚀 Recruitment Overview

Quick Summary of the Notification

Organization	Indian Army
Post Name	TES-56 (Lieutenant)
Total Vacancy	90
Salary	Level 10 (₹56,100–₹1,77,500) as Lieutenant [CTC approx. ₹17–18 Lakh/Year; Stipend ₹56,100/Month during IMA training]
Job Location	All India
Apply Mode	Online
Last Date	12/06/2026
Official Website	Visit Website ↗

💡 Expert Tip

A common mistake TES applicants make is entering their PCM percentage rounded off — the notification explicitly warns that PCM percentage must be entered up to two decimal places and must NOT be rounded. Even a minor false entry detected at any stage leads to outright rejection. Also, your JEE Mains 2026 Application Number is mandatory — keep it handy. For SSB, carry 20 passport-size photographs plus two sets of self-attested copies of your 10th certificate (DOB proof), 12th marksheet, and JEE Mains result. Admit cards or transfer certificates are NOT accepted as DOB proof — only the 10th Board certificate issued by CBSE/State Board/ICSE qualifies. Submit only one application; multiple submissions result in automatic cancellation.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for Indian Army TES-56 Lieutenant? ▼

Ans: During the final year at IMA Dehradun, the stipend is ₹56,100/month. On commissioning as Lieutenant (Level 10: ₹56,100–₹1,77,500), adding Military Service Pay (MSP) of ₹15,500/month, DA, Transport Allowance (₹7,200+DA in major cities), and other allowances, the approximate in-hand monthly take-home is ₹85,000 to ₹1,00,000+ depending on posting location. Total CTC at commissioning is approximately ₹17–18 Lakhs per annum.

Q.2 What is the last date to apply online for Indian Army TES-56 2026? ▼

Ans: The last date to submit the online application for Indian Army TES-56 (Jan 2027 course) is 12 June 2026 at 12:00 Noon. Applications open on 13 May 2026 at 12:00 hrs on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in. Queries received after 3 days before closing will not be entertained. Only the official website is the valid source — beware of touts.

Q.3 Is there any negative marking in Indian Army TES-56 selection? ▼

Ans: No negative marking is mentioned in the official TES-56 notification for any Army-conducted selection process. Shortlisting is based on JEE Mains 2026 CRL rank (NTA's own marking scheme applies for JEE). The SSB interview involves psychological tests, GTO tasks, and a personal interview — none of which have negative marking. Final merit is based purely on SSB marks.

Q.4 What is the age limit for Indian Army TES-56? ▼

Ans: Candidates must be aged between 16½ and 19½ years as on 01 January 2027 — meaning they must NOT be born before 02 July 2006 and NOT be born after 01 July 2009 (both days inclusive). No age relaxation is applicable for any category. Age is determined strictly from the 10th Board certificate; no other document is accepted as DOB proof.

Q.5 How to download the Indian Army TES-56 Notification PDF? ▼

Ans: Visit the official Indian Army Recruiting website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in. Go to the 'Officer Entry' section and look for the TES-56 (Jan 2027) course notification. The detailed notification PDF is available for download there. You can also use the Download Notification link provided on this page. For updates, errata, or corrigendum, always check the official website regularly.

Q.6 What is the educational qualification required for Indian Army TES-56? ▼

Ans: Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with a minimum aggregate of 60% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) from a recognized education board. Additionally, they must have appeared in JEE Mains 2026 for B.E./B.Tech courses — the JEE Mains Application Number is mandatory. PCM percentage must be entered up to two decimal places and must not be rounded off. Revised marksheets submitted after the application closing date are not accepted.

Q.7 What is the selection process for Indian Army TES-56? ▼

Ans: The selection process is: (1) Online Application → (2) Shortlisting based on JEE Mains 2026 CRL cut-off → (3) 5-day SSB Interview at Prayagraj/Bhopal/Bengaluru/Jalandhar (Stage I: OIR+PPDT; Stage II: Psychology+GTO+Interview) → (4) Medical Examination at Military Hospital → (5) Final Merit List based on SSB marks only → (6) Joining Letters issued subject to vacancies and medical fitness → (7) 4-year training at CTW + IMA → (8) Commissioning as Lieutenant.

Q.8 Is Indian Army TES-56 a permanent government job? ▼

Ans: Yes. TES-56 leads to a Permanent Commission in the Indian Army — not a short service commission. On successful completion of 4 years of training, officers are commissioned as Lieutenant with full career service. Promotions from Lieutenant to Captain, Major, Lt Colonel, and above are time-bound till Colonel level, and then merit-based. This makes it a lifetime career with pension, medical, and other post-retirement benefits as applicable to regular Army officers.