The Indian Army has officially released the TGC 143 Notification 2025 for 30 Technical Graduate Course (TGC) vacancies. The course will commence in July 2026 at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun. This recruitment offers a prestigious opportunity for unmarried male engineering graduates to serve as commissioned officers in the Indian Army.
The online application process began on 08 October 2025, and candidates can apply till 06 November 2025 (up to 3:00 PM) through the official portal joinindianarmy.nic.in. Eligible candidates must hold an Engineering Degree (B.E/B.Tech) in the relevant stream or be in the final year of their course.
The selection process includes shortlisting based on academic marks, followed by the SSB interview, medical examination, and final merit listing. Selected candidates will receive a handsome salary starting at ₹56,100 per month during training, as per Level 10 pay scale. This entry requires no written exam or GATE score, making it an excellent chance for engineering aspirants to join the Indian Army directly.
Key Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Indian Army |
| Course Name | Technical Graduate Course (TGC-143) |
| Total Vacancies | 30 Posts |
| Join WhatsApp | Click Here |
| Official Website | joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 08 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 06 November 2025 (till 03:00 PM) |
| Cut-off Marks Announcement | Last Week of December 2025 |
| SSB Interview Schedule | January to March 2026 |
| Course Commencement | July 2026 at IMA, Dehradun |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must have completed or be in the final year of an Engineering Degree in a relevant discipline.
- Final-year students must submit proof of passing the degree exam by 01 July 2026.
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026):
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 27 Years
- Candidates must be born between 01 July 1999 and 30 June 2006 (both dates inclusive).
Marital Status:
- Only unmarried male candidates are eligible to apply.
Vacancy Details
| Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 08 |
| Computer Science | 06 |
| Electrical Engineering | 02 |
| Electronics Engineering | 06 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 06 |
| Miscellaneous Streams | 02 |
| Total | 30 |
How to Apply – Indian Army TGC 143 Online Form 2025
Follow the steps below to fill out the Indian Army TGC 143 Application Form 2025:
- Visit the official website – joinindianarmy.nic.in.
- Click on “Officer Entry Apply/Login” and register as a new user if you haven’t already.
- Fill in your personal, academic, and communication details carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of all required documents.
- Recheck all entered details before final submission.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Application Fee:
- There is no application fee for any category.
Selection Process
The Indian Army TGC 143 selection process includes:
- Shortlisting of Applications based on engineering marks.
- Allotment of SSB Centre via email communication.
- SSB Interview (5 days) evaluation process.
- Medical Examination for fitness verification.
- Final Merit List preparation based on SSB performance and medical status.
Salary Structure
| Rank | Pay Level | Pay Range (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 & Above | Level 13–18 | Up to 2,50,000 (Fixed) |
Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
