Indian Army 10+2 TES 57 Recruitment 2026 official notification (NOTIFICATION_OF_TES-57.pdf) has been officially released by the Indian Army on the official website joinindianarmy.nic.in. This premier technical entry invites online applications from eligible, unmarried male candidates for the 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES-57 Course) commencing in July 2027.

The Indian Army has announced 90 tentative vacancies for grant of Permanent Commission in the rank of Lieutenant upon completion of a 4-year engineering training program. Online registration commenced on October 14, 2026 and will remain active until November 12, 2026 (up to 12:00 Noon).

Below is the verified breakdown covering JEE Main 2026 score requirements, PCM percentage criteria, age limits, 4-year training stipend, SSB interview rounds, and step-by-step application guidelines.

Indian Army TES 57 Course: Quick Overview

Important Dates & Event Schedule

Candidates must note the recruitment calendar:

• Official Notification Publication Date: October 14, 2026
• Online Registration Starting Date: October 14, 2026
• Last Date for Online Application Submission: November 12, 2026 (strictly up to 12:00 Noon)
• Shortlisting of Applications based on JEE Main CRL: December 2026 / January 2027
• SSB Interview Call Letters Release: January / February 2027
• Services Selection Board (SSB) Interviews: February to April 2027
• Course Commencement at Cadet Training Wings (CTWs): July 2027

Eligibility Criteria: Education, JEE Main & Age Limits

1. Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed the 10+2 (Intermediate) examination or equivalent from recognized state or central education boards with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM).
• Candidates who have appeared or are appearing in Class 12th must ensure their complete marksheets and pass certificates are in hand before the cutoff date.

2. Mandatory JEE (Main) 2026 Requirement

• Candidates must have appeared in JEE (Main) 2026 conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
• Shortlisting for the direct 5-day SSB interview will be determined purely on the basis of Common Rank List (CRL) in JEE (Main) 2026 as fixed by the Integrated Headquarters of Ministry of Defence (Army).

3. Age Limit (Crucial Dates)

• Candidate must be between 16½ years and 19½ years of age on the first day of the month in which the course commences (as on July 1, 2027).
• Date of Birth Range: The candidate must not have been born earlier than January 2, 2008 and not later than January 1, 2011 (both days inclusive).
• Only the Date of Birth recorded in the Matriculation or Secondary School Examination Certificate will be accepted.

Training Architecture & Cadet Stipend

The total training duration is 4 Years, divided into two phases:

[ Phase 1: Basic Military Training & Technical Training (3 Years) ]          
 Cadet Training Wings (CME Pune / MCTE Mhow / MCEME Secunderabad)                                  
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[ Phase 2: Final Military Training (1 Year) ]           
Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun                                  
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[ Permanent Commission as Lieutenant in Indian Army + B.Tech Degree Awarded ]

• Engineering Degree Award: Cadets are awarded an Engineering Degree (B.Tech) in relevant disciplines upon successful completion of the four-year course at government expense.
• Cadet Stipend: Cadets will receive a stipend of ₹56,100/- per month (starting at Level 10 of the Defence Pay Matrix) during their final year of training at IMA Dehradun.
• Salary on Commissioning: Upon passing out as a Lieutenant, officers receive basic pay of ₹56,100/- to ₹1,77,500/- (Pay Level 10) plus Military Service Pay (MSP) of ₹15,500/- per month, Dearness Allowance, Flying/Field allowances, Free Medical, CSD canteen, and accommodation facilities.

Selection Process: How Candidates Are Chosen

The selection methodology for TES-57 is direct and merit-driven:

[ Step 1: Online Application Scrutiny & JEE Main 2026 Cutoff Shortlisting ]                                     
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[ Step 2: 5-Day SSB Interview (Stage I & Stage II) at Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bengaluru, or Jalandhar ]                                                               
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[ Step 3: Comprehensive Special Medical Board Examination (SMB) ]                                     
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[ Step 4: All-India Merit List & Joining Letter Issuance for 90 Cadets ]

• No Written Examination: Candidates are not required to take a separate written test. Shortlisting is done directly on JEE (Main) 2026 rank.
• SSB Interview Call: Shortlisted candidates will undergo a two-stage 5-day evaluation including Psychological Tests, Group Testing Officer (GTO) outdoor tasks, and Personal Interviews.
• Travel Allowance: First-time SSB attendees for a Permanent Commission are entitled to AC 3-Tier train fare by the shortest route.

Application Fee

• All Categories (General / OBC / SC / ST / EWS): ₹0/- (Exempted / Free of Cost)
• The Indian Army charges no application or processing fee for officer-level entries.

How to Apply Online for Indian Army 10+2 TES 57 Recruitment 2026

Follow these instructions to submit your application on the official recruitment portal:

1. Visit Official Website: Open joinindianarmy.nic.in in your browser.
2. Enter Captcha & Open Portal: Enter the security code to access the homepage.
3. Officer Entry Registration: Click on “Officer Entry Apply/Login”.
   • If already registered, log in with your Registered Email ID and Password.
   • If new, click “Registration”, complete Aadhaar-based OTP verification, and set up your profile.
4. Access Active Applications: Navigate to the “Apply Online” section in your dashboard. Click “Apply” against the listing “10+2 TECHNICAL ENTRY SCHEME (TES-57)”.
5. Fill Academic & Exam Details:
   • Enter your 10th and 12th Board specifics with exact marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
   • Enter your JEE (Main) 2026 Roll Number, Application Number, and Common Rank List (CRL) Rank.
6. Upload Mandatory Media:
   • Scanned recent passport-size colored photograph (size: 5 KB to 20 KB in JPG format).
   • Clear scanned signature (size: 5 KB to 10 KB).
7. Preview & Final Submit: Verify that all PCM marks, aggregate percentage, and JEE Main roll numbers are correct. Click “Submit Now”.
8. Save Roll Number & Application Form: After the application closes on November 12, take two printouts of the submitted application form containing your Roll Number for physical verification at the SSB Center.

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