POST DETAILS :
Indian Army has released a notification for the post of Indian Army TES 56 Recruitment 2026. Interested candidates must fulfill all the eligibility criteria and apply online. Before applying online, candidates are advised to carefully read the full notification, recruitment eligibility, age limit, post-wise eligibility, selection procedure, syllabus, admit card, answer key, and all other relevant details. Read the official advertisement thoroughly before submitting the application.
OVERVIEW AND DATE :
Indian Army
Indian Army 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES-56) Recruitment 2026
Notification PDF
IMPORTANT DATES
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening of Online Application Portal | 13-05-2026 (at 1200 hrs) |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 12-06-2026 (at 1200 hrs) |
| Publication of Cut-off Marks for Shortlisting | Tentatively first week of July 2026 |
| SSB Interview (Likely Duration and Dates) | Upto five days SSB between August to September 2026 |
| Age Calculated As On | 01-01-2027 |
| Course Commencement | January 2027 |
FEES DETAILS
- There is no application fee mentioned
AGE DETAILS :
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit (as on 01-01-2027) |
|---|---|
| All eligible candidates (Unmarried Male) | 16½ years to 19½ years (Born between 01 Jul 2007 and 01 Jul 2010, both days inclusive) |
POST DETAILS, ELIGIBILITY and QUALIFICATION:
Educational Qualification
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| 10+2 / Equivalent (Mandatory) | Passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with a minimum aggregate of 60% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) from any recognized education board. PCM percentage is calculated based on marks obtained in Class XII only. |
| JEE (Mains) 2026 (Mandatory) | Candidate must have appeared in JEE (Mains) 2026. JEE Mains 2026 Application Number is mandatory to be filled for B.E/B.Tech courses. |
| Marital Status | Unmarried male only. Candidates must undertake not to marry until they complete full training. |
VACANCY DETAILS : Total Post
| Entry | Total Vacancies | Eligible Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Entry Scheme (TES-56) | 90 (Provisional) | Unmarried Male |
Engineering Streams & Parent Arm/Service (CTW-wise)
| Sl. No. | Cadet Training Wing (CTW) | Engineering Degree | Parent Arm/Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CTW, CME Pune | Civil & Mechanical Engineering | Corps of Engineers |
| 2 | CTW, MCTE Mhow | Telecom & IT Engineering (Dual Degree) | Corps of Signals |
| 3 | CTW, MCEME Secunderabad | Electronics & Mechanical Engineering | Corps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers |
Selection Process
Stage 1 – Shortlisting of Applications
| Basis of Shortlisting | Details |
|---|---|
| JEE Mains 2026 Common Rank List (CRL) | Cut-off to be fixed by Integrated HQ of MoD (Army) without assigning any reason. Shortlisting result tentatively in first week of July 2026. |
Stage 2 – SSB Interview (Five Days)
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage I | Psychological test, Group Testing. Candidates who fail Stage I are returned on the same day. |
| Stage II | Group Testing Officer tests and Interview by Interviewing Officer. Only those clearing Stage I proceed to Stage II. |
| SSB Centres | Prayagraj (UP), Bhopal (MP), Bengaluru (Karnataka), Jalandhar (Punjab) |
| Likely SSB Dates | August to September 2026 |
Stage 3 – Medical Examination
| Candidates recommended by SSB will undergo Medical Examination at the nearest Military Hospital. Medical standards as applicable for Officers Entry into Army. Proceedings of Medical Board are confidential. |
Stage 4 – Merit List & Joining Letter
| Merit list prepared solely on the basis of marks obtained in SSB Interview. Higher educational qualifications, previous performances, NCC background etc. have no role in finalization of merit list. Joining Letters issued subject to vacancies and medical fitness. |
Minimum Physical Standards on Arrival for Training
| Sl. No. | Activity | Minimum Standard (Officer Cadet – Male) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.4 Km Run | 10 Minutes 30 Seconds |
| 2 | Push Up | 40 |
| 3 | Pull Up | 06 |
| 4 | Sit Up | 30 |
| 5 | Squats | Two Sets of 30 Repetitions |
| 6 | Lunges | Two Sets of 10 Repetitions |
| 7 | Swimming | Should know fundamentals of swimming |
Training Details :
| Phase | Duration | Academy | Training Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase I | 3 Years | CTW at CME Pune / MCTE Mhow / MCEME Secunderabad | Integrated Basic Military Training & Engineering Training |
| Phase II | 1 Year | Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun | Integrated Basic Military Training & Engineering Training |
Pay & Promotion Structure
Pay Scale (Rank-wise)
| Rank | Pay Level | Pay Range (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | Level 15 | 1,82,200 – 2,24,100 |
| Lieutenant General (HAG+) | Level 16 | 2,05,400 – 2,24,100 |
| VCOAS/Army Cdr/Lt Gen (NFSG) | Level 17 | 2,25,000/- (Fixed) |
| Chief of Army Staff (COAS) | Level 18 | 2,50,000/- (Fixed) |
Promotion Criteria
| Rank | Promotion Criteria |
|---|---|
| Lieutenant | On Commission |
| 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 fulfillment of requisite service conditions |
HOW TO APPLY
- Applications must be submitted online only through the official Indian Army Recruiting website www.joinindianarmy.nic.in by clicking the ‘online application’ button.
- Hard copy applications will not be accepted under any circumstances. The online portal will be active from 13-05-2026 (1200 hrs) to 12-06-2026 (1200 hrs).
- Candidates must enter their particulars in the online application and read the terms and conditions before submitting the form.
- Candidates are permitted to make changes to incorrectly filled data in the online application until the closing of online applications; the application must be re-submitted each time it is edited.
- After the closing date, no changes to the online application will be permitted and no representation in this regard will be entertained.
- Candidates must submit only one application; receipt of multiple applications from the same candidate will result in cancellation of candidature. DIGILOCKER certificates will not be accepted in lieu of original certificates.
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FAQs :
How many vacancies are available in TES-56 2026?
There are 90 vacancies (provisional) announced for the TES-56 course commencing in January 2027.
What are the important dates for Indian Army TES-56 2026?
The online application starts on 13 May 2026 (12 PM) and the last date is 12 June 2026 (12 PM).
What is the eligibility for Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have passed 10+2 with at least 60% in PCM and must have appeared in JEE Mains 2026. Only unmarried male candidates are eligible.
What is the age limit for TES-56 2026?
Candidates must be between 16½ to 19½ years as on 1 January 2027 (born between 01 July 2007 and 01 July 2010).
Is there any application fee for TES-56 Recruitment 2026?
No, there is no application fee for applying to Indian Army TES-56.
