Overview
Scheme Name: 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme – “TES-55” for the July 2026 course.
Organisation: Indian Army.
Total vacancies: 90.
Application mode: Online through the official website (www.joinindianarmy.nic.in)
Important Dates
Notification release date: 14 October 2025.
Online application start: 14 October 2025.
Last date to apply: 13 November 2025 (1200 hrs).
Eligibility Criteria
Age: 16½ years to 19½ years (as on specified cut-off – for example as on 01 July 2026)
Educational qualification: Must have passed 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) with at least 60% aggregate (in many sources) and must have appeared in the JEE (Mains) 2025.
Nationality: Indian citizens (typically unmarried male candidates only) – as per scheme requirements.
Vacancy & Pay Details
Vacancy: 90 posts (Provisional) under TES-55.
Pay/Rank: On selection, officers will be commissioned and the pay is aligned with Pay Level 10 (for Lieutenant) and subsequent levels; approximate starting salary given around ₹ 56,100/month for Lieutenant in many sources.
Selection Process
Shortlisting of applications.
SSB interview (Services Selection Board).
Document verification & medical examination.
Final merit list & joining training (pre-commission training) for course starting in July 2026.
Important Notes & Tips
Ensure you fulfill all eligibility (age, educational qualification, JEE Mains appearance) before applying.
The 60% in PCM (or as specified) is crucial — check the board/recognised equivalence details.
The application must be submitted online before the closing date (13 Nov 2025) – don’t wait until last moment.
Keep ready your supporting documents (10+2 mark sheet, JEE (Mains) result/appear certificate, date of birth proof) since these will be needed for shortlisting/document verification.
Make sure you meet the “unmarried male” criterion (if applicable) and nationality/residency criteria.
After selection you will undergo training and then be commissioned as an officer – so be prepared for the physical and medical standards of Indian Army.