Indian Army Technical Graduate Course (TGC) Entry – January 2026

The Indian Army has announced the 142nd Technical Graduate Course (TGC), commencing in January 2026 at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun. This course offers unmarried male Engineering Graduates a path to a Permanent Commission (PC) in the Indian Army. Selected Engineers will serve as officers, contributing to the nation's defense.
Commission Details
SSC Commissioned Officer in Indian Army 142nd TGC Entry
Candidates selected for the 142nd TGC will be granted a Short Service Commission (SSC) on probation as a Lieutenant. This commission begins from the course's commencement date or the reporting date at the IMA, whichever is later. During training, candidates will receive full pay and allowances as admissible to a Lieutenant.
Upon successfully completing the 142nd TGC training, cadets will be granted a Permanent Commission (PC) in the Army, holding the rank of Lieutenant.
Vacancies
Vacancies of 142nd TGC Engineers in the Indian Army
- 30 vacancies in various engineering streams/disciplines
- Civil: 08
- Computer Sc. & Engineering/Computer Technology: 06
- Electrical: 02
- Electronics: 06
- Mechanical: 06
- Miscellaneous Engineering Streams: 02
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 20 and 27 years of age as of 01/01/2026 (born between 02 January 1999 and 01 January 2006, both dates inclusive).
Educational Qualification
Candidates who have passed the required Engineering Degree course or are in their final year are eligible to apply.
Pay and Allowances
Pay Scale and Stipend
The stipend during training is ₹56100/-. Upon commissioning as a Lieutenant, the pay scale will be Level-10 of the 7th CPC, ranging from ₹56100-177500. Additionally, officers receive a Military Service Pay (MSP) of ₹15500/- per month.
How to Apply
Apply Online for Indian Army 142nd TGC Entry
Eligible candidates must apply online through the Indian Army Recruitment website from 30/04/2025 to 29/05/2025.
Important Information
Details and Online Submission of Application
Further details and the online application form can be found at the official Indian Army recruitment website for the Indian Army 142nd Technical Graduate TGC Entry Course for Engineers, commencing January 2026.