Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 90 Technical Entry Scheme Posts

Indian Army has released the official notification inviting online applications from unmarried male candidates for the 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES-56) course commencing in January 2027. A total of 90 vacancies have been announced for eligible candidates who have passed 10+2 with PCM subjects and appeared in JEE (Mains) 2026.

Candidates looking to join the Indian Army as an officer through Permanent Commission can apply online through the official website. Qualification, age limit, selection process, training details, salary, and other important information are given below โ€”

Overview of Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026


OrganizationIndian Army
Entry Name10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES-56)
Course CommencingJanuary 2027
Total Posts90
CategoryDefence Jobs
Application ModeOnline
Selection ProcessJEE Main Shortlisting, SSB Interview, Medical Exam, Merit List
Training Duration4 Years
Official Websitewww.joinindianarmy.nic.in

All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know more about the recruitment process, important dates, eligibility, training details, salary, and other important information.

Important Dates


Below is the table for the important dates โ€”

EventDate
Notification Release Date13 May 2026
Online Application Start Date13 May 2026
Last Date to Apply Online12 June 2026
Cut-Off Percentage PublicationFirst Week of July 2026 (Tentative)
SSB Interview ScheduleAugust to September 2026 (Tentative)

Vacancy Details of Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026


Post NameNo. of Posts
Technical Entry Scheme (TES-56) January 2027 Course90

Eligibility Criteria of Indian Army TES-56 Vacancies


CriteriaDetails
Educational Qualification10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) with minimum 60% aggregate marks.
Additional RequirementCandidates must have appeared in JEE (Mains) 2026 examination.
Age Limit16ยฝ to 19ยฝ years as on 01 January 2027.
Date of Birth RangeBorn between 01 July 2007 and 01 July 2010 (both dates inclusive).
Marital StatusUnmarried Male Candidates only.
NationalityIndian Citizen, Subject of Nepal, or eligible Person of Indian Origin.

Indian Army TES-56 Selection Process 2026


The selection process for Indian Army TES-56 Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages โ€”

  • Shortlisting based on JEE (Mains) 2026 Common Rank List (CRL)
  • SSB Interview
  • Medical Examination
  • Final Merit List

Indian Army TES-56 Salary and Training Details


ParticularDetails
Training Duration4 Years (3 Years at CTW + 1 Year at IMA Dehradun)
Stipend During Trainingโ‚น56,100/- per month during 4th year at IMA
Rank After TrainingLieutenant
Type of CommissionPermanent Commission
Lieutenant Pay Scaleโ‚น56,100 โ€“ โ‚น1,77,500

Documents Required for Indian Army TES-56 Application Form 2026


  • Class 10th Marksheet and Certificate
  • Class 12th Marksheet and Pass Certificate
  • JEE (Mains) 2026 Scorecard
  • Valid ID Proof
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Passport Size Photographs

Physical Standards for Indian Army TES-56


ActivityMinimum Standard
2.4 Km Run10 Minutes 30 Seconds
Push Ups40
Pull Ups06
Sit Ups30
SquatsTwo Sets of 30 Repetitions
LungesTwo Sets of 10 Repetitions
SwimmingKnowledge of Fundamentals

Indian Army TES-56 Official Notification