Indian Army NCC 125th Special Entry April 2027 Course Recruitment
The Indian Army has released a notification inviting applications for the NCC 125th Special Entry Scheme for the April 2027 course. Interested candidates are advised to review the eligibility criteria, age limits, and official guidelines before applying.
Eligibility and Candidate Profile
This recruitment is open exclusively to unmarried male and female candidates who meet the specified educational and physical standards.
Important Dates
- Male Candidates: Application starts on 20 July 2026 and ends on 20 August 2026. Course begins in April 2027.
- Female Candidates: Application starts on 21 July 2026 and ends on 21 August 2026. Course begins in April 2027.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for any category. Candidates from General, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, and female categories can apply free of cost.
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 19 years
- Maximum age: 25 years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per Indian Army rules.
Applicants should use the official age calculation tool to verify eligibility.
Vacancy Details
A total of 76 posts are available under this recruitment:
| Trade Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| NCC Men | 63 |
| NCC Women | 5 |
| Wards of Battle Casualties Men | 7 |
| Wards of Battle Casualties Women | 1 |
Educational Qualifications
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in any stream with at least 50% marks from a recognized Indian university.
- Applicants should possess a minimum 2-year NCC 'C' certificate.
- Wards of Battle Casualties must also meet the educational criteria mentioned above.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to read the official notification carefully for detailed eligibility requirements.
Physical Standards
- Minimum height for men: 157.5 cm
- Minimum height for women: 152 cm
- Running test for men: 2.4 km in 10 minutes 30 seconds
- Running test for women: 2.4 km in 13 minutes
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official Indian Army recruitment portal https://joinindianarmy.nic.in before the last date. Candidates should ensure they meet all criteria and read the official notification thoroughly before applying.
Selection Process
Shortlisting of candidates will be followed by a medical examination as part of the selection procedure.
Important Links
- Apply Online (Male): Registration | Login
- Apply Online (Female): Registration | Login
- Download Notification: Male | Female
- Official Website: Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions
- When does the online application start? For men, from 20 July 2026; for women, from 21 July 2026.
- What is the last date to apply? 20 August 2026 for men and 21 August 2026 for women.
- What is the age limit? Between 19 and 25 years as per Indian Army rules.
- What qualifications are required? Graduation with minimum 50% marks and NCC 'C' certificate.
- How to download results? Candidates can download results using their registration number or roll number and date of birth from the official links once available.
- What is the official Indian Army recruitment website? https://joinindianarmy.nic.in/
