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What this recruitment is about
Indian Army is recruiting for JAG Entry Scheme 125th Course with 10 advertised vacancies. The application deadline recorded for this recruitment is 17-08-26. Candidates should confirm the post-wise qualification, age, experience and category conditions before applying.
Post-wise opening
Vacancy and eligibility details
Eligibility at a glance
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Recruitment journey
Selection process
- 1Online Application: Candidates apply online at www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.
- 2Shortlisting of Applications: Integrated HQ of MoD (Army) shortlists applications based on CLAT PG 2026 score and vacancy-to-call-up ratio. Shortlisting expected in the second week of September 2026.
- 3Selection of SSB Centre and Date: Shortlisted candidates log in to the website and select their SSB Centre and date on a first-come-first-serve basis. SSB Centres: Prayagraj (UP), Bhopal (MP), Bengaluru (Karnataka), Jalandhar (Punjab).
- 4SSB Interview (Five Days – Nov/Dec 2026): Two-stage selection process: Stage-I: Screening test. Candidates who clear Stage-I proceed to Stage-II. Those who fail are returned on Day 1. Stage-II: Detailed assessment over remaining days.
- 5Stage-I: Screening test. Candidates who clear Stage-I proceed to Stage-II. Those who fail are returned on Day 1.
- 6Stage-II: Detailed assessment over remaining days.
- 7CLAT PG 2026 Result Verification: Mandatory at the Selection Centre prior to SSB conduct.
- 8Medical Examination: Candidates recommended after Stage-II undergo medical examination. SSB medical validity is 270 days.
- 9Merit List: Prepared based on SSB marks. Tie-breaking criteria: (a) Older age ranked higher; (b) Higher percentage in qualifying exam ranked higher.
- 10Joining Letter: Issued to candidates in merit order, within available vacancies, who are medically fit and meet all eligibility criteria, for Pre-Commission Training at OTA, Chennai (April 2027).
Application guide
How to apply
- Visit the official website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
- Click on ‘Officer Entry Application/Login’ and then click ‘Registration’ (skip if already registered).
- Fill the online registration form carefully after reading all instructions.
- After registration, click on ‘Apply Online’ under Dashboard.
- A page ‘Officers Selection – Eligibility’ will open. Click ‘Apply’ shown against Short Service Commission JAG Entry Course.
- Fill in all required details: Personal information, Communication details, Education details, and previous SSB details.
- Save and continue each segment before proceeding to the next.
- Review the summary of information and verify all details carefully.
- Click ‘Submit’ only after confirming correctness of all details.
- Take out two copies of the application with Roll Number, 30 minutes after final closure of online application on the last day.
- Carry self-attested copies and originals of all required documents to the Selection Centre.
- Candidates serving in Armed Forces must inform their Commanding Officer in writing and carry countersigned application to SSB interview.
Documents and additional conditions
Other Important Information: Type of Commission: Short Service Commission (Non-Technical) for JAG Branch. Gender: Open to Unmarried Male and Unmarried Female Law Graduates. Nationality: Indian citizens, subjects of Nepal, or persons of Indian origin who migrated from specified countries with intention to permanently settle in India (with eligibility certificate from GoI where applicable). Training: 49 weeks at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai, commencing April 2027. Stipend: Rs. 56,100/- per month during training. Post-Training Rank: Lieutenant on commissioning. Tenure: Short Service Commission for 14 years (initial 10 years extendable by 4 years). Option for Permanent Commission after 10 years. Release options: after 5, 10, or 14 years. CLAT PG 2026: Only CLAT PG conducted in December 2025 is valid. No other CLAT PG score accepted. Physical Standards (Men): 2.4 km run in 10 min 30 sec, 40 push-ups, 6 pull-ups, 30 sit-ups, 2 sets of 30 squats, 2 sets of 10 lunges per leg, basic swimming. Physical Standards (Women): 2.4 km run in 13 min, 15 push-ups, 2 pull-ups, 25 sit-ups, 2 sets of 30 squats, 2 sets of 10 lunges per leg, basic swimming. Post Graduate Diploma: Successful candidates awarded ‘Post Graduate Diploma in Defence Management and Strategic Studies’ by University of Madras. Army Group Insurance: Insurance of Rs. 1.25 Crore during training. Monthly AGIF subscription: Rs. 12,500/-. Cost of Training Recovery: Rs. 20,482/- per week if withdrawn for personal reasons. Travelling Allowance: AC 3-Tier (to and fro) railway/bus fare for first-time SSB appearance for this type of commission. DIGILOCKER: DIGILOCKER certificates not accepted in lieu of original certificates. Marital Status: Candidates must remain unmarried throughout training. Marriage after application date disqualifies from training. Disqualification: Candidates withdrawn from NDA/IMA/OTA/Naval Academy/Air Force Academy on disciplinary grounds are not eligible. Candidates debarred by UPSC or convicted by criminal court are not eligible. Reserve Liability: SSCOs on release carry reserve liability to serve for 5 years + 2 years voluntary, or up to age 37 (women) / 40 (men), whichever is earlier. Official Website for all updates: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
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qualification DetailsOfficial document
Short Service Commission (JAG) - Judge Advocate General Branch (Men & Women Combined): LLB Degree with minimum 55% aggregate marks (3 years professional after graduation or 5 years after 10+2 exam). CLAT PG 2026 score mandatory for all candidates (including LLM qualified and LLM appearing). Must be eligible for registration as Advocate with Bar Council of India/State. College/University must be recognized by Bar Coun
age LimitOfficial document
Short Service Commission (JAG) - Judge Advocate General Branch (Men & Women Combined): 21 to 27 years as on 01 January 2027 (Born not earlier than 02 Jan 2000 and not later than 01 Jan 2006; both dates inclusive)
application FeeOfficial document
Fee: Not Mentioned
salaryOfficial document
Short Service Commission (JAG) - Judge Advocate General Branch (Men & Women Combined): Lieutenant: Level 10, Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500
selection ProcessOfficial document
Online Application: Candidates apply online at www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.; Shortlisting of Applications: Integrated HQ of MoD (Army) shortlists applications based on CLAT PG 2026 score and vacancy-to-call-up ratio. Shortlisting expected in the second week of September 2026.; Selection of SSB Centre and Date: Shortlisted candidates log in to the website and select their SSB Centre and date on a first-come-first-serve
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