The Indian Army has announced the recruitment for the 57th Batch of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Special Entry Scheme. Applications are invited from unmarried male and unmarried female (including Wards of Battle Casualties of Indian Army Personnel), for grant of Short Service Commission in the Indian Army. This recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity for young men and women with an NCC ‘C’ certificate to join the prestigious Indian Army as Short Service Commissioned Officers. Here’s a comprehensive guide covering all the important details of the Indian Army NCC 57th Batch Recruitment 2024.
Post Offered- Total 76 Short Service Commission in the Indian Army.
- Men-70 (63 for General Category and 07 for Wards of Battle Casualties of Indian Army personnel only).
- Women -06 (05 for General Category and 01 for Wards of Battle Casualties of Indian Army personnel only).
Important Dates:-
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Only for Unmarried Candidates.
- Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Minimum 50% Marks.
- NCC “C” Certificate.
- NCC “C” certificate NOT required for Wards of Battle Casualties.
Age Limit:-
- Minimum Age: 19 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years (as of 01 January 2025)
- Candidates should be born between 02 January 2000 and 01 January 2006 (both dates inclusive).
Application Process
Step-by-Step Guide:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the official Indian Army recruitment website.
- Registration: Click on the ‘Officer Entry Apply/Login’ link and complete the registration process with a valid email ID and phone number.
- Fill Application Form: Enter all necessary personal, educational, and NCC details.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and relevant documents, including the NCC ‘C’ certificate.
- Submit Application: Review the form carefully and submit it. Keep a printout of the application form for future reference.
4. Selection Process
The selection process for the Indian Army NCC 57th Batch consists of the following stages:
Phase I – Shortlisting of Applications:
- Candidates will be shortlisted based on their marks obtained in the degree course and the NCC ‘C’ certificate grading.
Only shortlisted eligible candidates will undergo SSB at Selection Centres, Allahabad (Uttar Pradesh), Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Bangalore (Karnataka) and Jalandhar (Punjab).
Phase II – SSB Interview:
Shortlisted candidates will be called for the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview, which will be conducted in two stages.
- Stage I: Screening test including Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) tests and Picture Perception & Discussion Test (PP&DT).
- Stage II: Psychological tests, group tests, and personal interview.Those who clear Stage I will go to Stage II.
Those who fail in stage I will be returned on the same day. Duration of SSB interview is five days.
Phase III – Medical Examination:
- Candidates who clear the SSB interview will undergo a medical examination to assess their medical fitness. Please visit www.joinindianarmy.nic.in for Medical Standards and Procedures of Medical Examination for Officers Entry into Indian Army as applicable.
Training and Commission
- Training Duration: 49 weeks at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai.
- Grant of Commission: Successful candidates will be granted Short Service Commission in the rank of Lieutenant.
- Promotion Criteria:
- Lieutenant: On completion of training.
- Captain: On completion of 2 years of commissioned service.
- Major: On completion of 6 years of commissioned service.
- Lt. Colonel: On completion of 13 years of commissioned service.
- Colonel: On selection basis subject to fulfillment of requisite service conditions.
- Brigadier: On selection basis subject to fulfillment of requisite service conditions.
The Indian Army NCC 57th Batch Recruitment 2024 is a promising opportunity for NCC cadets to join the Indian Army as officers. With the right preparation and dedication, you can secure a position and serve the nation with pride. Start your application process today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in the Indian Army. Good luck to all the aspirants!