The Indian Army has released the notification for the 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES-54) Course, which will commence from January 2026. This is a golden opportunity for young male candidates who have passed 10+2 with PCM and appeared for JEE Mains 2025, to join the Army as a Permanent Commissioned Officer.
A person of Indian origin migrated from select countries with intent to settle in India permanently (with eligibility certificate from Govt. of India).
2. Gender and Marital Status
Only unmarried male candidates are eligible.
3. Age Limit
Criteria
Description
Minimum Age
16½ years as on 01 January 2026
Maximum Age
19½ years as on 01 January 2026
Date of Birth
Must be between 02 July 2006 and 01 July 2009
4. Educational Qualification
Requirement
Details
Academic
Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Math (PCM) with at least 60% aggregate
Exam
Must have appeared in JEE (Mains) 2025
Training & Degree
Phase
Duration
Location
Phase I
3 Years
CTWs at CME Pune / MCTE Mhow / MCEME Secunderabad
Phase II
1 Year
Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun
Degree Award
B.E./B.Tech in relevant stream after completion
Training Streams & Cadet Wings
Cadet Wing
Engineering Stream Offered
Parent Corps
CTW CME, Pune
Civil & Mechanical Engineering
Corps of Engineers
CTW MCTE, Mhow
Telecom & IT (Dual Degree)
Corps of Signals
CTW MCEME, Secunderabad
Electrical & Mechanical Engg.
Corps of EME
Selection Process
1. Shortlisting
Based on JEE Mains 2025 Common Rank List (CRL)
Cut-off percentage will be published in July 2025
2. SSB Interview
Details
Info
Duration
5 Days
Locations
Bhopal, Bengaluru, Prayagraj, Jalandhar
Stages
Stage I (Screening), Stage II (Interviews, GTO, Psychology)
Dates
Between August to September 2025
3. Medical Examination
Conducted at Military Hospitals
Mandatory for all SSB-recommended candidates
4. Final Merit List
Based solely on SSB performance
Medical fitness + merit determines final selection
Pay Structure & Career Progression
Rank
Pay Level
Salary Range (₹)
Lieutenant
Level 10
₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
Captain
Level 10B
₹61,300 – ₹1,93,900
Major
Level 11
₹69,400 – ₹2,07,200
Lt Colonel
Level 12A
₹1,21,200 – ₹2,12,400
Colonel
Level 13
₹1,30,600 – ₹2,15,900
2. Military Service Pay
₹15,500 per month (Lieutenant to Brigadier)
3. Additional Allowances
Dress Allowance: ₹25,000/year
Risk, Hardship, High Altitude, Transport, and Children’s Education Allowance as per location and post
The TES-54 entry is more than just a recruitment process—it’s the gateway to a dynamic and honorable career in the Indian Army. Unlike conventional engineering programs, TES combines academic excellence with military discipline and leadership training.
You’ll graduate with a professional engineering degree, earn the rank of Lieutenant, and gain access to a career that offers respect, adventure, financial stability, and the chance to serve the nation.
If you are driven by a sense of duty, leadership, and technical interest—this is your moment. Gear up, meet the eligibility, and start your journey towards becoming a future Army officer.
