Indian Army TES-57 Recruitment 2026: An opportunity to become an Army officer without a written examination..

Online applications for the 57th course of the Indian Army’s 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES-57) commenced on October 14, 2026. Candidates selected under this scheme are provided the opportunity to become officers in the Indian Army following technical training. This course is scheduled to begin in July 2027. Interested and eligible candidates may submit their applications until November 12, 2026. Applicants are advised to complete the application process well before the deadline and to carefully review all terms and conditions outlined in the official notification before filling out the form.

Who is eligible to apply?

Unmarried male candidates are eligible to apply for the TES-57 recruitment.
Candidates must have passed the 12th-grade examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM).
Participation in the JEE Main 2026 examination is also mandatory.
Please refer to the official notification for details regarding age limits, minimum marks required in the 12th-grade examination, and other eligibility criteria.

What is the prescribed age limit?

For this Indian Army Technical Entry Scheme, candidates must be between 16.5 and 19.5 years of age.
However, eligibility is not determined solely by age.
Candidates must also comply with the specific date-of-birth range stipulated in the notification.
Therefore, before applying, ensure that your date of birth aligns with the age-related criteria provided in the official advertisement.
Approximately 90 vacancies have been indicated for this recruitment; however, this number is tentative.
Please consult the information provided on the official Indian Army website to confirm the final number of vacancies and eligibility requirements.

What is the selection process?

There will be no separate written examination for selection under the TES-57 scheme. According to available information, the initial shortlisting of candidates will be based on marks obtained in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in Class 12, as well as performance in the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026.

Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview by the Services Selection Board (SSB).
Subsequently, a medical examination will also be conducted as part of the selection process.
Candidates should note that submitting an application does not guarantee selection.
Meeting the requirements of the SSB interview, medical standards, and other conditions prescribed by the Army is mandatory.

How to apply online?
Candidates can apply through the official Indian Army website. Follow the steps below to complete the application process.
First, visit the official website: joinindianarmy.nic.in.
Look for the link related to the TES 57 recruitment.

Complete the registration process as per the instructions.
Fill in the required personal and educational details in the application form.
Submit the form after carefully reviewing all the details.
Keep a printout or digital copy of the application for future reference.

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