The Indian Army SSC Tech 66th Men 37th Women Recruitment 2025 is an excellent opportunity for engineering graduates and widows of defence personnel to join the Indian Army as Short Service Commissioned Officers. The course for selected candidates will commence in April 2026 at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai. The application window opens from 16 July 2025 and will remain active until 14 August 2025.
Indian Army SSC Tech 66th Men & 37th Women Recruitment 2025
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Vacancy | 379 Posts |
| Post Name | SSC Technical Officers (Men & Women) |
| Organization | Indian Army |
| Education | B.E./B.Tech or Graduation (for widows) |
| Age Limit | 20 to 27 years (Tech), up to 35 (Widows) |
| Salary | ₹56,100 per month + allowances (Level 10) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 12–18 July 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 16 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 August 2025 (03:00 PM) |
| Course Commencement | April 2026 |
Posts, Vacancies & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility Criteria |
| SSC Short Service Commission 65 Men Various Posts | 350 | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering in the relevant trade or post. For more details, refer to the official notification. |
| SSC Short Service Commission 36 Women Various Posts | 29 | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering in the relevant trade or post. For more details, refer to the official notification. |
| SSC (W) Technical | 01 | Only for widows of defense personnel. BE/B.Tech Degree in any stream. |
| SSC (W) Non-Technical (Non-UPSC) | 01 | Only for widows of defense personnel. Bachelor’s Degree in any stream. |
Indian Army SSC Technical October 2025: Trade-Wise Vacancy Details
| Trade Name | Total Posts | Men | Women |
| (i) Civil (ii) Building Construction Technology (iii) Architecture | 75 | 75 | 07 |
| (i) Plastic Tech (ii) Remote Sensing (iii) Ballistics (iv) Bio Medical Engg (v) Food Tech (vi) Agriculture (vii) Metallurgical (viii) Metallurgy and Explosive (ix) Laser Tech (x) Bio Tech (xi) Rubber Tech (xii) Chemical Engg (xiii) Transportation Engineering (xiv) Mining (xv) Nuclear Technology (xvi) Textile | 17 | 17 | NA |
| (i) Mechanical (ii) Production (iii) Automobile (iv) Industrial (v) Industrial / Manufacturing (vi) Industrial Engg & Mgt (vii) Workshop Technology (viii) Aeronautical (ix) Aerospace (x) Avionics | 101 | 101 | 09 |
| (i) Electrical (ii) Electrical and Electronics (iii) Electronics & Instrumentation (iv) Instrumentation | 33 | 33 | 03 |
| (i) Computer Sc & Engg (ii) Computer Technology (iii) M.Sc. Computer Sc (iv) Information Technology | 60 | 60 | 04 |
| (i) Electronics (ii) Electronics & Telecom (iii) Electronics & Communication (iv) Fibre Optics (v) Telecommunication (vi) Micro Electronics & Microwave (vii) Opto Electronics (viii) Satellite Communication | 64 | 64 | 06 |
Important Links
| Important Links | |
| Apply Online | Join Indian Army |
| full advt | notification advt |
| Short Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Qualification, Age & Salary Details
Educational Qualification:
For SSC Tech Men and Women, a degree in engineering (B.E./B.Tech) in the relevant trade is mandatory. For widow candidates applying under SSCW (Tech), engineering in the respective discipline is required, while SSCW (Non-Tech) applicants must be graduates in any discipline.
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| SSC Tech Men | B.E./B.Tech in related field, age 20–27 years |
| SSC Tech Women | B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline, age 20–27 years |
| SSCW (Tech) – Widow | B.E./B.Tech, age up to 35 years |
| SSCW (Non-Tech) – Widow | Graduation in any stream, age up to 35 years |
Age Limit:
SSC Tech Men/Women: 20 to 27 years as of 1 October 2025 (Born between 2 October 1998 and 1 October 2005).
Widows of Defence Personnel: Up to 35 years as of 1 October 2025.
Salary:
Selected candidates will receive a salary as per Level 10 of the pay matrix (₹56,100 per month) along with military service pay, dearness allowance, and other admissible benefits.
Syllabus & Exam Pattern
There is no written exam for the Indian Army SSC Tech 66th Men 37th Women Recruitment 2025. Selection is based on:
Shortlisting of Applications: Based on qualifying degree marks.
SSB Interview: A five-day process conducted at designated SSB centres including psychological tests, group tasks, and personal interviews.
Medical Examination: Candidates recommended in SSB must be declared medically fit.
Final Merit List: Based on SSB marks and subject to medical fitness and document verification.
Online Application Process
Visit the official website Join Indian Army.
Click on ‘Officer Entry Apply/Login’ and register if new or login.
Select the SSC Tech 66th (Men) or 37th (Women) entry and start application.
Fill in personal, educational, and other required details.
Upload necessary documents and photograph/signature.
Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
Note: No application fee is required for any category.
Admit Card & SSB Interview Details
Admit Cards for SSB interviews will be issued only to shortlisted candidates.
Interview dates and centres will be communicated via email/SMS and on the candidate dashboard.
The SSB interview is mandatory for final selection.
Answer Key & Result Details
Since there is no written exam, there is no answer key.
Final result will be declared after SSB interviews and medical examinations.
Merit list will be available on the official Indian Army website.
Selected candidates will be notified for joining OTA, Chennai.
FAQs on Indian Army SSC Tech 66th Men 37th Women Recruitment 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply for Indian Army SSC Tech 2025?
A: The last date to submit the online application is 14 August 2025 (till 03:00 PM).
Q2. Is there any written exam in the selection process?
A: No, selection is based on SSB interview and medical fitness.
Q3. Can final-year engineering students apply?
A: No, only candidates who have completed the required degree are eligible to apply.
Q4. What is the maximum age limit for widow candidates?
A: Widow candidates can apply up to the age of 35 years.
Q5. What is the training duration after selection?
A: Training is conducted for 49 weeks at OTA Chennai.