Indian Army TES 56 Notification 2026: The Indian Army has officially released the 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES-56) Notification 2026 for the course commencing from January 2027. Applications are invited from eligible unmarried male candidates who have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) and have appeared in JEE (Mains) 2026. The online application window for Indian Army TES 56 opens on 13th May 2026 at 1200 hrs and closes on 12th June 2026 at 1200 hrs through the official website www.joinindianarmy.nic.in. A total of 90 provisional vacancies are available for grant of Permanent Commission in the Army. Selected candidates will undergo a 4-year integrated training programme and be commissioned as Lieutenant after successful completion. The CTC on commissioning is approximately Rs. 17-18 Lakhs per annum.
Read this article for complete details on TES 56 Notification 2026 including eligibility, age limit, selection process, training, pay, and how to apply.
Indian Army TES 56 2026 — Important Dates
- Online Application Opens: 13 May 2026 at 1200 hrs
- Online Application Closes: 12 June 2026 at 1200 hrs
- Cut-off Marks Publication: Tentatively first week of July 2026
- Likely SSB Dates: August to September 2026 (5-day SSB)
- Course Commencement: January 2027
Indian Army TES 56 Notification 2026
The Indian Army has released the official TES-56 Notification for the course commencing January 2027. This is the only official advertisement for the course and is published on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in. Candidates are strongly advised to read the full notification carefully before applying. The course notification published on the official website is the only applicable notification — no other advertisement should be referred to.
Download Indian Army TES 56 Notification 2026
Indian Army TES 56 Vacancies 2026
- Total Vacancies: 90 (Ninety)
- Nature: Provisional — subject to change as per training capacity at Cadets Training Wings (CTWs) and organisational requirements
- Commission: Permanent Commission in the rank of Lieutenant after successful completion of 4 years of training
Indian Army TES 56 Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must fulfil the following eligibility conditions to apply for TES-56:
Nationality:
Candidate must be an unmarried male and must be one of the following:
- A citizen of India, OR
- A subject of Nepal, OR
- A person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India (requires eligibility certificate from Government of India; not required for Gorkha subjects of Nepal)
Marital Status (Very Important):
- Only unmarried males are eligible to apply
- Candidates must give an undertaking not to marry until they complete full training
- A candidate who marries after the application date, even if successful, will NOT be selected for training
- A candidate who marries during training will be discharged and will be liable to refund all training expenditure incurred by the Government
Indian Army TES 56 Age Limit 2026
- Minimum Age: 16½ years as on 01 January 2027
- Maximum Age: 19½ years as on 01 January 2027
- Eligible Date of Birth: Not before 01 July 2007 and not after 01 July 2010 (both days inclusive)
Important Notes on Age:
- Only the date of birth as recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary School Examination (Class 10th) certificate will be accepted as proof of age
- Admit Card, Mark Sheet, Transfer/Leaving Certificate are NOT acceptable as proof of date of birth
- Once a date of birth is entered in records, no change will be allowed subsequently under any circumstances
Indian Army TES 56 Educational Qualification 2026
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) from a recognised Education Board
- Minimum aggregate marks required: 60% in PCM subjects
- PCM percentage will be calculated based on marks obtained in Class 12 only
- Candidates must have appeared in JEE (Mains) 2026 — this is MANDATORY
- All candidates must fill their JEE Mains 2026 Application Number in the online form (for B.E/B.Tech courses only)
- Revised mark sheets issued by a Board/University after the last date of submitting the online application will NOT be accepted for this course
- While filling the form, candidates must indicate exact PCM percentage up to two decimal places — rounding off is NOT permitted
- Any false entry of PCM percentage detected at any stage will result in outright rejection of candidature
Indian Army TES 56 Selection Process 2026
The complete selection process for Indian Army TES 56 2026 is as follows:
Stage 1 — Shortlisting:
- Integrated Headquarters of Ministry of Defence (Army) will shortlist applications based on JEE Mains Common Rank List (CRL) and other laid-down parameters
- Cut-off will be fixed without assigning any reason
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified through their registered email ID
Stage 2 — SSB (Service Selection Board) Interview:
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo a 5-day SSB at one of the following Selection Centres: Prayagraj (UP), Bhopal (MP), Bengaluru (Karnataka), or Jalandhar (Punjab)
- SSB consists of two stages — Stage I (Screening) and Stage II (Psychological Test, GTO Tasks, Personal Interview)
- Candidates who fail Stage I will be returned on the same day
- SSB is tentatively scheduled between August and September 2026
- Call-up letters for SSB will be issued by Selection Centres on the candidate's registered email ID and SMS only
- No request for change of SSB Centre/Date will be entertained
Stage 3 — Medical Examination:
- Candidates recommended by SSB will undergo medical examination at the nearest Military Hospital
- Medical Board proceedings are confidential and will not be divulged to anyone
- Directorate General of Recruiting has no role in Medical Boards
Stage 4 — Merit List and Joining Letter:
- Merit list will be prepared based ONLY on marks obtained by candidates at SSB
- Higher educational qualifications, previous performances, and NCC background have NO role in finalising the merit list
- Candidates recommended by SSB and declared medically fit will be issued Joining Letters in order of merit, subject to available vacancies
- Final merit list will be displayed on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in before induction
Important: Merely qualifying the SSB interview does NOT confirm final selection.
Indian Army TES 56 Pay, Stipend and Salary 2026
Stipend During Training:
- Gentlemen Cadets will receive a stipend of Rs. 56,100/- per month while at IMA (during the 4th year only)
- During the first 3 years at CTW, no stipend is paid; Army Group Insurance (AGIF) cover of Rs. 30 Lakhs is provided on payment of one-time non-refundable premium of Rs. 14,000/-
Rank and Pay After Commissioning:
- On successful completion of 4-year training, Gentleman Cadets will be commissioned as Lieutenant
- CTC: Approximately Rs. 17-18 Lakhs per annum (Level 10 in the Pay Matrix, excluding free medical cover and home town travel once a year)
Indian Army TES 56 Minimum Physical Standards for Training
Candidates who receive Joining Letters must achieve the following minimum physical standards on arrival at the training academy:
- 2.4 km Run: 10 minutes 30 seconds
- Push Ups: 40
- Pull Ups: 06
- Sit Ups: 30
- Squats: Two sets of 30 repetitions
- Lunges: Two sets of 10 repetitions
- Swimming: Should know fundamentals of swimming
How to Apply for Indian Army TES 56 2026
Applications are only accepted online. Follow these steps to apply:
Step 1: Visit the official website www.joinindianarmy.nic.in on or after 13th May 2026 at 1200 hrs.
Step 2: Click on the 'Online Application' button on the website and follow the procedure for registration.
Step 3: Enter all your details carefully in the online application. Read the terms and conditions linked to the form before submitting.
Step 4: Enter exact PCM percentage up to two decimal places — do not round off.
Step 5: Enter your JEE (Mains) 2026 Application Number (mandatory for B.E/B.Tech courses).
Step 6: Make changes to incorrectly filled data before closing of online applications. Each time you edit, you must click 'Submit' again.
Step 7: After successful submission, print TWO copies of the application with Roll Number (available 30 minutes after online application closes):
- One copy (self-attested) to be carried to SSB interview
- Second copy to be retained for personal reference
Documents to carry at SSB Interview:
- Class 10 certificate and marksheet in original (showing Date of Birth)
- Class 12 pass certificate and marksheet in original
- Photo ID proof in original
- Copy of JEE (Mains) 2026 result
- Two self-attested photocopies of the above documents
- 20 copies of self-attested passport-size photographs
FAQs
Q1. What is Indian Army TES 56?
Answer: Indian Army TES 56 (10+2 Technical Entry Scheme-56) is a recruitment scheme for grant of Permanent Commission in the Indian Army for unmarried male candidates who have passed Class 12 with PCM and appeared in JEE (Mains) 2026. The course will commence from January 2027.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in Indian Army TES 56?
Answer: A total of 90 provisional vacancies are available for TES-56. The number may increase or decrease depending on training capacity and organisational requirements.
Q3. What is the application window for Indian Army TES 56 2026?
Answer: Online applications open on 13th May 2026 at 1200 hrs and close on 12th June 2026 at 1200 hrs at www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.
Q4. What is the age limit for Indian Army TES 56?
Answer: Candidates must be between 16½ and 19½ years as on 01 January 2027. Eligible date of birth is 01 July 2007 to 01 July 2010 (both days inclusive).
Q5. Is JEE Mains 2026 mandatory for Indian Army TES 56?
Answer: Yes. Appearing in JEE (Mains) 2026 is mandatory for all TES-56 applicants. Candidates who have not appeared in JEE Mains 2026 are not eligible.
Q6. What type of commission is offered in TES 56?
Answer: TES 56 offers Permanent Commission in the Indian Army. After successful completion of the 4-year training, candidates are commissioned as Lieutenant.
Q7. What is the stipend during TES 56 training?
Answer: Gentleman Cadets receive a stipend of Rs. 56,100/- per month while at IMA Dehradun (during the 4th year of training). During the first 3 years at CTW, no stipend is paid.
Q8. What Engineering degree is awarded after TES 56 training?
Answer: An Engineering degree is awarded after successful completion of all 4 years of training. The stream depends on the allocated CTW — Civil and Mechanical (CME Pune), Telecom and IT (MCTE Mhow), or Electronics and Mechanical (MCEME Secunderabad).
Q9. What is the selection process for Indian Army TES 56?
Answer: The selection process is — Online Application → Shortlisting based on JEE Mains CRL → SSB Interview (5 days) → Medical Examination → Merit List → Joining Letter.
Q10. What is the CTC after commissioning in TES 56?
Answer: The approximate CTC on commissioning is Rs. 17-18 Lakhs per annum (Level 10 in Pay Matrix), excluding free medical cover and one annual home town travel.
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