Indian Army has released the official notification for the Indian Army SSC Tech 66th Women Course 2026, inviting eligible women engineering graduates and widows of defence personnel for Short Service Commission as Technical Officers. This is a golden opportunity for women engineers to join the Indian Army as commissioned officers, with training at OTA Chennai from April 2026.
Below you’ll find eligibility, age, branch-wise vacancies, stepwise online application, salary, selection process, exam pattern, important links, and so on.
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Indian Army SSC Tech 66th Women Course Notification 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Indian Army |
| Post Name | SSC (Tech) 66th Women (Technical Officer) |
| Advertisement No. | SSCW (Tech)-66 (Apr 2026) |
| Total Vacancies | 29 + 2 (widows entry: 1 tech, 1 non-tech) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | OTA Chennai / All India |
| Official Website | joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 16 July 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 23 July 2025 (3:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 August 2025 (3:00 PM) |
| SSB Interview Window | To be announced |
| Course Commencement | April 2026 |
Application Fee
- No application fee required. Apply free of charge on the official portal.
Age Limit (as on 1 April 2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 27 years
(Born between 1 April 1999 and 31 March 2006; both days inclusive) - For Widows of Defence Personnel: Maximum 35 years (Tech & Non-Tech entry)
Vacancy Details: Branch/Stream-wise Seats
Below is the official stream-wise breakup for women candidates (including widows entry):
| Engineering Branch | Vacancies (Women) |
|---|---|
| Civil (incl. Structural/Building) | 7 |
| Mechanical | 9 |
| Electrical / Electrical & Electronics | 3 |
| Electronics / Electronics & Communication | 6 |
| Computer Science / IT | 4 |
| Miscellaneous* | 0 |
| Total (General) | 29 |
| Widows Entry (Technical – Any Stream) | 1 |
| Widows Entry (Non-Technical – Any Grad) | 1 |
*Miscellaneous includes streams like Production, Architecture, Environmental, as notified.
Note: Branch on your degree/marksheet must exactly match a notified stream. All numbers are based on the official PDF as of July 2025.
Indian Army SSC Tech 66th Women Course Eligibility Criteria
- Education:
- B.E./B.Tech in relevant stream as above (final year students eligible if degree complete by 1 April 2026).
- Widows (Tech Entry): B.E./B.Tech in ANY stream.
- Widows (Non-Tech): Graduation in ANY discipline.
- Nationality: Indian citizen, subject of Nepal, Bhutan, or other permitted category (see PDF).
- Marital Status:
- Unmarried women for normal SSCW(Tech).
- Widows of Defence Personnel (marital status at time of application immaterial).
- Physical/Medical: Meet standard Army medical and fitness norms (see Physical Standards below).
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How to Apply for Indian Army SSC Tech 66th women Course online form 2026
- Visit the official portal: joinindianarmy.nic.in
- Click “OFFICERS ENTRY APPLY/LOGIN”, register as a new user.
- Complete your profile, fill in the SSCW (Tech) 66 Apr 2026 form accurately.
- Select engineering stream exactly as per degree/notification.
- Upload photo, signature, and required certificates.
- Submit form (no fee). Print/save confirmation for SSB.
Important Links
| Link Type | Access Here |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Indian Army SSC Tech Salary & Benefits
- Stipend during training (OTA): ₹56,100 per month.
- After Commission (Lieutenant): Level 10B (₹56,100–₹1,77,500) + DA, HRA, Military Service Pay, LTC, insurance, pension/NPS & all Army perks.
- Other: Free medical, CSD, canteen, annual leave, career growth.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on engineering marks (cut-off may differ by branch)
- SSB Interview (5-day process):
- Stage 1: OIR, PPDT
- Stage 2: Psych tests, group tasks, PI
- Medical examination as per Army standards
- Final merit list based on SSB + medical fitness
- Document verification at OTA Chennai
Exam Pattern
- No written exam—shortlisting by academic marks, followed by SSB Interview only.
- Final year students must present proof of degree before course commencement.
Indian Army SSC Tech Physical Standards (Women Candidates)
You must meet the Army’s minimum physical and medical guidelines, as tested at SSB and before joining OTA Chennai:
| Parameter | Required Standard (Women) |
|---|---|
| Height | Minimum 152 cm* |
| Weight | Minimum 42 kg (proportionate to height) |
| 2.4 Km Run | Within 13 min |
| Push-ups | 15 reps (not compulsory at entry, but recommended) |
| Pull-ups | 2 reps (assisted/optional) |
| Sit-ups | 25 |
| Squats | 2 sets of 30 reps |
| Lunges | 2 sets of 10 reps |
| Vision | 6/6, 6/18 (correctable) |
| Chest Expansion | Good development is essential |
| Swimming | Should know basics (recommended) |
*Relaxations for certain regions as per Indian Army annexure.
- Medical standards: No flat feet, knock knees, color blindness, or major illnesses. See full Army guidelines in PDF for eye, dental, hearing, and mental health standards.
- Candidates meeting physical but not medical standards will be disqualified.
FAQs – Indian Army SSC Tech 66th Women Course 2026
What is the last date for SSC Tech 66th Women application?
The last date is 21 August 2025 (3:00 PM). Apply early so you don’t miss the deadline!
Who can apply for SSC Tech 66th Women?
Unmarried women having B.E./B.Tech in a notified branch (final year OK if cleared by April 2026).
Widows of Defence Personnel can apply for tech (engineering) or non-tech (any graduate) entry up to 35 years.
Is there any application fee for this officer recruitment?
No. Application for Indian Army SSCW (Tech) is 100% free.
How many seats and what is the branch-wise females seats?
29 seats for women (Civil: 7, Mech: 9, Electrical: 3, ECE: 6, CS/IT: 4) and 2 for widows.
What’s the selection process?
Shortlisting by engineering marks, followed by SSB Interview and Army medical. No written test for anyone.
What are the physical standards for women?
The physical standards for women is Height: 152 cm (relaxation for some regions), weight: 42 kg+, 2.4 km run in 13 mins. Good general health, Army medical fitness mandatory.
What is the stipend/salary for SSC Tech Women Officers?
The stipend/salary for SSC Tech Women Officers is ₹56,100/month stipend during training; up to ₹1.77 lakh + full Army allowances after joining as Lieutenant.
Can final year students apply for SSCW Tech 66th?
Yes, but you must be able to submit degree/provisional proof by April 2026 or before joining OTA.
