Technical Entry Scheme (TES-57) – Officer Cadet

Job Title
Technical Entry Scheme (TES-57) – Officer Cadet

Company Name
Indian Army – Government of India

Role:
Technical Officer Trainee / Officer Cadet (Permanent Commission)

Job ID
TES-57 (July 2027 Course)

Category
Government Jobs

Experience Level
Entry Level – Freshers

Job Location
Training at Cadet Training Wings (CTWs) at Pune, Mhow or Secunderabad, followed by training at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun. Final allocation is determined by the Indian Army.

Work Mode
On-site – Military and engineering training

Company Overview:
The Indian Army is the land-based branch of the Indian Armed Forces, operating under the Government of India. It recruits and trains eligible candidates for commissioned officer positions in various arms and services.

Organizational Overview
The Technical Entry Scheme (TES) provides eligible candidates who have completed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) an entry route into technical officer training. The programme combines military training with engineering education and leads to a Permanent Commission upon successful completion of the prescribed training and selection requirements.

Role Summary/Purpose
Selected candidates undergo four years of integrated basic military and engineering training. Candidates who successfully complete the programme are awarded an engineering degree and granted a Permanent Commission in the Indian Army as Lieutenants, subject to the applicable requirements.

Key Responsibilities
- Complete integrated military and engineering training.
- Maintain military discipline and comply with training regulations.
- Meet the prescribed academic, medical and physical fitness standards.
- Participate in military exercises, physical conditioning and leadership development.
- Successfully complete the Service Selection Board (SSB) selection process, medical examination and training requirements.
- Prepare for technical and leadership responsibilities within the assigned Army arm or service.

Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be an unmarried male candidate under the published TES-57 notification.
- Must satisfy the prescribed nationality requirements.
- Must be between 16½ and 19½ years of age as of 1 July 2027.
- Date of birth must fall between 1 January 2008 and 1 January 2011, inclusive.
- Must have appeared in JEE (Main) 2026.
- Must satisfy the prescribed medical and physical standards.
- Must comply with the notification's conduct, documentation and other eligibility conditions.

Education:
Passed Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent from a recognised education board, with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) and a minimum aggregate of 60% in these subjects.

Total Experience:
No prior professional experience required.

Required Skills & Knowledge
- Strong foundation in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
- Physical fitness and endurance.
- Discipline and ability to follow military instructions.
- Teamwork, communication and leadership potential.
- Willingness to undertake military and engineering training.
- Ability to meet academic, medical and physical training requirements.

Desired Skills & Knowledge:
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
- Adaptability in challenging environments.
- Decision-making and teamwork.
- Interest in engineering and military technology.
- Commitment to service, integrity and responsibility.

Work Timings & Flexibility:
Full-time residential military training with a structured and disciplined schedule. Training hours, physical activities, academic sessions, duties and leave are governed by Indian Army regulations and training requirements.

Application Dates:
14 October 2026 to 12 November 2026, closing at 12:00 noon as stated in the supplied notification.

Vacancies:
90 provisional vacancies, subject to change based on organisational requirements.

Selection Process:
Online Application → Shortlisting based on JEE (Main) Common Rank List (CRL) → SSB Interview → Medical Examination → Merit List → Joining Letter.

Training Duration:
Four years (three years at the designated Cadet Training Wing followed by one year at IMA, Dehradun).

Salary & Benefits:
- Training stipend: ₹56,100 per month during the specified period at IMA, as stated in the notification.
- Rank after successful completion: Lieutenant.
- Pay Level 10: ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 per month, plus applicable allowances and benefits under prevailing rules.
- Permanent Commission, subject to successful completion of training and the applicable requirements.



Important Note:
This description is a structured summary of the supplied notification, not a separate official job advertisement. Verify the complete official TES-57 notification and all eligibility requirements on the Indian Army website before applying.