The Indian Army has announced the Indian Army TES 57 Notification 2026 for the 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES)-57 course starting in July 2027. Unmarried male candidates who have passed Class 12 with at least 60% in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) and appeared in JEE (Mains) 2026 can apply.
The online application will be open at joinindianarmy.nic.in from 14 October to 12 November 2026, and there is no application fee. Selected candidates get an engineering degree and a Permanent Commission as Lieutenant in the Indian Army. Read on for the TES 57 vacancy, eligibility, age limit, selection process and steps to apply.
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Indian Army TES 57 Notification 2026 Out
The Indian Army has published a short notice in Employment News inviting applications for the 10+2 TES-57 course (July 2027). The detailed Indian Army TES 57 Notification 2026 will be available on joinindianarmy.nic.in from 14 October 2026, when the application window opens. Appearing in JEE (Mains) 2026 is mandatory for TES-57, in addition to 60% marks in PCM in Class 12.
Indian Army TES 57 Notification PDF
Indian Army TES 57 Recruitment 2026 Overview
Candidates for Indian Army TES 57 are shortlisted on their JEE (Mains) 2026 score and then selected through the SSB interview and medical exam. There is no written exam or fee.
| Indian Army TES 57 Recruitment 2026 – Overview | |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Army |
| Entry Name | 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES)-57 |
| Course Start | July 2027 |
| Post | Lieutenant (Permanent Commission) |
| Vacancies | 90 (as per previous TES courses) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Apply Online Dates | 14 October to 12 November 2026 |
| Qualification | Class 12 with min. 60% in PCM + JEE (Mains) 2026 |
| Age Limit | 16½ to 19½ years (as on 1 July 2027) |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection Process | JEE Mains shortlisting, SSB Interview, Medical |
| Official Website | joinindianarmy.nic.in |
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Indian Army TES 57 Important Dates
The Indian Army TES 57 online application opens on 14 October 2026 and closes on 12 November 2026. SSB interview dates will be shared later with shortlisted candidates.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notice in Employment News | October 2026 |
| Detailed Notification Release | 14 October 2026 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Apply Online Last Date | 12 November 2026 |
| SSB Interview Dates | To be notified |
| Course Commencement | July 2027 |
Indian Army TES 57 Vacancy 2026
The short notice does not mention the number of seats. Recent TES courses have had 90 vacancies, and TES-57 is expected to be similar; the exact number will be confirmed in the detailed notification on 14 October 2026.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Lieutenant (10+2 TES-57) | 90 (expected) | Class 12 with min. 60% in PCM + JEE (Mains) 2026 |
Indian Army TES 57 Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must meet the Indian Army TES 57 eligibility on qualification, age and marital status. The PCM and JEE conditions come from the official notice; the other conditions follow previous TES notifications and will be confirmed in the detailed notification.
Indian Army TES 57 Educational Qualification
- Passed Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
- Minimum 60% aggregate marks in PCM.
- Must have appeared in JEE (Mains) 2026 – this is mandatory.
Indian Army TES 57 Age Limit
The age limit is 16½ to 19½ years as on 1 July 2027. Based on previous TES rules, candidates should be born roughly between 2 January 2008 and 1 January 2011; check the exact dates in the detailed notification.
Other Conditions
- Nationality: Citizen of India (other categories as per Army rules).
- Gender and marital status: Only unmarried male candidates (as per previous TES notifications).
- Medical: Must meet Army medical standards and be physically fit.
Indian Army TES 57 Apply Online 2026
The Indian Army TES 57 application can be submitted only online at joinindianarmy.nic.in between 14 October and 12 November 2026.
Steps to Apply Online for Indian Army TES 57
- Visit joinindianarmy.nic.in.
- Click Officer Entry Apply/Login and register with your details (skip if already registered).
- Log in with your registered email/ID and password.
- Open the Dashboard and click Apply Online.
- Click Apply against 10+2 TES-57 Course (July 2027).
- Fill in personal details, Class 10 and 12 marks, and your JEE (Mains) 2026 details.
- Check all details, click Submit, and take a printout of the application (two copies are usually needed at SSB).
Indian Army TES 57 Apply Online Link – Active from 14 October 2026
Indian Army TES 57 Application Fee
There is no application fee for Indian Army TES 57. Army recruitment is completely free and transparent, so beware of touts.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | Rs 0 (Nil) |
| Mode of Payment | Not applicable |
Indian Army TES 57 Selection Process 2026
There is no written exam for Indian Army TES 57. Selection is done in the following stages:
- Shortlisting based on JEE (Mains) 2026 scores. Shortlisted candidates are informed by email/SMS and through their login.
- SSB Interview – a 5-day, two-stage process at Selection Centres (Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bengaluru, Kapurthala and others, as allotted).
- Document Verification.
- Medical Examination by a Military Medical Board.
- Final Merit List based on SSB marks, subject to medical fitness and available vacancies.
Indian Army TES 57 Training and Salary
As per previous TES notifications, the total training period is 5 years, after which candidates get a B.Tech degree and a Permanent Commission in the Indian Army as Lieutenant.
| Phase | Duration | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Military Training | 1 year | Officers Training Academy (OTA), Gaya |
| Technical Training – Phase I | 3 years | CME Pune / MCTE Mhow / MCEME Secunderabad |
| Technical Training – Phase II (after commission) | 1 year | Same institutes |
- After 4 years of training, cadets are commissioned as Lieutenant.
- A stipend is paid during the final phase of training, as per Army rules.
- After commission, officers get pay at Level 10 (Rs 56,100 – Rs 1,77,500) plus Military Service Pay and other allowances.
Exact training details and stipend will be confirmed in the TES-57 detailed notification.
Indian Army TES 57 Notification 2026 – FAQs
Q1. When will the Indian Army TES 57 online application start?
The online application for Indian Army TES 57 starts on 14 October 2026 at joinindianarmy.nic.in.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for Indian Army TES 57?
The last date to apply online is 12 November 2026.
Q3. Is JEE Mains compulsory for Indian Army TES 57?
Yes, appearing in JEE (Mains) 2026 is mandatory, along with at least 60% marks in PCM in Class 12.
Q4. What is the age limit for Indian Army TES 57?
The age limit is 16½ to 19½ years as on 1 July 2027.
Q5. How many vacancies are there in Indian Army TES 57?
About 90 vacancies are expected, as in previous TES courses. The exact number will be in the detailed notification.
Q6. Is there any application fee for Indian Army TES 57?
No, the application is free for all candidates.
Q7. What is the selection process for Indian Army TES 57?
Shortlisting on JEE (Mains) 2026 scores, followed by the SSB interview, document verification and medical exam.
Q8. When does the TES 57 course start?
The TES-57 course starts in July 2027.
