The Army NCC Special Entry Scheme 2025 is a golden opportunity for National Cadet Corps (NCC) certificate holders to join the Indian Army as officers. The 58th Course is scheduled to commence in 2025, and interested candidates can apply through the official website. This article covers all the important details such as eligibility, selection process, important dates, and how to apply.
Overview of Army NCC Special Entry Scheme 2025
Feature
Details
Scheme Name
Army NCC Special Entry Scheme 2025
Course Number
58th Course
Conducted By
Indian Army
Application Mode
Online
Eligibility
NCC Certificate Holders (Men & Women)
Selection Process
Shortlisting, SSB Interview, Medical Examination
Army NCC Special Entry Scheme 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must be:
A citizen of India, or
A subject of Nepal, or
A person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, and other specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Age Limit for Army NCC
Minimum: 19 years
Maximum: 25 years
Age relaxation is not applicable.
Educational Qualification
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with a minimum of 50% overall marks.
Candidates studying in the final year of graduation can apply, provided they secure 50% marks in the first two/three years.
NCC Certificate Requirement
Possession of an NCC ‘C’ certificate with at least a ‘B’ grade is required.
Should have served for at least two academic years in the Senior Division/Wing of NCC.
Selection Process
Applications are scrutinized based on eligibility.
Shortlisted candidates receive a call for the SSB Interview
Conducted in two stages at Selection Centers in Allahabad, Bhopal, Bangalore, or Kapurthala.
Stage 1: Screening Test (including Picture Perception & Description Test)
Stage 2: Psychological Test, Group Testing, Interview, and Conference.
Selected candidates undergo a medical test at Army hospitals.
Fitness is a key criterion for final selection.
The ultimate selection depends on the candidate’s SSB assessment and medical eligibility.
Important Dates
Event
Date (Tentative)
Notification Release
March 2025
Online Application Start
March 2025
Last Date to Apply
April 2025
SSB Interview
June – September 2025
Course Commencement
October 2025
Apoplication Process for Army NCC Special Entry Scheme
Visit the official Indian Army website
Click on “Officer Entry Apply/Login”.
Select NCC Special Entry Scheme.
Fill in the required details carefully.
Upload necessary documents such as:
Scanned Photograph & Signature
NCC Certificate
Graduation Marksheet
Complete the application process and print a copy for future reference.
Training and Pay Scale
Training is conducted at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai.
Duration: 49 weeks.
Candidates must sign a 10-year service agreement (extendable).
