Indian Army TGC-145 Recruitment 2026 | Technical Graduate Course | IMA Dehradun

Indian Army has announced a job notification for the post of Technical Graduate Course (TGC-145), which starts in July 2027. Students from various disciplines can apply for Indian Army TGC Recruitment 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can read more details below for Careers, Recruitment, Eligibility, Requirements, Salary, Skills, etc

Indian Army TGC 145 Recruitment – Overview

Indian Army TGC 145 Educational Qualification:

• BE/B. Tech /M.Sc. Computer Science Degree in the following Engineering streams:
  – Civil
  – Architecture 
  – Building Construction & Technology
  – Computer Science and Engineering
  – Computer Technology
  – M.Sc. Computer Science
  – Information Technology
  – Electrical Engineering
  – Electrical and Electronics
  – Electronics and Communication Engineering
  – Electronics & Instrumentation
  – Instrumentation
  – Electronics Engineering
  – Electronics & Telecommunication
  – Telecommunication
  – Opto Electronics
  – Micro Electronics & Microwave
  – Fibre Optics
  – Satellite Communication
  – Mechanical Engineering
  – Production
  – Automobile
  – Industrial
  – Industrial / Manufacturing
  – Industrial Engg & Management 
  – Workshop Technology
  – Aeronautical
  – Aerospace
  – Avionics
  – Plastic Technology
  – Remote Sensing
  – Ballistics
  – Biomedical Engg
  – Food Technology
  – Agriculture
  – Metallurgical
  – Metallurgy and Explosive
  – Laser Tech
  – Biotechnology 
  – Rubber Technology
  – Chemical Engineering
  – Transportation Engineering
  – Mining
  – Nuclear Technology
  – Textile
• Candidates studying in the final year of an engineering degree course should be able to submit proof of passing the Engineering Degree Examination along with marksheets of all semesters/years by 01 Jul 2027 and produce the Engineering Degree Certificate within 12 weeks from the date of commencement of training at Indian Military Academy (IMA). Such candidates will be inducted on Additional Bond Basis for recovery of the cost of training at Indian Military Academy (IMA) as notified from time to time as well as stipend and pay & allowances paid, in case they fail to produce the requisite degree certificate.

Indian Army TGC 145 Vacancy Details:

Indian Army TGC 145 Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit:

As per the Indian Army TGC 145 Recruitment 2026, the age limit should between must be between 20 and 27 years as on 1 July 2027, born not earlier than 01 July 2000 and not later than 01 July 2007.

APPLICATION FEE

• No Application Fee is required for the Contenders to send the Indian Army Technical Graduate Course Application Form.

Indian Army TGC 145 Selection Process

For candidates who are applying for this Indian Army TGC Recruitment 2026, the selection process is 

• Shortlisting
• SSB Stage 1 
• SSB Stage 2 
• Medical Examination
• SSB Marks-based Merit 
• IMA Joining

Indian Army TGC 145 Salary Details:

TGC Indian Army Salary will be given as per Indian Army Norms.

Indian Army TGC-145 Recruitment- Frequently Asked Questions:

• What is the Indian Army TGC-145 recruitment?
  The TGC-145 is the 145th Technical Graduate Course commencing in July 2027 at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun, which grants a Permanent Commission in the Indian Army.

• Who is eligible to apply for TGC-145?
  Unmarried male Engineering Graduates who meet the nationality requirements (Indian citizens, subjects of Nepal, or eligible persons of Indian origin) can apply.

• What is the age limit for the TGC-145 entry?
  Candidates must be between 20 and 27 years of age as of 01 July 2027. Specifically, applicants must be born not earlier than 01 July 2000 and not later than 30 June 2007.

• What are the educational qualifications required?
  Candidates must hold a BE/B.Tech or M.Sc Computer Science degree in one of the specific engineering streams notified by the Indian Army (e.g., Civil, Computer Science, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical).

• Are final-year engineering students eligible to apply?
  Yes. Candidates in their final year can apply, provided they submit proof of passing their Engineering Degree Examination along with all semester mark sheets by 01 July 2027.

• How many vacancies are available in TGC-145?
  There are 30 tentative vacancies distributed across various engineering streams (e.g., Civil: 8, Computer Science: 6, Mechanical: 6, Electronics: 6).

• What are the important dates for the online application?
  The online application opens on 30 September 2026 at 3:00 PM and closes on 29 October 2026 at 3:00 PM.

• What is the selection procedure for TGC-145?
  The process includes the shortlisting of online applications based on cumulative degree percentages, a two-stage Service Selection Board (SSB) Interview, and a final Medical Examination for recommended candidates.

• Where will the SSB interviews be conducted?
  Shortlisted candidates will be called for SSB interviews at one of the Selection Centres located in Prayagraj (UP), Bhopal (MP), Bengaluru (Karnataka), or Jalandhar (Punjab).

• Where does the training take place and for how long? The pre-commission training is conducted at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun, and lasts for approximately 12 months.

• How much stipend do cadets receive during training? Gentlemen Cadets receive a fixed stipend of ₹56,100 per month (the starting pay in Level 10 of the Pay Matrix) during their entire training period at IMA.

• What rank is granted upon successful completion of training? Upon successful completion of the 12-month training at IMA, cadets are granted a Permanent Commission in the Indian Army at the rank of Lieutenant, including one year of ante-date seniority for pay and promotion purposes.