Indian Army TES-55 Notification 2025 Out- Check Now

Army 10+2 TES 55 Recruitment 2025 - Apply for Technical Entry Scheme

If you have just completed your 12th class in Physics, Chemistry, and Maths and wish to wear the Indian Army uniform, here is a chance for you! The Indian Army has released the official notification for the TES (Technical Entry Scheme) 55 for the July 2026 course. This entry allows young candidates to join the Army directly after school as officers without undergoing the NDA exam.

Let’s discuss the important points in a simple way

Short Details – Army TES 55 Recruitment 2025

Important Dates

Eligibility Criteria

Here’s what you need to know before applying for TES 55:

1. Educational Qualification

• Candidates should have already cleared 10+2 (Intermediate) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) subjects.
• They should have, at a minimum, 60% aggregate marks in PCM.
• Must have appeared in JEE (Mains) 2025 exam - this is mandatory for shortlisting.

2. Age Limit

• The candidate should be between 16½ and 19½ years as on the first day of the month the course commences.
• That implies candidates born between 2nd Jan 2006 and 1st Jan 2009 (both dates inclusive) are eligible.

3. Nationality

• Must be an unmarried male candidate and a citizen of India (some exceptions allowed for subjects of Nepal, Bhutan, etc., as per Govt. norms).

Vacancy Details

Selection Process

The selection process for Army TES 55 is straightforward but thorough. Here’s how it works:

• Shortlisting of Applications:

Based on your JEE (Mains) 2025 score and PCM percentage, the Army shortlists candidates.

• SSB Interview:

Shortlisted candidates are called for SSB Interview — a 5-day personality and psychological evaluation conducted at selection centres like Allahabad, Bhopal, Bangalore, or Kapurthala.

• Medical Examination:

Those who clear the SSB will undergo a comprehensive medical test to ensure they meet the required physical standards.

• Final Merit List:

A merit list is prepared based on SSB performance and medical fitness. Finally, selected candidates join the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun, for training.

Training Details

• Location: Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun
• Type: Pre-commission training

Duration: 4 years (divided into two parts)

• 3 years of engineering training
• 1 year of military training at IMA

After successful completion, cadets are granted Permanent Commission in the Army as Lieutenants.

How to Apply for Army TES 55

Here’s a quick step-by-step guide to apply online:

1. Visit the official website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
2. Click on “Officers Entry Apply/Login” and select “Registration” (if a new user).
3. After registration, click on Apply Online under TES 55 Entry.
4. Fill in all details carefully, personal, academic, and JEE-related information.
5. Upload required documents (as per the given format).
6. Check all entries before submitting the form.
7. Take a printout of the application form for future reference.

Why Choose the TES Entry Route?

The TES entry is perfect for those who:

• Want to serve the nation as an officer without going through the NDA.
• Have a knack for technology, innovation, and leadership.
• Dream of earning an engineering degree while training to become a commissioned officer.

This route not only gives you an Army career but also a professional engineering education, making it one of the most respected opportunities after 12th.

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Download the Short Notification of the Indian Army TES-55