Indian Army TES 57 Recruitment 2026 – 90 Posts, Apply Online by 12 Nov

The Indian Army TES 57 Recruitment 2026 notification is out. The Indian Army has opened online applications for the 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES-57) course commencing July 2027, offering 90 provisional vacancies for a Permanent Commission as Lieutenant.

Applications run from 14-10-2026 (12:00 noon) to 12-11-2026 (12:00 noon) on joinindianarmy.nic.in. Only unmarried male candidates who have secured at least 60% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics at 10+2 and appeared in JEE (Main) 2026 can apply — there is no application fee.

📌 Overview

Organization	Indian Army (Directorate General of Recruiting)
Entry Scheme	10+2 Technical Entry Scheme – Course 57 (TES-57)
Course Commencement	July 2027
Total Vacancies	90 (provisional)
Commission	Permanent Commission as Lieutenant
Official Website	joinindianarmy.nic.in

📅 Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Released	October 2026
Online Application Starts	14-10-2026 (12:00 noon)
Last Date to Apply Online	12-11-2026 (12:00 noon)
SSB Interview (expected)	February to March 2027
Course Commences	July 2027

📊 Vacancy Details

Entry	Vacancies
10+2 Technical Entry Scheme – 57	90 (provisional)
Total	90

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Unmarried male Indian citizens who have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics from a recognized board. Candidates must have appeared in JEE (Main) 2026; the Common Rank List is used for shortlisting. Candidates must also meet the prescribed physical and medical standards.

🎯 Age Limit (as on 01-07-2027)

Minimum Age	16 years 6 months
Maximum Age	19 years 6 months
Born Between	02-01-2008 and 01-01-2011 (both dates inclusive)
Marital Status	Unmarried male only

💸 Application Fee

Category	Fee
All Candidates	Nil

🧾 Selection Process

1. Application shortlisting on JEE (Main) 2026 CRL
2. SSB Interview (5 days) at Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bengaluru or Jalandhar
3. Medical examination
4. Final merit list

📥 How to Apply Online

1. Visit joinindianarmy.nic.in.
2. Click 'Officer Entry Apply / Login' and register or log in.
3. On the dashboard, click 'Apply Online' and select '10+2 TES-57 Course (July 2027)'.
4. Fill personal and educational details, including your JEE (Main) 2026 application number and roll number.
5. Verify everything and submit before 12-11-2026 (12:00 noon); take two printouts for the SSB interview.

🏢 About Organization

The Indian Army's Technical Entry Scheme gives science students a direct route to a Permanent Commission, combining a B.Tech degree with military training before commissioning as Lieutenant.

🔗 Important Links

Link	Details
Join Indian Army Portal	joinindianarmy.nic.in
TES-57 Notification	Available on the official portal

❓ FAQs

When did the Indian Army TES 57 online application start?

Online applications for the Indian Army 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme TES-57 (July 2027 course) opened on 14-10-2026 at 12:00 noon.

What is the last date to apply for Army TES 57 2026?

The last date for online application is 12-11-2026 (12:00 noon).

Where can I apply for Indian Army TES 57?

Only on the official website joinindianarmy.nic.in — under 'Officer Entry Apply / Login', choose 10+2 TES-57 Course (July 2027).

How many vacancies are there in Army TES 57?

90 provisional vacancies for the TES-57 course commencing July 2027.

What is the eligibility for Army TES 57 2026?

Unmarried male candidates who have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics with at least 60% aggregate marks, and who have appeared in JEE (Main) 2026.

What is the age limit for Army TES 57?

16 years 6 months to 19 years 6 months as on 01-07-2027 — born between 02-01-2008 and 01-01-2011 (both dates inclusive).

Is there any application fee for Army TES 57?

No — the application fee is nil for all candidates.

What is the selection process for Army TES 57?

Shortlisting on JEE (Main) 2026 CRL, five-day SSB interview, medical examination, and a final merit list.