Indian Army TES 56 Recruitment 2026 notification released for 90 vacancies. Check eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process, last date and apply online details here.
Indian Army has officially released the notification for 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme TES-56 Course starting from January 2027.
Candidates who have passed 12th with PCM and appeared in JEE Main 2026 can now apply online for this prestigious officer entry scheme.
This recruitment is becoming highly popular among defence aspirants because it offers direct entry into Army officer training after Class 12 without any written examination like NDA.
Indian Army TES 56 Recruitment 2026 Overview
- Organization : Indian Army
- Entry Name : 10+2 Technical Entry Scheme (TES-56)
- Total Posts : 90
- Course Start : January 2027
- Application Mode : Online
- Official Website : joinindianarmy.nic.in
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Form Start | 13 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 June 2026 |
| SSB Interview | Notify Later |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility conditions:
- Only unmarried male candidates can apply
- Must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics
- Minimum 60% aggregate marks in PCM subjects
- JEE Main 2026 appeared candidates are eligible
Age Limit
Candidates should be born between:
- 01 July 2007 to 01 July 2010
Age relaxation will be applicable as per Indian Army rules.
Selection Process
The selection process for TES 56 will include:
- Shortlisting based on JEE Main score
- SSB Interview
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
No written examination will be conducted for TES entry.
TES 56 Training Details
Selected candidates will undergo:
- Basic Military Training
- Technical Engineering Training
- Total training duration around 5 years
After successful completion, candidates will get Permanent Commission in the Indian Army.
Salary & Benefits
After commissioning as Lieutenant, candidates will receive:
- Starting Pay : ₹56,100/- per month
- Military Service Pay
- Free Medical Facilities
- Canteen Benefits
- Pension & Other Army Allowances
Why TES Entry Is Special?
TES entry is considered one of the best career opportunities after 12th science because candidates directly move toward becoming an Army Officer along with technical education.
Unlike Agniveer recruitment, TES provides:
- Permanent Commission
- Officer Rank
- Engineering Training
- Long Term Career Stability
Every year lakhs of defence aspirants wait for TES notification due to limited vacancies and high respect associated with Army officer positions.
How To Apply Online?
- Visit the official Indian Army website
- Open TES-56 Recruitment 2026 link
- Complete registration process
- Fill application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Submit and take printout
Candidates are advised to apply before the last date because heavy traffic is usually seen during final application days.