The Indian Army invites applications from unmarried male engineering graduates for the 143rd Technical Graduate Course (TGC-143) commencing in July 2026 at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun. The selected candidates will be granted a Permanent Commission in the Indian Army.
| Rank | Level | Pay (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Lieutenant | Level 10 | 56,100 – 1,77,500 |
| Captain | Level 10B | 61,300 – 1,93,900 |
| Major | Level 11 | 69,400 – 2,07,200 |
| Lieutenant Colonel | Level 12A | 1,21,200 – 2,12,400 |
| Colonel | Level 13 | 1,30,600 – 2,15,900 |
| Brigadier | Level 13A | 1,39,600 – 2,17,600 |
| Major General | Level 14 | 1,44,200 – 2,18,200 |
Additional Benefits:
The recruitment consists of the following stages:
| Activity | Minimum Standard |
|---|---|
| 2.4 km Run | 10 Minutes 30 Seconds |
| Push-Ups | 40 repetitions |
| Pull-Ups | 6 repetitions |
| Sit-Ups | 30 repetitions |
| Squats | 2 sets of 30 repetitions |
| Lunges | 2 sets of 10 repetitions |
| Swimming | Should know basic fundamentals |
Note: Candidates must be physically and medically fit as per standards available on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in. Only the date of birth mentioned in the Matriculation Certificate will be accepted as valid proof.