The Indian Army has opened online applications for the 145th Technical Graduate Course, commonly called TGC-145, for eligible unmarried male engineering graduates. The official notification invites applications for the course commencing at the Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, in July 2027. The application window opens on 30 September 2026 at 3:00 PM and closes on 29 October 2026 at 3:00 PM. No application fee is required.
TGC-145 is an officer-entry opportunity leading to Permanent Commission in the Indian Army, subject to the conditions and selection process in the official notification. Candidates should read the complete bilingual notification before applying because eligibility depends on nationality, age, engineering stream, degree recognition, final-year status and the documents required at later stages.
Indian Army TGC-145 Recruitment 2026: Key details
| Item | Official detail |
|---|---|
| Course | 145th Technical Graduate Course, July 2027 |
| Training location | Indian Military Academy, Dehradun |
| Application start | 30 September 2026 at 3:00 PM |
| Application deadline | 29 October 2026 at 3:00 PM |
| Tentative vacancies | 30 across notified engineering streams |
| Application fee | No fee |
| Age on 1 July 2027 | 20 to 27 years |
| Course status | Permanent Commission entry, subject to official terms |
Who can apply for TGC-145?
The official notice is for eligible unmarried male engineering graduates. A candidate must meet the nationality rules stated in the notification. Indian citizens are eligible, and certain Nepalese citizens or persons of Indian origin may be eligible under the specified conditions and eligibility-certificate requirements. Candidates should read that section carefully rather than assuming that every nationality category is automatically accepted.
The age limit is 20 to 27 years as on 1 July 2027. The notification gives the corresponding date-of-birth limits, so applicants should compare their official date-of-birth record with the notification instead of relying on an approximate age calculator. Age is assessed on the date specified by the Army and not on the date of online submission.
Candidates must hold an engineering degree from an institution recognized under the provisions described in the notification. The eligible disciplines include the notified engineering streams such as Civil, Electrical, Computer Science, Mechanical and Electronics, along with specified miscellaneous engineering streams. The list of acceptable degree names and stream equivalences must be checked in the official PDF. A mismatch between the engineering-stream name on the degree or marksheet and the stream selected in the online form can lead to cancellation.
Final-year engineering students
Final-year engineering students can be considered under the conditions in the notification. The Army may permit eligible final-year candidates to appear in the SSB process provisionally, but the candidate must satisfy the required academic conditions and submit the degree or provisional degree and complete marksheets within the prescribed timeline. The final cumulative percentage must meet the approved cut-off applicable to the stream. Candidates should not treat final-year eligibility as a relaxation from document or marks requirements.
Vacancy details
The notification lists a tentative total of 30 vacancies distributed across engineering streams. The stream-wise figures reported include Civil, Electrical, Computer Science, Mechanical, Electronics and miscellaneous engineering streams. These vacancies are tentative and may be changed or re-appropriated according to organisational requirements. The vacancy count should therefore be treated as an official planning figure rather than a permanent guarantee of a fixed number of seats.
The notification also explains that recommended candidates whose merit is not within the allotted vacancies of their respective stream may be offered the Short Service Commission Technical Course, subject to the applicable eligibility conditions and availability of unutilised vacancies. Candidates should read the exact terms in the official notification because such an option is not automatic and depends on the Army’s requirements and the individual candidate’s eligibility.
How to apply online
- Open the official Join Indian Army officers notification page.
- Read the official TGC-145 notification in full.
- Use the official application link to create or access the candidate account.
- Enter personal, nationality, education and engineering-stream details exactly as shown on original documents.
- Upload the required photograph, certificates and marksheets in the prescribed format.
- Review the complete form carefully, especially the engineering-stream selection and personal names.
- Submit the form before 29 October 2026 at 3:00 PM and save the acknowledgement.
There is no application fee, so candidates should be cautious if any unofficial website demands payment to submit the TGC-145 application. Use only the official Join Indian Army domain for registration and notifications. Save the application number and a copy of the final submitted form for future correspondence.
Selection procedure
The selection process begins with shortlisting of applications. Integrated Headquarters of the Ministry of Defence (Army) may shortlist candidates based on the vacancy-to-call-up ratio for each engineering discipline or stream. The cut-off is applied using the cumulative percentage of marks obtained up to the final semester or year, subject to the conditions for final-year candidates. Shortlisting is not the same as selection and does not guarantee an SSB call for every applicant.
Shortlisted candidates are called for the Services Selection Board interview. The official notification provides instructions about SSB scheduling and document submission. Candidates must carry the degree or provisional degree and all semester or annual marksheets required by the notice. After SSB, candidates undergo the prescribed medical examination. Final selection is based on the applicable merit and vacancy conditions, followed by joining instructions for candidates who are recommended and medically fit.
Physical preparation and document accuracy
The notification sets minimum physical standards before joining the training academy, including a 2.4-kilometre run, push-ups, pull-ups, sit-ups, squats and lunges. Candidates should read the official standards and begin preparation gradually. Physical readiness is only one part of the process; academic records, SSB performance, medical fitness and merit also matter.
Document accuracy is especially important for TGC-145. The notice warns that differences between the name on academic documents and the online application may require an affidavit, while concealment of information or false information can result in cancellation. Applicants should check the spelling of their own name and parents’ names before submitting. Engineering-stream names should be matched with the degree certificate and marksheets. Keep original documents, provisional certificates and complete semester records ready for SSB and later verification.
Important questions
What is the last date to apply for Indian Army TGC-145?
The official application closes on 29 October 2026 at 3:00 PM.
How many vacancies are announced?
The official notification lists 30 tentative vacancies across notified engineering streams. The Army may change or re-appropriate vacancies according to organisational requirements.
What is the TGC-145 age limit?
The age is 20 to 27 years as on 1 July 2027, subject to the date-of-birth conditions in the official notification.
Is there an application fee?
No application fee is required.
Where can candidates apply?
Applications should be submitted through the official Join Indian Army website after reading the TGC-145 notification.
Official source and transparency note
This article is based on the Indian Army TGC-145 official notification and the official Join Indian Army recruitment website, with the latest source update used to identify the recruitment opening. Candidates must follow the English version of the official notification if any difference appears between the bilingual versions, and should check the official site for later amendments or joining instructions. Google News or Google Discover inclusion is not guaranteed.