The Army NCC 123rd Special Entry Online Form has officially released the notification for the NCC Special Entry Scheme 58th Course commencing in 2025. This is a prestigious opportunity for male and female candidates who have served in the National Cadet Corps (NCC) to secure a permanent commission as an Officer in the Indian Army. This page provides a complete overview of the notification, including important dates, eligibility criteria, vacancy details, the application process, and the selection procedure.

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Quick Overview: NCC Special Entry Scheme 58th Course

Detailed Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the 58th NCC Entry:

1. Nationality

Must be a citizen of India or a subject of Bhutan/Nepal, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanently settling.

2. Age Limit

• Must be between 19 to 25 years of age as on the first day of the month in which the course is due to commence (i.e., born between 02 Jan 2001 and 01 Jan 2007, both dates inclusive).

3. Educational Qualification

• For Ward/Senior Division ‘A’ Certificate Holders:
  • Must have graduated with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university.
  • Must have served for at least two academic years in the Senior Division/Wing of the NCC.
  • Must possess a minimum of ‘B’ Grade in the ‘C’ Certificate Exam of NCC.
• For Ward/Senior Division ‘B’ Certificate Holders:
  • Must have graduated with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
  • Must have served for at least two academic years in the Senior Division/Wing of the NCC.
  • Must possess a minimum of ‘B’ Grade in the ‘B’ Certificate Exam of NCC. However, such cadets must also attend a NCC Republic Day Camp at New Delhi as a cadet.

4. NCC Certificate

• Possession of a valid and genuine NCC ‘C’ Certificate is mandatory for most candidates. The certificate should be from the same unit/associated unit as registered on the NCC Directorate portal.

Vacancy Details (Approximate)

The number of vacancies is 50 for the 58th Course. The break-up is as follows:

• Men: 45 vacancies (including 05 vacancies for Wards of Battle Casualties of Army Personnel)
• Women: 05 vacancies

Note: The number of vacancies is provisional and can be changed by the Army Headquarters at any stage.

Selection Process

The selection process for the NCC Special Entry Scheme is rigorous and consists of the following stages:

1. Shortlisting of Applications: Based on the eligibility criteria and the percentage of marks in the NCC ‘C’ Certificate, applications will be shortlisted.
2. SSB Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview at one of the SSB centers (Allahabad, Bhopal, Bangalore, or Kapurthala). The call letter will be issued via email only.
   • The SSB interview is a 5-day process that includes:
     • Stage I: Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) tests & Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PP&DT).
     • Stage II: Psychology Tests, Group Tasks, and a Personal Interview.
3. Medical Examination: Candidates who clear the SSB interview will undergo a detailed medical examination by a Board of Service Medical Officers.
4. Merit List: The final selection is based purely on merit, prepared according to the vacancies available.

How to Apply Online for NCC 58th Course 2025

Follow these steps to apply on the official website:

1. Visit the official Indian Army recruitment portal: https://joinindianarmy.nic.in.
2. Click on the ‘Officer Entry Appln/Login’ button and then on ‘Registration’.
3. If you are already registered, log in with your email and password. If not, complete the registration.
4. Fill out the online application form carefully with all personal, educational, and NCC-related details.
5. Upload the scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, NCC ‘C’ Certificate, graduation marksheets, etc.) in the prescribed format and size.
6. After verifying all details, submit the application form.
7. Take a printout of the final submitted application form for your future reference. There is no need to send any hard copies to the Selection Centre.

Application Fee: There is NO application fee for applying to the NCC Special Entry Scheme.

Important Dates (58th Course)

Training

Selected candidates will undergo pre-commissioning training at the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai. The duration of the training is 49 weeks.

On successful completion of the training, cadets will be granted a Permanent Commission in the Indian Army in the rank of Lieutenant.

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF: Click Here (Link from joinindianarmy.nic.in)
• Apply Online: https://joinindianarmy.nic.in
• Indian Army Official Website: https://indianarmy.nic.in

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Is the NCC Special Entry Scheme for Men and Women?
Ans: Yes, both male and female candidates are eligible to apply.

Q2: What is the official website to apply?
Ans: The only official website is joinindianarmy.nic.in. Do not use any other website.

Q3: Is there any application fee?
Ans: No, the application process is completely free of charge.

Q4: I have an NCC ‘B’ Certificate. Can I apply?
Ans: Yes, but only if you have attended the NCC Republic Day Camp. Preference is given to ‘C’ Certificate holders.

Q5: How will I know if I am shortlisted for the SSB?
Ans: The selection center will communicate the SSB call-up information only through the email ID provided by you in the application form. Regularly check your inbox and spam folder.

Q6: Is there a written exam for this entry?
Ans: No, there is no separate written exam conducted by UPSC or any other body. The selection is based on the SSB interview for shortlisted candidates.

Best of luck to all the aspiring candidates! Jai Hind!