🇮🇳 Indian Army SSC Tech Recruitment 2015 – Apply for 121 Vacancies
The Indian Army invited applications for the Short Service Commission (SSC) Technical Entry Scheme 2015, offering a remarkable opportunity for unmarried male and female engineering graduates and widows of defence personnel to serve the nation as commissioned officers. This recruitment drive was conducted for the 45th Short Service Commission (Technical) for Men and the 16th Short Service Commission (Technical) for Women course, scheduled to commence in October 2015 at the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai.
📌 Key Highlights
- Organization: Indian Army
- Course Name: SSC Tech – 45 (Men) & SSC Tech – 16 (Women)
- Total Vacancies: 121
- Application Mode: Online
- Closing Date: 09 July 2015
- Training Location: Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai
📊 Vacancy Details
| Entry Type | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| SSC Tech – 45 (Men) | 100 |
| SSC Tech – 16 (Women) | 19 |
| Widows of Defence Personnel (Tech & Non-Tech) | 2 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
For SSC Tech Men and Women:
- Age Limit: 20 to 27 years (Born between 02 October 1988 and 01 October 1995)
- Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must have completed or be in the final year of their Engineering Degree from a recognized university.
- Candidates in the final year must produce proof of passing the degree course within 12 weeks from the date of commencement of training.
For Widows of Defence Personnel:
- For Technical Entry (BE/B.Tech): Age 20 to 31 years
- For Non-Tech (Graduate in any discipline): Age 19 to 29 years
- Note: Widow candidates must not have remarried.
🛠️ Engineering Disciplines Eligible
Eligible streams include:
- Civil / Building Construction Technology
- Mechanical / Automobile / Workshop Technology
- Electrical / Electrical & Electronics
- Electronics / Telecommunication / Satellite Communication
- Computer Science / IT / Software Systems
- Architecture
- Instrumentation
- Metallurgical / Production / Industrial Engineering
- Biotechnology / Medical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
📝 Selection Process
The selection process for SSC Tech Entry comprises the following stages:
- Shortlisting of Applications: Based on cut-off marks set by the Indian Army for each engineering discipline.
- SSB Interview:
- Two-stage selection process: Stage I (Screening) and Stage II (Psychological Tests, Group Testing, Interview)
- Conducted at Selection Centres in Allahabad, Bhopal, Bangalore, and Kapurthala
- Medical Examination: Candidates recommended by SSB undergo a thorough medical test.
- Final Merit List: Based on SSB marks (subject to being medically fit and meeting eligibility).
🎖️ Training & Commission
- Location: Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai
- Duration: 49 weeks
- Commission: Candidates will be granted Short Service Commission in the rank of Lieutenant upon successful completion.
💰 Stipend & Pay Scale
- Stipend during Training: ₹21,000 per month (₹15,600 + ₹5,400 Grade Pay)
- After Commission:
- Rank: Lieutenant
- Pay Band: As per 6th CPC Pay Matrix Level 10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500)
- Other Benefits:
- Free rations, medical facilities, CSD facilities
- Govt accommodation and leave entitlements
- Group insurance and pension schemes (as per rules)
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | June 2015 (exact date not specified) |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 July 2015 |
| SSB Interview Period | As notified to shortlisted candidates |
| Course Commencement | October 2015 |
📌 How to Apply
Eligible candidates were required to apply online only through the official Indian Army website:
Steps:
- Visit the official recruitment website.
- Click on “Officers Entry – Apply/Login”.
- Fill in all the required details and upload scanned documents.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
📎 Important Notes
- Applications received by post were not accepted.
- No application fee was required.
- The Indian Army reserved the right to shortlist candidates based on qualifications and academic performance.
🛡️ Conclusion
The Indian Army SSC Technical Recruitment 2015 provided a golden opportunity for young engineers to serve the nation with pride and honor. With structured training, a disciplined environment, and unmatched benefits, this recruitment drive attracted thousands of motivated candidates from across the country.
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