Indian Army NCC Special Entry 124th Men & Women Merit List Released

The Indian Army has released the SSC (NCC) Special Entry 124th Course Merit List 2026 for both Men and Women candidates on its official website www.joinindianarmy.nic.in. The merit list has been released for the October 2026 course and can be checked through the official Indian Army recruitment website.

Candidates who appeared in the selection process for the NCC Special Entry 124th Course can now check their names and selection status in the respective merit list. Candidates are advised to download the merit list PDF and carefully check all details related to their selection.

The Indian Army has invited applications for the NCC Special Entry 124th Course for eligible male and female candidates. The course is scheduled to commence in October 2026.

Indian Army SSC (NCC) 124 Merit List 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Recruiting Organisation	Indian Army
Entry Name	SSC (NCC) Special Entry Scheme
Course	124th Course
Course Commencement	October 2026
Category	Men & Women
Merit List	Released
Total Vacancies	76
Men Vacancies	70
Women Vacancies	06
Selection Process	Shortlisting, SSB, Medical Examination & Merit
Training Academy	Officers Training Academy, Chennai
Training Duration	49 Weeks
Official Website	www.joinindianarmy.nic.in

Indian Army SSC NCC 124 Eligibility

Candidates applying under the NCC Special Entry category were required to fulfil the prescribed educational, NCC, and age criteria.

Candidates holding an NCC ‘C’ Certificate were required to have a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university with the prescribed minimum percentage and NCC qualifications.

Final-year graduation candidates were also eligible to apply, subject to fulfilment of the conditions mentioned in the official notification.

For Wards of Battle Casualties, the prescribed educational qualifications were applicable as per the recruitment notification.

Indian Army SSC NCC 124 Selection Process

The Indian Army NCC Special Entry recruitment follows a selection process different from entries that involve a written examination.

The major stages include:

Application
Shortlisting of Candidates
SSB Interview
Medical Examination
Final Merit List
Joining and Training

Candidates shortlisted for SSB are assessed through the various stages of the Services Selection Board process. Candidates who qualify for the SSB and medical requirements are then considered for the final merit list based on the prescribed criteria and available vacancies.

How to Check Indian Army SSC NCC 124 Merit List 2026

Candidates can follow the steps below to download and check the merit list:

Visit the official Join Indian Army website.
Go to the relevant Officer Entry section.
Look for the notification or result related to NCC Special Entry 124th Course – October 2026.
Click on the SSC NCC 124 Merit List link.
The merit list PDF will appear on the screen.
Download the PDF and open it on your device.
Use Ctrl + F on a computer or the search option on your mobile to find your name or roll number.
Check your selection status and save the merit list PDF for future reference.

Candidates should rely only on the official Indian Army website for the latest information regarding the merit list and joining instructions.

What to do after the Indian Army NCC 124 Merit List

Candidates whose names appear in the merit list should carefully read the instructions issued by the Indian Army and complete the required formalities within the prescribed timeline.

Selected candidates should keep the following documents ready:

Original educational certificates
Degree or provisional degree certificate
NCC ‘C’ Certificate
Educational mark sheets
Valid identity documents
Medical and other documents required by the Indian Army
Other documents specified in the joining instructions

Candidates should also regularly check their registered communication channels and the official Indian Army website for further instructions.

Training for Indian Army SSC NCC 124 Selected Candidates

Candidates selected through the NCC Special Entry Scheme will undergo pre-commission training at the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai.

The training duration for the NCC 124th Course is 49 weeks, after which successful candidates are commissioned into the Indian Army as Lieutenants, subject to fulfilment of the prescribed conditions.

The course is scheduled to commence in October 2026.

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