Official Job Notification Overview

The Indian Army has officially released the notification for the JAG Entry Scheme 124th Course (October 2026) for unmarried male and unmarried female law graduates. Through this entry, candidates receive a Short Service Commission (Non-Technical) in the Judge Advocate General (JAG) Branch of the Indian Army.

Additionally, selected candidates undergo 49 weeks of pre-commission training at the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai. As a result, they are commissioned as Lieutenant after successfully completing the training. Initially, the recruitment process begins with CLAT PG 2025 scores. Subsequently, it proceeds through the SSB Interview and Medical Examination.

For accurate and authoritative information, candidates should refer to the detailed course notification published on the official Indian Army website.

Job Details at a Glance

Particulars	Details
Organization	Indian Army
Entry Name	JAG Entry Scheme 124th Course
Course Commencement	October 2026
Branch	Judge Advocate General (JAG)
Commission Type	Short Service Commission (NT)
Vacancies	08 (Combined – Men & Women)
Training Academy	Officers Training Academy, Chennai
Training Duration	49 Weeks
Rank After Training	Lieutenant
Stipend During Training	₹56,100 per month
Approx. Salary (CTC)	₹17–18 Lakh per annum
Job Location	Across India
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	joinindianarmy.nic.in

Indian Army JAG Entry Eligibility Criteria

To begin with, candidates must satisfy all the eligibility conditions mentioned below:

Age Limit

• Specifically, candidates must be aged between 21 and 27 years as on 01 July 2026.
• Accordingly, candidates should be born between 02 July 1999 and 01 July 2005.

Educational Qualification

• At minimum, candidates must secure 55% aggregate marks in their LLB degree.
  • 3-year LLB after graduation OR
  • 5-year integrated LLB after 10+2
• In addition, candidates must have appeared in the CLAT PG 2025 examination.
• Moreover, candidates must be eligible for enrolment as an Advocate with the Bar Council of India.
• The LLB degree must be obtained from a university or institution recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI).

Nationality

• Applicants must be a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal, or an eligible person of Indian origin as per Indian Army rules.

Marital Status

• Only unmarried male and unmarried female candidates are eligible to apply.

Indian Army JAG Entry Selection Process

The Indian Army JAG Entry 124th Course selection process includes the following stages:

1. Online Application Submission
2. Shortlisting based on CLAT PG 2025 score
3. SSB Interview (up to 5 days)
4. Medical Examination
5. Final Merit List
6. Issue of Joining Letter

Tentatively, the SSB interview is scheduled for May–June 2026. Thereafter, shortlisted candidates can select their SSB centres and dates based on availability.

How to Apply for Indian Army JAG Entry

To apply, eligible candidates must submit their application online through the official Indian Army recruitment portal:

1. Visit joinindianarmy.nic.in
2. Click on Officer Entry Apply / Login
3. Complete registration (if not already registered)
4. Login and click Apply Online
5. Select SSC JAG Entry Scheme 124th Course
6. Fill in personal, educational and CLAT PG details carefully
7. Review the application and submit
8. Take two printouts of the final submitted application

Important Dates

• Application Opening Date: 27 January 2026 (1500 hrs)
• Application Closing Date: 27 February 2026 (1500 hrs)

Therefore, the Indian Army will not accept applications submitted after the closing date under any circumstances.

For transparency, this job post is prepared using the official Indian Army JAG Entry Scheme 124th Course notification. All details are accurate, verified, and derived directly from the official document, ensuring compliance with Lawsection.in Editorial Policy .

Finally, candidates are strongly advised to cross-verify all information. Regularly check updates on the official Indian Army website before submitting their application.