Indian Army SSC JAG 125th Course Recruitment 2026

Indian Army is hiring 10 Short Service Commission (JAG) Officers for the Judge Advocate General Branch, 125th Course. If you have an LLB degree with 55% aggregate marks and a valid CLAT PG 2026 score, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 17 August 2026. You should be between 21 and 27 years old. Pay starts at Rs. 56,100 per month and goes up to Rs. 1,77,500 at the Lieutenant level.

Indian Army Short Service Commission (JAG) 125th Course Recruitment 2026 - 10 Posts

The Indian Army has opened applications for the Judge Advocate General (JAG) Entry Scheme, 125th Course, which starts training in April 2027. This is a Short Service Commission open to unmarried male and female law graduates who want to serve as legal officers in the Army. There is no written exam — shortlisting is done directly on your CLAT PG 2026 score, followed by an SSB interview and medical exam. This is a strong opportunity for law graduates looking for an officer-level government career with good pay, allowances and career growth.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: LLB degree with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks.
• Additional requirement: You must have appeared for the CLAT PG Exam 2026.
• Marital Status: Only unmarried male and female candidates can apply.

Age Limit

• You should be between 21 and 27 years old as on 1 January 2027 (born between 2 January 2000 and 1 January 2006).
• Age Relaxation: Candidates from reserved categories get relaxation as per Indian Army recruitment rules — check the official notification for exact details.

Salary

• During the 49-week training at the Officer Training Academy, Chennai, you get a stipend of Rs. 56,100 per month.
• After commissioning, you join as a Lieutenant at Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with pay ranging from Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,77,500 per month.
• You also get Military Service Pay of Rs. 15,500 per month, plus Dearness Allowance, Field Area Allowance and other benefits as applicable.
• Pay increases with promotion — Captain (Level 10B): Rs. 61,300 to Rs. 1,93,900, and Major (Level 11): Rs. 69,400 to Rs. 2,07,200.

Application Fee

• No Application Fee: This recruitment is free to apply for General, OBC, EWS, SC and ST candidates.

Selection Process

Selection for the JAG 125th Course happens in 4 stages:

1. Shortlisting: Based on your CLAT PG 2026 score — there is no separate written exam.
2. SSB Interview: A 5-day Services Selection Board interview, tentatively in November/December 2026. It has two stages, and only candidates who clear Stage I move to Stage II.
3. Medical Examination: As per Indian Army medical standards listed on joinindianarmy.nic.in.
4. Merit List and Joining Letter: Final selection is based on your SSB and medical performance, followed by the offer of a joining letter.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official portal at joinindianarmy.nic.in.
2. Click on "Officer Entry Application/Login" and register if you are a new user.
3. Log in and click "Apply Online" under your Dashboard.
4. Select Short Service Commission JAG Entry Course under Officer Selection - Eligibility.
5. Fill in your personal, education and communication details.
6. Review your application summary and submit before 17 August 2026.

Important Dates

• Online Application Start: 17 July 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 17 August 2026
• SSB Shortlisting Announced: Second week of September 2026
• SSB Interview: November/December 2026 (tentative)
• Course Commencement: April 2027

• Provide legal advice to Army units on military law, court martial procedures and disciplinary matters
• Prosecute or defend cases in General Court Martial and Summary Court Martial proceedings
• Draft legal opinions on service and administrative matters for Army units
• Help commanding officers interpret the Army Act, rules and regulations
• Represent the Army in legal proceedings before Armed Forces Tribunals
• Review contracts, agreements and administrative orders for legal compliance
• Conduct legal training sessions for troops and officers on military law