The Technical Graduate Course (TGC) is a prestigious entry scheme for engineering graduates aspiring to serve as commissioned officers in the Indian Army. This entry is tailored to leverage technical expertise and offers an enriching career path for individuals with an engineering background.
Vacancies Per Course
The TGC scheme offers 60 vacancies per course, with courses conducted twice a year. The exact number of vacancies may vary as notified in the official announcement.
Notification and Application
The notification for TGC is published in Employment News and leading daily newspapers, typically in March/April and September/October. It is managed by the Directorate General Recruiting under the AG Branch.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the official website of the Directorate General Recruiting at www.joinindianarmy.nic.in during the application periods specified in the notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Age
Candidates must be aged between 20 and 27 years.
Qualification
- Engineering Degree: A BE/B.Tech in one of the notified streams of engineering is mandatory.
- Candidates in the final year of their engineering program are also eligible to apply, provided they can submit proof of passing before the commencement of training.
Marital Status
Only unmarried male candidates are eligible to apply.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting of Applications: Applications are shortlisted based on the marks obtained in the engineering degree.
- Services Selection Board (SSB): Shortlisted candidates are called for SSB interviews, which assess their psychological, physical, and leadership abilities.
SSB Schedule
- For the January Course: SSB interviews are conducted in March/April.
- For the July Course: SSB interviews are conducted in September/October.
Training Details
Commencement of Training
- January Course: Training begins in January.
- July Course: Training begins in July.
Training Academy
Training is conducted at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun.
Duration of Training
The training duration is one year, during which candidates are rigorously prepared for their roles as technical officers in the Indian Army.
Key Features
- The TGC entry scheme is tailored to engineers, allowing them to apply their technical expertise to serve the Indian Army in a specialized capacity.
- Training at IMA, Dehradun, instills leadership, discipline, and adaptability while refining technical skills for military applications.
- This entry provides a direct path to a permanent commission, making it an excellent career choice for engineering graduates.
The TGC scheme is a golden opportunity for engineers to combine their technical skills with a career in the armed forces. Candidates are advised to maintain a strong academic record, thoroughly prepare for the SSB interview, and approach the selection process with confidence and dedication.
