Full information about Army 10+2 TES 55 Online Form 2025

Introduction

The Indian Army has a special job opening called the TES-55 course, which starts in July 2026. This is only for unmarried men. It’s a way to get a full-time, secure job as an officer (a “Permanent Commission”).

To apply, you must have passed your 12th-grade exams with at least 60% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Math (PCM). You also must have taken the JEE (Mains) 2025 exam.

If you’re selected, you will be trained for 4 years. When you finish, you’ll get an Engineering Degree for free and become a Lieutenant in the Army.

Click Here To Download Full Notification Of Army 10+2 TES Examination

Important Dates

Event	Date
Form Starts On	October 14, 2025
Form Closes On	November 13, 2025
Cut-off List (approx.)	Third week of November 2025
SSB Interview Dates	February - March 2026
Training Starts	July 2026
Official Website	Click Here

Vacancy Details

Total Spots: 90

Please note: This number might change later. The Army hasn't split these 90 spots by category (like General, OBC, SC, ST).

Eligibility Criteria

1. Nationality

You must be an unmarried man. You also need to be:

A citizen of India, OR
A subject of Nepal, OR
A person of Indian origin who moved to India to live here permanently (from countries like Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, etc.).

2. Age Limit

You must be between 16½ and 19½ years old on July 1, 2026.
This means your birthday must be between January 2, 2007, and January 1, 2010 (both dates are okay).
Your 10th-grade certificate is the only proof of age they will accept.

3. Age Relaxation

The age limit is the same for everyone.

4. Education

You need to have both of these:

You must have passed your 12th-grade exam with at least 60% total marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Math (PCM).
You must have taken the JEE (Mains) 2025 exam.

Application Fee and Process

Application Fee

No Application fees

How to Apply

You can only apply online at www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.
Click the 'online application' button and register.
Fill in your details carefully.
Important: When you enter your 12th-grade PCM marks, you must write the exact percentage (like 75.83%). Do not round it up to 76%. If you do, your form will be rejected.
After you submit your form, wait 30 minutes.
Log in again and print two copies of your final application form.

Documents to Bring to the SSB Interview

One copy of your application form (that you printed), signed by you.
Your original 10th-grade certificate and mark sheet (for age proof).
Your original 12th-grade certificate and mark sheet.
Your original ID proof (like an Aadhar Card).
A printout of your JEE (Mains) 2025 result.
Two sets of photocopies of all these documents (signed by you).
20 recent passport-size photos (also signed by you)

Salary

During Training

For the first 3 years, you get training. In the 4th year (at the Indian Military Academy), you will get a stipend (payment) of ₹ 56,100 per month.

After Training (As a Lieutenant)

Once you finish training, you become a Lieutenant.

Rank: Lieutenant
Pay Level: 10
Basic Pay: Starts at ₹ 56,100 per month
Military Service Pay (MSP): You get an extra ₹ 15,500 per month.
Total Value: The total value of your pay and benefits (CTC) is around ₹ 17-18 Lakh per year.

Promotions

RANK	PROMOTION CRITERIA
Lieutenant	On commission
Captain	On completion of 02 years reckonable commission service.
Major	On completion of 06 years reckonable commission service.
Lt Colonel	On completion of 13 years reckonable commission service.
Colonel (TS)	On completion of 26 years reckonable commission service.
Colonel Brigadier Major General Lt General General	On selection basis subject to fulfillment of requisite service conditions.

Pay -

RANK	LEVEL	PAY (IN ₹)
Lieutenant (Lt)	Level 10	56,100-1,77,500
Captain (Capt)	Level 10B	61,300-1,93,900
Major (Maj)	Level 11	69,400-2,07,200
Lieutenant Colonel (Lt Col)	Level 12A	1,21,200-2,12,400
Colonel (Col)	Level 13	1,30,600-2,15,900
Brigadier (Brig)	Level 13A	1,39,600-2,17,600
Major General (Maj Gen)	Level 14	1,44,200-2,18,200
Lieutenant General HAG Scale	Level 15	1,82,200- 2,24,100
Lieutenant General HAG + Scale	Level 16	2,05,400-2,24,400
VCOAS/Army Cdr/ Lieutenant General (NFSG)	Level 17	2,25,000/- (fixed)
COAS	Level 18	2,50,000/- (fixed)

Selection Process

There is no written exam for this entry.

Shortlisting: First, the Army will look at everyone's JEE (Mains) 2025 rank. They will decide a "cut-off" rank. Only people with a rank better than the cut-off will be called for the next step.
SSB Interview: If you are shortlisted, you will go to an SSB interview. This is a 5-day test (in places like Prayagraj, Bhopal, etc.) to check your personality, intelligence, and if you are officer material.
Medical Exam: If you pass the 5-day SSB, you will have a full medical check-up.
Final Merit List: A final list is made. This list is based ONLY on your score in the 5-day SSB interview. Your JEE score is only for getting the interview call; it does not count for the final merit list.

Exam Pattern

According to the official notification, the final selection of the candidates in the Indian Army TES Result will be done based on the marks obtained in the shortlisting, SSB Interview, and Medical Exam. Hence with the intention to help the candidates in the right direction, we have shared below the details of the selection process in a detailed manner.

Stage 1: Shortlisting

The first selection stage is the shortlisting of the candidates and it is done via the integrated HQ of MOD. The merit list is prepared on the basis of the score obtained by them in the Class 12th (10+2) exam. According to the latest update, JEE Mains score will be compulsory for the candidates applying for TES 54. The authorities fix the cut-off accordingly and the candidates who will secure more than or equivalent to the cut-off marks will be shortlisted for the further selection process.

Stage 2: SSB Interview

The second stage of the Indian Army 10+2 TES-54 selection process is the SSB Interview that is conducted for 5 days. The second stage comprises five substages and the details of each stage are shared below:

Stage 2A: Screening

The first stage of the SSB Interview is screening in which candidates are assessed based on the following tests i.e

Intelligence Test
Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PPDT)

In case the candidates fail in the screening test, then they will have to return on the same day.

Stage 2B: Psychological Test

The second stage of SSB Interview is a Psychological Test in which the mental ability of the candidates is assessed through the following stages i.e

Thematic Apperception Test
Word Association Test
Situation Reaction Test
Self Description Test

Stage 2C: GTO

The third selection round is the GTO (Group Testing Office) round and it is not an easy stage as it includes mental and physical assessment of the candidates. Candidates are required to qualify for each round mentioned below:

Group Discussion
Group Planning Exercise
Progressive Group Task Activity
Half Group Task
Individual Obstacle Task
Command Task
Snake race/Group Obstacle Race
Individual Lecturette
Final Group Task

Stage 2D: Personal Interview

The fourth selection stage is the SSB Interview round and it assesses the overall IQ levels of the candidates. The questions asked in the interview round would be related to the details they have submitted in the application form i.e academic background, knowledge of current issues in the country.

Stage 2E: Conference

The fifth and the last selection round is a conference and it is like a final assessment before sending them to the next round i.e medical examination. This round assesses whether the candidates are suitable to join the training period and further process.

Stage 3: Medical Examination

The third and final round of the Indian Army TES selection process is the Medical Examination wherein the shortlisted candidates will be checked if they are medically fit for the role. Candidates will have to stay in any of the military hospitals during the examination. In case, the candidates are declared unfit by the medical board team, then they can challenge and reappear for the medical exam. The candidates who are declared fit will be issued a joining letter of training on a merit basis depending on the availability of vacancies.

Syllabus

For Shortlisting: The "syllabus" is just the JEE (Mains) 2025 syllabus. You need a good rank.
For SSB: There is no "book" syllabus. The SSB tests your personality, confidence, leadership skills, teamwork, and fitness. Be aware of current news and just be yourself.

Physical Standards

1. Medical Standards

You must be medically fit. For detailed rules (like on tattoos or eyesight), you must check the Army's website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.

2. Fitness on Arrival

Ser No	Activity	Officer Cadet (Male)
11.6.1	2.4 Km Run	10 Minutes 30 Seconds
11.6.2	Push Up	40
11.6.3	Pull Up	08
11.6.4	Sit Up	30
11.6.5	Squats	Two Sets of 30 Repetitions
11.6.6	Lunges	Two Sets of 10 Repetitions
11.6.7	Swimming	Should know fundamentals of swimming

Result

The final result is a Merit List. This list is based only on your SSB interview marks. You can check the final list on the www.joinindianarmy.nic.in website when it comes out.

Admit Card

This letter will be sent to your email address and as an SMS. They will not send it by post.

Preparation Tips

Do Great in JEE (Mains) 2025: This is the most important first step. A high rank gets you the SSB call.
Get Fit: Start running, doing push-ups, and pull-ups now. Don't wait.
Get Your Documents: Find your original 10th and 12th-grade certificates. Make sure your name and date of birth are correct everywhere.
Read the Rules: Read the official notification to avoid any small mistakes.
Prepare for SSB: After your JEE exam, start reading the news and practice speaking confidently.

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