JAG Entry Scheme 124th Course (Oct 2026) has been notified for the Short Service Commission (Non-Technical) Course for Law Graduates (Men & Women) in the Indian Army. The course is scheduled to commence in October 2026. As per the highlights provided, unmarried male and female law graduates fulfilling the prescribed eligibility criteria are eligible to apply. The entry is through the Short Service Commission under the JAG Branch. The selection process includes application shortlisting, SSB interview, and medical examination. Candidates selected will undergo pre-commission training at the Officers Training Academy, Chennai. Online applications will open on 27 Jan 2026 at 1500 hrs and close on 27 Feb 2026 at 1500 hrs
JAG Entry Scheme 124th Course (Oct 2026) – Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Army |
| Entry Scheme | JAG Entry Scheme 124th Course |
| Course Commencement | October 2026 |
| Commission Type | Short Service Commission (NT) |
| Course for | Law Graduates (Men & Women) |
| Branch | JAG Branch |
| Training Academy | Officers Training Academy, Chennai |
| Duration of Training | 49 weeks from Oct 2026 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opening | 27 Jan 2026 at 1500 hrs |
| Online Application Closing | 27 Feb 2026 at 1500 hrs |
| Likely Date of SSB (based on CLAT PG score) | Second week of Mar |
| Likely Duration of SSB | Up to five days (SSB in May/June 2026) |
Vacancy Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Vacancies | 08 |
Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age | 21 to 27 years as on 01 Jul 2026 |
| Marital Status | Unmarried Male and Unmarried Female (Law Graduates) |
| Educational Qualification | Minimum 55% aggregate marks in their LLB Degree. Should have appeared for CLAT PG Exam – 2025 |
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Cut-off Date |
|---|---|---|
| 21 Years | 27 Years | As on 01 Jul 2026 |
Pay Scale
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Stipend during Training | Rs 56,100 per month |
| Rank after Training | Lieutenant |
| Salary on Commissioning | CTC approx. 17–18 Lac per annum |
Application Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Selection Process | Application Shortlisting > SSB > Medical |
| Merit List | Joining Letter |
Documents Required
Not Mentioned in the Official Notification.
Important Instructions
- Entry is through Short Service Commission (Non-Technical).
- Selection is based on CLAT PG score followed by SSB interview and medical examination.
- Training will be conducted at Officers Training Academy, Chennai.
- Online applications will open on 27 Jan 2026 at 1500 hrs and close on 27 Feb 2026 at 1500 hrs.
- Commission is under JAG Branch.
