
Indian Army has released the official notification for the Judge Advocate General (JAG) Entry 124th Course 2026 for Short Service Commission (SSC). This recruitment is open to unmarried male and female law graduates for legal officer positions in the Indian Army. A total of 8 combined vacancies are announced.
The online application process starts on 27 January 2026 at 3:00 PM and will close on 27 February 2026 at 3:00 PM. Interested candidates must apply online only through the official Indian Army website.
| Recruitment Name | Indian Army JAG Entry 124th Course 2026 |
| Recruiting Authority | Directorate General of Recruiting, Indian Army |
| Branch | Judge Advocate General (JAG) |
| Commission Type | Short Service Commission (SSC) |
| Rank on Commission | Lieutenant |
| Total Vacancies | 8 (Men & Women Combined) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.joinindianarmy.nic.in |
The Indian Army JAG Entry 124th Course 2026 notification has been published on the official website. The notification contains complete details regarding eligibility criteria, age limit, vacancy distribution, application process, selection procedure, training, salary, and service conditions. Candidates are advised to read the notification carefully before applying.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | January 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 27 January 2026 (3:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 February 2026 (3:00 PM) |
| Shortlisting (CLAT PG Based) | Second Week of March 2026 (Expected) |
| SSB Date Selection Window | May 2026 |
| SSB Interview | May / June 2026 |
| Medical Examination | After SSB |
| Training Commencement | October 2026 |
| Post Name | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| JAG Officer (SSC) – Men & Women | 08 |
Candidates must be:
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 27 Years |
| Date of Birth Range | 02 July 1999 to 01 July 2005 (Inclusive) |
| Essential Qualification | LLB Degree (3 years after graduation or 5 years after 10+2) with minimum 55% aggregate marks from a BCI-recognized institution |
| CLAT PG 2025 | Mandatory – Must have appeared and possess valid scorecard |
| Bar Council Registration | Must be eligible for registration as an Advocate |
Candidates must apply online only through the official Indian Army website.
The selection process consists of multiple stages:
Selected candidates will undergo pre-commission training starting from October 2026. Joining letters will be issued strictly as per merit and availability of vacancies.
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