Indian Army JAG 124th Course October Recruitment 2026
The Indian Army has released the official notification for the JAG (Judge Advocate General) Entry Scheme 124th Course October 2026 for eligible law graduates. This recruitment is for both men and women under the Short Service Commission (NT) entry for legal professionals in the Army.
This is a prestigious opportunity for law graduates who wish to join the Indian Army as legal officers and serve the nation while building a promising career.
The application window is currently open and will remain active for one month.
📅 Important Dates (October 2026 Course)
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | January 27, 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | January 27, 2026 (03:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | February 27, 2026 (03:00 PM) |
| Shortlisting for SSB | Second week of March 2026 (Expected) |
| SSB Interview Period | May / June 2026 |
| Course Commencement | October 2026 |
👩🎓 Vacancy Details
- Total Posts: 08
- JAG – Men: 04
- JAG – Women: 04
There are no separate posts listed beyond these — all are under the JAG 124th Course entry.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: * Minimum 55% aggregate marks in LLB degree (3-year professional after graduation or 5-year after 10+2).
- The degree must be from a college/university recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI).
- Mandatory: Candidates must have appeared for the CLAT PG 2025 exam.
- Candidates must be eligible for registration as an advocate with the Bar Council of India/State.
- Age Limit (as of July 1, 2026):
- Minimum: 21 Years
- Maximum: 27 Years
- (Born between July 2, 1999, and July 1, 2005, both dates inclusive).
- Marital Status: Only unmarried male and female candidates are eligible.
📝 Selection Process
The selection is a multi-stage process conducted without a traditional written exam:
- Shortlisting: Applications are shortlisted based on the CLAT PG 2025 score.
- SSB Interview: Shortlisted candidates undergo a 5-day interview process at Selection Centres (Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bengaluru, or Jalandhar).
- Medical Examination: Candidates recommended by the SSB will undergo a medical fitness test.
- Final Merit List: Prepared based on the marks obtained in the SSB interview and medical fitness.
🧑💻 How to Apply Online
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official Indian Army recruitment portal:
👉 https://joinindianarmy.nic.in - Look for the JAG Entry Scheme – 124th Course October 2026 link.
- Register with your details (email, mobile, etc.).
- Fill in the application form with correct educational and personal information.
- Upload scanned documents (LL.B certificate, Bar registration, ID, photo).
- Review your entries and submit the application before the last date.
✔️ No application fee is required for this recruitment.
💰 Training & Benefits
- Training Academy: Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai.
- Duration: 49 Weeks.
- Stipend during Training: ₹56,100 per month.
- Rank on Commission: Lieutenant.
- Service Tenure: Initial 10 years, extendable up to 14 years.
📌 Important Notes
- Always verify details like age, percentage and documents before submission.
- Change of details after submission is generally not allowed — correct them before final submit.
📝 Summary – Indian Army JAG 124th Course October 2026
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruitment | Indian Army JAG 124th Course (Short Service Commission) |
| Online Form Start | 27 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 February 2026 |
| Total Posts | 08 |
| Exam Date | Notified soon |
| Eligibility | Law Graduate (LL.B with 55% + Bar Registration) |
| Age | 21–27 years (as on 01 July 2026) |
🌐 Official Website
👉 Indian Army Recruitment Portal: https://joinindianarmy.nic.in
