Quick Answer — Indian Army TGC 144
The Indian Army TGC 144 (Technical Graduate Course) offers 30 vacancies for unmarried male engineering graduates (BE/B.Tech) across Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, Electronics and Misc engineering streams. There is no written exam — selection is by shortlisting, the 5-day SSB Interview and a medical. Applications ran 13 May–11 June 2026; shortlisted candidates now attend the SSB at Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bengaluru or Jalandhar, with training commencing January 2027 at the Indian Military Academy (OTA/IMA pathway).
The Indian Army TGC 144 entry is one of the most direct routes for engineering graduates to earn a Permanent Commission as an officer in the Indian Army — with no written exam. Because selection rests entirely on shortlisting and the SSB Interview, the SSB is the whole battle. This guide covers the full TGC 144 notification — vacancies, eligibility, selection and SSB centres — and how to prepare for the SSB with New Careers Academy.
Indian Army TGC 144 — Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Course | Technical Graduate Course (TGC) — 144th |
| Conducting body | Indian Army (joinindianarmy.nic.in) |
| Total vacancies | 30 |
| Application window | 13 May – 11 June 2026 |
| Written exam | None — shortlisting + SSB + medical |
| Eligibility | Unmarried male engineering graduates (BE/B.Tech) |
| Course commencement | January 2027 |
| Commission | Permanent Commission |
TGC 144 Vacancies — Stream-Wise
| Engineering Stream | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Civil | 08 |
| Computer Science | 06 |
| Electronics | 06 |
| Mechanical | 06 |
| Electrical | 02 |
| Misc Engineering Streams | 02 |
| Total | 30 |
Indian Army TGC 144 — Eligibility
Who is eligible for Indian Army TGC 144? Only unmarried male engineering graduates with a BE/B.Tech degree in the relevant stream from a recognised university. Final-year engineering students may apply, provided their result is declared before 1 January 2027. The age requirement is 20 to 27 years as on 1 January 2027 (born between 2 January 2000 and 1 January 2007).
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 20 and 27 years as on 1 January 2027 — that is, born between 2 January 2000 and 1 January 2007.
Educational Qualification
A BE/B.Tech degree in the applied engineering stream from a recognised institution. Final-year students can apply if their final result is available before 1 January 2027.
Gender & Marital Status
The TGC 144 entry is open to unmarried male candidates only.
Selection Process — No Written Exam
Is there a written exam for Army TGC 144? No. Selection is entirely based on shortlisting of applications (on engineering aggregate cut-off), the 5-day SSB Interview, and a medical examination. With no written test, your academic profile gets you shortlisted, but your SSB performance decides selection.
- Shortlisting — based on engineering degree aggregate and a cut-off set by the Army.
- SSB Interview — a 5-day assessment at one of the selection centres.
- Medical Examination — for SSB-recommended candidates.
- Merit list & joining — training commences January 2027.
TGC 144 SSB Interview Centres
Shortlisted candidates are called for the SSB at one of these selection centres:
- Prayagraj (Allahabad)
- Bhopal
- Bengaluru
- Jalandhar
The SSB runs over 5 days in two stages — Stage 1 screening (Officer Intelligence Rating + Picture Perception & Discussion Test) and Stage 2 (Psychological tests, GTO tasks, the Personal Interview and the Conference).
The SSB Is Everything — How to Prepare
Since TGC 144 has no written exam, the SSB Interview is the entire selection. Most shortlisted engineers are not rejected for technical knowledge — they are rejected for avoidable SSB mistakes. Build Officer-Like Qualities and master each round: start with NCA’s SSB OIR Test Complete Guide, prepare for the interview with 100 real SSB interview questions, and avoid the most common SSB rejection reasons. Engineering aspirants exploring other technical routes can also compare the Army TES-56 entry.
Why Choose New Careers Academy (NCA) for Your TGC 144 SSB
Founded in 1967, New Careers Academy is India’s oldest defence coaching institute, with 39,000+ aspirants guided into the armed forces. Because TGC 144 is decided entirely at the SSB, expert SSB coaching is the highest-return preparation you can do:
- Complete SSB training — OIR, PP&DT, Psychological tests, GTO tasks and the Personal Interview, led by ex-defence officers via our SSB interview coaching.
- Flexible online option — prepare from your campus or home with online SSB coaching in India.
- Screening-round mastery — intensive Stage 1 practice, where most candidates are eliminated.
- Personalised mock interviews and individual feedback by experienced assessors.
- Proven mentorship — a five-decade record of converting recommendations into selections.
Start your TGC 144 SSB preparation with NCA today.
Your SSB Mentors at NCA
The ex-officer panel that personally assesses every NCA mock SSB:
Capt. Dhaliwal
Director · ex-Indian Army · SSB & PI specialist since the 1990s
Col. Ravi Sharma (Retd.)
Ex-Indian Army Colonel · GTO & PI specialist · 25+ yrs service
Group Captain Aggarwal (Retd.)
Ex-IAF Group Captain · AFSB lead · Flying Branch interview specialist
Hartaj Dhaliwal
Cleared NDA 1 & 2 · Founder, Hardit AI · SSB strategy lead
Real NCA Cadets — Selected via SSB
Recent NCA students who cleared the SSB and are now training at the IMA, INA, AFA and OTA:
- Yashwardhan — NDA 149, recommended at 18 SSB Allahabad
- Vansh Sharma — NDA 1 2022, All-India Rank 40
- Tejas Chandel — NDA 2 2022, AIR 15 (ex-Sainik School Sujanpur Tira)
- Rajvansh — All-India Rank 2, NDA
- Sourav, Naman, Karthikey, Devender, Ashish Kumar, Aryan Verma — and many more NCA cadets selected through the SSB
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Prepare your way for the SSB Interview that decides this entry:
- Online: Online SSB Coaching in India — live mock interviews, GTO & psychology training from home.
- Offline: SSB Coaching in Chandigarh — in-person ground tasks, mock interviews and personality development.
- Enroll / register: SSB Interview registration.
- Free practice: attempt a free SSB mock SRT (Situation Reaction Test) to test your officer-like responses.
Frequently Asked Questions — Indian Army TGC 144
How many vacancies are in TGC 144?
There are 30 vacancies — Civil 8, Computer Science 6, Electronics 6, Mechanical 6, Electrical 2 and Misc engineering streams 2.
Is there a written exam for TGC 144?
No. Selection is by shortlisting, the 5-day SSB Interview and a medical examination — there is no written test.
Who can apply for Army TGC 144?
Only unmarried male engineering graduates with a BE/B.Tech in the relevant stream; final-year students can apply if their result is out before 1 January 2027.
What is the age limit for TGC 144?
20 to 27 years as on 1 January 2027 (born between 2 January 2000 and 1 January 2007).
Where are the TGC 144 SSB interviews held?
At selection centres in Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bengaluru and Jalandhar, over 5 days.
What commission does TGC 144 offer?
A Permanent Commission in the Indian Army, with training commencing January 2027.
How should I prepare for TGC 144?
Focus entirely on the SSB Interview — screening, psychology, GTO and the personal interview. Structured SSB coaching significantly improves conversion.
Conclusion
The Indian Army TGC 144 entry is a prestigious, written-exam-free route for engineering graduates to earn a Permanent Commission — decided entirely by your profile and the SSB Interview. If you are shortlisted, the SSB is your one shot, so structured preparation is essential. New Careers Academy, India’s oldest defence coaching institute since 1967, specialises in exactly the SSB that decides this entry. Begin your TGC 144 SSB preparation with NCA today.
Last updated: 25 June 2026. Vacancy, eligibility and date details are based on the Indian Army TGC 144 notification; always verify exact criteria from the official notification at joinindianarmy.nic.in.
