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Indian Army JAG Entry Scheme 125th Course 2026 – SSC (JAG) Notification for Law Graduates

NotificationPublished 6 Aug 2026
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Indian Army has declared the JAG Entry Scheme 125th Course (Apr 2027) notification for Short Service Commission in the Judge Advocate General Branch. review qualification , CLAT PG 2026 requirement, age limit, 10 positions , salary, selection procedure along with how to register online before 17 Aug 2026.

Important dates

Online Application Start Date
17 Jul 2026
Online Application Last Date
17 Aug 2026
Shortlisting for SSB (based on CLAT PG score)
Second week of September 2026
SSB Centre/Date Selection Window
Two weeks in September 2026
Likely SSB Duration and Dates
Up to five days, November/December 2026
Training Start Date
April 2027

Details

Indian Army JAG Entry Scheme 125th Course Notification PDF
  • applicants should get as well as read the department notice carefully before applying. Indian Army JAG Entry Scheme 125th Course Notification PDF
Indian Army JAG Entry Scheme 125th Course Vacancy Details
  • The Indian Army notifies combined posts for men along with women based on the operational along with administrative requirements of the Force, as well as the final selection as well as merit depend on the notified openings for this particular course.
  • as well Read: Indian Army SSC (Tech)-68 Men Recruitment 2026: Notification, qualification , Dates, Salary
Nationality
  • As per the official update, A citizen of India, or
  • A subject of Nepal, or
  • A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, as well as the East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, in addition to Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India (a certificate of qualification from the Government of India is required for these categories, except Gorkha subjects of Nepal).
Marital Status
  • Open only to unmarried male along with unmarried female law graduates.
Educational Qualification
  • Minimum 55% aggregate marks in LLB Degree (three years professional course after graduation, or five years after 10+2 examination).
  • The official notification states that, CLAT PG 2026 Score (conducted in December 2025) is mandatory for all applicants , including LLM-shortlisted as well as LLM-appearing test-takers. No other CLAT PG exam score will be accepted.
  • The official notification states that, aspirants must be eligible for registration as an advocate with the Bar Council of India/State.
  • The LLB degree must be from a College/University recognized by the Bar Council of India.
  • It is informed that, All aspirants applying for JAG Entry must get their CLAT PG 2026 result verified at the Selection Centre before the SSB is conducted - failure to do thus makes the candidate ineligible for SSB, with no representation accepted.
  • test-takers holding a law degree can as well explore more LLB Government Jobs as well as Law Graduate Government Jobs available across India.
Indian Army JAG Entry Scheme 125th Course Age Limit
  • Candidates should note that, The date of birth recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary School Examination Certificate (or equivalent) on the date of application submission will be treated as final; no subsequent request for change will be considered.
Indian Army JAG Salary and Pay Scale
  • Stipend during training at OTA, Chennai: ₹56,100 per month.
  • It is informed that, Rank after training: Lieutenant.
  • Pay Level on commissioning: Level 10, ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500.
  • Military Service Pay (MSP): ₹15,500 per month (Lieutenant to Brigadier).
  • Approximate CTC on commissioning: ₹17–18 lakh per annum.
  • The official notification states that, Additional allowances (as applicable along with subject to qualification conditions): Dearness Allowance, Para Allowance, Field Area Allowances, Dress Allowance, Transport Allowance, Children Education Allowance, Hostel Subsidy, among others specified in the notification.
Application Fee
  • The conducting body has announced that, Not specified in the notification.
Indian Army JAG Entry Scheme 125th Course Selection Process
  • Application submission as well as shortlisting (based on CLAT PG 2026 score along with opening -to-call-up ratio).
  • Selection of SSB Centre in addition to Date (first-come-first-served, once chosen cannot be changed by the candidate).
  • SSB Interview (two-stage selection at Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bengaluru, or Jalandhar) - duration up to five days. applicants failing Stage-I are returned the same day.
  • Medical Examination for applicants recommended after Stage-II.
  • Merit List preparation based on SSB marks.
  • Aspirants are advised that, Joining Letter for Pre-Commission Training at OTA, Chennai, subject to qualification along with post .
  • Qualifying the SSB interview alone does not confirm final selection - final selection depends on the merit list along with availability of openings .
Documents Required for SSB Interview
  • Signed printout of the online application with self-attested photograph.
  • Matriculation/Secondary School Examination Certificate (or equivalent) along with mark sheet.
  • 12th Class Certificate as well as Mark Sheet.
  • Graduation Degree/Provisional Degree (for three-year LLB after graduation).
  • LLB Degree/Provisional Degree from a recognized university.
  • Mark sheets of all years/semesters.
  • Registration with Bar Council of India/State, or a certificate confirming the LLB course is recognized by the Bar Council of India.
  • University certificate on the CGPA-to-percentage conversion formula (if applicable).
  • CLAT PG 2026 Score Card (conducted in December 2025).
  • DigiLocker certificates will not be accepted in place of original certificates. All original documents must be carried for verification at the SSB; originals are returned after verification.
  • The conducting body has announced that, as well Read: IAF Agniveervayu Musician Recruitment 2026 (Intake 01/2027) - register Online, requirements , Dates
How to Apply for Indian Army JAG Entry Scheme 125th Course
  • It is informed that, Go to www.joinindianarmy.nic.in in addition to click on 'Officer Entry Application/Login'.
  • Click 'Registration' (not required if already registered on the website).
  • Fill the online registration form after reading the instructions carefully.
  • Aspirants are advised that, After registration, click ' register Online' under the Dashboard.
  • Aspirants are advised that, On the 'Officer Selection – criteria ' page, click ' send in' against Short Service Commission JAG Entry Course.
  • Fill in personal information, communication details, education details, in addition to previous SSB details (if any) under the 'Application document' page.
  • Review the summary of information, then click 'Submit' only after confirming all details are correct.
  • Take two printouts of the application (with roll number) 30 minutes after the online application closes on the last day.
Important Instructions
  • No changes can be made to the online application after it closes; no representation on this will be entertained.
  • CGPA/Grades must be converted to marks in line with the university's formula before filling in the application.
  • The candidate's name, parents' names, as well as date of birth in the profile in addition to application must match the Matriculation/Secondary School certificate exactly.
  • Only one online application per candidate is allowed; multiple applications will lead to cancellation of candidature.
  • aspirants serving in the Armed Forces must inform their Commanding Officer in writing in addition to carry a countersigned application to the SSB.
  • Requests to change the SSB interview date or centre will not be entertained.
  • aspirants must report within 7 days of their candidature reporting date, or their candidature will be cancelled.
  • According to the latest notice, aspirants who marry after the date of application, or during training, will lose requirements or be withdrawn from training.
  • Aspirants are advised that, In case of any discrepancy between the English in addition to Hindi versions of the notification, the English version shall prevail.
Indian Army JAG Entry Scheme 125th Course Important Links
  • send in Online: Use the link provided
  • Interested applicants should know that, Authorized announcement PDF : Follow this link
  • Departmental webpage: Use the link provided
  • applicants looking for more defence career opportunities can as well explore the latest Indian Army Recruitment along with Defence Jobs across various branches. Applicants interested in officer-level postings can confirm SSC Officer Entry Jobs for upcoming courses. Those training in Tamil Nadu can furthermore browse more Chennai Government Jobs in addition to Tamil Nadu Government Jobs matching their qualification.

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