Indian Army Invites Applications for Judge Advocate General Entry - JAG 125 Course (April 2027)

The Indian Army has announced the Judge Advocate General (JAG) Entry Scheme for the 125th Course, set to begin in April 2027. This initiative is seeking applications from unmarried male and female law graduates who aspire to join the army as Short Service Commissioned (SSC) Officers in the JAG branch.

Key details concerning eligibility, the application process, age criteria, selection process, and important dates have been outlined below.

JAG 125 Notification

Category	Description
Type of Entry	Short Service Entry (JAG)- 125 Course
Age	21 to 27 Years as on 01 Jan 2027
Open for	Unmarried Male and Female (Law Graduates)
Education Qualification	Minimum 55% aggregate marks in LLB Degree. Should have appeared for CLAT PG Exam -2026
Vacancies	10
Application Window	17 July 2026 to 17 August 2026
Selection Process	Application > Shortlisting > SSB > Medical > Merit List > Joining Letter
Date for Shortlisting for SSB	Second week of September
Likely Duration and Dates for SSB	Five days SSB in Nov/Dec 2026 (Choice for SSB dates open for two weeks in Sep)
Medical Standards	As given on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
Pre Commission Training Academy	Officer Training Academy, Chennai
Duration of Training	49 weeks from Apr 2027
Stipend during Training	Rs 56,100 per month
Rank after Training	Lieutenant
Salary on Commissioning	CTC approx. 17-18 Lac per annum (Excluding Free Medical cover & Travel to Hometown once a year)
Type of Commission	Short Service Commission
Maximum Engagement Period	14 Years
Option for Release	First – After 05 Years, Second – After 10 Years, Third – After 14 Year
Option for Permanent Commission	After 10 Years
Primary Arms / Service for Commission	JAG Branch
Release Benefits	Depending on service on release

Overview of the JAG Entry Scheme

Eligibility: Open to unmarried male and female law graduates.

Type of Entry: Short Service Commission (NT) for Law Graduates.

Course Commencement: April 2027

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must be eligible for registration as advocates with the Bar Council of India or State Bar Councils and should have completed their degree from a recognized institution.

• Nationality: Applicants must be Indian citizens. Individuals of Indian origin who have migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India are also eligible, subject to the government’s nationality criteria.
• Age Limit: Applicants must be between 21 and 27 years of age as of 1 January 2026 (born between 2 January 2000 and 1 January 2006, both dates inclusive).
• Educational Qualification:
  • A minimum of 55% aggregate marks in LLB – either a 3-year professional course after graduation or a 5-year integrated course after 10+2.
  • CLAT PG 2026 score is compulsory.
  • Candidates must be eligible for registration as advocates with the Bar Council of India or State Bar Councils and must have obtained their law degree from a recognized institution.

Vacancies

Total Vacancies: 10

Terms and Conditions of Service

• Commission: Short Service Commission (SSC) for an initial period of 10 years, extendable by 4 years.
• Release Options:
  • Officers may opt to leave service after 5 or 10 or 14 years.
  • A Permanent Commission may be granted after 10 years, based on eligibility and service requirements.
• Training:
  • Duration: 49 weeks at the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai.
  • Stipend: ₹56,100 per month during training.
  • Award: On completion, officers will be conferred a Post Graduate Diploma in Defence Management and Strategic Studies by the University of Madras.
• Probation: Officers will serve a six-month probation period from the date of commission.

Promotion and Salary Structure

• Rank Progression:
  • Lieutenant – On commissioning.
  • Captain – After 2 years of service.
  • Major – After 6 years of service.
  • Lieutenant Colonel – After 13 years of service.
• Pay Scale:
  • Lieutenant – Level 10: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500.
  • Captain – Level 10B: ₹61,300 – ₹1,93,900.
  • Major – Level 11: ₹69,400 – ₹2,07,200.
• Military Service Pay (MSP): ₹15,500 per month for ranks from Lieutenant to Brigadier.

Application Process

• Mode of Application: Applications must be submitted online only through the official website: joinindianarmy.nic.in.
• Application Dates: 17 July 2026 to 17 August 2026.
• Steps to Apply:
  1. Register on the portal (if not already registered).
  2. Fill in personal, educational, and SSB details.
  3. Review all entered information before final submission.
  4. Print the completed application form and retain a copy for the SSB interview.

Selection Procedure

• Shortlisting of Applications: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their CLAT PG 2026 score.
• SSB Interview:
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the 5-day SSB interview, tentatively scheduled for Nov/Dec 2026.
  • The interview is conducted in two stages; only those who clear Stage I will proceed to Stage II.
  • SSB Centres: Allahabad, Bhopal, Bangalore, and Jalandhar.
• Medical Examination: Candidates who qualify in the SSB will undergo a medical test to assess fitness.
• Final Merit List: Prepared based on SSB scores. In case of a tie, age and qualifying exam marks will be used as tie-breakers.

Documents Required at SSB

Candidates must carry original documents along with self-attested copies of:

• Application form with a recent photograph.
• Certificates and mark sheets of Class 10, Class 12, Graduation, and LLB degree.
• CLAT PG 2026 scorecard.
• Bar Council registration certificate (if applicable).

Travel Allowance

First-time candidates attending the SSB interview for this entry will be entitled to AC 3-tier railway fare or equivalent bus fare reimbursement.

Conclusion

This JAG 125 Notification offers a valuable chance for law graduates aiming to join the Indian Army's JAG Branch, enabling them to utilize their legal expertise in supporting the armed forces while furthering their careers in this esteemed field.