The Indian Army has announced the opening of applications for the JAG 123rd Course (April 2026) for both men and women. This is a golden opportunity for law graduates who are looking to serve the nation through the Indian Army’s Judge Advocate General (JAG) branch. The course is scheduled to commence in April 2026, and the application process is open online.
What is the JAG Entry in Indian Army?
The Judge Advocate General (JAG) entry is a Short Service Commission (SSC) entry for law graduates, where selected candidates serve in the Indian Army’s legal department. Officers in the JAG branch handle legal matters pertaining to the military, including courts-martial, military law interpretation, and legal advisory roles to commanding officers.
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Event |
Date |
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Application Start Date |
04 August 2025 |
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Last Date to Apply (Men) |
03 September 2025 |
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Last Date to Apply (Women) |
04 September 2025 |
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Exam Date |
Will be notified later |
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Admit Card Release |
Before the Exam |
💰 Application Fee Details
Good news! There is no application fee for any category of candidates. The form is completely free to submit.
🎯 Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
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Category |
Age |
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Minimum Age |
21 Years |
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Maximum Age |
27 years |
Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per rules.
This means candidates should be born between 02 January 1999 and 01 January 2005 (both dates inclusive).
📢 Course Details
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Post Name |
Total Posts |
Eligibility Criteria |
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JAG (Men) |
05 |
Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized university. Have scored at least 55% marks in your law degree. Be eligible to register as an Advocate with the Bar Council of India. Be an unmarried male or female candidate at the time of application. |
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JAG (Women) |
05 |
Same as Above |
How to Apply Online for Indian Army JAG 123rd Course
The application process is completely online. Follow these steps:
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Visit the official Indian Army recruitment website: joinindianarmy.nic.in
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Click on Officer Entry >> Apply/Login.
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Register yourself with basic details if you are a new user.
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After registration, log in and go to the ‘Apply Online’ section.
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Select JAG 123rd Course – April 2026 from the list.
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Fill out all personal, educational, and contact information carefully.
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Upload your recent passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
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Double-check all the information before final submission.
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Submit the form and take a printout for your records.
Note: There is no application fee required.
Selection Process
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Shortlisting of Applications: Candidates are shortlisted based on their academic records.
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SSB Interview: Shortlisted candidates will receive a call letter for SSB Interview held at selection centres like Allahabad, Bhopal, Bengaluru, or Kapurthala.
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Medical Examination: Candidates recommended after the interview will undergo a medical examination.
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Final Merit List: A final merit list is prepared based on SSB marks and medical fitness.
Key Benefits of Joining the Indian Army through JAG
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Prestigious Legal Career: Serve the nation in a highly respected and impactful legal role.
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Excellent Salary and Perks: Starting pay includes allowances, house rent allowance, transport, medical facilities, etc.
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Adventure and Growth: Equal opportunity for growth, adventure, and career enhancement in a disciplined environment.
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Job Security and Pension (as per service rules, if extended to Permanent Commission).