Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai (SSC Men) – UPSC
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 275
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract, Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹56,100 - ₹177,500 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Degree of a recognised University or equivalent.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — no prior experience required; selection is based on merit and physical fitness.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 19 to 25 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Officers' Training Academy in Chennai is offering 275 vacancies for the 126th SSC (Men) (NT) Course commencing in October 2027. This Short Service Commission role provides a monthly stipend of ₹56,100 during the 49-week training period, followed by a 10-year tenure extendable to 14 years. Eligible male graduates can apply to serve as commissioned officers, gaining invaluable leadership experience and a competitive salary. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to serve the nation for a specific tenure with an option for a permanent commission later.
- Age limit: Unmarried male candidates aged 19 to 25 years (born between 1st July 2002 and 1st July 2008).
- Tenure: Initial period of 10 years, extendable by a further 4 years; consideration for Permanent Commission in the 10th year.
- Selection process: Written examination (English and General Knowledge) followed by SSB interview and medical tests.
- Training duration: 49 weeks at OTA Chennai, leading to a Post Graduate Diploma in Defence Management and Strategic Studies.
- Application deadline: Online applications must be submitted by 6:00 PM on 9th June 2026.
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Additional Salary Information
Fixed stipend of ₹56,100 per month during training; Pay Level 10 (₹56,100–₹1,77,500) plus allowances upon commissioning.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Written Examination (Objective Type) Intelligence and Personality Test (SSB Interview) Document Verification Medical Examination
Application Fees
General/OBC: ₹200 Female: Exempted SC/ST: Exempted
Reservation
Total: 275 Category: Unreserved/General norms apply
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC application website at https://upsconline.nic.in.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) to generate your Universal Registration Number (URN).
- Log in using your URN and fill out the Common Application Form (CAF).
- Complete the fourth module which is the Examination Specific Form for CDS-II 2026.
- Upload a clear photograph and capture a live photo as per the specified instructions.
- Upload your signature scanned on a plain white paper in black ink.
- Pay the application fee of ₹200 (if applicable) via net banking or card payment.
- Submit the form and retain the Application Number for future correspondence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Officer Cadets receive a fixed stipend of ₹56,100 per month during their 49-week training period.
A Degree from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification is required for this non-technical course.
Candidates must be between 19 and 25 years old, born between July 1, 2002, and July 1, 2008.