Indian Army (Integrated Headquarters, Ministry of Defence) (Indian Army) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Lieutenant (Mechanical) and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 31 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the online process.
Online applications for the vacancies of Lieutenant (Mechanical) and other Posts are open. The last date to apply is 06 August 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their application well before the deadline.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Lieutenant (Mechanical) and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
Indian Army – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lieutenant (Civil Engineering) | 7 | Rs.56100-177500/- | All India |
| Lieutenant (Computer Science) | 4 | Rs.56100-177500/- | All India |
| Lieutenant (Electrical Engineering) | 3 | Rs.56100-177500/- | All India |
| Lieutenant (Electronics Engineering) | 6 | Rs.56100-177500/- | All India |
| Lieutenant (Mechanical Engineering) | 9 | Rs.56100-177500/- | All India |
| Lieutenant (Widow of Defence Personnel – SSCW Tech-68) | 1 | Rs.56100-177500/- | All India |
| Lieutenant (Widow of Defence Personnel – SSCW Non-Tech Non-UPSC-125) | 1 | Rs.56100-177500/- | All India |
| Total Vacancies: | 31 |
Indian Army Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for Indian Army Lieutenant (Mechanical) and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by Indian Army (Integrated Headquarters, Ministry of Defence). The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Lieutenant (Civil Engineering) | B.E./B.Tech in Civil, Architecture, Building Construction & Technology and equivalent streams |
| Lieutenant (Computer Science) | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science & Engg, Computer Technology, Information Technology, M.Sc Computer Science and equivalent streams |
| Lieutenant (Electrical Engineering) | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electronics and equivalent streams |
| Lieutenant (Electronics Engineering) | B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunication and equivalent streams |
| Lieutenant (Mechanical Engineering) | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Production, Automobile, Industrial, Aeronautical, Aerospace, Avionics and equivalent streams |
| Lieutenant (Widow of Defence Personnel – SSCW Tech-68) | B.E./B.Tech in any Engineering stream |
| Lieutenant (Widow of Defence Personnel – SSCW Non-Tech Non-UPSC-125) | Graduation in any stream |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by Indian Army (Integrated Headquarters, Ministry of Defence) for Lieutenant (Mechanical) and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Lieutenant (Civil Engineering) | Min 20 to Max 27 years |
| Lieutenant (Computer Science) | Min 20 to Max 27 years |
| Lieutenant (Electrical Engineering) | Min 20 to Max 27 years |
| Lieutenant (Electronics Engineering) | Min 20 to Max 27 years |
| Lieutenant (Mechanical Engineering) | Min 20 to Max 27 years |
| Lieutenant (Widow of Defence Personnel – SSCW Tech-68) | Max 35 years |
| Lieutenant (Widow of Defence Personnel – SSCW Non-Tech Non-UPSC-125) | Max 35 years |
Physical Requirements
| Physical | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Running | Not Applicable | 2.4 km Run in 13 minutes |
| Push-ups | Not Applicable | 15 Push-ups |
| Pull-ups | Not Applicable | 2 Pull-ups |
| Sit-ups | Not Applicable | 25 Sit-ups |
| Swimming | Not Applicable | Basic swimming knowledge required |
The application fee details for this recruitment will be updated in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the latest fee structure before applying.
The selection of candidates for Lieutenant (Mechanical) and other Posts will be carried out through Application Shortlisting, SSB Interview, Medical Examination, Merit List. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of Indian Army (Integrated Headquarters, Ministry of Defence). Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for Indian Army Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online Application |
The application for this recruitment of Indian Army (Integrated Headquarters, Ministry of Defence) is online. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment online from joinindianarmy.nic.in before 06 August 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Official Website | joinindianarmy.nic.in |