Indian Army JAG Recruitment 2026: The Indian Army has started the online application process for the recruitment of law graduates into the Short Service Commission (SSC) Judge Advocate General (JAG) Entry Scheme 125th Course. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply through the Join Indian Army website. The last date to complete the application process is August 17, 2026.
Unmarried male and female law graduates seeking a position in the Indian Army’s legal branch are eligible to apply. Selected candidates will be posted as Short Service Commission officers in the Indian Army.
Who’s Eligible?
Candidates have to meet the following eligibility parameters before registering for the Indian Army JAG recruitment 2026.
1. Candidates must have an LLB degree from a recognised university with at least 55% aggregate marks.
2. They must have taken the CLAT 2026 entrance examination, which was held in December 2025.
3. Age must be between 21 to 27 years, calculated as of January 1, 2027.
How To Apply For Indian Army JAG Recruitment 2026?
Interested candidates can log in to the official Join Indian Army website and fill in their details. Upload mandatory documents and pay the application fee. After verifying the submitted details, submit your application. Candidates must ensure that they fulfill the prescribed eligibility criteria before applying.
Indian Army JAG Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
First, candidates will be shortlisted based on their CLAT PG scorecard 2026. Further, they will be called for the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview. Selected candidates will then undergo a medical examination. The final selection will be done based on candidates’ overall performance, medical fitness, and the total number of vacancies announced.
Judge Advocate General (JAG) officers serve as legal officers in the Indian Army. They are responsible for advising the military authorities about legal matters, how to handle court-martial cases, and providing legal support in matters related to service regulations and discipline.