The Indian Army has announced the commencement of its 35th Judge Advocate General (JAG) Entry Scheme, inviting applications from eligible unmarried male and female law graduates for Short Service Commissioned (SSC) Officer positions within the JAG branch. Candidates interested in applying can submit their applications through the official recruitment website, joinindianarmy.nic.in. The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 8 vacancies, evenly split between male and female applicants, with the application deadline set for November 28.
To be eligible for the JAG Entry Scheme, candidates must be between 21 and 27 years of age, specifically born between July 2, 1998, and July 1, 2004. Additionally, applicants are required to have completed an LLB degree, either a three-year or five-year course, with a minimum aggregate score of 55 percent. A valid score from the CLAT PG 2024 examination is also necessary for consideration.
The selection process for the JAG Entry Scheme includes multiple stages. Initially, candidates will be shortlisted based on their performance in the CLAT PG 2024 exam. Those who qualify will proceed to a five-day Service Selection Board (SSB) interview, which evaluates both their physical and mental aptitude. Following the interview, candidates who pass will undergo a medical examination to ensure they meet the physical fitness standards.
The final merit list will be compiled from the performance of candidates at all stages of the selection process, alongside their eligibility criteria. Successful candidates will then attend a comprehensive 49-week training program at the Officers Training Academy (OTA) in Chennai, specifically designed to prepare them for their roles as officers in the JAG branch.
Upon graduation from the 35th JAG course, candidates will be commissioned as Lieutenants in the Indian Army, receiving a basic salary of Rs 56,100 per month. In addition to the base salary, they will also be entitled to various allowances, including a Rs 15,500 Military Service Pay. The total pay scale for a Lieutenant ranges from approximately Rs 56,100 to Rs 1,77,500, reflecting the commitment and responsibilities associated with their position.
