The Indian Army has officially released the merit list for the Judge Advocate General (JAG) 123rd Course (April 2026). The merit list includes both male and female candidates selected for the JAG entry scheme. The course is scheduled to commence at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai, from April 2026 onwards.
JAG 123 Merit List Overview
The Judge Advocate General (JAG) Entry is a special entry scheme for law graduates who wish to serve in the Indian Army’s legal branch. The JAG 123 course has limited vacancies for both men and women, with selection based on merit, medical fitness, and eligibility criteria.
JAG 123 Merit List
The merit list highlights the candidates who secured the highest SSB marks based on their performance in the Services Selection Board assessment. Topping the list is Mohit Mishra with an impressive score of 486 marks, followed by Karishma Dodain with 483 marks and Gunjan Sable with 482 marks, securing the second and third positions respectively. Roshan Raju and Amisha Srivastava also performed strongly, obtaining 480 and 471 marks. Several other candidates, including Sakshi Shrivastava, Akanksha Avinash Asanare, Raisa Kaushal, Aditya Pratap Singh, and Sukeshi Bharti, feature in the top ten, reflecting a highly competitive selection process. The list continues with candidates who demonstrated commendable performance in the SSB evaluation, with marks ranging from 486 to 366, showcasing the high standards and rigorous assessment involved in the selection procedure.
| Merit No | Roll No | Name of Candidate | SSB Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 900320 | Mohit Mishra | 486 |
| 2 | 950899 | Karishma Dodain | 483 |
| 3 | 950182 | Gunjan Sable | 482 |
| 4 | 900003 | Roshan Raju | 480 |
| 5 | 950004 | Amisha Srivastava | 471 |
| 6 | 950423 | Sakshi Shrivastava | 456 |
| 7 | 950253 | Akanksha Avinash Asanare | 445 |
| 8 | 950705 | Raisa Kaushal | 437 |
| 9 | 900468 | Aditya Pratap Singh | 433 |
| 10 | 950483 | Sukeshi Bharti | 432 |
| 11 | 900317 | Prashant Singh | 425 |
| 12 | 950478 | Kanishka Chopra | 421 |
| 13 | 950798 | Rupreet Kaur Dhariwal | 419 |
| 14 | 950205 | Pinki Kumari | 417 |
| 15 | 950247 | Gauri Katoch | 415 |
| 16 | 900059 | Nafe Qazi | 413 |
| 17 | 900378 | Shivanshu Jha | 410 |
| 18 | 950381 | Sanyukta Singh | 406 |
| 19 | 950203 | Parvati Ranawat | 406 |
| 20 | 900226 | Sameer Rajput | 397 |
| 21 | 900214 | Aditya Gupta | 393 |
| 22 | 900385 | Kothari Shrithik Namitabh | 387 |
| 23 | 950888 | Shweta Borude | 366 |
What is JAG and JAG Entry?
The Judge Advocate General (JAG) branch is the legal wing of the Indian Army, responsible for handling military justice and law-related matters. Officers in this branch provide legal aid, handle court-martial cases, and advise military personnel on legal matters.
Eligibility Criteria for JAG Entry
- Candidates must have LLB Degree (Three-year/Five-year course) with a minimum of 55% marks.
- They must be eligible for registration with the Bar Council of India or State Bar Council.
- Age limit: 21 to 27 years at the time of application.
- Selection is based on SSB Interview performance, followed by a medical examination.
The JAG 123 merit list marks the next step for aspiring legal officers in the Indian Army. The selected candidates will undergo rigorous training at OTA Chennai, preparing them for a career in military law. With limited vacancies and intense competition, securing a position in the JAG branch is a prestigious achievement.
