Contents
- 1 Indian Army Havildar Recruitment 2026
- 1.1
- 1.2 Complete Details & How to Apply
- 1.3 Category-wise Details :
- 1.4 Best scholarships for J&K students after 12th
- 1.5 Eligibility Criteria :
- 1.6 Salary and Benefits :
- 1.7
- 1.8 Selection Process Explained
- 1.9 Best Education Loan Options for J&K Students
- 1.10 How to Apply Online for Indian Army Havildar Education 2026: Step-by-Step Guide
- 1.11
- 1.12 Important Dates: Application Timeline
- 1.13 IMPORTANT LINKS
- 1.14 👉Join JK Updates WhatsApp Channel 👈
Indian Army Havildar Recruitment 2026
Post Name: Havildar (Education) – IT/Cyber, Information Operation & Linguist
Total Categories: 5 (IT/Cyber, Information Operation, Linguist-Chinese, Linguist-Russian, Linguist-Arabic)
Rank on Appointment: Havildar
Pay Scale: Pay Level 4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100)
Job Location: All India (Various Army Units)
Application Start Date: 13 February 2026
Application Last Date: 01 April 2026
Complete Details & How to Apply
Indian Army has released the official notification for Havildar (Education) Recruitment 2026 in IT/Cyber, Information Operation, and Linguist categories. This is an excellent opportunity for young graduates to join the Indian Army as a Havildar in the Army Education Corps. The basic pay starts at ₹25,500 per month (Pay Level 4) and can go up to ₹81,100 with increments.
Online registration is open from 13 February 2026 to 01 April 2026 through the Join Indian Army portal. Only unmarried male Indian citizens with a graduation degree (minimum 50% marks) in relevant subjects are eligible to apply. Read the full article for detailed eligibility, exam pattern, selection process, and how to apply.
Category-wise Details :
| Category / Trade | Eligibility Summary |
|---|---|
| Havildar (IT/Cyber) | BSc/MSc/BTech in IT, Cyber Security, Computer Science, AI/ML, Data Science or related fields (Priority-I) OR BSc/MSc in Maths/Physics/Chemistry, BE/BTech Electronics (Priority-II) |
| Havildar (Information Operation) | BSc/MSc/BTech in IT/CS, BA/MA in Mass Communication, Journalism, Psychology, Sociology, Public Admin, Political Science (Priority-I) OR BA/MA in English/Urdu/Kashmiri/Tibetan/History, BSc Multimedia, Maths/Physics/Chemistry (Priority-II) |
| Havildar (Linguist) – Chinese | BA/MA in Chinese language OR Diploma in Chinese + BA/MA in English (Priority-I) OR BA/MA in English/Political Science/History, BSc/MSc in Maths/Physics/Chemistry (Priority-II) |
| Havildar (Linguist) – Russian | BA/MA in Russian language OR Diploma in Russian + BA/MA in English (Priority-I) OR same Priority-II as Chinese |
| Havildar (Linguist) – Arabic | BA/MA in Arabic language OR Diploma in Arabic + BA/MA in English (Priority-I) OR same Priority-II as Chinese |
Note : Candidates with Priority-I qualifications get 30 bonus marks in final merit. Candidates can apply for only one sub-category of Havildar (Education).
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Eligibility Criteria :
Educational Qualification
Minimum qualification is Graduation or Post-Graduation from a recognised university with at least 50% marks in the relevant subjects listed above for each trade. The subject mentioned in brackets must be the Honours subject or must have been studied in all three years of graduation.
Age Limit
- Age: 20 to 25 years as on 01 July 2027
- Date of Birth: Candidates born between 01 July 2002 and 01 July 2007 (both dates inclusive) are eligible
- Gender: Only unmarried male Indian citizens can apply
Physical Standards
| Region | Height (cm) | Min Weight (kg) | Max Weight (kg) | Chest (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Himalaya | 162 | 48 | 60.4 | 77 |
| Eastern Himalaya | 160 | 48 | 58.9 | 77 |
| Western/Eastern/Central/Southern Plains | 162 | 50 | 60.4 | 77 |
| Gorkha | 157 | 48 | 56.7 | 77 |
| Ladakhi | 157 | 50 | 56.7 | 77 |
| Andaman & Nicobar, Lakshadweep (Local) | 155 | 50 | 55.3 | 77 |
| Andaman & Nicobar, Lakshadweep (Non-Local) | 165 | 50 | 62.6 | 77 |
Salary and Benefits :
Selected candidates will be enrolled as Havildar (Education) in the Army Education Corps. The pay and benefits include:
Basic Pay: ₹25,500 per month (Pay Level 4, up to ₹81,100)
Dearness Allowance (DA): As per government rates
House Rent Allowance (HRA): Based on city of posting
Military Service Pay (MSP): ₹5,200 per month
Free medical facilities, ration, accommodation, and CSD canteen benefits
Initial service period: 24 years, extendable by 2 years or up to 49 years of age
NPS, gratuity, and pension on retirement
Selection Process Explained
Stage 1: Online Common Entrance Examination (CEE)
Computer Based Test at designated centres across India. The exam is objective, multiple-choice, and mouse-click based.
Exam Pattern :
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Max Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Knowledge, General English, Mathematics, Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 1 Hour | No |
| Paper-II | Trade-Specific Subject | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours | No |
Total Duration : 3 Hours. Minimum 40% marks required in both papers (mandatory to pass both). Priority-I qualification holders get 30 bonus marks in final merit.
Stage 2: Recruitment Rally (PFT / PMT / Medical)
Shortlisted candidates must clear the following Physical Fitness Tests:
1.6 km Run: Maximum time 6 minutes 20 seconds
Pull-ups (Beam): Minimum 6 pull-ups
Zig-Zag Balance: Must pass
9 Feet Ditch: Must pass
PFT marks are not added to the final merit. Medical examination by Army Medical Team follows.
Stage 3: Aptitude Skill Test & Personal Interview
Conducted at AEC Training College & Centre, Pachmarhi (Madhya Pradesh). Minimum 25 out of 50 marks (50%) required in interview to qualify.
Stage 4: Final Merit & Training
Final merit based on Paper-I + Paper-II + Aptitude/Interview marks + Priority bonus (if applicable). Training consists of 19 weeks basic training + 34 weeks advanced military training at AEC Training College & Centre, Pachmarhi (MP), including On-Job Training at various institutions.
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How to Apply Online for Indian Army Havildar Education 2026: Step-by-Step Guide
Keep ready: Aadhaar Card, educational certificates with marksheets, passport-size photographs, active email ID, and mobile number.
- Visit the official website (link provided below)
Click on “JCO/OR Enrollment” and register your profile
Check your eligibility for Havildar (Education) category
Fill in all personal details and educational qualifications carefully
Select your preferred sub-category (IT/Cyber OR Information Operation OR Linguist) — you can apply for only one
Upload your recent passport-size photograph
Select your preferred exam centre (5 options allowed)
Pay the examination fee of ₹250 through Credit/Debit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI
Review your application form carefully and submit it
Download and save the confirmation page for future reference
Download your Admit Card when released and take a colour printout for the exam
Important Dates: Application Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start Date | 13 February 2026 |
| Online Registration Last Date | 01 April 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced on joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| Online CEE (Computer Based Test) | To be announced |
| Recruitment Rally (PFT/PMT/Medical) | To be announced |
| Aptitude Test & Interview at Pachmarhi | To be announced |
| Final Result | To be announced on joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Category : All Candidates
Fee Amount : ₹250
Payment Mode: Credit Card / Debit Card (Maestro, MasterCard, Amex, VISA, Rupay), Internet Banking, UPI. Fee refund is available if application is withdrawn within 48 hours of registration window closing.
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