What is short service commission SSC?

Under short service commission, the Army allows 10-year service with an option of a 4-year extension. Under Agnipath, Agniveer recruits will serve for 4 years. Updated: Jun 14, 2022 10:45. |
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What is PC and SSC in Army?

SSC officers are presently inducted under the 10+4 scheme, wherein the officer serves for 10 years and can exercise the option of extending his service by 4 years. PC is granted to SSC officers subject to service requirement and availability of vacancies.
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Who can apply for short service commission?

1. Applications are invited from eligible unmarried Male and unmarried Female Engineering Graduates and also from Widows of Indian Armed Forces Defence Personnel who died in harness for grant of Short Service Commission (SSC) in the Indian Army.
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What is SSC officer?

Short Service Commission Officer (SSC Officer) in the Indian Navy in Executive, Education and Technical Branches. Organisation. Indian Navy.
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Do short service commission officers get permanent commission?

Short Service Commission

Either elect for a Permanent Commission or opt out or have the option of 4 years extension.
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Is SSC or PC better?

A PC entitles an officer to serve in the Navy till he/she retires unlike SSC, which is currently for 10 years and can be extended by four more years, or a total of 14 years.
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What is life after OTA?

While cadets passing out of IMA get a permanent commission, those passing out of OTA get a Short Service Commission (SSC). Women cadets are eligible to apply only for SSC and they get into support services corps. “The SSC is for a period of 10 years and one can avail an extension of four years.
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What is SSC post in Army?

Indian Army has released the notification of SSC(Tech)- 59 Men and SSCW(Tech)- 30 Women Entry Scheme from unmarried male and unmarried female candidates and also from Widows of Defence Personnel who died in harness for grant of Short Service Commission (SSC) in the Indian Army.
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What is the percentage of short service commission SSC officers get permanent commission PC in Army Navy and Air Force?

Currently, the SSC is for 10 years, which can be extended by up to four years. At the end of 14 years, there is an option for permanent commission. Gen. Rawat said about 25-30% of the SSC officers would be granted PC so that they are kept motivated.
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What is SSC entry in Army?

Indian Army SSC Technical 2022: The Indian Army is inviting applications from eligible unmarried Male and unmarried Female Engineering Graduates and also from Widows of Indian Armed Forces Defence Personnel (who died in Harness only) for the grant of Short Service Commission (SSC) in the Indian Army under the 59th ...
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Is SSC an Army?

NEW DELHI: Indian Army has invited online applications from from eligible unmarried male and unmarried female engineering graduates and also from widows of Indian Armed Forces Defence Personnel for grant of Short Service Commission (SSC) in the Indian Army.
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Can I join Army through SSC?

SSC is a wonderful option for all those of you who aspire to serve it for a few years. It gives you the option of joining the Army, and serving it as a commissioned officer for ten years. Once your tenure is over, you are allowed to opt for PC.
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What are the benefits of short service commission in Indian Army?

Either elect for a Permanent Commission or opt out. Those not selected for Permanent Commission have the option of a 4 years extension. They can resign at any time during this period. A Short Service Commission empowers you with analytical thinking, planning skills, administrative and organizational abilities.
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What is short service in Army?

DIRECT SHORT SERVICE COURSE (DSSC)

The DSSC is a 9 month intensive military training for professionals drawn from various disciplines to serve as officers in the non combat services of the Army, Navy and the Air Force.
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What happens to SSC officers do after retirement?

A long-pending reform

As of now, only officers have the option of joining the armed forces on SSC. They retire at the end of their 14-year tenure with a gratuity amount. Many of them, however, opt for permanent commission at the end of their tenure.
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Do Air Force SSC officers get pension?

Pension to EC/SSC Officers

Serving JCOs/Ors including corresponding ranks of the NAVY & AIR FORCE granted EC/SSC will be eligible for retiring pension after 12 years of qualifying service actually rendered. Authy : Govt. of India, Min.
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What is the difference between regular Commission and Short Service Commission?

Permanent commission means a career in the armed forces till retirement. Under short service commission, the Army allows 10-year service with an option of a 4-year extension. Under Agnipath, Agniveer recruits will serve for 4 years.
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Is it compulsory to cut hair in OTA?

Yes, at OTA Chennai Lady officers are required to have short hair cut during training. They are permitted to have long hair after the training period.
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Are phones allowed in OTA?

a) Only basic phones will be allowed to be used by Cadets. (b) Cadets will not bring smart phones to Academy. (c) Cadets will be issued their basic mob phones on Saturday evening and phones will be collected back after dinner on Sunday. The phone will be used inside their room.
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Can a girl join OTA?

Both men and women can apply for OTA in CDS Recruitment. OTA is also called a Short Service Commission. In OTA, candidates are allowed to stay in service for 10 to 14 years. Candidates have to apply for a permanent commission if they want to work for more than 14 years of commission.
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Can a Army officer become IAS?

Defence personnel cannot take the UPSC Civil Services Exam while in service. However, a short service commissioned (SSC) officer in the army can take the exam if he has less than two years of service left and satisfies all the other eligibility conditions of the UPSC CSE.
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Is short service commission Good Quora?

I am great supporter of Short Service Commission for both men & women. It is a win-win situation for the individual as well as the Army. At present there is a paucity of jobs in India. This situation will remain for 5–6 years.
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Can a 26 year old join the Indian Army?

Nationality: Only citizens of India. Age Limits: 18 to 42 years. Educational Qualifications: Graduate from recognized university. Employment: Gainfully Employed.
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