TGC-143 Merit List 2026 Released | AIR 2 from LWS Academy | Complete Details

The Indian Army has officially released the TGC-143 Merit List for the July 2026 Course at the prestigious Indian Military Academy. This merit list marks the final stage of the selection process for candidates aspiring to become officers through the Technical Graduate Course (TGC Entry).

The announcement has brought excitement across the defence aspirant community, especially for students associated with LWS, as one of its students, Advik Bhardwaj, secured an impressive AIR 2 in the Computer Science stream.

TGC-143 Merit List 2026 Overview

The TGC entry is one of the most prestigious direct officer entries into the Indian Army for engineering graduates. Candidates undergo:

• Shortlisting based on engineering marks
• SSB Interview process
• Medical examination
• Final merit preparation

The selected candidates will join training at Indian Military Academy in July 2026.

Key Highlights

Branch-Wise Merit List Highlights

The merit list includes candidates from multiple engineering streams.

Civil Engineering
Some of the top names recommended include:

• Manan Kumar Pandey
• Manjeet Singh

Computer Science Engineering
The Computer Science stream witnessed strong competition. Among the notable achievers:

• Bhuvanyu Walia
• Advik Bhardwaj (AIR 2 from LWS)

This achievement reflects the consistent mentorship and defence-oriented preparation environment provided at LWS.

Electronics Engineering
Recommended candidates include:

• Yaman Kumar Malik
• Aman Jain

Electrical Engineering
Top names include:

• Lakshya Kochar
• Aayush Nagpal

LWS Student Secures AIR 2

A proud moment for LWS came with Advik Bhardwaj securing All India Rank 2 in the TGC-143 merit list.

The achievement demonstrates:

• Strong technical preparation
• Consistent SSB mentorship
• Structured interview guidance
• Focused officer-like personality development

At LWS, candidates receive complete preparation support for:

• TGC Entry
• CDS
• NDA
• SSB Interview
• Technical Officer Entries

Important Instructions for Recommended Candidates

Being included in the merit list is a major milestone, but candidates must complete further formalities before receiving their Joining Letter (JL).

1. Submission of Final Documents
Candidates who have not submitted:

• Final semester marksheets
• Degree certificates
  must upload scanned copies immediately through the Join Indian Army portal.

2. Medical Fitness is Mandatory
All recommended candidates must clear:

• Military medical examinations
• Fitness verification procedures

Only medically fit candidates will receive joining instructions.

3. SSC(T)-67 Conversion Possibility
Candidates lower in the merit list may still receive opportunities under:

• SSC(T)-67 Entry
• October 2026 Course

This depends on:

• Vacancy availability
• Medical fitness
• Overall eligibility

How to Check TGC-143 Merit List PDF

Candidates can check the official merit list by following these steps:

1. Visit the official Join Indian Army website
2. Navigate to “Officers Selection”
3. Open “Merit Lists (Less UPSC/Departmental Entries)”
4. Select the TGC-143 July 2026 Merit List PDF

Official Website:
Join Indian Army

Why TGC Entry is Highly Prestigious

The Technical Graduate Course offers:

• Direct entry into Indian Army officer cadre
• Permanent Commission opportunity
• Technical leadership roles
• Training at IMA Dehradun
• Excellent career growth

Thousands of engineering graduates apply every year, making the competition extremely tough.

How LWS Helps TGC Aspirants

LWS provides specialized guidance for defence aspirants preparing for:

• TGC Entry
• Technical SSB Interviews
• Psychological Tests
• GTO Tasks
• Personal Interview Preparation

Key Features:

• Experienced Defence Mentors
• Personalized SSB Guidance
• Mock Interviews
• Technical Interview Sessions
• Officer-Like Personality Development
• Updated Defence Exam Strategy

The consistent results of LWS students highlight the effectiveness of its preparation ecosystem.

Final Thoughts

The release of the TGC-143 Merit List 2026 marks the beginning of an exciting journey for future Indian Army officers. Candidates who made the list should now focus on:

• Medical fitness
• Documentation
• Joining preparation

Meanwhile, aspirants preparing for future entries can learn from the success stories emerging from institutions like LWS, where disciplined preparation and mentorship continue to produce top defence results.

Congratulations to all recommended candidates and best wishes for training at Indian Military Academy.