JAG Entry — Army Judge Advocate General
JAG Entry is a Short Service Commission in the Indian Army for law graduates. Army JAG officers serve as legal advisers to the military, handle court martial proceedings, legal aid, property and service law matters. It combines a legal career with the honour of military service.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Legal adviser to Army units and formations
- Court martial proceedings and summary trial advisory
- Service law — pay, pension, promotion and discharge matters
- Property and contract law advisory for Army establishments
- Legal aid to Army personnel and families
- International humanitarian law training and advisory
Skills Required
- Military law — Army Act 1950 and Army Rules
- Court martial procedure and military justice system
- Service law and administrative law
- International humanitarian law — Laws of Armed Conflict
- Legal communication and advisory in a military context
- Physical fitness — passing Army medical and physical standards
Career Roadmap
Complete LLB from a recognised university (minimum 55 percent marks)
Age must be between 21 and 27 years at the time of application
Apply through the official Indian Army JAG recruitment notification
Clear the SSB (Services Selection Board) interview and medical examination
JAG officers serve a 14-year Short Service Commission with pension eligibility option
Salary Range
Figures are indicative and vary by city, employer and experience.
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