The Ministry of Defence announced the commissioning of the first batch of women cadets trained at the National Defence Academy (NDA) into the Defence Forces. The batch of 17 women cadets, who joined the NDA in August 2022 as part of the 148th Course, completed their rigorous pre-commission training at their respective Service academies before being commissioned.
In the Indian Army, nine officers were commissioned during the Passing Out Parade of the 158th Regular Course held at the Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, on June 13, 2026, with President Droupadi Murmu reviewing the parade. In the Indian Air Force, five officers were commissioned during the Combined Graduation Parade of the 217th Course at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad, on June 13, 2026, reviewed by Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh. In the Indian Navy, three officers were commissioned during the Spring Term 2026 Passing Out Parade at the Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala on May 28, 2026, reviewed by Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena.
This commissioning marks a significant milestone in the evolution of women's participation in military service and reflects the nation's commitment to equal opportunity, merit, and excellence in military service. The achievement is presented as a testament to the cadets' dedication, discipline, and perseverance, with the expectation that it will inspire generations of young women across the country to pursue careers in uniform.