Archive · 14 Dec 2025
Indian Military Academy Commissions 525 Officers
The Indian Military Academy (IMA) in Dehradun held a big parade to welcome 525 new officers into the Indian Army.
These officers come from different training programs and even include 34 officers from other countries.
The head of the army, General Upendra Dwivedi, was there to watch the parade and give a speech.
He told the new officers to always serve the country with pride and honor.
Some officers won special awards for doing really well in their training.
The parade ended with a beautiful march and a shower of rose petals from army helicopters.
Additionally, two young officers, Mohit from Haryana and Hitesh Manhas from Himachal Pradesh, were commissioned in the Indian Air Force.
Their stories highlight their resilience and determination in overcoming personal hardships to join the military.
Lieutenant Hardeep Gill, who faced setbacks due to the Agnipath scheme, was also commissioned as an officer in the Sikh Light Infantry.
525 officers commissioned into the Indian Army at the Autumn 2025 Passing Out Parade in Dehradun.
The parade was reviewed by the Chief of the Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi.
Officers belonged to various courses, including 157th Regular Course and 46th Technical Entry Scheme.
34 foreign officer cadets from 14 friendly nations were also commissioned.
Awards were given to top-performing cadets, including the Sword of Honour to Nishkal Dwivedi.
- Who
- Indian Military Academy (IMA), 525 newly commissioned officers, including 34 foreign cadets
- What
- Autumn 2025 Passing Out Parade (POP) and Combined Graduation Parade of Air Force Academy
- When
- Autumn 2025
- Where
- Dehradun and Dindigul
- Why
- To commission new officers into the Indian Army and Indian Air Force
Personal Stories of Resilience
Military Training and Achievements
Background of Officers
Personal Stories of Resilience
Officers like Mohit and Hitesh overcame significant personal hardships to join the military, showcasing resilience and determination.
Military Training and Achievements
The focus is on the rigorous training and achievements of the cadets, including awards and the passing out parade.
- Number of Officers Commissioned
- 525
- Location
- Dehradun
- Reviewing Officer
- General Upendra Dwivedi
- Foreign Officer Cadets
- 34 from 14 nations
- Sword of Honour
- Nishkal Dwivedi
- Best Team Performance
- Imphal Company
- Notable Officers
- Flying Officer Mohit, Flying Officer Hitesh Manhas, Lieutenant Hardeep Gill
- Awards
- President’s Plaque, Nawanagar Sword of Honour, Sword of Honour
Sources
IMA commissions 525 young officers into Indian Army at Autumn-2025 ‘Passing Out Parade’
Operation Sindoor was testimony of India’s courage and resolve: COAS Gen Upendra Dwivedi
After Agnipath dashes dreams of becoming IAF Airman, Haryana man passes out of IMA as Army Lieutenant
Two young officers from Haryana, Himachal get commissioned in IAF
