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254 Cadets to Be Commissioned at OTA Gaya's 29th Passing Out Parade on Sept 5
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 01 Sep 2026, 08:36 PM
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The Officer Training Academy in Gaya is set to commission 254 cadets as Indian Army officers during its 29th passing out parade on September 5.
The Officer Training Academy (OTA) at Gaya, Bihar, is gearing up for its 29th passing out parade scheduled for September 5. The ceremony will see 254 cadets formally inducted as officers of the Indian Army, marking the culmination of their rigorous training period.
Preparations for the parade have accelerated in recent weeks, with drill rehearsals, ceremonial protocols, and logistical arrangements being finalised to ensure a smooth event. The large cohort reflects the academy’s continued role in supplying a steady stream of junior officers to the armed forces.
During the ceremony, a select group of top‑performing cadets will receive the ‘Medhavi’ award, recognising outstanding academic and leadership achievements. Senior army officials are expected to preside over the event, presenting commissions and addressing the newly minted officers.
The passing out parade, a hallmark of military tradition, will be attended by families, dignitaries and media, underscoring the significance of the occasion for both the cadets and the nation’s defence establishment.
Preparations for the parade have accelerated in recent weeks, with drill rehearsals, ceremonial protocols, and logistical arrangements being finalised to ensure a smooth event. The large cohort reflects the academy’s continued role in supplying a steady stream of junior officers to the armed forces.
During the ceremony, a select group of top‑performing cadets will receive the ‘Medhavi’ award, recognising outstanding academic and leadership achievements. Senior army officials are expected to preside over the event, presenting commissions and addressing the newly minted officers.
The passing out parade, a hallmark of military tradition, will be attended by families, dignitaries and media, underscoring the significance of the occasion for both the cadets and the nation’s defence establishment.