**Executive Summary**
This document reports on the 157th Passing Out Parade at the Indian Military Academy in Dehradun, held on December 13, 2025. General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), reviewed the parade and commissioned 525 Officer Cadets and 34 foreign cadets from 14 friendly nations into the Indian Army. The event underscored the importance of courage, dedication, and international cooperation in the modern military landscape.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Passing Out Parade:**
* The 157th Passing Out Parade was held at the Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, on December 13, 2025.
* 525 Officer Cadets from various courses were commissioned: 157th Regular Course, 46th Technical Entry Scheme Course, 140th Technical Graduate Course, 55th Special Commissioned Officers Course and Territorial Army Online Entrance Exam 2023 Course.
* 34 Officer Cadets from 14 friendly foreign nations were also commissioned.
* **COAS Address:**
* COAS General Upendra Dwivedi reviewed the parade and congratulated the newly commissioned officers.
* He emphasized the significance of selfless service, dedication, and the importance of adapting to the dynamic security environment.
* He highlighted the need for seamless coordination between diplomacy and decisive military action.
* He urged the officers to uphold ethical conduct, serve with courage and conviction, and embody the principles of "Dharma".
* **Awards Presented:**
* Sword of Honour: Academy Cadet Adjutant Nishkal Dwivedi
* Gold Medal (First in Order of Merit): Academy Cadet Adjutant Nishkal Dwivedi
* Silver Medal (Second in Order of Merit): Battalion Under Officer Badal Yadav
* Bronze Medal (Third in Order of Merit): Senior Under Officer Kamaljeet Singh
* Silver Medal (First in Order of Merit – Technical Graduate Course): Officer Cadet Jadhav Sujeet Sampat
* Silver Medal (First in Order of Merit – Technical Entry Scheme - 46): Wing Cadet Captain Abhinav Mehrotra
* Silver Medal (Special Commission Officer): Officer Cadet Sunil Kumar Chhetri
* Medal (First in Order of Merit – Foreign Cadet): Junior Under Officer Mohammad Safin Ashraf from Bangladesh.
* Chief of the Army Staff Banner: Imphal Company (Overall First among 12 companies for Autumn Term 2025)
**Impact Analysis**
**Officer Cadets**
* **Impact:** Successfully commissioned into the Indian Army or their respective armed forces, ready to begin their service.
* **Action Required:** Uphold the values of the Academy, lead with courage, and serve the nation with dedication.
**Indian Military Academy (IMA)**
* **Impact:** Reinforces its legacy as a premier institution for producing capable military leaders.
* **Action Required:** Continue to provide high-quality training and adapt to the evolving needs of the military.
**Instructors and Staff**
* **Impact:** Recognition of their dedication to shaping officers of character and resilience.
* **Action Required:** Maintain their commitment to excellence in training future officers.
**Friendly Foreign Nations**
* **Impact:** Strengthened defence ties through the training of their officer cadets at the IMA.
* **Action Required:** Maintain partnerships and cooperation with the Indian Army.
**Parents and Families**
* **Impact:** Pride in their sons' achievements and dedication to the nation's service.
* **Action Required:** Continue to provide support and encouragement to their officer sons.
Key Entities Referenced
Indian Military Academy: Military academy where the Passing Out Parade was held.
Upendra Dwivedi: Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) who reviewed the parade.
Indian Army: Armed force receiving the newly commissioned officers.
Ministry of Defence: Government ministry overseeing defense matters.
Ministry of Defence
CHIEF OF THE ARMY STAFF, GENERAL
UPENDRA DWIVEDI REVIEWS 157TH PASSING
OUT PARADE AT INDIAN MILITARY ACADEMY
प्रव तथ: 13 DEC 2025 6:23PM by PIB Delhi
The Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, resonated with pride, tradition and military splendour as the
157th Passing Out Parade was held at the historic Drill Square today. The momentous occasion marked the
commissioning of Officer Cadets into the Indian Army, reflecting the Academy’s enduring motto, “Valour
and Wisdom”, and standing as a testament to the rigorous training, discipline and indomitable spirit of its
cadets.
Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), General Upendra Dwivedi, reviewed the parade and congratulated the
newly commissioned officers on successfully completing their training. Addressing the Officer Cadets on
the occasion, the COAS underscored that the profession of arms is far more than an occupation - it is a
sacred calling that demands unflinching dedication, selfless service and when required, the ultimate
sacrifice in the service of the nation. He lauded the Indian Military Academy’s illustrious legacy of
producing visionary leaders and intrepid officers who have time and again upheld the highest traditions of
courage and honour.
The COAS highlighted the dynamic and multifaceted nature of the modern security environment, which
increasingly spans across military, technological and societal domains. Citing Operation SINDOOR, he
stated that today’s warfare demands seamless coordination between diplomacy and decisive military
action. He observed that the Indian Army continues to evolve rapidly through modernisation and
innovation and that the newly commissioned officers will play a pivotal role in this ongoing
transformation. Emphasising leadership under uncertainty, he remarked that challenges of the future will
not always offer clear answers and will test officers in their adaptability, judgement and integrity.
The COAS exhorted the young leaders to lead by example, uphold ethical conduct and urged them to
become mentors and role models for their men, demonstrating moral courage, creative thinking and
composure in crises. He also commended the 34 foreign officer cadets from 14 friendly foreign nations on
their successful completion of training, noting that the friendships formed at the Academy symbolise
lasting bonds that strengthen defence ties between nations. Acknowledging the role of instructors and
staff, he praised their dedication to excellence in shaping officers of character and resilience. Expressing
gratitude to the proud parents for their sacrifices and trust, he thanked them on behalf of a grateful nation
for dedicating their sons to its defence.
Invoking the timeless wisdom of Chanakya, the COAS reminded the passing-out course that material
possessions and life itself are transient, but Dharma - righteousness and duty - is eternal. He called upon
every officer to uphold honour, loyalty and courage in service to the nation. Concluding his address, he
urged the young officers to remain purposeful, prepared and ahead of the curve, inspiring them to serve
with pride and conviction as true guardians of India’s sovereignty and future security.A total of 525 Officer Cadets from the 157th Regular Course, 46th Technical Entry Scheme Course, 140th
Technical Graduate Course, 55th Special Commissioned Officers Course and Territorial Army Online
Entrance Exam 2023 Course, along with 34 Officer Cadets from 14 Friendly Foreign Nations, were
commissioned. Their passage into commissioned service symbolises both the strengthening of India’s
defence leadership and the continuity of enduring military partnerships with friendly countries.
The ceremony was witnessed by proud parents, family members, senior Army officers and distinguished
guests. The parade culminated with the traditional ‘Antim Pag’ (final step), as the young officers marched
forward, ready to uphold the sovereignty, honour and ideals of the nation.
Awards Presented by the Reviewing Officer: -
• Sword of Honour – Academy Cadet Adjutant Nishkal Dwivedi
• Gold Medal (First in Order of Merit) – Academy Cadet Adjutant Nishkal Dwivedi
• Silver Medal (Second in Order of Merit) – Battalion Under Officer Badal Yadav
• Bronze Medal (Third in Order of Merit) – Senior Under Officer Kamaljeet Singh
• Silver Medal (First in Order of Merit – Technical Graduate Course) – Officer Cadet Jadhav Sujeet
Sampat
• Silver Medal (First in Order of Merit – Technical Entry Scheme - 46) – Wing Cadet Captain
Abhinav Mehrotra
Silver Medal (Special Commission Officer) - Officer Cadet Sunil Kumar Chhetri
• Medal (First in Order of Merit – Foreign Cadet) – Junior Under Officer Mohammad Safin Ashraf
from Bangladesh.
• Chief of the Army Staff Banner – Imphal Company (Overall First among 12 companies for Autumn
Term 2025)
As the 157th Course begins its journey of leadership and service, the Indian Military Academy reaffirms
its legacy as a premier institution committed to producing officers who will lead with courage,
professionalism and unwavering dedication to the nation.*****
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