Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 260 Posts
The Indian Navy has released the official notification for the SSC Officer (January 2027 Course), offering 260 vacancies across the Executive, Technical, and Education branches. This is a prestigious opportunity for unmarried men and women to serve as commissioned officers.
Important Dates (2026 Recruitment)
- Online Application Starts: January 24, 2026
- Last Date to Apply: February 24, 2026
- SSB Interview Dates: Tentatively April – June 2026
- Course Commencement: January 2027 at INA Ezhimala, Kerala
The vacancies are spread across various specialized cadres:
| Branch | Cadre/Post | Total Posts | Eligibility (60% Minimum) |
| Executive | General Service (GS/X) / Hydro | 76 | BE/B.Tech in any discipline |
| Air Traffic Controller (ATC) | 18 | BE/B.Tech + 60% in X/XII English | |
| Pilot | 26 | BE/B.Tech + 60% in X/XII English | |
| Naval Air Operations (NAOO) | 22 | BE/B.Tech + 60% in X/XII English | |
| Logistics | 28 | BE/B.Tech / MBA / MCA / M.Sc (IT) | |
| Law | 02 | Degree in Law (55% marks) | |
| Technical | Engineering Branch (GS) | 38 | BE/B.Tech (Mech/Marine/Prod/Aero) |
| Electrical Branch (GS) | 45 | BE/B.Tech (Elec/ECE/Telecommunication) | |
| Naval Constructor | 18 | BE/B.Tech (Civil/Mech/Naval Arch) | |
| Education | Education Branch | 07 | M.Sc (Maths/Physics) / BE/B.Tech |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Candidates should generally be born within the age criteria as specified in the official notification — approx. between 02/01/2002 and 01/07/2007 (verify exact dates in official notification).
Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet branch-wise academic eligibility. Key points include:
- Executive Branch (General Service/Hydro): BE/B.Tech (any discipline) with minimum specified marks.
- Pilot, NAOO, ATC: Engineering degree + required English criteria.
- Logistics: BE/B.Tech, MBA, MCA/M.Sc or relevant qualifications.
- Engineering & Technical Branches: BE/B.Tech (relevant streams).
- Law: LLB with minimum marks & Bar Council recognition.
- Education Branch: Relevant Master’s/Bachelor’s degrees in specific subjects.
Exact eligibility by branch (marks, age, specific degrees) should be checked in the official notification PDF on joinindiannavy.gov.in.
Selection Process
The Navy follows a merit-based selection process without a preliminary written exam for most of these entries:
- Shortlisting: Based on normalized marks obtained in the qualifying degree.
- SSB Interview: 5-day selection process assessing personality and intelligence.
- Medical Examination: Conducted at base hospitals for SSB-recommended candidates.
- Final Merit List: Prepared based on SSB marks and medical fitness.
How to Apply
Visit the official website: Official Website Links
1.Indian Navy SSC Recruitment home:
https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in
2.Register with your email and mobile number to create a profile.
3.Fill in personal and educational details, ensuring aggregate marks are accurately calculated.
4.Upload scanned copies of original documents (10th, 12th, and Degree mark sheets).
5.Submit the application and print a copy for the SSB interview.
Official Website Links
Indian Navy SSC Recruitment home:
➡️ https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in
Benefits and Perks
- Rank: Sub-Lieutenant upon commissioning.
- Salary: Starting at approx. ₹1,10,000 per month (including allowances).
- Tenure: Initially 12 years, extendable by 2 years.
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Indian Navy SSC Entry 2026 Course Details
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