Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 257 Vacancies | Apply Online

The Indian Navy has officially released the Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer Recruitment Notification for the June 2027 (AT 27) Course. Eligible unmarried men and women candidates can apply online for Executive, Technical, Education, Pilot, Naval Constructor, Logistics, Air Traffic Controller, Observer and several other branches.

The online application process starts from 25 June 2026 and the last date to submit the online application is 27 July 2026. Selected candidates will undergo training at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala.

Indian Navy SSC Recruitment 2026 Highlights

Indian Navy SSC Vacancy 2026

The Indian Navy has announced 257 tentative vacancies across different branches.

Total Vacancies: 257 (Tentative)

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the required qualification with minimum qualifying marks.

Executive Branch

• BE/B.Tech in any discipline
• Minimum 60% Marks

Pilot

• BE/B.Tech
• 60% in X & XII
• 60% in English

Observer

• BE/B.Tech

Air Traffic Controller

• BE/B.Tech

Logistics

Candidates having any one of the following

• BE/B.Tech
• MBA
• MCA
• M.Sc (IT)
• B.Sc/B.Com/B.Sc(IT) with PG Diploma in Logistics/Finance/Supply Chain

Naval Armament Inspectorate

BE/B.Tech in

• Mechanical
• Electrical
• Electronics
• Computer Science
• Aerospace
• Metallurgy
• Chemical
• Production
• Instrumentation

OR

• PG Degree in Electronics
• PG Degree in Physics

Education Branch

Eligible candidates possessing

• M.Sc
• MA
• ME
• M.Tech
• BE/B.Tech

in notified disciplines.

Technical Branch

Engineering graduates in

• Mechanical
• Marine
• Electrical
• Electronics
• Production
• Instrumentation
• Civil
• Aerospace
• Naval Architecture
• Ship Building

with minimum 60% marks are eligible.

Age Limit

Age criteria differ according to the branch.

Generally, candidates should be born between

• 02 July 2002
• 01 January 2008

Some entries have separate age criteria such as Pilot, ATC and Education Branch. Candidates should carefully verify their respective branch before applying.

Who Can Apply?

Eligible applicants include:

• Engineering Graduates
• Final Year Engineering Students
• Post Graduate Candidates
• MBA Candidates
• MCA Candidates
• M.Tech Candidates
• Merchant Navy Officers (specified entries)
• DGCA Commercial Pilot License Holders
• NCC ‘C’ Certificate Holders

Foreign university graduates possessing UGC equivalence certificates are also eligible.

Salary

Selected candidates will join as Sub Lieutenant.

Initial Gross Salary

Approximately ₹1,20,000 per month

Additional benefits include

• Military Service Pay
• Dearness Allowance
• Flying Allowance
• Submarine Allowance
• Transport Allowance
• House Rent Allowance (where applicable)
• Medical Facilities
• Naval Group Insurance
• Leave Benefits
• Pension Benefits (as applicable)

Training

Selected candidates will undergo training at

Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala

Only unmarried candidates are eligible for training.

Initial Short Service Commission will be

• 12 Years
• Extendable by 2 Years depending upon service requirements.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of

1. Online Application
2. Shortlisting based on normalized marks
3. SSB Interview
4. Medical Examination
5. Merit List
6. Training at INA

Final selection depends upon

• Merit
• Medical Fitness
• Availability of Vacancies

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready.

• 10th Certificate
• 12th Certificate
• Degree Marksheets
• Final Semester Marks
• Passport Size Photograph
• Signature
• Aadhaar Card
• NCC Certificate (if applicable)
• Merchant Navy Certificate (if applicable)
• CGPA Conversion Formula
• Valid Email ID
• Mobile Number

How to Apply?

Follow these steps to submit your online application.

Step 1

Visit the official Indian Navy recruitment website.

Step 2

Complete the registration process.

Step 3

Login using your credentials.

Step 4

Choose the desired SSC Entry.

Step 5

Fill personal and educational details.

Step 6

Upload

• Photograph
• Signature
• Educational Certificates

Step 7

Preview the application carefully.

Step 8

Submit the application before 27 July 2026.

Step 9

Download and print the application form for future reference.

Important Instructions

• Applications must be submitted online only.
• Multiple applications will be rejected.
• Final-year students are eligible.
• Degree must be completed before joining INA.
• Shortlisting is based on normalized marks.
• Candidates should provide an active mobile number and email ID.
• Candidates should regularly check SMS and email for SSB call letters.
• Change of SSB Centre is not allowed.
• Any false information will result in cancellation of candidature.
• Candidates found using narcotics during selection or training will be debarred.

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