Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 - 275 Vacancies (Jun 2027 AT 27 Course)

## Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 ### Recruitment Overview **Organization:** Indian Navy, Ministry of Defence **Recruitment Type:** Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer **Course Name:** Jun 2027 (AT 27) Course **Total Vacancies:** 275 posts (Tentative - may vary based on training slots) **Training Academy:** Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala **Position:** Sub Lieutenant (Officer Rank) **Application Period:** 25 June 2026 to 27 July 2026 **Initial Gross Salary:** ₹1,20,000 per month (approximately) **Application Mode:** Online only **Official Website:** www.joinindiannavy.gov.in ### About This Recruitment The Indian Navy invites applications from eligible unmarried men and women graduates for officer-level Short Service Commission (SSC) positions across 12 branches/cadres including Executive, Pilot, Naval Air Operations Officer, Air Traffic Controller, Logistics, Naval Armament Inspectorate Cadre, Education, Engineering, Electrical, Naval Constructor, and Submarine Tech branches. Selected candidates will be commissioned as Sub Lieutenants and trained at the prestigious Indian Naval Academy in Kerala. ### Vacancy Distribution by Branch **Total Vacancies:** 275 posts across 12 branches | Branch | Vacancies | Gender | Date of Birth Range | |--------|-----------|--------|-------------------| | Executive Branch (GS(X)/Hydro Cadre) | 90 (incl. 10 Hydro) | M&W (max 10 in GS(X), 2 in Hydro for women) | 02 Jul 2002 - 01 Jan 2008 | | Pilot | 25 | M&W (max 3 for women) | 02 Jul 2003 - 01 Jul 2008 | | Naval Air Operations Officer (Observers) | 18 | M&W (max 3 for women) | 02 Jul 2003 - 01 Jul 2008 | | Air Traffic Controller (ATC) | 15 | M&W | 02 Jul 2002 - 01 Jul 2006 | | Logistics | 10 | M&W (max 2 for women) | 02 Jul 2002 - 01 Jan 2008 | | Naval Armament Inspectorate Cadre (NAIC) | 14 | M&W | 02 Jul 2002 - 01 Jan 2008 | | Education | 13 (5+8) | M&W | 02 Jul 2002 - 01 Jul 2006 | | Engineering Branch (GS) | 24 | M&W (max 4 for women) | 02 Jul 2002 - 01 Jan 2008 | | Submarine Tech Engineering | Varies | M&W | 02 Jul 2002 - 01 Jan 2008 | | Electrical Branch (GS) | 40 (8+32) | Men only (8), M&W (32, max 5 for women) | 02 Jul 2002 - 01 Jan 2008 | | Submarine Tech Electrical | 8 | Men only | 02 Jul 2002 - 01 Jan 2008 | | Naval Constructor | 18 | M&W | 02 Jul 2002 - 01 Jan 2008 | **Note:** Vacancies are tentative and subject to change based on training slot availability. ### Eligibility Criteria **Marital Status:** - ONLY unmarried candidates are eligible - Candidates found to be married or who marry during training will be discharged **Educational Qualification (Branch-wise):** **Executive Branch (GS(X)/Hydro):** - BE/B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks **Pilot / Naval Air Operations Officer / Air Traffic Controller:** - BE/B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks - PLUS: 60% aggregate in Class X and XII - PLUS: Minimum 60% marks in English in Class X or XII **Logistics:** - BE/B.Tech in any discipline with First Class, OR - MBA with First Class, OR - B.Sc/B.Com/B.Sc (IT) with First Class + PG Diploma in Finance/Logistics/Supply Chain Management/Material Management, OR - MCA/M.Sc (IT) with First Class **Naval Armament Inspectorate Cadre (NAIC):** - BE/B.Tech (minimum 60% marks) in: Mechanical, Aeronautical, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics, Micro Electronics, Industrial Production, Instrumentation & Control, Electronics & Communication, Industrial Engineering, Aero Space, Control Engineering, IT, Production, Instrumentation, Applied Electronics & Instrumentation, Electronics & Tele Communication, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Application, Metallurgy, Metallurgical, Chemical, Material Science, OR - Post Graduate degree in Electronics/Physics - PLUS: 60% aggregate in Class X and XII and minimum 60% in English **Education:** - MSc/MA in Maths/Operational Research/Physics/Applied Physics/Meteorology/Oceanography/Atmospheric Sciences (min 60%) - MA (History) with min 55% - BE/B.Tech in Mechanical/Production/Electrical/Electronics/Communication/Electronics & Instrumentation - ME/M.Tech in Electronics/Communication/Controls/Radar/Microwave/Optical Fibre Communication/Digital Signal Processing/VLSI - ME/M.Tech in Thermal/Production/Machine Design/Mechatronics/Meteorology/Oceanography/Atmospheric Sciences (with Physics & Maths at graduation) - Minimum 60% in Class X, XII and 60% in English **Engineering Branch (GS):** - BE/B.Tech (minimum 60% marks) in: Marine Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering & Management, Aero Space Engineering, Automobiles Engineering, Control Engineering, Instrumentation & Control, Metallurgy Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical/Mechanical with Automation **Submarine Tech Engineering:** - Same as Engineering Branch (GS) **Electrical Branch (GS):** - BE/B.Tech (minimum 60% marks) in: Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics & Tele Communication, Applied Electronics & Instrumentation, Instrumentation, Tele Communication, Electronics & Communication, Power Electronics, Power Engineering, Instrumentation & Control, Electronics & Instrumentation, Applied Electronics & Communication **Submarine Tech Electrical:** - Same as Electrical Branch (GS) **Naval Constructor:** - BE/B.Tech (minimum 60% marks) in: Mechanical/Mechanical with Automation, Civil Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Aero Space Engineering, Marine Engineering, Ship Technology, Naval Architecture, Metallurgy, Ship Building, Ship Design, Ocean Engineering **Degree Requirements:** - Bachelor's degree or Post-Graduate degree obtained or in final year - Degree from university incorporated by Act of Central/State Legislature - Institutions established by Act of Parliament, deemed Universities, Autonomous Universities under UGC Act, IIT Act, AICTE Act, NISER Act, IIT Act - Degrees from foreign institutions valid if UGC equivalence certificate provided ### Age Limit (as on Reference Date) **General Age Limits by Branch:** (See vacancy table above for exact date-of-birth ranges) Most branches: 20-25 or 18-32 years depending on branch Pilot/Observer entries: 20-25 years ATC: 18-24 years ### Salary & Benefits Package **Initial Gross Salary:** - ₹1,20,000 per month (approximately, including all allowances) **Allowances (Post-Training):** - Pilot/NAOO and Submarine allowance: ₹31,250 per month (after successful completion of training) **Additional Benefits:** - Dearness Allowance (DA) - as per government norms - House Rent Allowance (HRA) - based on posting location - Medical facilities - CGHS/Navy Medical Scheme - Leave entitlements - 30 days casual leave, 20 days earned leave annually - Pension - Defined Contribution Pension System (DCPS) - Gratuity - as per Navy regulations - Loan assistance - for housing, vehicle purchase, education - Group insurance scheme - Family medical coverage **Service Tenure:** - Initial Short Service Commission: 12 years - Extensible by: Maximum 02 years (subject to service requirement, performance, medical eligibility, and willingness) - Probation period: 2 years (from rank of Sub Lieutenant grant date) ### Important Dates | Event | Date | |-------|------| | Notification Release | 27 June 2026 | | Online Application Opens | 25 June 2026 | | Last Date to Apply | 27 July 2026 | | Course Commencement | June 2027 | | Training Location | INA, Ezhimala, Kerala | ### Selection Process (4 Stages) **Stage 1: Shortlisting for SSB Interview** - Based on normalised marks from qualifying degree - BE/B.Tech candidates: Marks from up to 5th semester (or final year if in final year) - Post-Graduate candidates: Marks from all semesters - Normalisation formula available at: https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in/files/normalisation.pdf **Stage 2: SSB Interview** - Conducted at designated SSB Centres - Shortlisted candidates notified via email/SMS - Candidates must NOT change email/mobile after submission - SSB Centre change NOT permissible - Interview assesses aptitude, personality, and officer qualities **Stage 3: Medical Examination** - SSB-recommended candidates undergo medical examination - Candidates must inform final degree results to officer@navy.gov.in before 20 June 2027 - Medical standards vary by branch (especially Pilot branch) - Medical examination as per Indian Navy Medical Standards (A-2 category for most branches) - Physical & medical standards include height, leg length, vision, hearing, etc. **Stage 4: Merit List** - Prepared based on SSB marks after medical clearance - Separate merit list for each entry/branch - Mere inclusion in select list does not guarantee appointment - Final appointment as per service requirement and statutory guidelines ### How to Apply **Application Process:** 1. **Visit Official Portal:** Go to www.joinindiannavy.gov.in 2. **Register Account:** Create new account with valid email and mobile 3. **Login:** Access application form with credentials 4. **Fill Details:** - Personal information (name, DOB matching Matriculation Certificate) - Educational details (qualifications with CGPA/marks) - Branch preference (choose eligible branch) - SSB Centre preference 5. **Upload Documents:** - Passport-size colour photograph (JPG/TIFF format, recent, clear) - Signature (JPG/TIFF format) - Educational mark sheets and certificates (10th, 12th, degree) - CGPA/marks covering required semesters - NCC 'C' certificate (if applicable) - All documents must be legible and readable 6. **Verify & Review:** Double-check all information 7. **Submit Application:** Submit form (no amendments/changes allowed after submission) 8. **Print Copy:** Take printout of submitted application (carry to SSB interview) **Documents to Prepare:** - Correct personal particulars from Matriculation Certificate - Valid email address and active mobile number - CGPA/marks up to: 5th & 7th semester (BE/B.Tech), all semesters (Post-Graduate) - Mark sheets: 10th, 12th, semester-wise degree mark sheets - Date of birth proof (10th or 12th certificate) - NCC 'C' Certificate (if issued) - Recent passport-size colour photograph (JPG/TIFF) - Degree certificate/provisional certificate ### Important Instructions & Common Mistakes to Avoid **Critical Points:** 1. **ONLY UNMARRIED CANDIDATES ELIGIBLE** - Married candidates or those who marry during training will be discharged 2. **UPLOAD CLEAR DOCUMENTS** - Blurred/low-resolution documents lead to rejection. Ensure all scans are legible 3. **EXACT PERSONAL DETAILS** - Enter details exactly as shown in Matriculation Certificate. Discrepancies cause rejection 4. **CORRECT BRANCH SELECTION** - Verify educational qualification and stream requirements before selecting branch 5. **COMPLETE CGPA/MARKS** - Include marks/CGPA for all required semesters (5th & 7th for BE/B.Tech, all semesters for PG) 6. **DO NOT CHANGE CONTACT DETAILS** - Keep registered email/mobile unchanged till selection complete. You may miss SSB shortlist communications 7. **NO MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS** - Submitting multiple applications leads to cancellation of candidature 8. **TAKE PRINTOUT** - Candidates MUST carry printout of submitted application to SSB interview 9. **CHECK EMAIL/SMS REGULARLY** - Includes spam folder. All communications (SSB call, medical exam) via registered email/SMS 10. **MEDICAL STANDARDS COMPLIANCE** - Especially for Pilot branch - verify physical/medical standards (height, leg length, etc.) before applying ### Probation & Training Details **Probation Period:** 2 years - Commences from grant of Sub Lieutenant rank - Terminates after 2 years or completion of initial training (whichever is later) - Unsatisfactory performance during probation: Liable to be discharged at any stage **Training at INA:** - Location: Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, Kerala - Induction Rank: Sub Lieutenant - Eligibility at joining: Must meet educational qualification by June 2027 - Marital Status: ONLY unmarried candidates. Marriage during training results in discharge - Induction Medical Examination: Must clear medical at INA upon posting **Male GS(X) Eligibility:** Can volunteer for submarine arm (subject to medical fitness, vacancies, service requirements) ### Physical & Medical Standards **Important Medical Considerations:** - Medical standards vary by branch (Pilot branch has specific aviation medical standards) - A-2 category is general standard for most branches - Medical standards include: Height, leg length, vision (correctable up to ±2.5D), hearing, general physical fitness - Medical examination at approved Navy medical centres only - Change of medical hospital/centre NOT permissible - Pilot branch: Specified candidates will be considered for SSB/CPSS/Aviation Medical Examination **Vision Requirements:** - Correctable vision up to ±2.5 Diopter - Specific requirements for Pilot and Air Traffic Controller ### Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) **Q1: Has Indian Navy officially released the SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 notification?** A: Yes, Indian Navy has officially released Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer Recruitment 2026 notification (CBC 10701/11/0017/2627) for Jun 2027 (AT 27) Course with approximately 275 vacancies across 12 branches. **Q2: What is the last date to apply for Indian Navy SSC Officer 2026?** A: The last date to submit online application is 27 July 2026. Application portal opens on 25 June 2026. **Q3: Where to apply?** A: Apply online at official Indian Navy website: www.joinindiannavy.gov.in **Q4: Are women candidates eligible?** A: Yes, women candidates are eligible for most branches. Some branches have capped vacancies for women. Submarine Tech Engineering (Ser 9) and Submarine Tech Electrical (Ser 11) are only for men. All candidates must be unmarried. **Q5: What is the age limit?** A: Age limits vary by branch. General range: 20-33 years as on reference date. Pilot/Observer: 02 Jul 2003 - 01 Jul 2008. ATC: 02 Jul 2002 - 01 Jul 2006. Refer to vacancy table for exact branch-wise date-of-birth ranges. **Q6: What is the starting salary?** A: Initial gross salary is approximately ₹1,20,000 per month. Pilot/NAOO and Submarine allowance of ₹31,250 per month after training completion. **Q7: What is the selection process?** A: Four-stage process: (1) Shortlisting based on normalised degree marks, (2) SSB Interview, (3) Medical Examination for SSB-recommended candidates, (4) Merit list preparation based on SSB marks and medical clearance. **Q8: Can final-year students apply?** A: Yes, final-year candidates can apply. They must complete the educational qualification before joining INA by June 2027. Failing to meet criteria will result in non-admission to academy. **Q9: What is SSC tenure?** A: Initial Short Service Commission is 12 years, extensible by maximum 02 years (subject to service requirement, performance, medical eligibility, and willingness). **Q10: What happens if found married after applying?** A: Candidates found to be married or who marry during training will be discharged from service. ONLY unmarried candidates are eligible. ### Preparation & Training Location **Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala:** - Prestigious training institution for Indian Navy officers - Located in scenic Ezhimala region on Malabar Coast - World-class facilities and infrastructure - Experienced faculty and comprehensive officer training program - 2-year probation period - Exposure to maritime operations, naval warfare, leadership, and management ### Why Join Indian Navy? - **National Service:** Serve India's maritime security and naval interests - **Officer Rank:** Commissioned as Sub Lieutenant (Officer status) - **Career Growth:** Promotion opportunities to higher officer ranks - **Job Security:** Long-term career with pension benefits - **Salary & Benefits:** Competitive salary package with various allowances - **Training:** World-class training at prestigious Indian Naval Academy - **Service Legacy:** Part of India's premier maritime defence organization - **International Exposure:** Opportunities to serve across Indian Navy's operational theatre - **Leader Development:** Develop leadership and management skills ### Official Links **Application Portal:** www.joinindiannavy.gov.in **Normalisation Formula:** https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in/files/normalisation.pdf **Employment News Notification:** Published in Employment News, 27 June – 3 July 2026 (EN 13/65) *This is a prestigious opportunity to serve as an officer in the Indian Navy. Verify all eligibility criteria carefully before applying. Application deadline: 27 July 2026.*