The Indian Navy invites applications from eligible unmarried men and women for grant of Short Service Commission (SSC) in Executive, Education, and Technical Branches for the course commencing January 2027 at Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala. The Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 for total 260 vacancies. Online registration starts from 24th January 2026 and closes on 24th February 2026.
The Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notification before applying to confirm eligibility regarding age (as per branch), qualification, percentage, marital status, and other criteria. No application fee. Age relaxation not applicable as per SSC scheme.
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026
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| 🏢 Organization | Indian Navy |
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| 💼 Post Name | SSC Officer (Executive, Education, Technical Branches) |
| 📊 Total Vacancies | 260 Posts |
| 🎯 Age Limit | Born between 02 Jan 2002 to 01 Jul 2007 (varies by branch; refer detailed below) |
| 💰 Monthly Remuneration | ₹1,10,000/- (approx.) per month as Sub Lieutenant + allowances |
| 🎓 Minimum Qualification | B.E./B.Tech or M.Sc. with minimum 60% marks from AICTE/UGC recognized institute |
| 💳 Application Fee | Nil |
| 📝 Selection Process | Shortlisting on normalized marks + SSB Interview + Medicals + Merit List |
| 📍 Job Location | Across India (Pan-India service) |
| ⏰ Last Date | 24 February 2026 |
✅ Indian Navy SSC Officer Vacancy 2026 Details
| Branch | No of Vacancies | Sub-details |
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Executive Branch |
149 |
GS (X)/Hydro Cadre: 76, Pilot: 25, Naval Air Operations Officer: 20, Air Traffic Controller: 18, Logistics: 10 |
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Education Branch |
15 |
M.Sc./MA: 07, B.E./B.Tech: 08 |
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Technical Branch |
92 |
Engineering GS: 42, Submarine Tech Engg: 08, Electrical GS: 38, Submarine Tech Electrical: 08 |
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Total: 260 Posts | ||
✅ Indian Navy SSC Officer Vacancy 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Branch | Age (Born Between) | Qualification & Experience |
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Executive Branch (GS/Hydro/Logistics) |
02/01/2002 – 01/07/2007 |
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in any discipline with min. 60% marks from AICTE recognized institute. |
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Executive Branch (Pilot/NAOO/ATC) |
Varies (02/01/2002 – 01/01/2006 or later) |
B.E./B.Tech with min. 60% marks + specific physical standards for aviation/ATC. |
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Education Branch |
02/01/2002 – 01/01/2007 (or 01/01/2006 for PG) |
Qualification: First Class M.Sc./MA or B.E./B.Tech/M.Tech with min. 60% marks in relevant discipline. |
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Technical Branch |
02/01/2002 – 01/07/2007 |
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in relevant engineering discipline (e.g., Mechanical/Electrical) with min. 60% marks. |
✅ Indian Navy SSC Officer Vacancy 2026 Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on normalized percentage of marks in qualifying degree (formula on Join Indian Navy website)
- SSB Interview (Stage-1 & Stage-2 including Intelligence, Psychological, Group Tasks, Interview)
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List & Allotment
✅ Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment Important Dates
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Online Registration Starts |
24 January 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Application |
24 February 2026 |
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Course Commencement |
January 2027 |
✅ Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Links:
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Detailed Notification PDF |
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Online Application Portal |
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Join Indian Navy Official Website |
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IndGovtJobs.in Govt Jobs Alert Telegram Channel |
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IndGovtJobs.in Govt Jobs Alert WhatsApp Channel |
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IndGovtJobs.in Govt Jobs Alert X Page |
✅ How to Apply Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must apply ONLINE only through the official Join Indian Navy website. No other mode accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in and register with valid email and mobile number.
➢ Step 2: Login and fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, branch preference details.
➢ Step 3: Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required documents (mark sheets, certificates etc.).
➢ Step 4: Preview the form, submit, and take printout of the application for future reference.
➢ Step 5: No need to send hard copy; keep all original documents ready for SSB/medical stage.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the total number of vacancies in Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026?
260 posts across Executive (149), Education (15), and Technical (92) Branches.
What is the age limit for Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026?
Varies by branch: Generally born between 02 Jan 2002 to 01 Jul 2007 (relaxed for some sub-branches; check notification).
What is the salary in Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026?
Approx. ₹1,10,000/- per month as Sub Lieutenant + DA, HRA, Military Service Pay, and other allowances.
What is the selection process for Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026?
Shortlisting on normalized qualifying degree marks → SSB Interview → Medicals → Final Merit List.
What are the important dates for Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026?
Online Application: 24 January 2026 to 24 February 2026.