Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 — 260 Posts Open | Pilot, Engineer, Logistics & More | Apply Online by 24 Feb!

Dream of serving the nation in uniform? The Indian Navy has opened applications for 260 Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer posts across multiple branches including Executive, Engineering, Electrical, Pilot, Logistics, Education, and ATC. Open to both men and women. Course commences January 2027 at INA Ezhimala, Kerala.

Overview

📅 Important Dates

📍 Vacancy Details

🎓 Educational Qualifications

Executive Branch (GS(X) / Hydro), Pilot, NAOO (Observer), ATC: BE/B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks. Pilot, NAOO & ATC candidates must also have 60% aggregate in Class X & XII and minimum 60% in English in either Class X or XII.

Logistics: BE/B.Tech (any discipline, 1st class) OR MBA (1st class) OR B.Sc/B.Com (1st class) with PG Diploma in Finance/Logistics/Supply Chain/Material Management OR MCA/M.Sc(H) with 1st class.

Education: MSc/MA in Maths, Physics, Meteorology, Oceanography, or related subjects with 60% OR BE/B.Tech/M.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, CS Engineering or equivalent — all with minimum 60% marks. Class X or XII minimum 60% required.

Engineering Branch (GS): BE/B.Tech (60%) in Marine, Aerospace, Metallurgy, Instrumentation, Automobiles, or Mechatronics Engineering.

Submarine Tech Engineering: BE/B.Tech (60%) in Production, Control, Aeronautical, Industrial Engineering & Management, Instrumentation & Control, or Mechanical Engineering.

Electrical Branch (GS): BE/B.Tech (60%) in Electrical, Instrumentation, Power Electronics, Electronics, Telecom, or Power Engineering.

Submarine Tech Electrical: BE/B.Tech (60%) in Electrical & Electronics, Electronics & Telecom, or Applied Electronics & Communication (AEC).

📌 No backlogs allowed at time of document verification at SSB. Final degree must be completed before joining INA Ezhimala in January 2027.

💰 Salary Details (Per Month)

• Starting Salary: Approximately ₹1,25,000/- per month as Sub Lieutenant + allowances.
• Pilot / NAOO Allowance: ₹31,250/- additional after successful completion of flying training.
• Submarine Allowance: ₹31,250/- additional after completion of submarine training.

🎯 Selection Process

Step 1 — Application Shortlisting: Based on normalised marks in the qualifying degree. For BE/B.Tech candidates, marks up to the 5th semester are considered. For PG candidates (MSc, MCA, MBA, M.Tech), all semesters are considered.

Step 2 — SSB Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for Services Selection Board (SSB) interview at allotted SSB centres. No change of SSB centre is permitted.

Step 3 — Medical Examination: SSB-recommended candidates undergo medical examination. Change of medical centre is not allowed.

Step 4 — Merit List: Final merit list is prepared based on SSB marks + medical fitness + vacancy availability. Candidates are commissioned as Sub Lieutenant on joining INA Ezhimala.

📌 NCC ‘C’ Certificate holders (Naval/Army/Air Wing, minimum ‘B’ Grade, issued after 01 Jan 2024) get 5% relaxation in shortlisting cut-off marks for SSB.

⏳ Age Limit

(As on 01 January 2027)

📌 Merchant Navy certificate holders (2nd Mate/Mate/Master or 1st Class Engineer) born between 02 Jan 1997 – 01 Jul 2007 are also eligible to apply for Executive or Engineering branch respectively.

📑 How to Apply

1. Visit the official website: joinindiannavy.gov.in
2. Register and fill the online application form with accurate personal and educational details (as per Matriculation certificate).
3. Keep the following scanned documents ready in JPG/TIFF format before starting: passport-size photo, mark sheets (up to 5th/7th semester for B.Tech, all semesters for PG), Date of Birth proof, NCC ‘C’ certificate (if applicable), Merchant Navy certificate (if applicable).
4. Select branch/cadre preferences carefully — you will only be considered for branches you have selected.
5. Submit the application. Once submitted, no changes/amendments will be entertained.
6. Take a printout of the application and carry it to the SSB interview when called.

⚠️ Only one application per candidate is allowed. Multiple applications will lead to cancellation of candidature. Only unmarried candidates are eligible — candidates who marry during training will be discharged.

⚙️ Key Documents Required

• Recent passport-size colour photograph
• Class 10th & 12th marksheets and certificates (Date of Birth proof)
• Degree/Semester marksheets (up to 5th semester for B.Tech; all semesters for PG)
• CGPA conversion formula (for B.Tech candidates on CGPA grading)
• NCC ‘C’ Certificate (if applicable)
• Merchant Navy Certificate issued by Govt. of India, Ministry of Shipping & Transport (if applicable)
• Valid CPL issued by DGCA India (for Pilot entry applicants with CPL)
• Bank passbook first page or cheque leaf (for SSB travel reimbursement)

📘 Important Links

📌 Key Reminder: SSC is initially granted for 12 years, extendable by up to 2 more years based on performance, service requirement, and medical fitness. Final selection does not guarantee appointment — all vacancies are filled as per service requirement and statutory guidelines.