Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026
The Indian Navy has released notification for the recruitment of 260 Short Service Commission Officers posts. Starting date of application is from 24th January 2026 and last date to apply is 24th February 2026. Interested candidates can go through the official website and notification for detailed information.
| Organisation | Indian Navy |
| Post Name | Short Service Commission Officers |
| Total Vacancy | 260 |
| Starting Date of Application | 24 January 2026 |
| Ending Date of Application | 24 February 2026 |
| Age Limit | 19–25 Years(Age may varies as per post) |
| Executive Branch (GS(X)/Hydro Cadre) | BE/B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks from a recognized university. |
| Pilot / Naval Air Operations Officer (Observer) / Air Traffic Controller (ATC) | BE/B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks. Candidates must have minimum 60% aggregate marks in Class X & XII and at least 60% marks in English in Class X or XII. |
| Logistics Branch | BE/B.Tech with First Class OR MBA with First Class OR B.Sc/B.Com/B.Sc.(H) with First Class along with PG Diploma in Finance/Logistics/Supply Chain Management/Material Management OR MCA/M.Sc.(H) with First Class. |
| Education Branch | M.Sc/MA with minimum 60% marks in specified subjects (Maths, Physics, Meteorology, Oceanography, Atmospheric Sciences) with required subject combinations at graduation level OR BE/B.Tech/ME/M.Tech with minimum 60% marks in notified Engineering disciplines. Candidates must have minimum 60% marks in Class X or XII. |
| Engineering Branch (GS) | BE/B.Tech with minimum 60% marks in Marine, Aerospace, Metallurgy, Instrumentation, Automobile, or Mechatronics Engineering. |
| Submarine Technical (Engineering) | BE/B.Tech with minimum 60% marks in Production, Control, Aeronautical, Industrial Engineering & Management, Instrumentation & Control, Mechanical or Mechanical with Automation. |
| Electrical Branch (GS) | BE/B.Tech with minimum 60% marks in Electrical, Instrumentation, Power Electronics, Electronics, Telecommunication or Power Engineering. |
| Submarine Technical (Electrical) | BE/B.Tech with minimum 60% marks in Electrical & Electronics, Electronics & Telecommunication or Applied Electronics & Communication. |
| Post | Vacancy |
| Executive Branch (GS(X)/Hydro Cadre) | 76 |
| Pilot | 25 |
| Naval Air Operations Officer (Observers) | 20 |
| Air Traffic Controller (ATC) | 18 |
| Logistics | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Engineering Branch (General Service) | 42 |
| Submarine Tech Engineering | 8 |
| Electrical Branch (General Service) | 38 |
| Submarine Tech Electrical | 8 |
| Shortlisting Based on Academic Performance | Applications will be shortlisted based on normalized marks obtained in the qualifying degree. Normalization of marks will be done using the formula prescribed on the Join Indian Navy website. |
| Degree-wise Shortlisting Criteria | For BE/B.Tech candidates (completed or final year), marks obtained up to the 5th semester will be considered. For Postgraduate programmes (MSc/MCA/MBA/M.Tech), marks of all semesters will be considered; for final-year PG candidates, pre-final year performance will be taken into account. |
| SSB Interview Intimation | Shortlisted candidates will be informed about their selection for the SSB Interview through registered email ID or SMS. Candidates must ensure their contact details remain active and regularly check inbox and spam folders. |
| Final Merit List | The final merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in the SSB Interview, subject to availability of vacancies and candidates being declared medically fit. |
| Degree Proof Verification | Candidates selected in the final merit list must submit proof of completion of the qualifying degree with minimum 60% marks. Failure to meet this criterion will result in cancellation of candidature. |
| Medical Examination | Appointment is subject to clearing the induction medical examination conducted at INA, Ezhimala. |
| Training & Induction | Selected candidates will be inducted in the rank of Sub Lieutenant. Only unmarried candidates are eligible. Marriage during training will lead to discharge and recovery of training costs. |
| Bond & Withdrawal Conditions | Candidates who voluntarily withdraw during training or resign during the probation period will be required to refund the cost of training along with pay and allowances as determined by Government rules. |
| Component | Details |
| Initial Gross Salary | Approximately ₹1,25,000 per month at the rank of Sub Lieutenant |
| Allowances | Additional allowances as applicable under Indian Navy rules |
| Insurance Coverage | Compulsory membership under Naval Group Insurance Scheme(NGIS) on contribution basis, applicable during service and post-retirement as per existing regulations |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| What is the starting date to apply for Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026? | Starting Date to apply is 24-1-2026. |
| What is the last apply date? | Last apply date is 24-2-2026. |
| What is the Eligibility? | BE/B.Tech in respective discipline with minimum 60% marks from a recognized university |
| What is the Maximum Age Limit? | Maximum age : Varies as per post |
| How many vacancies are being recruited? | Total 260 Vacancies |
