Indian Navy has released an official notification inviting unmarried men and women to apply for 260 Short Service Commission (SSC) Officers for the January 2027 (ST 27) course at Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala. Candidates with BE/B.Tech, MBA, MSc, MTech, MCA and other specified qualifications with minimum 60% marks can apply. Candidates have to submit their application online only through the official website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in. The online application process will start on 24 January 2026 and the last date to apply is 24 February 2026.
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
- Organization Name: Indian Navy
- Post Name: Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer
- Total Vacancy: 260
- Salary: Rs.1,25,000/-
- Apply Mode: Online
- Apply Start Date: 24.01.2026
- Apply Last Date: 24.02.2026
- Selection Process: Shortlisting, SSB Interview, Medical Exam
- Official Website: www.joinindiannavy.gov.in
Indian Navy SSC Officer Vacancy 2026
- Executive Branch GS(X)/Hydro Cadre - 76
- Pilot - 25
- Naval Air Operations Officer (Observer) - 20
- Air Traffic Controller - 18
- Logistics - 10
- Education - 15
- Engineering Branch {General Service (GS)} - 42
- Submarine Technical Engineering - 08
- Electrical Branch {General Service (GS)} - 38
- Submarine Technical Electrical - 08
Total Vacancies: 260
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
(1) Executive Branch (GS(X) / Hydro)
- Qualification: BE / B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks.
- Age: Born between 02 January 2002 and 01 July 2007.
(2) Pilot
- Qualification:
BE/ B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks.
Must have 60% in Class 10, 12 and English. - Age: Born between 02 January 2003 and 01 January 2008.
(3) Naval Air Operations Officer (Observer)
- Qualification: BE / B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks.
- Age: Born between 02 January 2003 and 01 January 2008.
(4) Air Traffic Controller (ATC)
- Qualification: BE / B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks.
- Age: Born between 02 January 2002 and 01 January 2006.
(5) Logistics Officer
- Qualification (Any one):
BE / B.Tech with First Class
OR
MBA with First Class
OR
BSc/ BCom / BSc(IT) with First Class + PG Diploma
OR
MCA / MSc(IT) with First Class - Age: Born between 02 January 2002 and 01 Jun 2007.
(6) Education Officer
- Qualification (Any one):
MA / MSc (60%) in:
Maths / Operational Research
Physics / Applied Physics / Meteorology / Oceanography / Atmospheric Science.
OR
BE / B.Tech (60%) in:
Mechanical / Production
Computer Science / IT
Electrical / Electronics / ECE / Instrumentation
OR
ME / M.Tech (60%) in:
ECE, Communication, VLSI, Power Systems, DSP, Radar, Microwave etc.
Mechanical, Thermal, Production, Mechatronics, Manufacturing etc. - Age: Born between 02 January 2000 and 01 January 2006.
(7) Engineering Branch (GS)
- Qualification:BE / B.Tech (60%) in Mechanical / Marine / Aerospace / Metallurgy / Automobile / Mechatronics / Instrumentation.
- Age: Born between 02 January 2002 and 01 July 2007.
(8) Submarine Technical (Engineering)
- Qualification: BE / B.Tech (60%) in Mechanical / Production / Control / Aeronautical / Industrial / Instrumentation.
- Age: Born between 02 January 2002 and 01 July 2007.
(9) Electrical Branch (GS)
- Qualification: BE / B.Tech (60%) in Electrical / Electronics / Power / Instrumentation / Telecommunication.
- Age: Born between 02 January 2002 and 01 July 2007.
(10) Submarine Technical (Electrical)
- Qualification: BE / B.Tech (60%) in Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Instrumentation.
- Age: Born between 02 January 2002 and 01 July 2007.
Indian Navy SSC Officer Salary 2026
Selected candidates for Indian Navy SSC Officers January 2027 (ST 27) course will be appointed as Sub Lieutenant with an initial gross pay of approximately Rs. 1,25,000 per month, including basic pay and other allowances. Also, candidates in specialized roles like Pilot, Naval Air Operations Officer (NAOO), or Submarine Arm are eligible for an additional allowance of Rs. 31,250 per month after successful completion of training.
Indian Navy Recruitment 2026 How to Apply
Candidates have to submit their application online only through official website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in between 24 January 2026 and 24 February 2026. First, candidates need to register on the website, fill their personal and educational details carefully as per their certificate, and then upload scanned copies of required documents such as photographs, marksheets, certificates, and CGPA conversion formula (if applicable).
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment Selection Process
The selection process will include the following steps -
- Shortlisting
- SSB Interview
- Medical Examination
Indian Navy Recruitment Important Dates
- Start Date of Online Application: 24.01.2026
- Last Date of Online Application: 24.02.2026
Important Links:
- Click Here: Notification PDF
- Click Here: Official Website
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q1. What is this recruitment?
- Answer: Recruitment for 260 Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer posts for the January 2027 course at Indian Naval Academy, Kerala.
Q2. Age limit?
- Answer: born between 02 Jan 2002 and 01 Jul 2007.
Q3. How to apply for Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026?
- Answer: Online only at www.joinindiannavy.gov.in from 24 Jan to 24 Feb 2026.
