Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 275 Posts
Indian Navy invites applications for Short Service Commission (SSC) Officers for various branches under the June 2027 Course. Apply online for 275 posts by July 27, 2026.
Indian Navy SSC Officer Notification 2026
The Indian Navy has invited online applications from eligible unmarried men and unmarried women candidates for grant of Short Service Commission (SSC) in various branches/entries for the course commencing June 2027 at Indian Naval Academy (INA) Ezhimala, Kerala. The online application window is open from June 25, 2026, to July 27, 2026.
Key Recruitment Schedule
| Event / Milestone | Date / Deadline |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Commences | June 25, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | July 27, 2026 |
| Shortlisting & SSB Interview Dates | September – November 2026 (Expected) |
| Course Commences at INA Ezhimala | June 2027 |
Branch-Wise Vacancy Breakup
A total of 275 vacancies are distributed across different branches as follows:
| Branch / Entry | Gender Eligibility | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Branch (General Service/Hydro/ATC/Observer/Pilot/Logistics) | Men & Women | 150 |
| Education Branch | Men & Women | 35 |
| Technical Branch (Engineering & Electrical Branch) | Men & Women | 80 |
| Naval Constructor | Men & Women | 10 |
| Total Vacancies: | 275 Posts | |
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualifications: B.E./B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks from a recognized university, OR PG Degree (M.Sc/MCA/MBA) in relevant streams (Physics, Maths, Computer Science, etc.) with minimum 60% marks depending on the entry.
- Age Limit / Born Between: Candidates must be born between January 2, 2002, and July 1, 2007 (both dates inclusive). The exact age range varies slightly for specialized entries like ATC and Pilot.
Selection Process
The selection is based on the following phases:
- Shortlisting of Applications: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their normalized marks in the qualifying degree.
- SSB Interview: Shortlisted candidates will undergo a two-stage SSB interview at Bangalore, Bhopal, Visakhapatnam, or Kolkata.
- Medical Examination: Candidates clearing the SSB will undergo a detailed medical exam.
- Merit List: A final merit list will be prepared based on SSB marks subject to medical fitness and vacancy availability.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online on the official Indian Navy careers portal: https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in. Register and upload all required documents, including matric certificate, graduation transcripts, CGPA conversion formula sheet, and passport-size photograph, before the July 27, 2026 deadline. There is no application fee for this recruitment.
NaukriSync Takeaway
Unmarried graduates should apply early on joinindiannavy.gov.in to secure preferred SSB interview slots. Ensure that your CGPA-to-percentage conversion formula sheet (issued by your university) is uploaded; failing to provide the official conversion sheet is the single most common cause for automatic candidate rejection during initial screening.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 25-06-2026 |
| Online Application Closes | 27-07-2026 |
| SSB Interview (Expected) | September – November 2026 |