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 in June 2027 at Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala.
The Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 for 275 Vacancies (Tentative) Online Application process starts from 25th June 2026 and closes on 27th July 2026. This article provides complete information about Indian Navy SSC Officer Posts 2026, including branch-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, and direct links to the official notification and application portal.
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
SSC Officer (Executive / Education / Technical Branches) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies |
275 Posts (Tentative) |
| Age Limit |
Born between 02 Jan 2002 to 01 Jul 2007 (Branch-wise; refer detailed notification) |
| Salary |
₹1,10,000/- (approx.) per month as Sub Lieutenant + Allowances |
| Minimum Qualification |
B.E./B.Tech or M.Sc. with minimum 60% marks (Branch-wise) |
| Application Fee |
Nil |
| Selection Process |
Shortlisting + SSB Interview + Medical Examination + Merit List |
| Job Location |
Pan India (Indian Navy) |
| Last Date |
27 July 2026 |
✅ Indian Navy SSC Officer Vacancy 2026 Branch-wise Details:
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Branch |
No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Executive Branch | 172 |
| Education Branch | 90 |
| Technical Branch | 13 |
| Total | 275 (Tentative) |
✅ Eligibility Criteria (Branch-wise):
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Branch |
Age Limit (Born Between) |
Qualification |
|---|---|---|
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Executive Branch (GS/Hydro/Logistics) |
02 Jul 2002 – 01 Jan 2008 |
B.E./B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks from AICTE recognized institute. |
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Executive Branch (Pilot/NAOO/ATC) |
As per detailed notification (varies) |
B.E./B.Tech with minimum 60% marks + specific physical standards for aviation/ATC roles. |
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Education Branch |
02 Jul 2002 – 01 Jan 2008 (or later for PG) |
First Class M.Sc./MA or B.E./B.Tech/M.Tech with minimum 60% marks in relevant discipline. |
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Technical Branch |
02 Jul 2002 – 01 Jan 2008 |
B.E./B.Tech in relevant engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, etc.) with minimum 60% marks. |
Note: Candidates must be unmarried. Age relaxation is not applicable under SSC scheme. Exact age criteria and qualification details are available in the official notification.
✅ Selection Process:
The selection on the basis of following steps: –
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Shortlisting based on normalized percentage of marks in qualifying degree
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SSB Interview (Stage-I & Stage-II – Intelligence Test, Psychological Test, Group Tasks & Interview)
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Medical Examination
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Final Merit List & Allotment to Branches
✅ Application Fee:
- No Application Fee (Nil) for all candidates.
✅ Important Dates:
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Online Registration Starts |
25 June 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Application |
27 July 2026 |
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Course Commencement |
June 2027 |
✅ Important Links:
✅ How to Apply Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates must apply ONLINE only through the official Join Indian Navy website. The application steps are as follows:-
- Step 1: Visit https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in and register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Step 2: Login and fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, and branch preference details.
- Step 3: Upload scanned copies of recent passport-size photograph, signature, and required documents (mark sheets, degree certificates, etc.).
- Step 4: Preview the application, submit it, and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
- Step 5: Keep all original documents ready for the SSB Interview and Medical Examination stages. No hard copy needs to be sent.

✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026?
275 posts (Executive – 172, Education – 90, Technical – 13) – Tentative.
What is the age limit for Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026?
Varies by branch (generally born between 02 Jul 2002 to 01 Jan 2008). Exact dates are mentioned in the official notification.
What is the pay scale in Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026?
Approximately ₹1,10,000 per month as Sub Lieutenant + allowances during training and service.
What is the selection process for Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026?
Shortlisting based on normalized marks → SSB Interview → Medical Examination → Final Merit List.
What is the application fee for Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026?
No application fee (Nil) for all candidates.
What are the important dates for Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026?
Online Registration: 25 June 2026 to 27 July 2026 | Course Commencement: June 2027.