Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 (ST 27): Apply Online[260 Posts]

The Indian Navy has officially released the Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer Recruitment Notification for the January 2026 (ST 27) Course. Applications are invited from eligible unmarried men and women for various Executive, Technical, and Education Branch entries. Training is scheduled to commence at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala.

According to the official advertisement, the online application process starts on 24 January 2026 and ends on 24 February 2026. Candidates must meet the nationality, age, educational, and medical standards as prescribed by the Government of India.

Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 — Notification Out

The Indian Navy has officially released the SSC Officer Recruitment notification for various Executive, Technical, and Education branches. The notice includes details on vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, and application dates. Eligible candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully and apply online within the prescribed timeline.

Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 Notice PDF

Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 (ST 27) - Overview

Candidates are advised to verify the details on the Official Website of the Indian Navy SSC Officer JAN 2027 (ST 27) Course.

Indian Navy SSC Officer 2026 – Important Dates

Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 — Apply Online Link

Eligible candidates can apply for the Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 through the official Indian Navy website. Applicants must complete the online registration, fill in personal and academic details, upload required documents, and submit the application before the last date. It is advised to verify eligibility and keep all documents ready before applying online.

Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 Apply Link [Link Active 24 Jan 2026]

Indian Navy SSC Officer Vacancy Details 2026

The Indian Navy has announced branch-wise tentative vacancies, which may change depending on training slot availability.

Executive Branch Vacancies

Education Branch Vacancies

Candidates applying for the Education Branch must have a minimum 60% marks in Class X, XII, and a qualifying degree, including English as per the eligibility rules.

Technical Branch Vacancies

Indian Navy SSC Officer Eligibility Criteria 2026

Educational Qualification

• Candidates who have completed graduation or post-graduation, or are in the final year, can apply.
• Minimum 60% marks in aggregate or equivalent CGPA is required.

Educational Institution Criteria (Option 1):

• The degree must be from a university:
  • Incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India, or
  • Declared as a Deemed University / Autonomous University under:
    • UGC Act, 1956
    • IIT Act, 1961
    • AICTE Act, 1987
    • NITSER Act, 2007
    • IIIT Act, 2014

OR

Educational Institution Criteria (Option 2):

• Candidates who have obtained an Engineering degree with 60% marks or equivalent CGPA from a foreign university/college/institution can also apply.
• The foreign institution must be recognised by the Government of India for engineering degrees.
• Candidates must submit an equivalence certificate issued by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) under the Act of 1973.

Age Limit for Indian Navy SSC Officer 2026

Age limits vary by entry. For most entries, candidates must be born between January 2002 and July 2007 (dates differ slightly for Pilot, Education, and Technical branches).

Special relaxations are available for:

• Merchant Navy officers
• Commercial Pilot License (CPL) holders
• NCC ‘C’ Certificate holders (5% relaxation in cut-off marks)

Indian Navy SSC Officer Selection Process 2026

The selection process consists of the following stages:

1. Shortlisting based on normalised degree marks
2. SSB Interview (5-day process)
3. Medical Examination
4. Final Merit List based on SSB marks

Shortlisting is done using a normalisation formula published on the Indian Navy website

Training & Commission Details

• Selected candidates are inducted as Sub-Lieutenant
• Initial SSC tenure: 12 years, extendable by 2 years
• Only unmarried candidates are eligible for training
• Marriage during training leads to discharge and a refund of training costs

Salary & Allowances

According to the official notification (Page 2):

• Initial gross salary: approx. ₹1,25,000 per month
• Additional allowances:
  • Submarine Allowance
  • Pilot / Observer Allowance
  • Leave Travel & Medical Benefits
• Covered under the Naval Group Insurance Scheme (NGIS)

How to Apply for the Indian Navy SSC Officer 2026?

Candidates must apply online through the official website:

1. Candidates must register and fill out the application form on the Indian Navy official website:www.joinindiannavy.gov.in
2. To save time, candidates can fill in personal details and upload documents in advance before final submission.
3. Keep all required documents ready before starting the form.
4. Fill in personal details exactly as mentioned in the Matriculation (Class 10) certificate.
5. Email ID and mobile number are mandatory and must be entered correctly.
6. All documents should be clear and readable.
7. Files must be uploaded in JPG or TIFF format.
8. Required documents include:
   • Mark sheets:
     • Up to the 5th semester for regular BE/B.Tech
     • Up to the 7th semester for integrated BE/B.Tech
     • All semesters for other degree courses
   • Date of birth proof (Class 10 & 12 certificates)
   • CGPA to percentage conversion formula (for BE/B.Tech)
   • Merchant Navy certificate (if applicable)
   • NCC ‘C’ certificate (if applicable)
   • Recent passport-size colour photograph
9. If any uploaded document is unclear or unreadable, the application will be rejected.
10. Once submitted, the application form cannot be edited or changed.
11. Candidates must take a printout of the application form and carry it for the SSB interview.

⚠️ Only one application is allowed per candidate. Multiple applications lead to cancellation.

Important Instructions

• No request for application correction after submission
• Backlogs at the time of SSB lead to rejection
• Medical standards are strictly enforced
• Drug use results in permanent debarment.

⚓ Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 is LIVE!

Apply before 24 February 2026, verify eligibility carefully, and start preparing for the SSB Interview today.

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