Organization Name
English: Indian Navy
Hindi: भारतीय नौसेना
Employment Type
Short Service Commission (SSC) – Initially 12 years, extendable by 2 years based on service requirements, performance, and medical eligibility.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 09 August 2025
- Last Date for Online Application: 01 September 2025
- Course Commencement: June 2026
Location
- City: Ezhimala
- State: Kerala
- Country: India
Base Salary
Initial gross salary for Sub-Lieutenant: Approximately ₹1,10,000 per month, plus allowances.
Designations and Branches
Executive Branch
| Branch/Cadre | Educational Qualification | Vacancies | Gender | Born Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Service (GS-X) / Hydro Cadre | BE/B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks | 57 (including 05 Hydro) | Men & Women (Max 06 in GS-X, 02 in Hydro for women) | 02 Jul 2001 to 01 Jan 2007 |
| Pilot | BE/B.Tech in any discipline, 60% aggregate in Class X & XII, 60% English in X or XII | 24 | Men & Women (Max 03 women) | 02 Jul 2002 to 01 Jul 2007 |
| Naval Air Operations Officer (Observer) | Same as Pilot | 20 | Men & Women (Max 03 women) | 02 Jul 2002 to 01 Jul 2007 |
| Air Traffic Controller (ATC) | BE/B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks | 20 | Men & Women | 02 Jul 2001 to 01 Jul 2005 |
| Logistics | BE/B.Tech (First Class), or MBA (First Class), or B.Sc/B.Com/B.Sc(IT) (First Class) with PG Diploma in Finance/Logistics/Supply Chain Management/Material Management, or MCA/M.Sc(IT) (First Class) | 10 | Men & Women (Max 01 woman) | 02 Jul 2001 to 01 Jan 2007 |
| Naval Armament Inspectorate Cadre (NAIC) | BE/B.Tech in specified streams or PG in Electronics/Physics; 60% aggregate in Class X & XII and 60% English in X or XII | 20 | Men & Women | 02 Jul 2001 to 01 Jan 2007 |
| Law | Law degree (min 55%) qualifying for enrolment as Advocate | 02 | Men & Women | 02 Jul 1999 to 01 Jul 2004 |
Education Branch
Various MSc, BE/B.Tech, M.Tech, and MCA qualifications with minimum 60% marks, specific subject requirements apply (Maths, Physics, Meteorology, Oceanology, etc.).
Technical Branch
Engineering Branch (GS), Electrical Branch (GS), and Naval Constructor with specified BE/B.Tech disciplines and minimum 60% marks.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Unmarried men and women only
- Educational Qualifications: Branch-specific, minimum 60% aggregate (55% for Law)
- Additional Requirements: Certain entries require specified Class X/XII marks and English marks
Reservation Details
Specific vacancies reserved for women in multiple branches. NCC ‘C’ certificate holders get 5% relaxation in shortlisting cut-off (conditions apply). Special provisions exist for Merchant Navy personnel and CPL holders.
Application Fees
No application fee applicable.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on normalized marks in qualifying degree
- SSB Interview (call-up via email/SMS, no change of center)
- Medical Examination as per branch standards
- Merit List preparation based on SSB marks, medical fitness, and vacancies
Other Important Information
- Submarine Arm and RPA specialization options for eligible branches
- Probation period: 3 years for SSC(NAIC), 2 years for other branches
- Withdrawal or marriage during training results in discharge and cost recovery
- Strict ban on narcotics; testing may occur during selection/training/service
- Group Insurance membership mandatory
- AC 3-tier rail fare reimbursed for first-time SSB candidates
- Training at Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala
Contact Information
- Email: officer@navy.gov.in
Official Links
- Official Notification: Download PDF
- Official Website: www.joinindiannavy.gov.in
