The Indian Navy has officially released the SSC Officer Recruitment Notification 2026 for filling 260 Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer posts across multiple branches. Eligible and interested candidates can submit their applications online through the official Indian Navy recruitment portal.
The online application process will begin on 24 January 2026 and remain open until 24 February 2026. Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria, age limit, qualification requirements, salary details, selection process, and application procedure before applying.
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Navy |
| Post Name | Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 260 |
| Salary | Approx. Rs. 1,25,000/- per month |
| Qualification | B.Com, B.Sc, B.Tech/B.E, M.A, M.Sc, MBA/PGDM, MCA |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Start Date | 24 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 24 February 2026 |
| Official Website | joinindiannavy.gov.in |
Indian Navy SSC Officers Recruitment 2026 – Branch & Vacancy Details
| Branch / Cadre | Vacancies | Gender Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Branch (GS(X) / Hydro Cadre) | 76 (including 06 Hydro) | Men & Women (max 10 GS(X) & 01 Hydro for women) |
| Pilot | 25 | Men & Women (max 03 for women) |
| Naval Air Operations Officer (Observers) | 20 | Men & Women (max 03 for women) |
| Air Traffic Controller (ATC) | 18 | Men & Women |
| Logistics | 10 | Men & Women (max 01 for women) |
| Education | 07 | Men & Women |
| Engineering Branch (GS) | 42 | Men & Women (max 07 for women) |
| Submarine Tech Engineering | 08 | Men only |
| Electrical Branch (GS) | 38 | Men & Women (max 07 for women) |
| Submarine Tech Electrical | 08 | Men only |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification (Post-Wise)
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Executive Branch (GS(X)/Hydro): BE/B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks.
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Pilot: BE/B.Tech with minimum 60% marks; 60% aggregate in Class X & XII and minimum 60% in English.
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Naval Air Operations Officer (Observers): BE/B.Tech with minimum 60% marks; 60% aggregate in Class X & XII and minimum 60% in English.
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Air Traffic Controller (ATC): BE/B.Tech with minimum 60% marks; 60% aggregate in Class X & XII and minimum 60% in English.
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Logistics: BE/B.Tech with First Class OR MBA (First Class) OR B.Sc/B.Com/B.Sc (Hons) with First Class plus PG Diploma in Finance/Logistics/Supply Chain/Material Management OR MCA/M.Sc (Hons) with First Class.
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Education Branch:
MSc/MA (60%) in Maths/Operational Research (with Physics in BSc)
OR MSc/MA (60%) in Physics/Applied Physics/Meteorology/Oceanography/Atmospheric Sciences
OR BE/B.Tech (60%) in Mechanical/Production
OR BE/B.Tech/M.Tech (60%) in Computer Science / MCA
OR BE/B.Tech (60%) in Electrical/Electronics
OR ME/M.Tech (60%) in relevant electronics/mechanical specializations
Candidates must have minimum 60% in Class X or XII. -
Engineering Branch (GS): BE/B.Tech (60%) in Marine, Aerospace, Metallurgy, Instrumentation, Automobile, Mechatronics.
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Submarine Tech Engineering: BE/B.Tech (60%) in Mechanical/Production/Control/Aeronautical/Instrumentation.
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Electrical Branch (GS): BE/B.Tech (60%) in Electrical, Electronics, Power, Telecommunication.
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Submarine Tech Electrical: BE/B.Tech (60%) in Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Telecommunication / AEC.
Salary / Allowances
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Sub Lieutenant Starting Salary: Approx. Rs 1,25,000/- per month (including allowances).
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Pilot / NAOO Allowance: Rs 31,250/- per month after successful training.
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Submarine Allowance: Rs 31,250/- per month after completion of submarine training (as per rules).
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2027)
| Branch | Date of Birth Range |
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| Executive (GS(X)/Hydro) | 02 Jan 2002 – 01 Jul 2007 |
| Pilot | 02 Jan 2003 – 01 Jan 2008 |
| NAOO | 02 Jan 2003 – 01 Jan 2008 |
| ATC | 02 Jan 2002 – 01 Jan 2006 |
| Logistics | 02 Jan 2002 – 01 Jun 2007 |
| Education | 02 Jan 2002 – 01 Jan 2006 |
| Engineering (GS) | 02 Jan 2002 – 01 Jul 2007 |
| Electrical (GS) | 02 Jan 2002 – 01 Jul 2007 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Online Application Start | 24 Jan 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Course Commencement | Jan 2027 |
| Final Result Submission | Before 20 Dec 2026 |
Selection Process
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Shortlisting based on normalised qualifying degree marks
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SSB Interview
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Medical Examination
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Final Merit List based on SSB marks & medical fitness
Normalization formula is available on the Indian Navy website.
General Instructions
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Only one application per candidate is allowed.
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Change of SSB centre is not permitted.
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AC 3-tier train fare is reimbursable for first-time SSB candidates.
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NCC ‘C’ certificate holders receive 5% relaxation in cut-off marks.
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Only unmarried candidates are eligible.
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Initial SSC tenure: 12 years, extendable by 2 years.
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Probation period: 2 years.
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Use of narcotics is strictly prohibited.
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Final appointment is subject to eligibility verification and medical fitness.
How to Apply Online
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Register and fill the online application form
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Upload scanned documents in original format
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Submit the form before the deadline
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Print application for SSB interview reference
Important Links
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Apply Online: Click Here
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Official Notification PDF: Click Here
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Indian Navy Official Website: Click Here
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. When does the application process start?
24 January 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
24 February 2026.
Q3. What is the minimum qualification required?
BE/B.Tech with minimum 60% marks (branch-wise variations apply).
Q4. What is the tenure of SSC in Indian Navy?
12 years initially, extendable up to 2 years.
Q5. How many SSC Officer vacancies are available?
A total of 260 vacancies.
