Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026

Apply Online for 260 Posts | Last Date: 24-02-2026

The Indian Navy has released an official notification for the recruitment of 260 SSC Officer Posts through Short Service Commission. Apply online from 24-01-2026 to 24-02-2026.

Last Date: 24th February 2026

Overview

Details Information
Organization Name Indian Navy
Post Name SSC Officer (Short Service Commission Officers)
Total Vacancies 260 Posts
Educational Qualification B.Com, B.Sc, B.Tech/B.E, M.A, M.Sc, MBA/PGDM, MCA (as per branch)
Salary Rs. 1,25,000/- per month (approximately) plus allowances
Age Limit Varies by branch (See details below)
Application Start Date 24/01/2026
Application End Date 24/02/2026
Application Mode Online
Official Website joinindiannavy.gov.in

Vacancy Details

The total number of vacancies for Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 is 260 posts across various branches and cadres.

Branch/ Cadre Vacancy Gender
Executive Branch (GS(X)/ Hydro Cadre) 76 (including 06 Hydro) Men and Women (max 10 GS(X) & 01 Hydro for women)
Pilot 25 Men and Women (max 03 for women)
Naval Air Operations Officer (Observers) 20 Men and Women (max 03 for women)
Air Traffic Controller (ATC) 18 Men and Women
Logistics 10 Men and Women (max 01 for women)
Education 07 Men and Women
Engineering Branch (General Service (GS)) 42 Men and Women (max 07 for women)
Submarine Tech Engineering 08 Only for Men
Electrical Branch (General Service (GS)) 38 Men and Women (max 07 for women)
Submarine Tech Electrical 08 Only for Men
Total Vacancies 260

Eligibility Criteria

Executive Branch (GS(X)/ Hydro Cadre)

BE/ B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks.

Age: Born Between 02 Jan 2002 to 01 Jul 2007

Pilot

BE/ B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks. Candidate must have 60% aggregate marks in class X and XII and minimum 60% marks in English in class X or class XII.

Age: Born Between 02 Jan 2003 to 01 Jan 2008

Naval Air Operations Officer (Observers)

BE/ B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks. Candidate must have 60% aggregate marks in class X and XII and minimum 60% marks in English in class X or class XII.

Age: Born Between 02 Jan 2003 to 01 Jan 2008

Air Traffic Controller (ATC)

BE/ B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks. Candidate must have 60% aggregate marks in class X and XII and minimum 60% marks in English in class X or class XII.

Age: Born Between 02 Jan 2002 to 01 Jan 2006

Logistics

BE/ B.Tech in any discipline with First Class OR MBA with First Class, OR B.Sc/ B.Com/ B.Sc.(H) with First class along with PG Diploma in Finance / Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Material Management OR MCA/ M.Sc.(H) with First Class.

Age: Born Between 02 Jan 2002 to 01 Jun 2007

Education Branch

MSc/MA with minimum 60% marks in relevant subjects OR BE/ B.Tech with minimum 60% marks in specified streams. Candidates must have scored minimum of 60% marks in class X or class XII.

Age: Born Between 02 Jan 2002 to 01 Jan 2006

Engineering Branch (General Service (GS))

BE/ B.Tech with minimum 60% marks in Marine Engineering, Aero Space Engineering, Metallurgy Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Automobiles Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering.

Age: Born Between 02 Jan 2002 to 01 Jul 2007

Electrical Branch (General Service (GS))

BE/ B.Tech with minimum 60% marks in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Power Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Tele Communication, Power Engineering.

Age: Born Between 02 Jan 2002 to 01 Jul 2007

Salary/Stipend

Initial Gross Salary

Rs. 1,25,000/- (approximately) per month along with other allowances

Pilot/ NAOO Allowance

Rs. 31,250/- admissible post successful completion of training

Submarine Allowance

Rs. 31,250/- admissible post successful completion of submarine training

Important Dates

Event Date
Apply Online from 24 Jan 2026
Last date for Online Application 24 Feb 2026
Inform final result to Indian Navy prior 20 Dec 2026
Course commencing Jan 2027

Selection Process

  1. Shortlisting based on normalized marks in qualifying degree
  2. SSB interview for shortlisted candidates
  3. Medical examination
  4. Final merit list based on SSB marks and medical clearance
  5. Candidates must submit proof of completing qualifying degree with minimum 60% marks by email to officer@navy.gov.in prior to 20 Dec 2026

How to Apply

  1. Candidates must register and fill application on Indian Navy website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in
  2. To save time, candidates can fill details and upload documents in advance
  3. Keep relevant documents ready: marks sheets, date of birth proof, CGPA conversion formula, NCC 'C' certificate (if applicable), recent passport size photo
  4. Scan all documents in original JPG/TIFF format
  5. Application once submitted is final; no amendments allowed
  6. Take printout of application for SSB interview
Important: Only unmarried candidates are eligible for training. Any candidate found to be married or marries while under training will be discharged from service and shall be liable to refund full pay and allowances drawn by him/her.

General Information/Instructions

  • Only one application can be filled by a candidate
  • Candidates having valid CPL issued by DGCA (India) can apply for Pilot entry
  • NCC 'C' certificate holders get 5% relaxation in cut off marks for SSB shortlisting
  • Short Service Commission initially for 12 years extendable by maximum 02 years
  • Probation period for all branches/cadres is two years
  • Use/possession of narcotics is banned and candidates may be tested
  • AC 3 tier rail fare admissible for SSB interview if appearing for first time
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Applications open from 24th January 2026

© 2026 Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment | Official Website: joinindiannavy.gov.in

This is an informational article. Please refer to the official notification for complete details.