The Indian Navy has announced a recruitment drive for 260 Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer posts for the June 2026 (AT 26) course at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala.
Eligible candidates with qualifications such as B.Com, B.Sc, B.Tech/B.E, LLB, M.Sc, M.E/M.Tech, MBA/PGDM, MCA can apply online.
The application process begins on 09 August 2025 and ends on 01 September 2025 through the official website: joinindiannavy.gov.in.
The Indian Navy SSC Officers Notification 2025 was released on 04 August 2025. This article contains complete details about branch-wise vacancies, eligibility, important dates, selection process, and more.
Indian Navy SSC Officers Recruitment 2025 – Overview
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Organization: Indian Navy
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Post Name: Short Service Commission Officers (SSC)
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Total Vacancies: 260
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Notification Release Date: 04 August 2025
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Application Mode: Online
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Official Website: joinindiannavy.gov.in
Important Dates
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Start Date to Apply Online: 09-08-2025
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Last Date to Apply Online: 01-09-2025
Application Fee
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Not Mentioned in the official notification.
Age Limit (Born Between – Both Dates Inclusive)
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Executive Branch {GS(X)/ Hydro Cadre}: 02 Jul 2001 to 01 Jan 2007
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Pilot: 02 Jul 2002 to 01 Jul 2007
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Naval Air Operations Officer (Observer): 02 Jul 2002 to 01 Jul 2007
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Air Traffic Controller (ATC): 02 Jul 2002 to 01 Jul 2007
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Logistics: 02 Jul 2001 to 01 Jan 2007
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Naval Armament Inspectorate Cadre (NAIC): 02 Jul 2001 to 01 Jan 2007
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Law: 02 Jul 1999 to 01 Jul 2004
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Education: 02 Jul 2001 to 01 Jul 2005
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Engineering Branch {GS}: 02 Jul 2001 to 01 Jan 2007
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Electrical Branch {GS}: 02 Jul 2001 to 01 Jan 2007
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Naval Constructor: 02 Jul 2001 to 01 Jan 2007
Educational Qualification
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BE/B.Tech in relevant discipline with minimum 60% marks.
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MBA or First-Class B.Sc/B.Com/B.Sc.(IT) with PG Diploma in Finance/Logistics/Supply Chain Management/Material Management.
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MCA/M.Sc (IT) with First Class.
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LLB with minimum 55% marks, recognized by the Bar Council of India.
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M.Sc (Maths/Physics/Oceanography/Meteorology) with minimum 60% marks.
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ME/M.Tech in Mechanical/Production/Thermal/Mechatronics/Design/Systems with minimum 60% marks.
Salary
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Initial gross salary for Sub Lieutenant: Approx. ₹1,10,000 per month plus allowances.
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Officers are also covered under the Naval Group Insurance Scheme (NGIS).
Vacancy Details
| Branch/Cadre | Total Vacancies |
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| Executive Branch {GS(X)/ Hydro Cadre} | 57 (incl. 05 Hydro) |
| Pilot | 24 |
| Naval Air Operations Officer (Observers) | 20 |
| Air Traffic Controller (ATC) | 20 |
| Logistics | 10 |
| Naval Armament Inspectorate Cadre (NAIC) | 20 |
| Law | 02 |
| Education | 15 |
| Engineering Branch {General Service (GS)} | 36 |
| Electrical Branch {General Service (GS)} | 40 |
| Naval Constructor | 16 |
| Total | 260 |
Selection Process
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Shortlisting based on academic marks.
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SSB Interview.
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Medical Examination.
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Final Merit List.
Important Links
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Notification: Click Here
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Official Website: Click Here
FAQs – Indian Navy SSC Officers 2025
Q1. When does the application process start?
Ans: 09 August 2025.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
Ans: 01 September 2025.
Q3. What qualifications are required?
Ans: B.Com, B.Sc, B.Tech/B.E, LLB, M.Sc, M.E/M.Tech, MBA/PGDM, MCA.
Q4. How many vacancies are available?
Ans: 260 SSC Officer posts.