
The Indian Navy has announced an exciting opportunity for aspiring candidates to join as Short Service Commission (SSC) Officers in the Executive, Education, and Technical branches for the January 2026 course (ST 26 Batch). With 270 vacancies across various roles, this is your chance to serve the nation while building a rewarding career. Here’s everything you need to know:
Executive Branch: Varies by role (e.g., 19–25 years for ATC, 19–24 years for Pilot).
Education Branch: 20–25 years.
Technical Branch: 19–25 years.
(Age calculated as of 01 January 2026)
Executive & Technical Branches: BE/B.Tech with 60% marks in relevant disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Aeronautical, etc.).
Education Branch: M.Sc or PG in specified fields with 60% marks.
Logistics: BE/B.Tech, MBA, or PG Diploma in Supply Chain/Finance.
Post Name | Total Posts | Gender | Eligibility | Age Limit |
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General Service GS (X) | 60 | Men & Women | BE/B.Tech in Any Stream with Minimum 60% Marks From Any Recognized University in India | 02 Jan 2001 to 01 Jul 2006 |
Air Traffic Control (ATC) | 18 | Men & Women | BE/B.Tech in Any Stream with 60% Marks 60% aggregate in Class X & XII 60% in English (Class X/XII) | 02 Jan 2001 to 01 Jan 2005 |
Naval Air Operations Officer (NAOO) | 22 | Men & Women | BE/B.Tech in Any Stream with 60% Marks 60% aggregate in Class X & XII 60% in English (Class X/XII) | 02 Jan 2002 to 01 Jan 2007 |
Pilot | 26 | Men & Women | BE/B.Tech in Any Stream with 60% Marks 60% aggregate in Class X & XII 60% in English (Class X/XII) | 02 Jan 2002 to 01 Jan 2007 |
Logistics | 28 | Men & Women | BE/B.Tech (60%) OR MBA (First Class) OR MCA/M.Sc IT (First Class) OR B.Sc/B.Com/B.Sc IT (First Class) + PG Diploma in Finance/Logistics/SCM/Material Management | 02 Jan 2001 to 01 Jul 2006 |
Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility Criteria | Age Limit |
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Education Officer | 07 | M.Sc with 60% Marks in: • Mathematics/Operational Research (with Physics in B.Sc) • Physics/Applied Physics (with Mathematics in B.Sc) • Chemistry (with Physics in B.Sc) | 02 Jan 2001 to 01 Jan 2005 |
Education Officer | 08 | Any of these qualifications: • BE/B.Tech (First Class) in any discipline • MBA (First Class) • B.Sc/B.Com/B.Sc(IT) (First Class) + PG Diploma in Finance/Logistics/SCM/Material Management • MCA/M.Sc(IT) (First Class) | 02 Jan 1999 to 01 Jan 2005 |
Post Name | Total | Gender | Eligibility |
---|---|---|---|
General Service GS Engineering Branch | 38 | Men / Women |
BE / B.Tech Degree with 60% Marks in Aeronautical (ii) Aero Space (iii) Automobiles (iv) Control Engg (v) Industrial Engineering & Management (vi) Instrumentation (vii) Instrumentation & Control (viii) Mechanical/Mechanical with Automation (ix) Marine (x) Mechatronics (xi) Metallurgy (xii) Production. Age Limit: 02/01/2001 to 01/07/2006 |
General Service GS Electrical Branch | 45 | Men / Women |
BE / B.Tech Degree with 60% Marks in Electrical (ii) Electronics (iii) Electrical & Electronics (iv) Electronics & Communication (v) Applied Electronics and Communication (AEC) (vi) Electronics & Tele Communication (vii) Tele Communication (viii) Instrumentation (ix) Electronics & Instrumentation (x) Applied Electronics & Instrumentation (xi) Instrumentation & Control (xii) Power Engineering (xiii) Power Electronics. Age Limit: 02/01/2001 to 01/07/2006 |
Naval Constructor | 18 | Men / Women |
BE / B.Tech Engineering Degree with 60% Marks in Mechanical/Mechanical with Automation (ii) Civil (iii) Aeronautical (iv) Aero Space (v) Metallurgy (vi) Naval Architecture (vii) Ocean Engineering (viii) Marine Engineering (ix) Ship Technology (x) Ship Building (xi) Ship Design. Age Limit: 02/01/2001 to 01/07/2006 |
Collect scanned copies of:
Educational Certificates (Class 10th, 12th, Degree, PG if applicable).
Photo (passport-sized, white background, JPEG/PNG, < 50 KB).
Signature (black ink on white paper, JPEG/PNG, < 50 KB).
ID Proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, etc.).
Caste Certificate (if applicable).
NCC Certificate (if applicable).
Go to the “Careers” or “Current Opportunities” section on the website.
Click “Apply Online” for the January 2026 SSC Entry.
Register with your email ID and mobile number to generate login credentials.
Log in using the credentials received.
Enter details accurately:
Personal Details: Name, DoB, gender, category.
Educational Qualifications: Marks, institution, year of passing.
Contact Information: Address, email, phone number.
Branch Preference: Choose Executive/Technical/Education.
Double-check for errors.
Upload scanned copies in specified formats:
Photo (recent, 10–25 KB).
Signature (10–25 KB).
Certificates (PDF/JPEG, < 1 MB each).
Ensure files are clear and legible.
Click “Preview” to review all details.
Correct any errors.
Final Submit the form.
Note: No application fees.
Download and save the final submitted form.
Take a printout for future reference.
Application Window: 08/02/2025 to 25/02/2025 (submit before the deadline).
No Edits: Form cannot be modified after submission.
Admit Card: Download from the portal once released.
Track updates via email/SMS.
Prepare for the selection process (SSB interview, medical exam).
For queries, contact:
Indian Navy Recruitment Cell
Email: recruitment@indiannavy.gov.in | Phone: 011-23793030
Nationality: Indian
Age Limit: 19 to 24 years (varies by branch)
Educational Qualification:
The selection process includes:
Shortlisting based on marks (for direct entry).
SSB Interview covering:
SSC Officers serve for an initial period of 10 years, which can be extended by 4 years based on performance.
The Naval Pay Office (NPO) manages salary, allowances, and benefits of Navy personnel.
It ensures proper payment processing, deductions, and tax calculations for Indian Navy officers and sailors.
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