Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 [260 Post] Apply Online

Introduction
 

New Delhi, January 27, 2026 The Indian Navy has officially launched its  important ‑ awaited Short Service Commission( SSC) Officer Reclamation 2026, inviting  youthful and motivated graduates to apply online for a total of 260 officer posts across  colorful branches. This reclamation drive offers prestigious  opportunities for men and women to serve the nation as commissioned officers and begin a career with one of India’s most  reputed uniformed services. 

The reclamation announcement has been issued for the January 2027 Course( ST ‑ 27) at the Indian Naval Academy( INA) in Ezhimala, Kerala, where  named  campaigners will  undergo  original training before being commissioned as Sub apprentices. 

Overview of the Reclamation 

The Indian Navy’s SSC Officer Reclamation 2026 aims to fill 260  vacancies in multiple branches including Executive, Technical, Education, Logistic, Pilot and other specialist entries. These entries are designed for  campaigners with degrees in engineering,  wisdom, commerce,  trades, and other professional disciplines. 

Online  application began on 24 January 2026, and the last date to apply is 24 February 2026. campaigners must apply through the  sanctioned Indian Navy reclamation  gate at www.joinindiannavy.gov.in 

Branch ‑ wise Vacancy Breakdown 

The 260 posts are distributed across  various branches, making this one of the most different SSC Officer reclamation  campaigns in recent times. The major branches and approximate vacancies include 

• SSC General Service( GS/ X) including Hydro Cadre : 76 posts 
• Air Traffic Controller( ATC) : 18 posts 
• Naval Air Operations Officer( NAOO) : 20 posts 
• SSC Airman: 25 posts 
• SSC Logistics: 10 posts 

Specialized Branch 

• Engineering Branch( General Service) : 42 posts 
• Submarine Tech Engineering -08
• Submarine Tech Electrical-08
• Electrical Branch( General Service):  38 posts 

Other Branches 

• Education Branch: 15 posts 
• fresh specialist entries as per  announcement 

This distribution gives  campaigners  opportunities in both frontline  functional  places and specialized support functions critical to nonmilitary operations. 

Eligibility Criteria 

To be eligible for the Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026,  campaigners must meet the following general criteria — detailed eligibility conditions vary by branch 

Educational Qualification 

• Administrative & Airman Entries Bachelor’s degree in applicable disciplines from an honored university. 
• Specialized Entries Engineering degrees( B.E./ B.Tech) or original in applicable branches  similar as mechanical, electrical, electronics, etc. 
• Education Branch Postgraduate degree in applicable subjects with  needed  tutoring qualifications. 
• Other entries Specific  instruments or qualifications as per the  sanctioned  announcement. 
• campaigners should carefully check qualifications for their chosen branch in the  official announcement before applying.) 

Age Limit 

campaigners  generally must be born between 02 January 2002 and 01 July 2007( age limits may vary slightly by entry and reservation  orders). 

Other Conditions 

• Only  unmarried male and female campaigners are eligible to apply. 
• campaigners must meet prescribed medical fitness and physical  norms specified by the Indian Navy. 

Final time  scholars who are awaiting results may also apply, subject to meeting  minimal qualifications at the time of joining. 

Application Process – Step ‑ by ‑ Step 

The  application process for SSC Officer posts is  fully online — there's no offline or postal application option. way include 

• Visit the  sanctioned Indian Navy reclamation website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in. 
• Register with a valid dispatch ID and mobile number. 
• Fill in your  particular, educational and communication details as  needed. 
• Upload documents(  photo,  signature, education  certificate, etc.) in  specified formats. 
• Submit your form and  corroborate all details precisely. 
• print the submitted application for future reference. 

campaigners are advised to avoid last ‑ minute submission  and not  stay until the final date, as there can be heavy business on the portal  near to the deadline. 

Selection Procedure 

The Indian Navy’s SSC Officer selection process consists of many stages designed to  estimate academic merit, leadership  eventuality, and overall  felicity for commissioned service. The major stages include 

• Shortlisting is based on academic record — Normalised marks from the qualifying degree are used to shortlist  campaigners for SSB interview. 
• Service Selection Board( SSB) Interview — campaigners who qualify academic shortlisting are called for SSB interviews that test intelligence, personality, communication, and leadership  rates. 
• Medical Examination — Only those recommended by the SSB are medically examined for fitness. 
• Final Merit List — Prepared based on performance in SSB and medical  concurrence. 
• campaigners should regularly cover their dispatch and SMS for updates related to interview dates and instructions. 

Training and Career Prospects 

named  campaigners will  suffer rigorous training at the Indian Naval Academy( INA), Ezhimala, Kerala. Upon successful completion, they're commissioned as Sub apprentices in the Indian Navy, joining one of the most elite fighting forces in the world. 

payment and Benefits 

Officers appointed through SSC can anticipate an  attractive payment and benefits package. The starting pay, including Military Service Pay, can be  roughly ₹1,25,000 per month( approx) in addition to allowances and  gratuities as per service rules.