Indian Navy Opens Applications for SSC Officer Course Commencing June 2027

The Indian Navy is accepting applications from eligible unmarried male and female candidates for the Short Service Commission (SSC) Officers for the June 2027 (AT 27) Course. Training will be held at the Indian Naval Academy (INA) in Ezhimala, Kerala, and opportunities are available in various branches including Executive, Education, Engineering, Electrical, and Naval Constructor. Successful candidates will initially receive a Short Service Commission for 12 years, which can be extended by up to two additional years, depending on service requirements and performance.

Important Highlights

Detail	Date/Location
Online Application Start Date	25 June 2026
Last Date for Online Application	27 July 2026
Course Commencement	June 2027
Training Location	Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala

Eligibility Conditions

1. Nationality: Candidates must fulfill the nationality criteria as per Government of India regulations.
2. Marital Status: Only unmarried men and women are eligible to apply.
3. Age Limit: Age criteria vary by branch; detailed date-of-birth ranges are specified below.
4. Educational Qualifications: A minimum of 60% marks is required in the qualifying degree (unless specified differently). Detailed degree requirements for each branch are outlined below.

Branch‐Wise Details

The notification includes various branches under Executive, Education, Technical, and Naval Constructor categories. The table below provides essential details:

Ser	Branch / Cadre	Eligible Degrees / Qualifications	Vacancy	Gender	Born Between
Executive Branch
(a)	Executive (GS(X)) / Hydro Cadre	BE/B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks	90 (including 05 Hydro)	Men & Women (10 for GS(X), 02 for Hydro in Women’s quota, etc.)	02 Jul 2002 to 01 Jan 2008
(b)	Pilot	BE/B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks + 60% aggregate marks in Class X and XII, and 60% in English in X or XII	25	Men & Women (max 03 vacancies for women)	02 Jul 2003 to 01 Jul 2008
(c)	Naval Air Operations Officer (Observer)	BE/B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks + 60% aggregate marks in Class X and XII, and 60% in English in X or XII	18	Men & Women (max 03 vacancies for women)	02 Jul 2003 to 01 Jul 2008
(d)	Air Traffic Controller (ATC)	BE/B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% + 60% aggregate in Class X and XII, and 60% in English in X or XII	15	Men & Women	02 Jul 2002 to 01 Jul 2006
(e)	Logistics	1) BE/B.Tech in any discipline with First Class 2) MBA with First Class 3) B.Sc / B.Com / B.Sc (Hons.) with First Class along with PG Diploma in Finance / Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Material Management 4) MCA / M.Sc (IT) with First Class	10	Men & Women (max 02 for women)	02 Jul 2002 to 01 Jan 2008
(d)	Naval Armament Inspector Cadre (NAVIC)	1) BE/B.Tech with minimum 60% marks in Mechanical, Mechanical with Automation, Electrical, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics & Instrumentation, Applied Electronics & Instrumentation, Instrumentation, Instrumentation & Control, Control Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Production, Chemical, Metallurgical, Material Science, Metallurgy, Aero Space, Aeronautical Engineering, Micro Electronics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Applications, Production 2) Post Graduate degree in Electronics / Physics	14	Men and Women	02 Jul 200 to 01 Jan 2008
Education Branch
(a)	-	1) MSc with minimum 60% marks in (Maths/ Operational Research) with Physics in BSc 2) MSc with minimum 60% marks in Physics/ Applied Physics (with Maths in BSc)/ Meteorology/ Oceanology/ Atmoshpheric Sciences (with Physics and Maths in BSc) 3) MA in History with minimum 55% marks	5	Men & Women	02 Jul 2002 to 01 Jul 2006
(b)	-	1) BE/ B.Tech with minimum 60% marks in Mechanical/ Production Engineering 2) BE/ B.Tech with minimum 60% marks (Electrical/ Electronics and Communication/ Electronics and Instrumentation) 3) ME/ M Tech with minimum 60% marks in Electronics & Communication/ Controls/ Radar and Microwave/ Optical Fibre Communication/ Digital Signal Processing/ Wireless Communication/ Laser and Electro Optics/ VLSI/ Power Systems/ Communications Systems/ Electronics & Instrumentation 4) ME/ M Tech with minimum 60% marks in Thermal/ Production Engineering/ Machine Design/ System and Controls/ Manufacturing/ Mechatronics/ Meteorology/ Oceanography/ Atmospheric Sciences (with Physics and Maths at graduation level)	8	Men and Women	02 Jul 2002 to 01 Jul 2006 *{02 Jul 1999 to 01 Jul 2005 for (4) and (5)}
Technical Branch
(a)	Engineering Branch (General Service) [GS]	BE/B.Tech with min 60% in one of the following streams: - Mechanical / Mechanical with Automation - Marine Engineering - Instrumentation Engineering - Production Engineering - Aeronautical Engineering - Automobile Engineering - Industrial Engineering & Mgmt - Aerospace, Mechatronics, Metallurgy…	32	Men & Women (max 05 for women)	02 Jul 2002 to 01 Jan 2008
(b)	Submarine Tech Engineering	BE/B.Tech with min 60% in one of the following streams: - Mechanical / Mechanical with Automation - Marine Engineering - Instrumentation Engineering - Production Engineering - Aeronautical Engineering - Automobile Engineering - Industrial Engineering & Mgmt - Aerospace, Mechatronics, Metallurgy…	8	Men	02 Jul 2002 to 01 Jan 2008
(c)	Electrical Branch (General Service) [GS]	BE/B.Tech with min 60% in streams such as: - Electrical Engineering - Electronics Engineering - Electronics & Communication - Control Engineering - Electronics & Instrumentation - Instrumentation & Control - Power Engineering - Avionics, Applied Electronics & Instrumentation, etc.	32	Men & Women (max 05 for women)	02 Jul 2002 to 01 Jan 2008
(d)	Submarine Tech Electrical	BE/B.Tech with min 60% in streams such as: - Electrical Engineering - Electronics Engineering - Electronics & Communication - Control Engineering - Electronics & Instrumentation - Instrumentation & Control - Power Engineering - Avionics, Applied Electronics & Instrumentation, etc.	8	Men	02 Jul 2002 to 01 Jan 2008
(e)	Naval Constructor	BE/B.Tech (min 60%) in streams: - Mechanical / Mechanical with Automation - Civil - Aeronautical - Metallurgy - Naval Architecture - Ocean Engineering - Marine Engineering - Ship Technology - Ship Building - Ship Design	18	Men & Women	02 Jul 2002 to 01 Jan 2008

• The “Born Between” dates are inclusive.
• Specific date limits apply to certain branches (e.g., Pilot: 02 Jan 2002 to 01 Jan 2007).
• Additional criteria, such as a minimum of 60% in English in Class X or XII, apply to Hydro, Pilot, Observer, and ATC entries.

Additional Important Notes

1. Vacancies: The vacancy numbers for each branch are tentative and may change based on service needs and available training slots.
2. Submarine Arm: Male candidates shortlisted for GS(X), GS(Engineering), and GS(Electrical) can volunteer for the submarine arm, subject to meeting medical and aptitude requirements.
3. Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Specialization: Selected GS(X) candidates may undergo specialization in RPA after initial training, based on service needs.
4. Merchant Navy Personnel:
   • Those with a Government of India, Ministry of Shipping & Transport Certificate of Competency (Foreign going) as Second Mate, Mate, or Master, and born between 02 July 1997 to 01 Jan 2008, may be eligible for Executive (General Service) [GS] entry.
   • Candidates with a Government of India, Ministry of Shipping & Transport Certificate of Competency as a 1st Class Engineer of a steamship by the Govt., and born between 02 July 1997 to 01 Jan 2008, can apply under Technical Branch (SSC Engineering).

Who Can Apply and Educational Requirements

1. Minimum Aggregate: Candidates must have graduated or be in the final year of graduation with the specified marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university.
2. University Recognition: The institution/college/university must be recognized by the Government of India under relevant Acts (UGC, AICTE, etc.).
3. Provisional Submission: Final year students can apply if they can provide proof of completing their degree (with specified % marks) by the time of joining INA in June 2027.

How to Apply

1. Online Registration: Applications must be completed online at the Indian Navy website: www.joinindiannavy.gov.in.
2. Application Form:
   • Register if you're a new user.
   • Fill in personal, educational, and communication details on the application.
   • Upload scanned documents (marksheets, certificates, photographs, signature) as instructed.
3. One Application per Candidate: Multiple submissions will result in cancellation of candidature.
4. Branch/Cadre Preferences: Indicate branch(es)/cadre(s) preference order. Non-selection for one does not guarantee selection for others.

Selection Procedure

1. Shortlisting
   • Normalized Marks: Applications will be shortlisted based on normalized marks or qualifying degree marks.
   • For final-year BE/B.Tech candidates, marks up to the fifth semester will be considered for shortlisting.
   • For post-graduate degree programs like M.Sc, MCA, M.Tech, all previous semester marks will be considered.
2. SSB Interview Call-Up
   • Shortlisted candidates will receive email or SMS notifications regarding SSB interview dates and centers.
   • SSB interviews consist of Psychological Tests, Group Tasks, and Personal Interviews.
3. Medical Examination
   • Candidates passing SSB will undergo a medical exam per Indian Navy norms (Height/Weight/Visual standards, etc.).
4. Merit List
   • A final merit list for each branch/cadre is based on SSB marks, medical fitness, and vacancies.
   • Final selection depends on document verification and meeting all eligibility criteria.

Medical Standards / Relaxations in Height & Weight

1. Medical Fitness:
   • Candidates must meet Indian Navy fitness norms (detailed guidelines available at www.joinindiannavy.gov.in).
   • Permanent body tattoos must comply with Indian Navy policy (only certain placements allowed).
2. No Change Allowed: Changing medical hospital/test center is not allowed under any circumstances.

Training

1. Induction
   • Candidates will join as Sub Lieutenant and undergo Induction Medical Examination at INA, Ezhimala.
2. Duration
   • Training duration varies by branch but is typically 22 weeks to a year, followed by further professional training.
3. Marriage Provisions
   • Candidates must remain unmarried during training. Marriage results in discharge and liability to refund pay and allowances.
4. Probation
   • The initial probation period for SSC Officers is three years. Unsatisfactory performance during probation may lead to discharge.

Pay and Allowances

1. Rank on Commission: Sub Lieutenant
2. Initial Basic Pay: Starts from approximately INR 56,100 plus other allowances (like DA, House Rent Allowance, etc.).
3. Submarine / Pilot / Observer / ATC / RPA: Additional allowances are provided if selected for these specializations.
4. Uniform and Equipment Allowances: Provided as per existing rules.

Other Key Instructions

1. NCC Candidates
   • Holders of a valid ‘C’ certificate in NCC Air/Wing or Naval Wing may receive a cut-off mark relaxation of up to 5%, subject to conditions (must have served 2–3 years in NCC, etc.).
2. Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
   • Candidates with a valid CPL issued by DGCA (India) born between 02 July 2001 to 01 July 2007 can apply for Pilot entry if meeting other criteria.
3. Documentation
   • Original certificates and mark sheets must be presented at SSB for verification.
4. Call-up for SSB
   • No compensation is available for any injury during SSB interviews.
5. Withdrawal from Training
   • Withdrawal or removal for unsatisfactory performance during training may result in liability to repay training costs as determined by the government.

Conclusion

The Indian Navy SSC Officer Notification for the June 2027 (AT 27) Course presents a distinguished opportunity for young men and women to serve the nation. This entry includes several branches such as Executive, Education, Engineering, Electrical, and Naval Constructor, each with their own specific academic and age prerequisites. Interested candidates should verify their eligibility, submit applications online by the deadline, and prepare thoroughly for the extensive selection process.

For more details and to apply, visit the official Indian Navy recruitment website:
www.joinindiannavy.gov.in

Note: All information provided is for reference. Any updates, changes, or corrections issued by the Indian Navy will take precedence. Always verify with the latest official notification.