Serving the nation in the Indian Navy is not just a career—it’s a matter of honour and pride. For engineers, lawyers, MSc graduates, and other professionals seeking a challenging and rewarding path, the Navy has announced 260 Short service Commission (SSC) Officer vacancies across multiple branches. Here’s everything you need to know to apply before the last date, september 1, 2025.

1. Who Can Apply? Eligibility Criteria

The indian Navy is inviting applications from candidates who have completed or are in the final year of their degree with at least 60% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA. Eligible qualifications include:

Engineering Degrees: BE/B.Tech from recognised indian or foreign universities

Postgraduate Degrees: MSc, MCA, MBA, or M.Tech

Law Graduates: LLB

Special considerations:

Merchant Navy Certificate Holders: Eligible for relaxation or pilot/technical entries

Commercial Pilot License (CPL) Holders: Considered for pilot entries

NCC ‘C’ Certificate Holders: 5% relaxation in cut-off marks

This is a unique opportunity for diverse professionals to serve as officers in the Navy.

2. Vacancy Details: 260 Posts Across Multiple Branches

The 260 vacancies are distributed across several branches:

Executive Branch

General service (GS/X)

Hydro Cadre

Pilot

Naval air Operations Officer

Air Traffic Controller

Logistics

Naval Armament Inspectorate Cadre

Law

Education Branch

15 posts available

Engineering & Technical Branches

General service Engineering

Electrical

Naval Constructor

With such wide-ranging roles, there’s something for nearly every graduate and professional interested in a naval career.

3. Age Limit and Special Provisions

Most candidates should be born between July 2, 1996, and january 1, 2007 (age limits vary slightly by branch).

Specialisations such as Submarine Arm and Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) are available after selection.

CPL holders and Merchant Navy personnel are eligible for pilot and technical entries.

NCC ‘C’ Certificate holders get a 5% relaxation in cut-off marks.

This ensures a diverse and qualified pool of candidates for selection.

4. Training and Salary: What to Expect

Selected candidates will join as Sub Lieutenants after medical clearance and induction at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, with the following details:

Eligibility: Only unmarried candidates; marriage during training leads to discharge

Probation: Two years for most branches (three years for NAIC)

Salary: Starts at around Rs 1,10,000 per month, with allowances for flying, submarine, and pilot roles

Insurance: Coverage under Naval Group Insurance Scheme (NGIS)

The training is rigorous, prestigious, and prepares officers for leadership roles in the indian Navy.

5. How to Apply Online

The application process is simple and fully online at www.joinindiannavy.gov.in.

Steps to Apply:

Register and create a profile

Fill in details as per your Matriculation certificate

Upload required documents: marksheets, degree proof, DOB certificate, NCC/CPL/Merchant Navy certificates, passport-size photo

Review and submit the application

Keep a printout for the SSB interview

Candidates can also scan the QR code provided on the official site to apply directly.

6. Selection Process: How Candidates Are Shortlisted

The selection involves shortlisting, SSB interviews, medical examination, and merit-based final joining.

Marks from qualifying degrees are used for shortlisting

BE/B.Tech: Marks up to 5th semester

Postgraduates: Marks of all semesters or up to pre-final year for final-year students

Shortlisted candidates are notified via email and SMS for the SSB interview

Final selection depends on medical clearance, merit, and branch preference

This ensures a transparent and merit-based selection process.

7. Last Date to Apply: Don’t Miss Out!

The online application window closes today, september 1, 2025. Interested candidates should act immediately to secure their chance to serve the nation in one of India’s most prestigious services.