Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2027 Notification Out for 253 Vacancies – Apply Online
The Indian Navy has released the Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer Recruitment 2027 notification for 253 vacancies across Executive, Education, and Technical branches. Eligible unmarried men and women can apply online from 25 June 2026 to 27 July 2026.
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2027
The Indian Navy has invited online applications from eligible unmarried men and unmarried women for the Short Service Commission (SSC) Officers – June 2027 (AT 27) Course. This recruitment offers opportunities in the Executive, Education, and Technical Branches for engineering and postgraduate graduates.
Interested candidates can submit their online applications from 25 June 2026 to 27 July 2026 through the official Indian Navy recruitment portal. Selected candidates will undergo training at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala.
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2027 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Indian Navy |
| Recruitment Name | Short Service Commission (SSC) Officers |
| Course | June 2027 (AT 27) |
| Advertisement | SSC Officer Entry |
| Total Vacancies | 253 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Training Academy | Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala |
| Gender | Unmarried Men & Unmarried Women |
| Official Website | Click Here |
The Indian Navy will grant Short Service Commission to selected candidates for various branches, and applications are accepted only through the online mode.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | June 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 25 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27 July 2026 |
| SSB Interview | To Be Announced |
| Medical Examination | After SSB |
| Merit List | To Be Announced |
| Course Commencement | June 2027 |
Vacancy Details
The Indian Navy has announced 253 vacancies under different branches and cadres.
| Branch / Entry | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Executive Branch (GS(X) / Hydro) | 90 |
| Pilot | 25 |
| Naval Air Operations Officer (Observer) | 18 |
| Air Traffic Controller (ATC) | 15 |
| Logistics | 10 |
| Naval Armament Inspectorate Cadre (NAIC) | 14 |
| Education Branch | 13 |
| Engineering Branch (GS) | 24 |
| Submarine Technical (Engineering) | 8 |
| Electrical Branch (GS) | 32 |
| Submarine Technical (Electrical) | 8 |
| Naval Constructor | 18 |
| Total Vacancies | 253 |
Note: The number of vacancies is tentative and may change depending on service requirements and training availability.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the required educational qualification with the minimum percentage of marks prescribed for the respective branch. Candidates in the final year of their qualifying degree are also eligible to apply, subject to fulfilling the eligibility conditions before joining the Indian Naval Academy.
| Branch / Entry | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Executive Branch (GS(X)/Hydro) | BE/B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks |
| Pilot | BE/B.Tech in any discipline with minimum 60% marks, along with 60% aggregate in Class X & XII and 60% marks in English in Class X or XII |
| Naval Air Operations Officer (Observer) | Same eligibility as Pilot |
| Air Traffic Controller (ATC) | BE/B.Tech with minimum 60% marks |
| Logistics | First Class BE/B.Tech, MBA, MCA, M.Sc (IT), or First Class B.Sc/B.Com/B.Sc (IT) with relevant PG Diploma |
| Naval Armament Inspectorate Cadre (NAIC) | BE/B.Tech in specified engineering disciplines or PG Degree in Electronics/Physics with minimum 60% marks |
| Education Branch | Relevant M.Sc/MA/ME/M.Tech/BE/B.Tech qualifications as prescribed |
| Engineering Branch | BE/B.Tech in specified engineering disciplines with minimum 60% marks |
| Electrical Branch | BE/B.Tech in Electrical/Electronics-related disciplines with minimum 60% marks |
| Naval Constructor | BE/B.Tech in Mechanical, Civil, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ship Building, Aerospace, Ocean Engineering and related disciplines with minimum 60% marks |
Important Notes
- Candidates applying for Pilot, NAIC, and Education entries must also have 60% aggregate marks in Class X & XII and 60% marks in English in either Class X or XII.
- Final-year students can apply but must complete the required qualification before joining the academy
Age Limit
The age criteria vary depending on the branch applied for.
| Branch | Born Between |
|---|---|
| Executive (GS(X)/Hydro) | 02 July 2002 – 01 January 2008 |
| Pilot | 02 July 2003 – 01 July 2008 |
| Observer | 02 July 2003 – 01 July 2008 |
| Air Traffic Controller | 02 July 2002 – 01 July 2006 |
| Logistics | 02 July 2002 – 01 January 2008 |
| NAIC | 02 July 2002 – 01 January 2008 |
| Education | Entry-wise from 02 July 2000 to 01 July 2006 or 02 July 2002 to 01 July 2006, depending on the specialization |
| Engineering | 02 July 2002 – 01 January 2008 |
| Electrical | 02 July 2002 – 01 January 2008 |
| Naval Constructor | 02 July 2002 – 01 January 2008 |
Age relaxation is applicable only where specified in the official notification.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be carried out through the following stages:
- Shortlisting of Applications based on normalized marks in the qualifying degree.
- SSB Interview for shortlisted candidates.
- Medical Examination.
- Preparation of Final Merit List based on SSB performance, medical fitness, and availability of vacancies.
- Training at Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala.
Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be appointed as Sub Lieutenant in the Indian Navy.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Rank | Sub Lieutenant |
| Initial Gross Salary | Approximately ₹1,20,000 per month |
| Additional Benefits | Military Allowances, Group Insurance, Leave Benefits, Medical Facilities, and Other Applicable Benefits |
Pilot, Naval Air Operations Officer, and Submarine officers are also eligible for a Submarine/Pilot Allowance of ₹31,250 per month after successful completion of the required training, as applicable.
Required Documents
Candidates should keep the following documents ready while submitting the online application:
- Recent passport-size colour photograph
- Scanned signature (if applicable)
- Class 10 Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
- Class 12 Mark Sheet and Certificate
- Degree Mark Sheets
- Final Degree Certificate (if available)
- Semester Mark Sheets (up to the required semester)
- CGPA Conversion Certificate (for BE/B.Tech candidates, if applicable)
- Government-issued Photo Identity Proof
- NCC ‘C’ Certificate (if applicable)
- Merchant Navy Certificate (if applicable)
- UGC Equivalence Certificate (for foreign degree holders, if applicable)
- Any other supporting documents mentioned in the notification.
How to Apply
Follow these steps to submit the Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2027 application form:
- Visit the official Indian Navy recruitment website.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Log in to your account.
- Carefully read the official notification before applying.
- Select the desired branch or cadre.
- Fill in all personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload the required scanned documents in the prescribed format.
- Verify all entered information carefully.
- Submit the online application before 27 July 2026.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference and SSB interview.
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