Short Info : Indian Navy, has announced notification for Short Service Commission (SSC) Officers - January 2027 (ST 27) Courses - Recruitment 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 24 January, 2026 From to 24 February, 2026. Read the official notification for details regarding eligibility criteria, post information, selection process, age limit, salary, and other relevant information.

Important Dates
Application Start Date
24 January, 2026
Last Date For Applying Online
24 February, 2026
SSB Interview Date
June 2026
Admit Card for SSB Interview
15 May, 2026
Vacancy Info

Indian Navy, Short Service Commission (SSC) Officers - January 2027 (ST 27) Courses - Recruitment 2026 - Total Post & Qualification

Grand Total : 260 Post

Executive Branch (Total : 149 Posts)

Post Name
Posts
Eligibility
Executive Branch {GS(X)/ Hydro Cadre}76
  • BE / B.Tech in Any Discipline with (60% Marks).
  • Age Limit : 02 January, 2002 to 01 July, 2007

Air Traffic Controller (ATC)

18
  • B.Tech in Any Discipline (60% Marks). (60% Marks in 10th, 12th Class Also 60% Marks in English in 10th, 12th Class).
  • Age Limit : 02 January, 2002 to 01 July, 2006

Naval Air Operations Officer NAOO

20
  • BE / B.Tech in Any Stream (60% Marks). (60% Marks in 10th, 12th Class Also 60% Marks in English in 10th, 12th Class).
  • Age Limit : 02 January, 2003 to 01 July, 2008

Pilot

25

Logistics

10
  • BE / B.Tech in Any Stream OR MBA / MCA / M.Sc (IT) OR B.Sc / B.Com / B.Sc (IT) with PG Diploma in Finance with 1st Class Marks.
  • Age Limit : 02 January, 2002 to 01 July, 2007

Technical Branch (Total : 96 Posts)

Post Name
Posts
Eligibility

Engineering Branch General Service

42
  • BE / B.Tech (60% Marks) in Mechanical / Marine / Instrumentation / Production / Aeronautical / Industrial Engineering & Management / Control Engineering / Aero Space / Automobiles / Metallurgy / Mechatronics / Instrumentation & Control.
  • Age Limit : 02 January, 2002 to 01 July, 2007
Submarine Tech Engineering08
  • BE / B.Tech (60% Marks) in Production / Control / Aeronautical / Industrial Engineering Management / Instrumentation & Control / Mechanical / Mechanical with Automation.
  • Age Limit : 02 January, 2002 to 01 July, 2007

Electrical Branch General Service

38
  • BE / B.Tech (60% Marks) in Electrical / Electronics / Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Com. / Applied Electronics and Com. (AEC) / Electronics & Tele Com. / Tele Com. / Instrumentation / Electronics & Inst. / Applied Electronics & Inst. / Inst. & Control / Power Engineering / Power  Electronics.
  • Age Limit : 02 January, 2002 to 01 July, 2007
Submarine Tech Electrical08
  • BE / B.Tech with Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Electronics & TeleCommunication / Applied Electronics & Instrumentation / Electronics & Instrumentation / Applied Electronics and Communication (AEC) / Instrumentation & Control.
  • Age Limit : 02 January, 2001 to 01 July, 2007

Education Branch (Total : 15 Posts)

Post Name
Posts
Eligibility

Education

07
  • M.Sc with 60% Marks (Maths / Operational Research) with Physics in B.Sc. OR
  • M.Sc. with 60% Marks (Physics / Applied Physics) with Maths in B.Sc OR
  • M.Sc. (60% Marks) in Chemistry & Physics in B.Sc.
  • Age Limit : 02 January, 2002 to 01 July, 2006
08
  • BE / B.Tech (60% Marks) in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics Comm. OR
  • M.Tech (60% Marks) Thermal / Production Engineering / Machine Design / Comm. System Engg / Electronics & Communication Engg / VLSI / Power System Engg.
  • Age Limit : 02 January, 2000 to 01 July, 2006

How to Apply

  • Step 1 : Check Eligibility – Ensure you meet the nationality , educational (minimum 60% aggregate) , and age limits for your specific branch before beginning.

  • Step 2 : Prepare Documents – Keep scanned copies of original documents ready, including your 10th/12th certificates , semester marksheets , CGPA conversion formula , and a recent passport-size color photograph.

  • Step 3 : Access Official Portal – Visit the official Indian Navy recruitment website at www.joinindiannavy.gov.in or scan the provided advertisement QR code.

  • Step 4 : Register and Fill Details – Register on the portal and enter your personal details exactly as they appear in your Matriculation Certificate , ensuring your mandatory email and mobile number are correct.

  • Step 5 : Upload Clear Scans – Attach the required scanned documents in original JPG/TIFF format, making sure they are fully legible to avoid immediate application rejection.

  • Step 6 : Select Branches and Preferences – Indicate all your preferred branches and cadres carefully, keeping in mind that you will not be considered for any branch left unselected.

  • Step 7 : Review and Final Submit – Double-check all entries carefully before submitting, as the application is final upon submission and no further amendments or changes will be allowed.

  • Step 8 : Print Confirmation – Take a physical printout of your completed online application form, which you must carry with you if you are shortlisted for the SSB interview.

Selection Process

  • Step 1 : Normalisation of Marks : Applications are shortlisted based on normalized marks obtained in the qualifying degree using formulae provided on the official website.

  • Step 2 : Aggregate Mark Cut-offs : For BE/B.Tech candidates, marks up to the 5th semester are considered for shortlistingFor PG programmes (M.Sc, MCA, MBA, M.Tech), performance across all semesters (or pre-final year for final year students) is checked.

  • Step 3 : Backlog Restriction : Candidates with any pending backlog at the time of document verification at SSB centers will be denied permission to appear.

  • Step 4 : SSB Interview : Shortlisted applicants are notified via email/SMS to download their call-up letters for the Service Selection Board (SSB) interview.

  • Step 5 : Medical Examination : SSB-recommended candidates must clear the applicable medical standards at designated military hospitalsSpecial tests like CPSS apply to Pilot entries.

  • Step 6 : Merit List Compilation : The final merit list is prepared strictly based on SSB marks, subject to medical fitness and training slot availability.

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