Post Date: January 26, 2026
10:52 am
The Join Indian Navy (Nausena Bharti) published a new notification for the SSC Officer January 2027 Course. This recruitment drive offers 260 vacancies across the Executive, Technical, and Education branches. Interested male and female candidates can start the application process from 24 January 2026. The final date to submit the online form is 24 February 2026. Applicants must verify their birth dates, as only those born between 02 July 2002 and 01 July 2008 are eligible. This entry provides a direct path to a commissioned officer rank through a merit-based shortlisting process followed by SSB interviews. Detailed eligibility criteria and branch-wise vacancy distributions are available below. Ensure you read the official advertisement carefully before applying through the recruitment portal.
Indian Navy SSC Officer 2026 – Online Application Details
Indian Navy Jan 2027 Entry : Important Dates & Fees
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 24 January 2026
- Apply Online Last Date: 24 February 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: 24 February 2026
- Exam/SSB Date: Notify Soon
- Admit Card: Before Interview
Application Fee
- For All Candidates: ₹ 0/-
Note: The Indian Navy does not charge any application fee for the SSC Officer entry. Beware of fraudulent websites.
Age Limit Criteria
- Candidates must be born between 02/07/2002 and 01/07/2008.
- Note: Post-specific age brackets apply. Check the eligibility table below.
Total Posts
260 Vacancies
Executive Branch Vacancy & Eligibility
| Post Name | Posts | Eligibility |
| SSC General Service (GS/X) | 76 | BE/B.Tech in any stream (60% Marks) |
| Air Traffic Controller (ATC) | 18 | B.Tech (60%) + 60% in 10th/12th English |
| Naval Air Ops Officer (NAOO) | 20 | BE/B.Tech in any stream (60% Marks) |
| SSC Pilot | 25 | BE/B.Tech in any stream (60% Marks) |
| SSC Logistics | 10 | BE/B.Tech or MBA/MCA/M.Sc IT (1st Class) |
Technical & Education Branch Details
| Post Name | Posts | Requirement |
| Engineering Branch (GS) | 42 | BE/B.Tech Mechanical/Aero/Prod (60%) |
| Electrical Branch (GS) | 38 | BE/B.Tech Electrical/Electronics (60%) |
| Education Branch | 15 | M.Sc (Physics/Maths) or BE/B.Tech (60%) |
| Submarine Tech (Eng/Elec) | 16 | BE/B.Tech in relevant stream (60%) |
Physical Standards and Selection Method
The selection process for Indian Navy SSC Officers involves multiple stages designed to test mental and physical robustness.
- Shortlisting: Candidates are shortlisted based on their academic marks in the qualifying degree.
- SSB Interview: Shortlisted aspirants will undergo a two-stage SSB interview (Intelligence test, Picture Perception, Group Discussion, and Psychological tests).
- Medical Examination: Candidates qualifying the SSB will undergo a rigorous medical check-up by military doctors.
- Final Merit: The board prepares the final list based on SSB scores and medical fitness.
How to Apply for Navy SSC Officer 2026
- Visit the official website at joinindiannavy.gov.in.
- Complete the initial registration using your Aadhar or other valid ID.
- Fill in your educational particulars and upload your final degree/marksheet.
- Upload a recent passport-sized photograph and clear signature.
- Select your Entry Preference carefully based on your branch qualification.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the application for SSB reporting.
SOME USEFUL IMPORTANT LINKS
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Follow Now |
| Indian Navy Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| Q: What is the last date for Indian Navy SSC Officer application? A: You must apply by 24 February 2026. |
| Q: Is there any application fee for General candidates? A: No, there is no application fee for any category in this recruitment. |
| Q: Can female candidates apply for the Pilot post? A: Yes, both male and female candidates are eligible for most branches including Pilot. |
| Q: What is the educational requirement for the ATC post? A: B.Tech in any discipline with at least 60% marks is required. |
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