Indian Navy Short Service Commission Officers Various Post January 2026 ST 26 Batch – Executive, Engineering, Education, Logistics & Technical Posts

Total Number of Post

Number of posts available, along with gender specifications and the date of birth range for eligibility, for various branches:

Note: The number of posts mentioned in the source are tentative and may change depending on the availability of training slots.

Common Eligibility Criteria for admission

To be eligible for the Short Service Commission (SSC) for the Indian Navy, commencing in Jan 2026, candidates must meet certain nationality and eligibility conditions. Here’s a breakdown of the eligibility criteria based on the branch:

• Gender and Marital Status: Applicants must be unmarried men and unmarried women.
• Educational Qualifications: Specific educational qualifications depend on the branch:
• Executive Branch {GS(X)/ Hydro Cadre}: BE/ B.Tech in any discipline with a minimum of 60% marks.
• Pilot: BE/ B.Tech in any discipline with a minimum of 60% marks, with 60% aggregate in class X and XII, and a minimum of 60% in English in class X or XII.
• Naval Air Operations Officer (Observers): Not specified in the provided excerpt.
• Air Traffic Controller (ATC): Not specified in the provided excerpt.
• Logistics: Requires a first-class BE/ B.Tech in any discipline, or an MBA with First Class, or a B.Sc/ B.Com/ B.Sc.(IT) with First class along with PG Diploma in Finance / Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Material Management, or an MCA/ M.Sc (IT) with First Class.
• Education: Requires specific qualifications in M.Sc. (Maths/ Operational Research/ Physics/ Applied Physics/ Chemistry) with Physics or Maths in B.Sc., or BE/ B.Tech with minimum 60% marks in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Electronics & Communication Engg, or M Tech from a recognized University/Institute in specific disciplines. Candidates must have scored a minimum of 60% marks in class X and class XII and a minimum of 60% marks in English in class X or class XII.
• Engineering Branch {General Service (GS)}: BE/ B.Tech with a minimum of 60% marks in specific streams such as Mechanical, Marine, Instrumentation, Production, Aeronautical Engineering.
• Electrical Branch {General Service (GS)}: BE/ B.Tech with a minimum of 60% marks in specific streams such as Electrical, Electronics, Electronics & Communication.
• Naval Constructor: BE/B.Tech with a minimum of 60% marks in specific streams such as Mechanical, Civil, Aeronautical Engineering.
• Merchant Navy Personnel: Candidates with a Government of India, Ministry of Shipping & Transport Certificate of Competency (Foreign going) can apply for the Executive Branch entry (General Service) if born between 02 Jan 1996 to 01 Jul 2006.
• NCC Candidates: NCC ‘C’ certificate holders may be given a relaxation of 5% in cut-off marks for SSB shortlisting, provided they meet certain criteria.
• Other:
• Candidates must fulfill the educational qualifications before joining INA, Ezhimala by Jan 2026.
• Only one application can be filled by a candidate.

It is important to note that meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee selection, as shortlisting for SSB interviews is based on normalized marks obtained in the qualifying degree.

General Selection Process

The selection process for the Short Service Commission (SSC) for the Indian Navy involves multiple stages. Here’s a breakdown:

• Shortlisting of Applications: Initial shortlisting is based on the normalized marks obtained by candidates in their qualifying degree. The marks are normalized using a formula available on the Indian Navy website. For BE/ B.Tech candidates, marks up to the fifth semester are considered. For postgraduate degree holders, marks from all semesters are considered; for those in their final year, pre-final year performance is used.
• SSB Interview: Shortlisted candidates are informed of their selection for the SSB interview via email or SMS. Candidates should not change their email or mobile number during the selection process and should regularly check their inbox and spam folder.
• Submitting Proof of Qualifying Degree: Candidates selected in the final merit list must submit proof of completing their qualifying degree with a minimum of 60% marks by emailing officer@navy.gov.in. Failure to do so will result in the candidate not being permitted to join the Academy.
• SSB Procedure: Details of the SSB procedure are available on the Indian Navy website. Change of SSB center is not allowed.
• Merit List: A merit list is prepared based on SSB marks for all entries, considering the availability of vacancies and medical clearance for each entry. Candidates declared medically fit are appointed according to the vacancies.
• Medical Examination: SSB recommended candidates must undergo a medical examination as applicable to their entry. Change of medical hospital/center is not allowed.
• Training: Selected candidates will be inducted as Sub Lieutenants after clearing the induction medical examination at INA, Ezhimala. Only unmarried candidates are eligible for training.

How to Apply for Job

To apply for the Short Service Commission (SSC) in the Indian Navy, here are the steps to follow:

• Register and fill out the application on the Indian Navy website. The website is www.joinindiannavy.gov.in.
• To save time, candidates can fill in their details and upload documents in advance of the application submission window.

When filling out the e-application, have the relevant documents readily available:

• Fill in personal particulars correctly, as given in the Matriculation Certificate.
• Provide a valid e-mail address and mobile number, as these are mandatory fields.

The following documents should be scanned in original JPG/TIFF format for attaching while filling out the application:

• All relevant documents (preferably in original)
• Marks sheets up to 5th & 7th semester for regular and integrated BE/ B.Tech courses respectively and all semesters for other degree examinations
• Date of birth proof (as per 10th & 12th certificate)
• CGPA conversion formula for BE/ B.Tech
• Merchant Navy certificate issued by the Government of India, Ministry of Shipping and Transport (if applicable)
• NCC ‘C’ certificate issued by the National Cadet Corps (if applicable)
• A recent passport-size color photograph

Other important points to remember include

• If any scanned document is not legible/readable, the application will be rejected.
• Candidates should take a printout of the application and carry it while appearing for the SSB interview.
• Once submitted, the application is final, and no requests for amendments/changes will be entertained.
• Read the instructions given on the website carefully before finally submitting the online application.
• Ensure that all declarations are correct, as your candidature will be canceled if any declaration is found wrong at any stage of selection.
• Be aware that your application is subject to scrutiny and can be rejected if found ineligible/invalid at any point.

Application Fee

The provided source does not include information regarding an application fee for the Short Service Commission (SSC) for the Indian Navy [see source documents].

However, the source does specify age criteria, which varies by branch:

• Executive Branch {GS(X)/ Hydro Cadre}: Candidates must be born between 02 Jan 2001 to 01 Jul 2006.
• Pilot: Candidates must be born between 02 Jan 2002 to 01 Jan 2007.
• Naval Air Operations Officer (Observers): Candidates must be born between 02 Jan 2002 to 01 Jan 2007.
• Air Traffic Controller (ATC): Candidates must be born between 02 Jan 2001 to 01 Jan 2005.
• Logistics: Candidates must be born between 02 Jan 2001 to 01 Jul 2006.
• Education:
• Candidates must be born between 02 Jan 2001 to 01 Jan 2005.
• Candidates must be born between 02 Jan 1999 to 01 Jan 2005.
• Engineering Branch {General Service (GS)}: Candidates must be born between 02 Jan 2001 to 01 Jul 2006.
• Electrical Branch {General Service (GS)}: Candidates must be born between 02 Jan 2001 to 01 Jul 2006.
• Naval Constructor: Candidates must be born between 02 Jan 2001 to 01 Jul 2006.
• Merchant Navy Personnel: Candidates applying for the Executive Branch entry (General Service) must be born between 02 Jan 1996 to 01 Jul 2006.