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Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026: A new recruitment drive has been announced for young people dreaming of becoming officers in the Indian Navy. The Indian Navy has started online applications for Short Service Commission Officers (SSC) - January 2027 (ST27) course for various entries from January 24th. Candidates can apply on the official website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in.

Only unmarried male and female candidates are eligible to apply for this Indian Navy recruitment. Through this entry, a total of 260 posts will be filled across 10 branches, including Executive Branch, Logistics, Education, Pilot, Submarine Tech Electrical, Naval Air Operations, Air Traffic Controller, and Engineering Branch. After completing the training, the candidate will be posted at the rank of Sub Lieutenant.

Indian Navy SSC Officer Vacancy 2026: Important Details
Force: Indian Navy
Entry: Short Service Commission (SSC) JAN 2027 (ST 27)
Number of Posts: 260
Official Website: www.joinindiannavy.gov.in
Application Start Date: January 24, 2026
Application Last Date: February 24, 2026
Selection Process: Shortlisting, SSB Interview, Document Verification, Final Merit List, etc.
Commission Duration: 12 years, which can be extended by 2 years
Rank after Training: Sub Lieutenant
Salary: The starting monthly salary for the post of Sub Lieutenant will be Rs. 1,25,000 along with other applicable allowances.

Eligibility to become a Navy Sub Lieutenant
Branch-wise, different qualifications are required. For the Executive Branch, a BE/BTech degree with a minimum of 60 percent marks is required. For Pilot, a BE/BTech degree is required along with 60 percent marks in 10th and 12th standard, and also 60 percent marks in the English subject. For logistics positions, candidates with a BE/BTech/MBA/BSc/B.Com/BSc Finance/PG Diploma in Logistics/MCA/MSc (IT) can apply.

Similarly, for other positions, candidates should possess a degree such as BE/BTech/MBA/B.Com/BSc/MCA/MSc/MA/MTech, etc. Candidates holding a Certificate of Competency issued by the Ministry of Shipping and Transport, Government of India, whether Second Mate, Mate, or Master, and born between January 2, 1997, and July 1, 2007 (both dates inclusive), are eligible to apply.

Candidates holding a CPL license issued by the DGCA and born between January 2, 2002, and January 1, 2008, can apply for the pilot position. Candidates can check the detailed eligibility criteria in the official recruitment notification.

How to Apply?
Candidates can apply for this recruitment on the Indian Navy's official website, www.joinindiannavy.gov.in.
You will first need to complete the registration process. Ensure you provide accurate email ID and mobile number details during this process.
Now, log in to the website using the login ID you received.
Go to the application link for the relevant recruitment and start filling out the application form.
Carefully fill in all the requested details, such as personal details, educational qualifications, and address.
Scan and upload your passport-sized photograph, signature, and other documents.
Finally, submit the form and take a printout for your records.
For any other information related to this recruitment, candidates can visit the official website of the Indian Navy.

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