Indian Navy Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer IT Recruitment - January 2026 Course

Indian Navy Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer IT Recruitment – January 2026 Course

An Opportunity to Serve: Indian Navy SSC Officer IT (Executive Branch)

The Indian Navy is extending a significant invitation to unmarried candidates to apply online for the Short Service Commission (SSC) in Information Technology (IT) entry within its esteemed Executive Branch. This recruitment drive is specifically for the January-2026 Course, which will commence at the prestigious Indian Naval Academy (INA) in Ezhimala, Kerala. This is a prime opportunity for aspiring individuals to join the Indian Navy as SSC Officer Information Technology (IT) personnel, with postings across various Indian Navy stations. The official designation for this entry is SSC/IT-Jan26.

Key Details for the SSC Executive Officer (Information Technology – IT) Position

For the SSC Executive Officer (Information Technology – IT) [SSC X (IT)] role, the Indian Navy has announced 15 vacancies, open to both men and women.

Age Criteria:

Candidates must have been born between 02 January 2001 and 01 July 2006 (both dates inclusive). This strict age window ensures that applicants fall within the desired demographic for this commission.

Educational Qualifications:

To be eligible, candidates must possess a minimum of 60% marks in English in either Class X or Class XII. In addition to this, they must hold one of the following degrees from a recognized university or institution:

M.Sc./ B.E./ B. Tech./ M. Tech. in any of the following disciplines:
- Computer Science
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Information Technology
- Software Systems
- Cyber Security
- System Administration & Networking
- Computer Systems & Networking
- Data Analytics
- Artificial Intelligence
Alternatively, candidates with an MCA (Master of Computer Applications) degree are eligible, provided they also hold a BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) or B.Sc. (Computer Science/ Information Technology) degree.

NCC ‘C’ Certificate Holders:

Candidates who possess an NCC ‘C’ certificate will receive a beneficial relaxation. They will be granted a 5% relaxation in cut-off marks specifically for the shortlisting process for the Service Selection Board (SSB), providing them with an added advantage.

Physical and Medical Standards

Applicants must meet specific physical and medical criteria to be considered for this role.

Height and Weight:

The minimum acceptable height for male candidates is 157 CM, with their weight needing to be correlated appropriately with their height as per naval standards.

Eye Sight:

For vision, the minimum acceptable standard for distant vision is 6/12, 6/12. This vision must be correctable to 6/6 with the aid of glasses. Importantly, candidates should not be colour blind or night blind. Comprehensive medical examinations will be conducted to ensure these standards are met.

Remuneration and Application Process

Pay Scale:

Successful candidates will be compensated handsomely, falling under Pay Level-10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. This translates to a pay scale ranging from ₹56,100 to ₹177,500.

How to Apply:

Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria and are keen to join the Indian Navy are required to Apply Online. The prescribed application format will be exclusively available on the official Indian Navy Recruitment website. The application window is limited, running from 02/08/2025 to 17/08/2025. It is crucial for all interested applicants to submit their applications within this specified timeframe for the Indian Navy SSC Officer Information Technology entry of the Executive Branch January-2026 Entry.

Further Information and Application Submission

For a comprehensive understanding of the Indian Navy Information Technology entry under the Special Naval Orientation Course January-2026 Entry batch, including detailed guidelines, eligibility nuances, and the online application portal, candidates are strongly advised to visit the official Indian Navy Recruitment website: https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in. This portal is the sole source for all official information and the application submission process.