Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment: 270 Vacancies for January 2026 Course

The Indian Navy is accepting online applications from unmarried male and female candidates for Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer positions. This recruitment drive aims to fill 270 vacancies across various disciplines for the course commencing in January 2026 at the Indian Naval Academy (INA) Ezhimala, Kerala. These are Group-A SSC Officer roles at Indian Navy stations (ST-26).

Vacancy Breakdown for the January 2026 Indian Navy SSC Officer Course:

Executive Branch:
- General Service [GS(X)]/Hydro Cadre: 60 vacancies
- Air Traffic Controller (ATC): 18 vacancies
- Naval Air Operations Officer (NAOO) (Observers): 22 vacancies
- Pilot: 26 vacancies
- Logistics: 28 vacancies¹
Education Branch:
- Education: 15 vacancies across various subjects/disciplines
Technical Branch:
- Engineering Branch [General Service (GS)]: 38 vacancies in diverse engineering fields
- Electrical Branch [General Service (GS)]: 45 vacancies in diverse engineering fields
- Naval Constructor Branch [General Service (GS)]: 18 vacancies in diverse engineering fields

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

Physical Standards:
- Height and Weight: Minimum height for males is 157 cm, with weight proportionate to height.
- Eyesight: The minimum acceptable distant vision standard is 6/12 in both eyes, correctable to 6/6 with glasses. Candidates should not have color blindness or night blindness.
Pay Scale: Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix, with a salary ranging from ₹56100 to ₹110700, along with Military Service Pay (MSP) and other applicable allowances.
NCC ‘C’ Certificate: Candidates holding an NCC ‘C’ certificate will receive a 5% relaxation in the cut-off marks used for shortlisting candidates for the Service Selection Board (SSB) interview.

Application Process for the January 2026 Navy SSC Officer Course:

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the prescribed format available on the Indian Navy Recruitment website. The application window will be open from February 8, 2025, to February 25, 2025. Applications will only be accepted through the online portal during this period.

Where to Find Detailed Information and Apply:

For comprehensive details regarding the Indian Navy SSC Officers Recruitment for the January 2026 entry, and to submit your online application, please visit the official Indian Navy recruitment website: https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in