Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment June 2027: Apply Online for 275 Posts

📌 Quick Job Overview

• Organization: Indian Navy (Nausena Bharti)

• Position Name: Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer (Various Entries – June 2027 Course)

• Total Openings: 275 Positions

• Application Window: 25 June 2026 to 03 August 2026 (Extended)

• Job Location: Across India / Assigned Naval Bases / High Seas Deployment

• Official Portal: joinindiannavy.gov.in

📅 Critical Timelines & Dates

• Notification Release Date: June 2026

• Online Registration Commences: 25 June 2026

• Last Date to Apply Online (Extended): 03 August 2026

• SSB Interview Dates: To be notified via email/SMS (Tentatively late 2026)

• Merit List Release: Early 2027

• Commencement of Course: June 2027

📊 Category-Wise Vacancy Breakup

🛡️ Eligibility Benchmarks (Age & Academic Criteria)

1. Born Window / Age Criteria

• Permissible DOB Window: Candidates born between 02 July 2002 and 01 July 2008 (both dates inclusive).

• Age Relaxation Rules: As per Indian Navy guidelines for specific categories and prior defense personnel (refer to detailed PDF notification for specific branch-level relaxations).

2. Minimum Academic Requirements

• Executive & Technical Branches: B.E. / B.Tech in relevant disciplines from a recognized University/Institute with a minimum specified aggregate percentage (typically 60% or equivalent).

• Education Branch: M.Sc. / M.Tech / M.A. in relevant subjects (Physics, Maths, English, Computer Science) or B.E./B.Tech with minimum 60% marks.

• Final Year Students: Candidates in their final year of qualifying degree may also apply provided they meet aggregate percentage cut-offs up to the pre-final semester and can present proof of passing prior to course commencement.

💸 Salary Structure, Perks & Career Path

• Rank on Commissioning: Sub Lieutenant (SLT)

• Initial Pay Level: Level 10 of 7th CPC (Basic Pay starting at ₹56,100/-)

• Military Service Pay (MSP): ₹15,500/- per month

• Estimated Monthly CTC: Approx. ₹1,10,000/- to ₹1,35,000/- per month (inclusive of Basic Pay, MSP, DA, and standard allowances).

• Added Perks: Free medical facilities for self & dependents, subsidized Canteen (CSD) facilities, furnished government accommodation/HRA, group insurance coverage, passage concessions, and sports/club access.

• Tenure of Engagement: Short Service Commission (SSC) is initially granted for 10 years, extendable by maximum 4 years (in two tenures of 2 years each), subject to service requirements, performance, and willingness.

🎯 Detailed Selection Architecture

The selection process for Indian Navy SSC Officers involves a multi-stage screening designed to test technical competence, leadership potential, and physical/mental fitness:

Phase I: Shortlisting of Applications

• Candidates are shortlisted for SSB interviews based on normalized marks obtained in the qualifying degree (B.E./B.Tech/Post Graduation) or valid GATE scores (where applicable).

Phase II: SSB Interview (Service Selection Board)

• Stage I Testing: Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) tests, Picture Perception & Description Test (PP&DT). Candidates who qualify Stage I move to Stage II.

• Stage II Testing: Psychological Testing, Group Testing Officers (GTO) Tasks, Personal Interview, and Conference spread over 4–5 days.

Phase III: Medical Examination

• Candidates recommended by the SSB undergo a thorough medical board examination at designated Service Hospitals.

Phase IV: Final Merit List

• Final selection is based solely on SSB marks, subject to medical fitness and availability of vacancies in the respective branch.

💳 Application Fee Details

• All Candidates (General / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / Women): ₹0/- (No Application Fee)

• The Indian Navy does not charge any fee for processing online applications for SSC entries.

📝 Step-by-Step Online Application Guide

1. Visit Official Website: Go to joinindiannavy.gov.in.

2. Registration / Login: Click on “Register” using your active Email ID and Mobile Number if you are a new user, or log in if you already have an account.

3. Profile Completion: Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, and upload required supporting documents (Mark sheets, Degree Certificates, ID proof).

4. Apply for Specific Entry: Navigate to “Current Opportunities” and select “SSC Officer June 2027 Entry”.

5. Review Application: Cross-check every single detail entered (Name, Date of Birth, Marks percentage) with your official matriculation certificate and degree documents.

6. Submit & Print: Submit your application and save/print the final acknowledgment form for future reference.

📸 Document Scanning Specifications:

• Passport Photo: Recent passport-size photograph with blue background (JPEG format, size between 20 KB to 50 KB).

• Signature: Clear signature on white paper using black or blue ink (JPEG format, size between 10 KB to 20 KB).

• Educational Documents: Single PDF incorporating 10th Certificate, 12th Marksheet, and all Semester Marksheets/Provisional Degree (Max file size 1 MB).

❌ Crucial Disqualification & Governance Rules

• Incomplete Applications: Applications with blurred documents, incorrect marks, or missing semester transcripts will be rejected without prior notice.

• Dual Applications: Submitting multiple applications for the same branch may lead to cancellation of candidature.

• Tattoo Policy: Permanent body tattoos are permitted only on inner face of forearms. Tattoos on any other part of the body or visible parts during standard uniform wear are strictly prohibited.

• Marital Status: Unmarried status is mandatory at the time of joining training at INA Ezhimala.