Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 : The Indian Navy has officially released an active recruitment notification in 2026 for candidates aspiring to join the Navy as Commissioned Officers. This article covers only the currently active Indian Navy recruitment, with accurate details, eligibility, and the confirmed last date.
Indian Navy Bharti 2026 – Active Notification Overview
| Recruitment | Status |
|---|---|
| SSC Officer (Jan 2027 Course) | ✅ ACTIVE |
📌 As of now, this is the only active Indian Navy recruitment notification in 2026.
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 (January 2027 Course)
The Indian Navy has released the Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer Recruitment Notification 2026 for the January 2027 Course. Selected candidates will be appointed as Sub-Lieutenants and trained at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala.
Important Dates (Official & Active)
- Application Start Date: 24 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 24 February 2026 ✅
- Training Commencement: January 2027
⚠️ Applications submitted after 24 February 2026 will not be accepted.
Vacancy Details
- Total Vacancies: Approx. 260 Posts
- Branches Available:
- Executive Branch
- Technical Branch
- Education Branch
- Logistics Branch
- Naval Air Operations / Pilot
(Branch-wise vacancy distribution is mentioned in the official notification.)
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
- Indian Citizen
Educational Qualification
- BE / B.Tech / Post-Graduation (branch-wise requirement)
- Minimum marks criteria as per branch rules
Age Limit
- Candidates must be born approximately between
02 January 2002 and 01 July 2007 - Exact age limits vary by branch
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Shortlisting of Applications
- SSB Interview (5 Days)
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
Salary & Rank
- Rank: Sub-Lieutenant
- Pay Level: Level 10
- Basic Pay: ₹56,100 per month
- Additional allowances as per Indian Navy rules
How to Apply for Indian Navy Bharti 2026
Follow these steps carefully:
- Visit https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number
- Complete your profile details
- Select SSC Officer Recruitment 2026
- Upload required documents
- Submit the application before 24 February 2026
- Download and save the application form
📌 Application Fee: No fee for any category
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card / Valid ID Proof
- Educational Certificates
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- NCC Certificate (if applicable)
Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official Indian Navy website
- Check eligibility before applying
- Do not wait until the last date
- Avoid fake websites or agents
↓↓ Direct Apply Link ↓↓
Indian Navy Bharti 2026 – Last Date
| Recruitment | Last Date |
|---|---|
| SSC Officer (Jan 2027 Course) | 24 February 2026 |
