The Indian Navy has released the official SSC Officer Recruitment 2025 Notification to fill 260 Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer vacancies for the June 2026 course at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala. This is a great opportunity for young, motivated graduates and postgraduates to serve the nation by joining the elite naval forces of India.
Post Detail
Recruiting Organization: Indian Navy
Post Name: SSC Officer (Short Service Commission)
Total Vacancies: 260 Posts
Branch-wise Vacancies:
General Service (GS(X))/Hydro Cadre
Air Traffic Controller (ATC)
Naval Air Operations Officer (NAOO)
Pilot
Logistics
Education
Engineering Branch
Electrical Branch
Naval Constructor
Course: Indian Navy SSC Entry – June 2026 (AT 24)
Qualification
Educational qualifications vary based on the branch applied for. General guidelines include:
BE/B.Tech in relevant disciplines for Technical, Executive, and Naval Constructor branches.
M.Sc / B.Sc / MBA / MCA / B.Com for Logistics and Education branches.
Minimum 60% marks in the qualifying degree from a recognized university/institute.
Candidates must have studied Physics and Maths at 10+2 level (for most branches).
Refer to the official notification for branch-wise detailed qualification.
Salary
Pay Level: Level 10 of Defence Pay Matrix
Basic Pay: ₹56,100/- per month
Additional Allowances: MSP, flying pay, submarine pay, technical pay, uniform allowance, HRA, and other benefits as per defence norms.
Gross salary can range between ₹80,000 – ₹1,20,000 per month depending on branch and location.
Age Limit
Age Criteria: Varies by branch
Typically, candidates must be born between 02 July 2000 and 01 January 2005 (both dates inclusive).
Ensure age requirements match the specific branch you’re applying for.
Application Fee
Application Fee: No Application Fee
Application is completely free for all categories.
Selection Process
The Indian Navy SSC Officer selection process includes:
Shortlisting of applications based on academic performance (normalized marks).
SSB Interview (Service Selection Board) – 5-day interview at Bangalore, Bhopal, Kolkata, or Visakhapatnam.
Medical Examination for selected candidates.
Final Merit List will be prepared based on SSB scores and medical fitness.
No written exam will be conducted. Selection is based on SSB and academics.
Important Dates
Notification Release Date: August 2025
Online Application Start Date: 7th August 2025
Last Date to Apply: 1st September 2025
SSB Interview Schedule: From October 2025 onwards
Course Commencement: June 2026 at INA, Ezhimala, Kerala
Important Links
How To Apply for Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2025
Follow the steps below to apply:
Visit the Indian Navy’s official portal – https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in
Click on “Officer Entry – Apply Online”
Register using your email ID and mobile number
Fill in the application form with all personal, educational, and branch preference details
Upload scanned copies of your photograph and documents
Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
Conclusion
The Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2025 offers an incredible opportunity to join one of the most prestigious defence forces of the country. With 260 vacancies across multiple technical and executive branches, candidates with the right qualifications and passion to serve should not miss this chance. Apply now and prepare for the SSB interview process!