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The Indian Navy has announced the Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer Recruitment 2026 inviting eligible candidates to apply for a total of 260 Officer vacancies across various branches. This recruitment drive is open for both men and women, and applications must be submitted online through the official portal.
📌 Job Summary
| Organization | Indian Navy |
|---|---|
| Notification | SSC Officer Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 260 |
| Job Type | Short Service Commission (SSC) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Category | Defence / Officer Jobs |
| Official Website | joinindiannavy.gov.in |
| Recruitment Authority | Indian Navy |
🧑🚀 Vacancy Details
| Branch/Entry | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Executive & Technical (Men) | As notified |
| Executive & Technical (Women) | As notified |
| Naval Constructor | As notified |
| Pilot & Observer | As notified |
| Total | 260 |
Detailed category-wise vacancies are available in the official notification.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
🧠 Educational Qualifications
| Branch | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Executive | Engineering degree in relevant discipline |
| Technical | Engineering degree with specified branch specialization |
| Pilot & Observer | Engineering qualification or equivalent as prescribed |
| Naval Constructor | Degree in Mechanical/Marine/Aeronautical Engineering |
Age Limit (As on Cut-Off Date):
- Minimum: 19 years
- Maximum: 25 years (relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per Government norms)
Exact age limits and eligibility conditions must be verified in the official notification.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Open | 26 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 December 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| Selection Process | As per Indian Navy schedule |
💼 Selection Procedure
The selection for SSC Officer posts in the Indian Navy includes the following stages:
- Online Application & Screening
- Computer-Based Examination (if applicable)
- Service Selection Board (SSB) Interview
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
Candidates qualifying in all phases will be considered for final appointment.
💰 Pay & Allowances
Selected candidates will be commissioned as Officers in the Indian Navy with pay and allowances as per the 7th Central Pay Commission and Indian Navy regulations, including:
- Base Pay
- Military Allowance
- Special Pay (as applicable)
- Dearness Allowance
Exact pay scale will depend on branch and rank at commissioning.
📝 Application Fee
| Category | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | Applicable |
| SC / ST / PWD / Women | As per notification |
| Payment Method | Online Only |
Application fees are subject to change and must be confirmed in the official notification.
🧾 How to Apply Online
Follow these steps to submit your application:
- Visit the official Indian Navy recruitment portal at joinindiannavy.gov.in
- Navigate to ’Career’ → ‘Current Opportunities’ → ‘SSC Officer Recruitment 2026’
- Register using your email ID and mobile number
- Fill in educational, personal, and qualifying details
- Upload required supporting documents and photo/signature
- Pay the prescribed application fee (if applicable)
- Review and submit the application form
- Download or print the confirmation for future reference
📌 Important Guidelines
✔ Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered
✔ Ensure all details are accurate before submission
✔ Keep scanned copies of your certificates ready
✔ Preserve your application reference number for tracking
🔗 Useful Links
- Official Notification & Detailed Eligibility – Available on the Indian Navy website
- Online Application Portal – joinindiannavy.gov.in
- SarkaarNaukri.com – For verified and updated job alerts
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