The Indian Navy has officially released the notification for grant of Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer – AT 27 Course (Jun 2027) commencing at the prestigious Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala. This is a golden opportunity for eligible unmarried men and women graduates across Engineering, Technology, Science, and Management disciplines to serve the nation as commissioned officers in the Indian Navy. If you have been dreaming of a career in the Indian Navy, this is your moment — read every detail carefully below.
Before diving into the details, here is a quick overview of the Indian Navy Short Service Commission Officer Recruitment 2027:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Indian Navy |
| Post Name | Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer |
| Course Name | AT 27 Course – Jun 2027 |
| Training Location | Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala |
| Total Vacancies | 277+ (Tentative) |
| Gender | Men and Women (Unmarried) |
| Qualification Required | BE/B.Tech / MBA / MSc / MCA / MA (as per branch) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 25 June 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 27 July 2026 |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting → SSB Interview → Medical Examination → Merit List |
| Commission Duration | 12 Years (extendable by 2 years) |
| Initial Rank on Joining | Sub Lieutenant |
| Starting Salary (Gross) | ₹1,20,000/- per month (approx.) + Allowances |
| Official Website | www.joinindiannavy.gov.in |
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⚓ Executive Branch Vacancies
| # | Branch / Cadre | Vacancies | Gender | Age (Born Between) | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Executive Branch GS(X) / Hydro Cadre | 90 (incl. 10 Hydro) | Men & Women (max 10 women in GS(X), 02 women in Hydro) | 02 Jul 2002 – 01 Jan 2008 | BE/B.Tech (any discipline, min 60%) |
| 2 | Pilot | 25 | Men & Women (max 03 women) | 02 Jul 2003 – 01 Jul 2008 | BE/B.Tech (any discipline, min 60%); 60% in Class X & XII; 60% in English in X or XII |
| 3 | Naval Air Operations Officer (Observers / NAOO) | 18 | Men & Women (max 03 women) | 02 Jul 2003 – 01 Jul 2008 | BE/B.Tech (any discipline, min 60%) |
| 4 | Air Traffic Controller (ATC) | 15 | Men & Women | 02 Jul 2002 – 01 Jul 2006 | BE/B.Tech (any discipline, min 60%) |
| 5 | Logistics | 10 | Men & Women (max 02 women) | 02 Jul 2002 – 01 Jan 2008 | BE/B.Tech (First Class) OR MBA (First Class) OR B.Sc/B.Com/B.Sc(IT) with PG Diploma in Finance/Logistics/SCM/Material Mgmt (First Class) OR MCA/M.Sc(IT) (First Class) |
| 6 | Naval Armament Inspectorate Cadre (NAIC) | 14 | Men & Women | 02 Jul 2002 – 01 Jan 2008 | BE/B.Tech (min 60%) in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Aeronautical, CS, IT, Chemical, Metallurgy, Production, Instrumentation etc. OR PG degree in Electronics/Physics. (60% in X & XII and in English) |
📚 Education Branch Vacancies
| # | Sub-Entry | Vacancies | Gender | Age (Born Between) | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.1 | MSc/MA – Maths / Operational Research (with Physics in BSc) | 05 | Men & Women | 02 Jul 2002 – 01 Jul 2006 | Min 60% marks |
| 7.2 | MSc/MA – Physics / Applied Physics / Meteorology / Oceanography / Atmospheric Sciences | Min 60% marks (with Maths in BSc) | |||
| 7.3 | MA History | Min 55% marks | |||
| 7.4 & 7.5 | BE/B.Tech – Mechanical/Production OR Electrical/Electronics & Communication/Instrumentation | 08 | Men & Women | 02 Jul 2002 – 01 Jul 2006 | Min 60% marks |
| 7.6 | ME/M.Tech – Electronics & Communication / Controls / Radar / DSP / VLSI / Power / Wireless / Laser etc. | Min 60% marks | |||
| 7.7 | ME/M.Tech – Thermal / Production / Machine Design / Manufacturing / Mechatronics / Meteorology / Oceanography | Men & Women | 02 Jul 2000 – 01 Jul 2006 | Min 60% marks (with Physics & Maths at graduation) |
⚠️ Note for Education Branch: Candidates must have scored minimum 60% in Class X and XII and minimum 60% in English in Class X or XII.
⚙️ Technical Branch Vacancies
| # | Branch / Cadre | Vacancies | Gender | Age (Born Between) | Qualification / Streams |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Engineering Branch – General Service (GS) | 24 | Men & Women (max 04 women) | 02 Jul 2002 – 01 Jan 2008 | BE/B.Tech (min 60%): Marine, Instrumentation, Production, Industrial, Control, Aero Space, Automobiles, Aeronautical, Metallurgy, Mechatronics, Mechanical, etc. |
| 9 | Submarine Tech – Engineering | 08 | Only Men | Same as Ser 8 | Same as Ser 8 |
| 10 | Electrical Branch – General Service (GS) | 32 | Men & Women (max 05 women) | 02 Jul 2002 – 01 Jan 2008 | BE/B.Tech (min 60%): Electrical, Electronics, Tele Communication, Applied Electronics, Power Electronics, Power Engineering, Instrumentation & Control, AEC, etc. |
| 11 | Submarine Tech – Electrical | 08 | Only Men | Same as Ser 10 | Same as Ser 10 |
| 12 | Naval Constructor | 18 | Men & Women | 02 Jul 2002 – 01 Jan 2008 | BE/B.Tech (min 60%): Mechanical, Civil, Aeronautical, Aero Space, Metallurgy, Marine Engineering, Ship Building, Ship Technology, Ship Design, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering |
📊 Total Vacancy Summary
| Branch | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Executive Branch (All Cadres) | 172 |
| Education Branch | 13 |
| Technical Branch (Engineering + Electrical + Submarine + Naval Constructor) | 90 |
| Grand Total (Approx.) | 275+ |
✅ Note: Vacancies are tentative and may change depending on the availability of training slots. Multiple applications by any single candidate will lead to cancellation of candidature.
The age limit for Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2027 varies by branch and cadre. Candidates must be unmarried and born within the specified date range. Refer to the table below:
| Branch / Cadre | Date of Birth (From) | Date of Birth (To) |
|---|---|---|
| Executive (GS/Hydro), Logistics, NAIC, Engg. (GS), Submarine Engg., Electrical (GS), Submarine Electrical, Naval Constructor | 02 July 2002 | 01 January 2008 |
| Pilot, NAOO (Observers) | 02 July 2003 | 01 July 2008 |
| Air Traffic Controller (ATC) | 02 July 2002 | 01 July 2006 |
| Education Branch (MSc/MA entries) | 02 July 2002 | 01 July 2006 |
| Education Branch (ME/M.Tech entry 7.7) | 02 July 2000 | 01 July 2006 |
| Merchant Navy (Executive & Technical Entries) | 02 July 1997 | 01 January 2008 |
| CPL Holders (Pilot Entry) | 02 July 2002 | 01 July 2008 |
Important: Only unmarried candidates are eligible. Any candidate who marries during training will be discharged from service and liable to refund all pay, allowances, and training costs.
The educational qualifications required for Indian Navy SSC AT 27 Course differ by branch. Here is a consolidated summary:
- Executive Branch (GS/Hydro, Pilot, NAOO, ATC): BE / B.Tech in any discipline with a minimum of 60% marks. For Pilot and NAOO entries, candidates must additionally have 60% aggregate in Class X & XII and 60% in English in Class X or XII.
- Logistics: BE/B.Tech (First Class) OR MBA (First Class) OR B.Sc/B.Com/B.Sc.(IT) with PG Diploma in Finance/Logistics/Supply Chain/Material Management (First Class) OR MCA/M.Sc(IT) (First Class).
- NAIC: BE/B.Tech (min 60%) in specified engineering streams OR PG degree in Electronics/Physics. Must have 60% in Class X & XII and in English.
- Education Branch: MSc/MA (min 60%) in Maths/Physics/Atmospheric Sciences etc., or ME/M.Tech (min 60%), or MA History (min 55%), or BE/B.Tech (min 60%). Must have 60% in Class X, XII, and in English.
- Engineering Branch (Technical): BE/B.Tech (min 60%) in Marine, Production, Industrial, Aerospace, Mechanical, Mechatronics, and related streams.
- Electrical Branch (Technical): BE/B.Tech (min 60%) in Electrical, Electronics, Tele Communication, Power, Applied Electronics, Instrumentation streams.
- Naval Constructor: BE/B.Tech (min 60%) in Mechanical, Civil, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ship Building/Technology/Design, Ocean Engineering, Aerospace etc.
⚠️ Final Year Students: Candidates currently in the final year of their qualifying degree may also apply, but must fulfil the educational qualification before joining INA, Ezhimala by June 2027. Candidates with any pending backlog will be denied entry to SSB.
The Indian Navy has made special provisions for certain categories of candidates under the AT 27 Course:
| Category | Eligibility | Age Range | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merchant Navy – Foreign Going Officers | GOI Certificate of Competency as Second Mate / Mate / Master (Ministry of Shipping & Transport) | 02 Jul 1997 – 01 Jan 2008 | Executive Branch – GS(X) |
| Merchant Navy – 1st Class Engineer | GOI Certificate of Competency as 1st Class Engineer (Ministry of Shipping & Transport) | 02 Jul 1997 – 01 Jan 2008 | Technical Branch – SSC Engineering |
| CPL Holders | Valid Commercial Pilot License (CPL) issued by DGCA (India) | 02 Jul 2002 – 01 Jul 2008 | Pilot Entry |
| NCC ‘C’ Certificate Holders | NCC ‘C’ Certificate of Naval/Army/Air Wing with min ‘B’ Grade; ≥2 academic years in Senior Division; certificate not dated before 01 Jul 2024 | As per applicable branch | 5% relaxation in cut-off marks for SSB shortlisting |
The official notification does not mention any application fee for the Indian Navy SSC AT 27 Course 2027. Candidates are advised to visit the official website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in to confirm the latest fee information before submitting the application. Typically, Indian Navy SSC entries are free of cost for all candidates.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories (General / OBC / SC / ST / EWS) | Nil (No Fee) |
The Indian Navy SSC AT 27 Course selection process is a multi-stage procedure designed to test the academic calibre, mental strength, leadership ability, and physical fitness of the candidates. Here is how the selection works:
Applications will be shortlisted based on normalised marks obtained in the qualifying degree. For BE/B.Tech, marks up to the 5th Semester will be considered. For PG degrees (MSc/MBA/MCA/M.Tech), all semester marks will be used; final-year candidates are assessed on pre-final year performance. The normalisation formula is available on the official website.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for the SSB Interview at designated SSB centres. The interview tests intelligence, personality, leadership, group dynamics, and officer-like qualities. Candidates will be informed via email or SMS. AC 3-tier rail fare is admissible for the first time appearance at SSB. Change of SSB centre is not permissible under any circumstances.
For the Pilot branch, a specific number of candidates will also undergo the CPSS (Computer Pilot Selection System) and Aviation Medical Examination. Candidates must verify physical standards (height, leg length, etc.) before applying for this entry.
SSB-recommended candidates will undergo a Medical Examination as per their entry type. Candidates declared medically fit for CDSE Jul 27 course will be considered fit for all SSC branches (except Pilot/NAOO). Change of medical hospital/centre is not permitted.
The final Merit List will be prepared based on SSB marks, subject to availability of vacancies and medical clearance. Mere inclusion in the merit list does not guarantee appointment. All vacancies are filled as per service requirements and statutory guidelines.
One of the most attractive aspects of joining the Indian Navy as an SSC Officer is the excellent pay package, allowances, and other service benefits. Here is a detailed breakdown:
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Initial Rank on Joining | Sub Lieutenant |
| Gross Starting Salary | ₹1,20,000/- per month (approximately) |
| Pilot / NAOO / Submarine Allowance | ₹31,250/- per month (post successful completion of training) |
| Commission Duration | 12 years (extendable by max 2 years) |
| Group Insurance | Naval Group Insurance Scheme (NGIS) – compulsory membership; cover during service and post-retirement |
| Gratuity & Leave | As per Indian Navy regulations (details on official website) |
| Probation Period | 2 years from the date of grant of rank of Sub Lieutenant |
| Other Allowances | HRA, DA, Transport Allowance, and other applicable allowances as per 7th Pay Commission norms |
✅ In addition to salary, Navy Officers enjoy government-provided accommodation, medical facilities for self and family, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Canteen facilities, and an opportunity for Permanent Commission (PC) based on performance and service requirement.
The application process for the Indian Navy SSC Officer 2027 (AT 27 Course) is completely online. Follow these steps carefully to submit a successful application:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to www.joinindiannavy.gov.in
- Register / Login: Create a new account or log in with existing credentials on the portal.
- Fill in Personal Details: Enter all personal particulars exactly as given in the Matriculation Certificate. Email and mobile number are mandatory.
- Select Branch / Cadre Preference: Carefully select your preferred branch/cadre. You will only be considered for branches/cadres you select. Indicate preference for multiple branches if applicable.
- Upload Required Documents: Scan and upload the following documents in JPG/TIFF format:
- Marks sheets (up to 5th & 7th semester for regular/integrated BE/B.Tech; all semesters for other degrees)
- Date of Birth proof (as per Class 10 and 12 certificate)
- CGPA Conversion Formula (for BE/B.Tech with CGPA grading)
- Merchant Navy Certificate (if applicable)
- NCC ‘C’ Certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport-size colour photograph
- Review & Submit: Thoroughly review all entries before final submission. The application once submitted is final — no amendments will be entertained.
- Take a Printout: Print the submitted application and carry it to the SSB interview centre.
⚠️ Important Warnings:
- Do NOT submit multiple applications — it leads to cancellation of candidature.
- Ensure all scanned documents are clearly legible. Illegible documents will result in rejection.
- Do not change your email ID or mobile number until the selection process is complete.
- Use of narcotics is strictly banned and candidates may be tested at any stage.
- False declarations at any stage will lead to immediate cancellation.
Selected candidates will be inducted at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala — one of the finest naval academies in Asia. Here are key training-related points:
- Candidates will be inducted in the rank of Sub Lieutenant, subject to clearing the induction medical examination at INA, Ezhimala upon reporting.
- Only unmarried candidates are eligible for training. Marriage during training leads to immediate discharge and refund of all costs.
- If an officer voluntarily withdraws from initial training or resigns during the probationary period, they must refund the full cost of training plus all pay and allowances received.
- The Probation Period is 2 years from the date of grant of rank of Sub Lieutenant.
- Officers may be discharged during probation for unsatisfactory performance at any stage.
🚀 Submarine Arm & RPA (Remotely Piloted Aircraft) Specialisation
The Indian Navy AT 27 Course also opens up specialised career paths for motivated officers:
| Specialisation | Who Can Apply | Key Condition | Additional Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Submarine Arm | Male candidates shortlisted for GS(X) | Must volunteer during online application; subject to submarine medical fitness, vacancies & service requirements | Submarine Allowance of ₹31,250/- p.m. post training |
| RPA (Remotely Piloted Aircraft) Specialisation | Candidates selected under GS(X) | Must volunteer during online application; appointment after completion of INA training, subject to medical fitness, vacancies & service requirements | Cutting-edge aviation technology career path |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 25 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 27 July 2026 |
| SSB Interview Notification (via email/SMS) | To be intimated by Indian Navy HQ |
| SSB Interview | To be announced |
| Submission of final degree result to Navy | Before 20 June 2027 (email: officer@navy.gov.in) |
| Course Commencement | June 2027 at INA Ezhimala |
Candidates must keep the following documents ready in scanned JPG/TIFF format before filling the online application:
| # | Document | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mark sheets up to 5th and 7th semester (BE/B.Tech regular/integrated) | Academic qualification proof for shortlisting |
| 2 | All semester mark sheets (for PG/other degree courses) | Academic qualification proof for shortlisting |
| 3 | Class X and XII Certificates (Date of Birth Proof) | Age verification |
| 4 | CGPA Conversion Formula (for CGPA-graded BE/B.Tech) | Percentage conversion for shortlisting |
| 5 | Merchant Navy Certificate (GOI, Ministry of Shipping & Transport) | For Merchant Navy category candidates only |
| 6 | NCC ‘C’ Certificate (issued by National Cadet Corps) | For NCC candidates seeking 5% marks relaxation |
| 7 | Passport-size colour photograph (recent) | Identity and application form |
| 8 | Bank Passbook first page / Cheque leaf (IFSC, A/C details) | For AC 3-tier rail fare reimbursement at SSB |
The Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2027 (AT 27 Course) is one of the most prestigious career opportunities for young, ambitious graduates in India. With 275+ vacancies across Executive, Technical, and Education branches, this recruitment opens doors to a rewarding career that combines honour, adventure, excellent pay, and service to the nation.
Whether you’re an Engineering graduate dreaming of flying Navy jets as a Pilot, a Naval Architect eager to design warships, or a Science postgraduate aspiring to teach at the Naval Academy — there is a branch for every eligible candidate. The application process is straightforward and completely online.
Do not miss this golden chance. Apply online at www.joinindiannavy.gov.in before 27 July 2026 and take your first step toward serving the Indian Nation in uniform!
