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Indian Navy SSC IT Officer Recruitment 2026 – 15 Posts | Sub-Lieutenant | Jan 2027 Course

Indian Navy — Ministry of Defence, Government of India
📋 15 Vacancies 💰 Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix 👁️ 39 views
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📅 Important Dates

Application Start Date 16 May 2026
Application End Date 01 Jun 2026
Exam Date —

📋 Vacancy & Pay Details

Total Vacancies 15
Category-wise Vacancies
BranchCommission TypeCourseGenderVacancies
Executive – Information Technology (IT)Short Service Commission (SSC)Jan 27 Course (Joining: Jan 2027)Men & Women (Unmarried)15
Total Vacancies15

* Vacancies are tentative and subject to revision based on available training slots at Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala. Only unmarried candidates are eligible to apply.
Pay Scale Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Pay Grade / Level ₹56,100/month Basic Pay + MSP ₹15,500 + DA, HRA, Transport Allowance & Naval allowances
Location —
Department Indian Navy
Ministry Ministry of Defence, Government of India

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

To be eligible for Indian Navy SSC IT Officer Recruitment 2026, candidates must satisfy all of the following educational requirements:

  • Qualifying Degree (any one): BE / B.Tech / M.Tech / M.Sc / MCA in Computer Science, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Data Analytics, Software Engineering, or any closely related technical discipline from an AICTE-approved or UGC-recognised institution.
  • Minimum Aggregate Marks: 60% overall marks in the qualifying degree (or equivalent CGPA).
  • English Proficiency: Minimum 60% marks in English in Class X or Class XII as recorded on the respective board's marksheet.
  • Marital Status: Only unmarried candidates (male and female) are eligible to apply for this commission.
  • Final Year Applicants: Students in the final semester/year of the qualifying degree may apply, but must submit the final marksheet and degree certificate at the time of joining if selected.
Age Limit 18 – 25 years
Age Relaxation
  • Date of Birth Eligibility: Candidates must be born between 01 January 2002 and 01 July 2007 (both dates inclusive). This corresponds to the Jan 27 Course commencing in January 2027.
  • NCC 'C' Certificate Holders: Candidates holding a valid NCC 'C' Certificate (Naval Wing, Army Wing, or Air Wing) with a minimum 'B' Grade are entitled to a 5% relaxation in the SSB shortlisting cut-off marks. The certificate must have been obtained post-Class XII examination.
  • No age relaxation is available for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, or PwBD candidates for this Short Service Commission.
Nationality Indian (Unmarried)

🏆 Selection Process

Indian Navy SSC IT Officer selection has no written examination. The process is purely merit-based and personality-driven:

  1. SSB Shortlisting: All applicants are ranked based on normalised marks in their qualifying technical degree. Shortlisted candidates are informed via registered email and SMS and can download their SSB call letter from the official portal.
  2. SSB Interview – 5 Days: The Services Selection Board (SSB) conducts a comprehensive 5-day assessment at designated SSB centres across India. It evaluates Officer Like Qualities (OLQs) through: Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) Test, Picture Perception & Description Test (PPDT) on Day 1 (screening stage); Psychological Tests (TAT, WAT, SRT, Self Description), Group Testing Officer (GTO) tasks (Group Discussion, PGT, HGT, Command Task, Lecturette, IO), and Personal Interview with Interviewing Officer across Days 2–4; and Final Conference on Day 5.
  3. Medical Examination: SSB-recommended candidates undergo a thorough medical examination at a military hospital as per naval medical standards. No relaxation is granted on any medical parameter.
  4. Final Merit List: Based on SSB scores and medical fitness. Selected candidates receive appointment letters for training at INA, Ezhimala, Kerala.

📝 How to Apply

The application process for Indian Navy SSC IT Officer Recruitment 2026 is entirely online. The application window is 16 May to 01 June 2026. There is no application fee.

  1. Visit Official Website: Open joinindiannavy.gov.in.
  2. Locate the Advertisement: Go to the Officers section and click the SSC Executive (IT) Jan 27 Course 2026 advertisement link.
  3. Register: New users must register with a valid personal email ID and mobile number. Use these throughout the process — all SSB call letters and communications are sent here exclusively.
  4. Fill Application Form: Enter personal details strictly as per Matriculation certificate. Fill educational qualification details, marks, NCC information (if applicable), and marital status carefully.
  5. Upload Documents: Upload a recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature in the specified format and size.
  6. Review and Submit: Double-check all entries before final submission — no corrections are permitted after submission.
  7. Save Confirmation: Download and print the submitted form. Note your application number for SSB call letter download and future tracking.

📁 Required Documents

  • Class 10th (Matriculation) Certificate and Mark Sheet
  • Class 12th Certificate and Mark Sheet (to verify ≥ 60% in English)
  • Final Degree Certificate — BE / B.Tech / M.Tech / M.Sc / MCA (≥ 60% aggregate)
  • All semester / year-wise mark sheets of qualifying degree
  • NCC 'C' Certificate with Grade Sheet (Naval / Army / Air Wing, minimum 'B' Grade) — if applicable
  • Valid government-issued Photo ID (Aadhaar / Passport / Voter ID / Driving Licence)
  • Recent passport-size photograph (light background, clearly visible face)
  • Scanned signature on white paper in black ink
  • SC / ST Caste Certificate in Central Government format — if any relaxation is claimed

📊 Exam Pattern

There is no written examination for this recruitment. Shortlisting is based on normalised degree marks, followed by a 5-day SSB Interview. Here is the complete SSB assessment structure:

SSB DayTest / ActivityPurposeQualifying
Day 1 – ScreeningOfficer Intelligence Rating (OIR) Test + Picture Perception & Description Test (PPDT)Initial shortlisting — only screened-in candidates continueYes
Day 2 – Psychology TestsThematic Apperception Test (TAT), Word Association Test (WAT), Situation Reaction Test (SRT), Self Description Test (SD)In-depth psychological personality profilingNo
Days 3–4 – GTO TasksGroup Discussion, Group Planning Exercise, PGT, HGT, Individual Obstacles, Command Task, Lecturette, Final Group TaskLeadership, teamwork, decision-making assessmentNo
Days 2–4 – Personal InterviewOne-on-one interview with Interviewing Officer (IO)Background, motivation, GK & personality evaluationNo
Day 5 – Final ConferenceJoint board conference by Psychologist, GTO & IOFinal recommendation (Recommended / Not Recommended)Final
Post-SSB – MedicalComprehensive medical examination at military hospitalNaval medical fitness verificationMandatory

Final merit is based exclusively on SSB scores. Shortlisting for SSB is based on normalised marks in qualifying degree.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Indian Navy SSC IT Officer Recruitment 2026 is an official notification for Short Service Commission (SSC) in the Executive (Information Technology) branch of the Indian Navy. A total of 15 vacancies are announced for the Jan 27 Course, with training at Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala starting January 2027. Selected candidates are commissioned as Sub-Lieutenants in the Indian Navy.

There are 15 vacancies in Indian Navy SSC IT Officer Recruitment 2026 for the Jan 27 Course. These posts are open to both unmarried male and female candidates holding the required technical qualification in CS, IT, AI, Cyber Security, Data Analytics, or related disciplines with minimum 60% marks.

Candidates must be born between 01 January 2002 and 01 July 2007 (both dates inclusive). No age relaxation is available for SC, ST, OBC, or EWS categories. NCC C Certificate holders with minimum B Grade receive a 5% relaxation in SSB shortlisting cut-off marks — not in age.

Candidates must hold a BE, B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc, or MCA in Computer Science, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Data Analytics, or a closely related technical field with minimum 60% aggregate marks. Additionally, at least 60% marks in English in Class X or XII is mandatory.

On commissioning as Sub-Lieutenant, the officer earns a basic pay of ₹56,100 per month under Level-10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, plus Military Service Pay (MSP) of ₹15,500 per month. Other allowances such as DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, and naval-specific allowances are also applicable, making total monthly compensation approximately ₹80,000 to ₹1.2 lakh or more depending on posting location and applicable allowances.

No, there is no application fee for Indian Navy SSC IT Officer Recruitment 2026. The online application through joinindiannavy.gov.in is completely free for all candidates regardless of category.

The selection has three stages: (1) Shortlisting based on normalised marks in the qualifying degree — shortlisted candidates get SSB call letters via email/SMS; (2) SSB Interview — a 5-day assessment covering OIR test, psychological tests, GTO tasks, and personal interview at an SSB centre; (3) Medical Examination as per naval standards. Final selection is based on SSB scores and medical fitness.

The last date to apply online for Indian Navy SSC IT Officer Recruitment 2026 is 01 June 2026. Applications open on 16 May 2026. Candidates must apply through the official portal at joinindiannavy.gov.in before the deadline.

NCC C Certificate holders (Naval Wing, Army Wing, or Air Wing) with a minimum B Grade are eligible for a 5% relaxation in the SSB shortlisting cut-off marks. This means they may get shortlisted even if their normalised degree marks fall slightly below the general cut-off. The certificate must be post-Class XII and issued by a recognised NCC authority.

Selected candidates for Indian Navy SSC IT Officer Jan 27 Course will undergo basic officer training at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala. After commissioning, officers are posted to naval establishments, ships, and units across India as per service requirements.

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Post Name
Indian Navy SSC IT Officer Recruitment 2026 – 15 Posts | Sub-Lieutenant | Jan 2027 Course
Vacancies
15
Last Date
01 Jun 2026
Pay Scale
Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Category
Defence
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