Indian Navy invites online applications for 44 Permanent Commissioned Officer posts under the 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme 2026. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with 70% in PCM and appeared in JEE (Main) 2025. The selection includes shortlisting by JEE rank, SSB interview, medical exam, and merit list preparation. Training is a 4-year B.Tech course at Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala. Pay scale is Level 10 with salary approx ₹85,000-₹95,000. Applications close on 19-01-2026.
Vacancy Details
- Permanent Commissioned Officer (Executive & Technical Branch) – 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme: 44 vacancies
Qualification: Passed Senior Secondary Examination (10+2 pattern) or equivalent with 70% in PCM and appeared in JEE (Main) 2025
Qualification Requirements
Passed Senior Secondary Examination (10+2 pattern) or equivalent from a recognised board with at least 70% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, and minimum 50% marks in English (either in Class X or Class XII). Candidates must have appeared in JEE (Main) – 2025.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 16 years
- Maximum Age: 19 years
Selection Process
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted for the SSB interview based on the JEE (Main) 2025 All India Common Rank List.
- SSB Interview: Shortlisted candidates will attend the Service Selection Board interview at Bangalore, Bhopal, Kolkata, and Visakhapatnam from March 2026 onwards.
- Medical Examination: Candidates recommended by the SSB will undergo a medical examination as per Indian Navy standards.
- Final Merit List: A merit list will be prepared based on SSB marks; medically fit candidates will be appointed subject to police and character verification.
How to Apply
- Register on the official Indian Navy recruitment portal with valid email and mobile
- Login and fill personal details as per certificates
- Enter educational qualifications and JEE (Main) 2025 CRL rank
- Upload required documents in JPG or TIFF format
- Review and submit application before 19-01-2026
- Keep a copy of the application for reference
- No need to send printed application now
- Carry printed application and original documents for SSB interview if shortlisted
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Important Dates
- Last date to apply: 19-01-2026
- SSB interviews start: 01-03-2026
- Course commencement: 01-07-2026





