The Indian Navy has released an official notification for Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer Recruitment 2026 in the Executive Branch (Information Technology). A total of 15 vacancies have been announced.
This is a great opportunity for engineering and IT graduates to join the Indian Navy as officers and serve the nation.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have any of the following qualifications:
| Option | Eligible Streams / Qualifications |
|---|---|
| Option 1 (Engineering / PG Degree) | MSc / BE / B.Tech / M.Tech in Computer Science / Computer Science & Engineering / Computer Engineering / Information Technology / Software Systems / Cyber Security / System Administration & Networking / Computer Systems & Networking / Data Analytics / Artificial Intelligence – with minimum 60% overall marks |
| Option 2 (MCA) | MCA with BCA / BSc (Computer Science / Information Technology) – with minimum 60% overall marks |
| Mandatory English Requirement | Minimum 60% marks in English in Class X or Class XII |
| NCC Relaxation | NCC ‘C’ Certificate holders (Naval/Army/Air Wing) with minimum ‘B’ Grade, served for not less than 2 academic years in Senior Division, and certificate not dated prior to 01 Jan 2024 – will get 5% relaxation in cut-off marks for SSB shortlisting |
Age Limit
- Candidates should be born between:
01 January 2002 to 01 July 2007
Only unmarried male & female candidates are eligible.
Age Relaxation
- No age relaxation applicable (as per Navy rules)
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026- Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SSC Officer (Executive – IT) | 15 |
| Total | 15 Posts |
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026- Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | ₹0/- (No Fee) |
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026- Salary
- Rank: Sub Lieutenant
- Pay Level: Level-10
- Salary: ₹56,100 per month + allowances
Additional benefits include:
- Military Service Pay
- DA, HRA
- Medical & other defence perks
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026- Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 05 May 2026 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 16 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 01 June 2026 |
| Course Commencement | January 2027 |
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026-Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Shortlisting based on academic performance
- SSB Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026- How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official Indian Navy website
- Click on SSC Officer Recruitment 2026
- Register with email and mobile number
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Submit the form
- Take printout for future use
Indian Navy SSC Officer Recruitment 2026- Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Available from 16 May 2026 |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |
