The Indian Navy has invited applications from unmarried male and female candidates for the 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme for Permanent Commissioned Officers in Technical branches. The online application window will open on 29th May 2026 and close on 18th June 2026. Interested and eligible candidates must explore the article for more details regarding this prestigious opportunity.
Indian Navy Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | 12 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme |
| Total Posts | 60 Vacancy |
| Organization | Indian Navy |
| Qualification | 12th Passed |
| Salary | Rs. 85,920/- Per Month |
| Application Date | 29th May – 18th June 2026 |
Indian Navy Recruitment
The Indian Navy published the detailed advertisement for the 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme (Permanent Commission) for the course commencing January 2027. This is a golden opportunity for young candidates who have passed their 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) and appeared for JEE (Main) 2026 to join the Indian Navy as Permanent Commissioned Officers.
Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed the Senior Secondary Examination (10+2 Pattern) or equivalent from any recognized board with at least 70% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) and at least 50% marks in English either in Class X or Class XII. Candidates should also have appeared for the JEE (Main) 2026 examination for B.E./B.Tech.
- Mechanical Engineering: 12th Pass with 70% marks in PCM and 50% marks in English + Appeared in JEE (Main) 2026
- Electronics & Communication Engineering: 12th Pass with 70% marks in PCM and 50% marks in English + Appeared in JEE (Main) 2026
JEE (Main) 2026 Requirement
- Candidates must have appeared for JEE (Main) – 2026 exam (for B.E./B.Tech).
- Call up for Service Selection Board (SSB) will be issued on the basis of JEE (Main) All India Common Rank List (CRL) – 2026 published by NTA.
- Candidates are required to fill their Rank as per CRL in the application.
Indian Navy Recruitment Age Limit
The age limit to apply for this recruitment is that candidates should be born between 02 July 2007 and 01 January 2010 (both dates inclusive). The age relaxation details are not mentioned separately in the official notification.
- Only unmarried candidates are eligible for training.
- Any candidate found to be married or who marries while under training will be discharged from service and shall be liable to refund full training cost including pay & allowances and any other expenditure incurred by the Government.
Indian Navy Recruitment Vacancy
The Indian Navy has announced a total of 60 vacancies under the 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme for the January 2027 course. These vacancies are divided between Technical Branches of Mechanical Engineering and Electronics & Communication Engineering. Both male and female candidates can apply, with a limited number of seats reserved for women candidates.
| Technical Branch | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 30 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 30 |
Indian Navy Recruitment Salary
Selected candidates will receive attractive pay and allowances as per the 7th Pay Commission for Permanent Commissioned Officers in the Indian Navy. Details are available on the official website www.joinindianavy.gov.in. Benefits include:
- Pay as per level in the Pay Matrix
- Military Service Pay (MSP)
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- Group Insurance & Gratuity
- Leave Entitlements
Indian Navy Recruitment Selection
The selection process consists of the following stages:
Stage 1: Shortlisting based on JEE Main 2026
Naval Headquarters reserves the right to fix the cut-off for shortlisting applications for SSB based on JEE (Main) All India Common Rank List (CRL) – 2026.
Candidates must fill their CRL rank in the application form.
Stage 2: SSB Interview
SSB interviews for shortlisted candidates will be scheduled at:
- Bengaluru
- Bhopal
- Kolkata
- Visakhapatnam
- SSB interviews will commence from September 2026 onwards.
- Change of SSB Centre is not permissible under any circumstances.
- No compensation is admissible in case of any injury sustained during SSB tests.
Stage 3: Medical Examination
Candidates recommended by SSB will undergo a medical examination.
Stage 4: Merit List & Final Selection
A common merit list will be prepared based on SSB marks and medical fitness.
Appointment is subject to:
- Police Verification
- Character Verification
- Availability of vacancies
Indian Navy Recruitment Application Fee
Candidates have to pay the application fee to complete their online application process, the fee may vary according to the category of the candidates. The complete details regarding the fee are given below.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/OBC/EWS | Rs.295/- |
| SC/ST | Free |
| ESM/PwBD/Female | Free |
Payment Method: Candidates can pay their application fee through an online payment gateway. Candidates should have any one of the following options to make the online payment: debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
Important Dates of Indian Navy Recruitment
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 22nd May 2026 |
| Opening Date for Online Application | 29th May 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 18th June 2026 |
| SSB Interview Schedule | From Sep 2026 onwards |
| Course Commencing | Jan 2027 |
How To Apply For Indian Navy Recruitment
Interested and eligible candidates may apply online for Indian Navy Recruitment by visiting at official portal. They may follow below mentioned steps.
- Visit the official recruitment website: www.joinindianavy.gov.in
- Register yourself on the portal.
- Fill out the online application form carefully with correct personal particulars as given in Matriculation/12th class certificate.
- Enter your JEE (Main) 2026 CRL Rank.
- Upload scanned copies of the following documents in original JPG/TIFF format:
- Date of Birth proof (10th/12th certificate)
- 10th class marksheet
- 12th class marksheet
- JEE (Main) 2026 Score card (indicating CRL rank)
- Recent passport size colour photograph
- Ensure all scanned documents are legible and readable – otherwise, the application will be rejected.
- Submit the application before 18th June 2026.
- Take a printout of the application form and carry it along with original certificates/documents while appearing for the SSB interview.
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