Indian Navy 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme 2026
The Indian Navy
10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme (Permanent Commission) — Course Commencing July 2026
Short Details of Notification
Important Dates| Date of Opening | 03 January 2026 | | Last Date for Online Application | 19 January 2026 | | SSB Interview Schedule | From March 2026 onwards | | Course Commencement | July 2026 |
| Application Fee| No application fee details are mentioned in the notification. Candidates are required to submit the online application only. |
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Age Limit
| Age Eligibility | Born between 02 January 2007 and 01 July 2009 (both dates inclusive) |
| Marital Status | Only unmarried men and women candidates are eligible |
| Category | Age Relaxation |
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| All Categories | No relaxation — exact age limits as stated in notification |
Vacancy Details
| Branch | Vacancies | Gender |
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| Executive & Technical Branch* | 44 | Men and Women (maximum 07 vacancies for women) |
| *Branch allocation among Executive & Technical (Engineering & Electrical) will be done at INA. |
Eligibility Criteria
| Educational Qualification | Passed Senior Secondary Examination (10+2) with at least 70% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) and at least 50% marks in English in Class X or Class XII. |
| Who Can Apply | Candidates who have appeared for JEE (Main) 2025. Shortlisting is based on JEE (Main) All India Common Rank List (CRL) 2025. |
| Medical Standards | Applicable to 10+2 (B.Tech) entry. No relaxation in medical standards. Details available on the Indian Navy website. |
Exam Pattern
| Stage | Details |
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| Shortlisting | Based on JEE (Main) 2025 Common Rank List (CRL) |
| SSB Interview | To be conducted at Bengaluru / Bhopal / Kolkata / Visakhapatnam from March 2026 onwards |
| Medical Examination | For candidates recommended by SSB |
| Final Merit | Based on SSB marks, subject to medical fitness and vacancy availability |
Selection Process
| JEE (Main) 2025 CRL based shortlisting |
| SSB Interview (Multiple locations) |
| Medical Examination |
| Police & Character Verification |
| Final Merit List |
How to Apply
| 1 | Visit the official website — https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in |
| 2 | Register and create a user profile |
| 3 | Fill application details exactly as per 10th / 12th certificates |
| 4 | Upload required documents and JEE (Main) 2025 scorecard (CRL) |
| 5 | Submit the form and keep a printout for SSB |
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
| Q1. What is the name of the entry scheme in this notification? | The notification is for the Indian Navy 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme (Permanent Commission) for the course commencing in July 2026. |
| Q2. How many vacancies are available under this entry? | There are a total of 44 vacancies in the Executive & Technical Branch, with a maximum of 07 vacancies earmarked for women candidates. |
| Q3. What is the age eligibility for candidates? | Eligible candidates must be born between 02 January 2007 and 01 July 2009 (both dates inclusive). |
| Q4. What educational qualification is required? | Candidates must have passed 10+2 with at least 70% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM), and at least 50% marks in English in Class X or Class XII. |
| Q5. Who is eligible to apply for this entry? | Only candidates who have appeared for JEE (Main) 2025 are eligible, and shortlisting is done based on the JEE (Main) All India Common Rank List (CRL) 2025. |
| Q6. Where will the SSB interviews be conducted? | SSB interviews for shortlisted candidates will be conducted at Bengaluru, Bhopal, Kolkata and Visakhapatnam from March 2026 onwards. |
| Q7. How is the final merit list prepared? | The final merit list is prepared based on SSB marks, and appointment is subject to medical fitness, police verification, character verification and availability of vacancies. |
| Q8. What is the duration and nature of training? | Selected candidates undergo a four-year B.Tech training programme at the Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, and the entire training cost including books and material is borne by the Indian Navy. |
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