Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme Jan 2027 Notification Out
Indian Navy is recruiting 60 Permanent Commissioned Officer vacancies in Technical Branches through the 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme for the course commencing January 2027, last date for online application 29 June 2026.
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Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme Jan 2027 Notification Out – Overview
| Selection Procedure | Selection will be based on JEE (Main) 2026 CRL-based shortlisting,followed by SSB Interview,Medical Examination,and Police & Character Verification. Merit list will be prepared based on SSB marks and medical fitness. Candidates will be appointed subject to Police Verification,Character Verification,and availability of vacancies in the entry. Mere inclusion in the common merit list does not confer a vested right to appointment. Mere empanelment under no circumstances can be treated as final selection.,Stage 1 - Shortlisting Based on JEE (Main) 2026 CRL,Naval Headquarters reserves the right to fix the cut-off for shortlisting of applications for SSB based on JEE (Main) All India Common Rank List (CRL) 2026. All candidates must fill their CRL Rank in the application. Shortlisted candidates will be informed about their SSB interview schedule through email and SMS. Candidates must not change their email/mobile number until the selection process is over.,Stage 2 - Service Selection Board (SSB) Interview,SSB interviews for shortlisted candidates will be scheduled at Bengaluru / Bhopal / Kolkata / Visakhapatnam from September 2026 onwards. Change of SSB Centre is not permissible under any circumstances. Candidates must download the call-up letter on receiving intimation from Naval Headquarters via SMS/email. AC 3-tier rail fare is admissible for SSB interview if appearing for the first time for this particular type of commission - candidates must bring a photocopy of the first page of passbook or cheque leaf with Name,A/C No.,and IFSC details. No compensation is admissible in case of any injury sustained during SSB tests.,Stage 3 - Medical Examination,All candidates recommended by SSB must undergo medical examination as per standards applicable to 10+2 (B.Tech) entry. No relaxation in medical standards on any grounds. Candidates already declared medically fit for NDA/INA Jan 27 need not repeat medical examination. Change of medical hospital/centre is not permissible under any circumstances.,Stage 4 - Common Merit List & Appointment,Final merit list will be prepared based on SSB marks and medical fitness. Candidates will be appointed subject to Police Verification,and availability of vacancies. All vacancies are to be filled as per service requirement and statutory guidelines issued from time to time. |
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| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in/ |
Important Dates
| Last Date to Apply | September 2026 onwards (at Bengaluru / Bhopal / Kolkata / Visakhapatnam) |
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Age Limit
| Notes | Candidates must have been born between 02 July 2007 and 01 January 2010 (both dates inclusive) to be eligible for the January 2027 course. There is no separate age relaxation mentioned - the age band is fixed for all candidates. |
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Important Links
| Download Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme January 2027 Official Notification PDF | Click Here ↗ |
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| Extended Indian Navy 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme 2026 Link | Click Here ↗ |
| https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in/en/account/account/state | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website: Click here | Click Here ↗ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Indian Navy 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme 2026 for January 2027 course?
The Indian Navy 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme 2026 is a direct officer entry for unmarried 10+2 (PCM) candidates to join as Permanent Commissioned Officers in Technical Branches. The selected candidates undergo a fully residential four‑year B.Tech course at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, with all training costs borne by the Navy. On successful completion, cadets are awarded a B.Tech degree by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) and are commissioned as officers in the Indian Navy.
Q: How many vacancies are there in Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme 2026?
For the January 2027 course, the Indian Navy has notified a total of 60 vacancies under the 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme. Out of these, 30 seats are for Mechanical Engineering and 30 for Electronics & Communication Engineering, with a maximum of 4 vacancies for women in each stream. A total of 7 cadets from the Mechanical stream will later be re‑allotted to Naval Architecture & Shipbuilding at NCW, Kochi, based on merit and service requirements.
Q: What is the eligibility criteria for Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry 2026?
Candidates must have passed the 10+2 (Senior Secondary) examination or equivalent with at least 70% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM), along with a minimum of 50% marks in English (in Class 10 or 12). Only unmarried men and women who satisfy the nationality conditions laid down by the Government of India are eligible to apply. In addition, it is compulsory to have appeared for JEE (Main) 2026 (B.E./B.Tech) as shortlisting for SSB will be done purely on the basis of the All India Common Rank List (CRL).
Q: What is the age limit for Indian Navy 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme January 2027?
For the Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme 2026, candidates must be born between 02 July 2007 and 01 January 2010, both dates inclusive. This fixed age band applies equally to all eligible male and female candidates, and there is no provision for age relaxation beyond these dates. Aspirants should carefully verify their date of birth as per the 10th/12th certificate before applying because any mismatch can lead to cancellation of candidature.
Q: Is JEE (Main) 2026 mandatory for Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech entry?
Yes, appearing in JEE (Main) 2026 (for B.E./B.Tech) is compulsory for all applicants to the 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme January 2027 course. The Indian Navy uses the JEE (Main) 2026 All India Common Rank List (CRL) to shortlist candidates for the SSB interview, and applicants must enter their CRL rank correctly in the online application form. Without a valid JEE (Main) 2026 appearance and CRL rank, the candidate will not be considered for shortlisting, irrespective of their 10+2 marks.
Q: What is the selection process for Indian Navy 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry 2026?
The selection process consists of four main stages: JEE (Main) 2026 CRL‑based shortlisting, SSB Interview, Medical Examination, and final merit list with police and character verification. First, Naval Headquarters fixes a cut‑off rank and calls shortlisted candidates for SSB at Bengaluru, Bhopal, Kolkata or Visakhapatnam from September 2026 onwards. Only those who are recommended by SSB and declared medically fit are considered for the all‑India merit list, and appointment is subject to vacancy position and satisfactory police verification.
Q: Is there any application fee for Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme 2026?
The notification for the January 2027 course does not clearly mention any specific application fee for the 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme. Candidates are, therefore, advised to carefully read the detailed advertisement and instructions on the official website before submitting the form. Any update or clarification regarding fee, if applicable, will only be valid as published on the official Indian Navy recruitment portal.
Q: What training and degree are offered under the Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry?
Selected candidates join the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, as Cadets for a four‑year B.Tech programme in Mechanical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, or Naval Architecture & Shipbuilding (for a few meritorious cadets). The entire cost of training, including tuition, books, study material, clothing and messing, is borne by the Indian Navy, making it a fully sponsored professional engineering course. After successful completion, cadets are awarded a B.Tech degree by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) and are commissioned as Permanent Commissioned Officers in Technical Branches.
Q: How can I apply online for Indian Navy 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme 2026?
To apply, candidates must register and submit the e‑application on the official website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in within the application window from 29 May 2026 to 29 June 2026. Applicants need to upload original scanned documents in JPG/TIFF format, including date of birth proof, 10th and 12th marksheets, JEE (Main) 2026 scorecard, and a recent passport‑size photograph. Once the application is finally submitted, no changes or corrections are allowed, so candidates should double‑check all personal details, especially name, date of birth, email ID and mobile number.