Join Indian Navy (Nausena Bharti) has released the official recruitment notification for the 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme (January 2027 Course). This recruitment drive offers unmarried male and female candidates the opportunity to join the Indian Navy as Commissioned Officers. A total of 60 vacancies are available in the Mechanical Engineering and Electronics & Communication Engineering branches. The online application portal is active from 29 May 2026, and candidates can submit their forms until the extended last date, which is 29 June 2026.
Selected candidates will undergo a four-year B.Tech course in Applied Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electronics & Communication Engineering at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala. Below are the recruitment details including eligibility criteria, selection process, vacancy details, and application steps.
Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry Jan 2027: Highlights
| Parameters / विवरण | Details / विवरण |
|---|---|
| Organization / संस्था का नाम | Join Indian Navy (Nausena Bharti) |
| Post Name / पद का नाम | 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme (January 2027 Course) |
| Total Vacancies / कुल रिक्तियां | 60 Posts |
| Application Mode / आवेदन का माध्यम | Online |
| Official Website / आधिकारिक वेबसाइट | joinindiannavy.gov.in |
Important Dates & Fee Details
There is no application fee for any candidate applying for this recruitment. Check the key dates below:
| Events / कार्यक्रम | Dates / तिथियां |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 29 May 2026 |
| Online Registration Starts | 29 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 29 June 2026 (Extended) |
| SSB Interview Date | To Be Notified Soon |
| Admit Card Release | Before SSB Interview |
| Category / श्रेणी | Application Fee / आवेदन शुल्क |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 0/- (Exempted) |
| SC / ST / Female / PwBD | ₹ 0/- (Exempted) |
Branch-Wise Vacancy & Age Limit Details
Unmarried male and female candidates must check the vacancy distribution and specific date of birth range before applying:
| Branch Name / शाखा का नाम | Total Vacancies / कुल रिक्तियां | DOB Range / जन्म तिथि सीमा (Both Dates Inclusive) |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering / मैकेनिकल इंजीनियरिंग | 30 Posts | Born between 02 July 2007 and 01 January 2010 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering / इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स और संचार इंजीनियरिंग | 30 Posts | |
| Total Vacancy / कुल पद | 60 Posts | – |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the following minimum requirements to be eligible for the scheme:
| Requirement / आवश्यकता | Details / विवरण |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification / शैक्षणिक योग्यता | Passed 10+2 (Senior Secondary) or equivalent exam with a minimum of 70% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM). Must have secured at least 50% marks in English in Class 10 or Class 12. |
| Exam Score / परीक्षा की आवश्यकता | Appeared for JEE (Main) 2026 for B.E./B.Tech. Selection for SSB interview will be based on the All India Common Rank List (CRL) of JEE (Main) 2026. |
| Marital Status / वैवाहिक स्थिति | Only Unmarried male and female candidates are eligible. |
Selection Process
The recruitment process for the Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme is conducted in the following stages:
- Shortlisting: Candidate applications are shortlisted based on their JEE (Main) 2026 All India Common Rank List (CRL) rank.
- SSB Interview: Shortlisted candidates undergo a Service Selection Board (SSB) interview, which is held in two stages (Stage I & II) over 5 days. Interview centers are located in Bangalore, Bhopal, Kolkata, and Visakhapatnam.
- Medical Examination: Candidates recommended by the SSB undergo a medical examination at the nearest military hospital.
- Final Merit List: A final merit list is prepared based on the marks obtained in the SSB interview, subject to medical fitness and vacancy availability.
How to Apply Online
Eligible candidates can fill out the application form by following the steps below:
- Visit the official Join Indian Navy recruitment website: www.joinindiannavy.gov.in.
- Click on the Register button to create an account using your email ID and personal details (if not registered already).
- Once registered, log in to the recruitment portal using your registered Email ID and password.
- Navigate to the Current Opportunities section and click on the link for “10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry (January 2027 Course)”.
- Enter all required academic, personal, and communication details. Fill in the exact JEE (Main) 2026 CRL Rank.
- Upload scanned copies of mandatory documents: Class 10 certificate (for date of birth proof), Class 12 marksheet, JEE (Main) 2026 scorecard, photograph, and signature.
- Carefully check the details in the preview page before submitting the application. Details cannot be edited after final submission.
- Submit your application form. (No application fee is required).
- Download and print the final application form and receipt for future reference during the SSB interview.
Useful Important Links
| Apply Online / ऑनलाइन आवेदन | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification / अधिसूचना डाउनलोड करें | Click Here |
| Official Website / आधिकारिक वेबसाइट | Click Here |
