Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme Jan 2027 - Apply Online for 60 Permanent Commission Officer Vacancies

Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry Jan 2027 - Quick Highlights

Important Dates - Indian Navy B.Tech Cadet Entry 2026

Important: Do not wait for the last date. Submit your application well before 18 June 2026. Once submitted, no amendments will be entertained.

Application Fee

The official notification does not mention any application fee for Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme Jan 2027. Candidates are advised to check the official website joinindiannavy.gov.in for the latest updates on this.

Vacancy Details - Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry Jan 2027

Special Note on Naval Architecture & Shipbuilding: Based on merit and performance during training at INA, 07 candidates from Mechanical Engineering will be streamed to B.Tech in Naval Architecture & Shipbuilding at NCW (Naval Construction Wing), Kochi.

Branch Preference: Candidates must give their preference of Mechanical Engineering or Electronics & Communication Engineering at the time of online application.

Vacancy Note: The vacancies indicated are tentative and may be changed depending on service requirements.

Eligibility Criteria - Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry 2026

Age Limit

Educational Qualification

Shortlisting for SSB interview will be done solely on the basis of JEE (Main) 2026 All India Common Rank List (CRL) published by NTA. Candidates must enter their CRL rank correctly in the application form.

Nationality

Candidates must fulfill the conditions of nationality as laid down by the Government of India.

Marital Status

Only unmarried candidates are eligible. Any candidate found to be married or who marries while under training will be discharged from service and will be liable to refund the full training cost including pay, allowances, and any other expenditure incurred by the Government.

Medical Standards

• All candidates recommended by SSB must undergo medical examination applicable to the 10+2 (B.Tech) entry.
• Candidates already declared medically fit for the NDA/INA Jan 2027 batch do not need to undergo repeat medical examination.
• There is no relaxation in medical standards on any grounds.
• Change of medical hospital or examination centre is not permissible under any circumstances.
• Full medical standards and guidelines are available on joinindiannavy.gov.in.

Selection Procedure - Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry Jan 2027

Step 1 - Shortlisting Based on JEE (Main) 2026 CRL

Naval Headquarters will fix a cutoff for shortlisting based on JEE (Main) 2026 All India Common Rank List (CRL). Candidates must fill their CRL rank in the application form. Only those who meet the cutoff will be called for SSB interview.

Step 2 - SSB Interview

• SSB interviews for shortlisted candidates will be held at: Bengaluru / Bhopal / Kolkata / Visakhapatnam
• SSB interviews will be scheduled from September 2026 onwards
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email and SMS
• Change of SSB centre is not permissible under any circumstances
• No compensation for any injury sustained during SSB tests
• AC 3-tier rail fare is admissible if appearing for the first time for this type of commission

Step 3 - Medical Examination

All SSB recommended candidates will undergo medical examination. Candidates found medically fit will proceed to merit listing.

Step 4 - Merit List and Appointment

• Final merit list is prepared based on SSB marks + medical fitness
• Candidates are appointed subject to Police Verification and Character Verification
• Inclusion in merit list does not confer a vested right to appointment
• All vacancies filled as per service requirement and statutory guidelines

Training Details - Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala

• Selected candidates are inducted as Cadets for a 4-year B.Tech course at Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala
• Branches offered: Electronics & Communication Engineering and Mechanical Engineering
• 7 selected Mechanical Engineering cadets will be streamed to Naval Architecture & Shipbuilding at NCW, Kochi
• On completion, the B.Tech degree is awarded by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
• The entire cost of training - including books, reading material, entitled clothing, and messing - is borne by the Indian Navy

For details on Pay & Allowances, Group Insurance, Gratuity, Leave Entitlements, and Duties of Officers, refer to the official website joinindiannavy.gov.in.

How to Apply Online for Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry 2026

1. Visit the official Indian Navy recruitment website at joinindiannavy.gov.in.
2. Register on the portal using your valid email address and mobile number. Keep these active till the entire selection process is over - do not change them.
3. Fill in the online e-application form with correct personal details exactly as mentioned in your Matriculation Certificate or 12th class certificate.
4. Enter your JEE (Main) 2026 All India Common Rank List (CRL) rank correctly in the designated field of the application.
5. Select your preferred branch - Mechanical Engineering or Electronics & Communication Engineering - as this preference will be considered during allotment.
6. Scan and upload all required documents in JPG/TIFF format: Date of Birth proof (10th/12th certificate), 10th class marksheet, 12th class marksheet, JEE (Main) 2026 score card showing CRL, and a recent passport size colour photograph.
7. Ensure all scanned documents are clearly legible. Applications with unreadable documents will be rejected outright.
8. Review all details carefully before final submission. Once submitted, no amendments or changes will be entertained.
9. Take a printout of the submitted application form and carry it along with original certificates and documents when appearing for SSB interview.

Note: Multiple applications by any candidate for this course will lead to cancellation of candidature.

Documents Required for Indian Navy B.Tech Cadet Entry Application

• Date of Birth proof - 10th or 12th class certificate
• 10th class marksheet
• 12th class marksheet (with PCM and English marks clearly visible)
• JEE (Main) 2026 score card showing All India Common Rank List (CRL)
• Recent passport size colour photograph (scanned in JPG/TIFF format)
• Bank passbook first page or cheque leaf (showing Name, Account Number, and IFSC code) - to be carried for SSB for rail fare reimbursement
• All original certificates to be carried while appearing for SSB interview

Important Rules and Notes

• Only unmarried candidates are eligible. Marriage during training leads to discharge and full cost recovery from the candidate.
• Multiple applications will lead to cancellation of candidature. Submit only one application.
• Do not change your email ID or mobile number till the selection process is complete - all communications are through these only.
• Candidature will be cancelled if any declaration is found wrong at any stage of selection.
• Use or possession of narcotics is banned. Candidates may be tested for drugs at any stage - SSB, medicals, training, or service. Violation leads to debarment or removal from service.
• Call-up letters for SSB will be issued via email/SMS. Download them from Naval Headquarters portal.
• Any request for change of SSB dates must be addressed to the call-up officer of the concerned SSB on receipt of call-up letter.
• The application is subject to subsequent scrutiny and can be rejected if found ineligible/invalid at any point of time.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Jan 2027

Q1. What is the total vacancy in Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme Jan 2027?

The total vacancy is 60 posts - 30 for Mechanical Engineering and 30 for Electronics & Communication Engineering. Out of the 60 vacancies, a maximum of 08 are reserved for women candidates (04 each for Mechanical Engineering and Electronics & Communication Engineering). Additionally, 07 candidates from Mechanical Engineering will be streamed to B.Tech in Naval Architecture & Shipbuilding at NCW, Kochi, based on merit and performance at INA.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry 2026?

The last date to submit the online application for Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme (Jan 2027 course) is 18 June 2026. The application window opened on 29 May 2026. Candidates must register and apply online at the official website joinindiannavy.gov.in before the deadline.

Q3. What is the educational qualification required for Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry?

Candidates must have passed Senior Secondary Examination (10+2 pattern) or its equivalent from any recognised Board with at least 70% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM). Additionally, at least 50% marks in English is required - either in Class X or Class XII. Candidates who have appeared for JEE (Main) 2026 exam are eligible to apply.

Q4. What is the age limit for Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Jan 2027?

Candidates must have been born between 02 July 2007 and 01 January 2010 (both dates inclusive). This means the candidate must be between 17 and 19.5 years of age approximately at the time of joining. There is no age relaxation mentioned for this entry scheme.

Q5. What is the selection procedure for Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry Scheme?

The selection is based on JEE (Main) 2026 All India Common Rank List (CRL) published by NTA. Naval Headquarters will shortlist candidates based on the CRL cutoff and call them for SSB (Service Selection Board) interview at Bengaluru, Bhopal, Kolkata, or Visakhapatnam from September 2026 onwards. The final merit list is prepared based on SSB marks and medical fitness. Candidates are also subject to Police Verification and Character Verification before appointment.

Q6. What medical standards apply for Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry?

All candidates recommended by SSB must undergo medical examination applicable to the 10+2 B.Tech entry. Candidates who have already been declared medically fit for the NDA/INA Jan 2027 batch do not need to undergo a repeat medical examination. There is no relaxation in medical standards on any grounds. Change of medical hospital or center is not permissible under any circumstances. Medical guidelines are available on the official website joinindiannavy.gov.in.

Q7. What is the training structure for Indian Navy B.Tech Cadet Entry Jan 2027?

Selected candidates will be inducted as Cadets for a four-year B.Tech course at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala in Electronics & Communication Engineering or Mechanical Engineering. Seven candidates from Mechanical Engineering will be streamed to Naval Architecture & Shipbuilding at NCW, Kochi. On completion, the B.Tech degree is awarded by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU). The entire cost of training including books, reading material, clothing, and messing is borne by the Indian Navy.

Q8. Can women apply for Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme 2026?

Yes, both men and women can apply for Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme Jan 2027. However, a maximum of 08 vacancies are reserved for women candidates - 04 in Mechanical Engineering and 04 in Electronics & Communication Engineering. Only unmarried candidates are eligible. Candidates who marry during training will be discharged from service and must refund the full training cost.

Official Links

• Indian Navy Official Recruitment Website: joinindiannavy.gov.in
• Apply Online / Register: Click Here to Apply
• Medical Standards & SSB Procedure Details: joinindiannavy.gov.in

Source

This article is based on the official notification published by The Indian Navy for the 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme - Permanent Commission, Course Commencing January 2027. The notification reference number is CBC/10+2 B.Tech/Jan 2027 and is available on the official website joinindiannavy.gov.in.

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