Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme January 2027: Apply Online for 60 Posts, Free B.Tech Course
The Indian Navy has officially released the recruitment notification for the 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme for the course commencing in January 2027. This highly prestigious recruitment drive offers a Permanent Commission to eligible unmarried men and women candidates in the Technical Branches of the Indian Navy.
Selected cadets will undergo a rigorous and fully sponsored four-year B.Tech course at the premier Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala. Upon successful completion, a B.Tech degree will be awarded by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU).
Below is a comprehensive breakdown of the eligibility criteria, vacancy details, selection process, and step-by-step application instructions.
📅 Indian Navy B.Tech Cadet Entry 2026: Important Dates
The online application window has been officially extended. Candidates are advised to submit their forms well before the revised deadline.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opening Date | 29-05-2026 |
| Original Closing Date | 18-06-2026 |
| Extended Last Date to Apply Online | 29-06-2026 |
| SSB Interview Schedule | September 2026 onwards |
| Course Commencement | January 2027 |
💼 Indian Navy B.Tech Entry Vacancy Details 2026
A total of 60 vacancies have been announced for the Permanent Commission in Technical Branches. Candidates must specify their branch preference during registration.
| Technical Branch | Total Vacancies | Gender & Seats Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 30 | Men and Women (Max 04 vacancies for women) |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 30 | Men and Women (Max 04 vacancies for women) |
| Total | 60 | Maximum 08 vacancies for women overall |
💡 Note: Based on merit and performance during training at INA, 07 candidates from Mechanical Engineering will be dynamically streamed to a B.Tech in Naval Architecture & Shipbuilding at NCW, Kochi.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must strictly meet the following criteria as of the application date:
1. Educational Qualification
- 12th Pass: Passed Senior Secondary Examination (10+2 pattern) or its equivalent from a recognized Board.
- PCM Marks: Minimum 70% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM).
- English Marks: Minimum 50% marks in English (either in Class X or Class XII).
2. JEE (Main) 2026 Mandate
- Candidates must have appeared for the JEE (Main) 2026 exam for B.E./B.Tech.
- Shortlisting for the SSB Interview will be strictly processed based on the JEE (Main) All India Common Rank List (CRL) 2026 published by the NTA.
3. Age Limit
- Fixed Age Band: Only candidates born between 02 July 2007 and 01 January 2010 (both dates inclusive) are eligible to apply. There is no separate category-based age relaxation.
4. Marital Status
- Only unmarried men and women are eligible. Marrying during the training period will lead to immediate discharge, and the candidate will be liable to refund the entire training cost to the government.
📝 Selection Process
The selection architecture consists of four distinct stages:
- Stage 1 – CRL Shortlisting: Naval Headquarters fixes a cut-off score based on JEE Main 2026 CRL ranks to shortlist applicants for the interview phase.
- Stage 2 – Service Selection Board (SSB) Interview: Shortlisted candidates face the SSB interview process at designated centers (Bengaluru, Bhopal, Kolkata, or Visakhapatnam) starting from September 2026. First-time candidates are eligible for AC 3-tier rail fare reimbursement.
- Stage 3 – Medical Examination: Candidates recommended by the SSB undergo standard military medical assessments. Those already declared fit for NDA/INA Jan 27 entry do not need to repeat this medical examination.
- Stage 4 – Merit List & Appointment: A final common merit list is drafted based strictly on SSB marks and medical fitness parameters.
💰 Training Cost and Perks
- Zero Cost Education: The entire cost of training, including essential textbooks, reading materials, safety equipment, entitled clothing, and messing facilities, is borne fully by the Indian Navy.
- Full Service Benefits: Detailed guidelines regarding future officer pay scales, allowances, group insurance, and promotional avenues can be viewed on the official portal.
🖥️ How to Apply Online for Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry
Applications are accepted exclusively through the online registration system.
- Go to the official recruitment website:
www.joinindiannavy.gov.in. - Register an account and fill in your personal, academic, and JEE Main 2026 CRL rank particulars accurately.
- Ensure scanned files of your 10th Class mark sheet, 12th Class mark sheet, Date of Birth proof, and JEE Main 2026 Score Card are ready in clean JPG/TIFF formats.
- Upload your recent passport-size color photograph and submit the form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for your records; it must be carried along if you are called for the SSB Interview.
🔗 Quick Links
- Official Application Portal: Click here
- Direct Registration Link: Apply Online Here
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