The Indian Navy SSC IT Vacancy 2027 is officially open, with the Indian Navy releasing its notification for Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer entry in the Executive Branch Information Technology for the January 2027 course at Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala. The notification covers 15 vacancies exclusively for the IT stream under the Special Naval Orientation Course commencing January 2027, making it a focused and competitive opportunity for technology graduates seeking a commissioned officer career in one of India’s premier defence services.
The online application window opens on May 16, 2026 and closes on June 1, 2026 giving eligible candidates a narrow 17-day window to complete and submit their applications through the official portal at joinindiannavy.gov.in, with zero application fee for all candidates regardless of category.
Indian Navy SSC IT 2027 — Complete Snapshot
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | Indian Navy |
| Post Name | SSC Executive (Information Technology) |
| Course | January 2027 (ST 27) |
| Total Vacancies | 15 Posts |
| Gender | Unmarried Men and Women |
| Application Start Date | May 16, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | June 1, 2026 |
| Application Fee | Nil (No Fee) |
| Training Academy | INA Ezhimala, Kerala |
| Official Website | joinindiannavy.gov.in |
| Pay Level | Level 10 + Applicable Allowances |
Age Limit — Who Is Eligible to Apply
The Indian Navy SSC IT Vacancy 2027 applies a strict age bracket to ensure officer trainees begin their commission at a suitable career stage:
- Date of Birth Range: Born between January 1, 2002 and July 1, 2007 (both dates inclusive)
- Minimum Age at Joining: Candidates must be at least 19 years old at the time of joining the January 2027 course
- Maximum Age at Joining: Candidates must not have crossed 25 years at the time of course commencement
Age relaxation does not apply to this entry as per standard Indian Navy SSC recruitment norms — the date-of-birth range is fixed and applies uniformly to all candidates regardless of category.
Educational Qualification — Streams and Minimum Marks
The Indian Navy has set a clear academic qualification requirement for the SSC IT 2027 vacancy. Candidates must hold a minimum 60% aggregate marks in their qualifying degree from a recognised Indian or foreign university approved under Government of India norms. Additionally, candidates must hold a minimum 60% in English in either Class 10 or Class 12.
The eligible qualifications and streams for the SSC Executive IT January 2027 entry are:
Option A — Postgraduate/Professional Degree Route:
- MSc, BE, BTech, MTech in any of the following disciplines:
- Computer Science
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Information Technology
- Software Systems
- Cyber Security
- System Administration & Networking
- Computer Systems & Networking
- Data Analytics
- Artificial Intelligence
Option B — MCA Route:
- MCA with BCA or BSc in Computer Science / Information Technology as the qualifying undergraduate degree
Final Year Candidates: Students currently in the final year of the eligible degree are also eligible to apply — however, they must complete and pass their degree before the course commencement date in January 2027.
Selection Process — Three Stages to Commission
The Indian Navy follows a three-stage selection process for SSC IT Officer recruitment:
Stage 1 — Shortlisting Based on Marks:
The Indian Navy shortlists candidates using a normalisation formula applied to marks obtained in the qualifying degree. Candidates with higher aggregate scores in eligible IT streams get priority. The normalisation methodology is available at joinindiannavy.gov.in. For candidates in BE/BTech programmes, marks up to the 5th semester are considered. For postgraduate programmes (MSc, MCA, MTech), marks from all completed semesters are used.
Stage 2 — SSB Interview:
Shortlisted candidates receive call letters for the Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview, conducted at designated SSB centres across India. The SSB process typically spans five days and tests psychological aptitude, officer-like qualities, group task performance, and personal interview performance.
Stage 3 — Medical Examination and Document Verification:
Candidates who receive an SSB recommendation undergo a medical fitness examination as per Indian Navy medical standards, followed by document verification. Final selection depends on clearing all three stages and merit positioning within the 15 available vacancies.
Pay Scale and Service Conditions — What Officers Receive
Commissioned officers selected through the SSC IT entry join the Indian Navy at Level 10 on the 7th Central Pay Commission matrix, which corresponds to a basic pay of ₹56,100 per month — the same entry-level pay applicable across all SSC officer entries in the Indian Navy.
In addition to the basic pay, SSC officers receive the following allowances during service:
- Military Service Pay (MSP): ₹15,500 per month
- Dearness Allowance (DA): As applicable to central government employees
- House Rent Allowance (HRA): As per posting station and city category
- Transport Allowance: As applicable
- Sea Duty Allowance / Flying Allowance: As applicable based on duty assignment
- Ration and Uniform Allowances: As per service norms
The initial commission period for SSC officers is 10 years, extendable by four years in two tranches of two years each, subject to service requirements and performance — bringing the maximum SSC service tenure to 14 years. Permanent Commission (PC) selection is available for a merit-based subset of SSC officers during service, subject to vacancy and eligibility norms.
How to Apply — Step-by-Step Online Process
All applications must be submitted online through the Indian Navy’s official recruitment portal. The process runs as follows:
- Visit www.joinindiannavy.gov.in — the official Indian Navy recruitment website
- Navigate to “Officers” and look for the “SSC Executive IT — January 2027” notification
- New users must register using a valid email ID and mobile number
- Log in with the registered credentials and open the SSC IT application form
- Fill in all personal, educational, and communication details accurately
- Upload scanned copies of the following documents in JPG/TIFF format:
- Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets
- Qualifying degree marksheets (up to 5th/7th semester for BE/BTech or all semesters for PG)
- Date of birth proof
- CGPA to percentage conversion formula (if applicable)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Aadhaar card
- Review all entries carefully before final submission
- Submit the application and save and print the confirmation for future reference — carry the printout to the SSB interview
No application fee is payable by any candidate — the process is entirely free of charge.
Official Notification PDF and Direct Apply Link
| Resource | Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Available at joinindiannavy.gov.in/files/Advertisement_SSC_Jan_2027.pdf |
| Direct Apply Online Link | joinindiannavy.gov.in (Apply section opens May 16, 2026) |
| SSB Interview Details | Notified separately after shortlisting |
| Helpline Email (IT-related entries) | officer@navy.gov.in |
Not publicly disclosed is the specific SSB centre list and interview schedule for the IT stream — the Indian Navy notifies shortlisted candidates individually regarding their designated SSB centre and reporting date after the application window closes.
Important Dates Summary
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | May 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | May 16, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | June 1, 2026 at 23:59 hours |
| SSB Interview | To be notified separately |
| Course Commencement | January 2027 at INA Ezhimala, Kerala |
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