Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry 2027 The Indian Navy has officially announced the 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme for the January 2027 batch, offering 60 vacancies for Permanent Commissioned Officer posts in the Technical Branch. This prestigious entry route allows young candidates to join the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, for a four-year B.Tech degree fully funded by the Indian Navy.
Application and Examination Name/Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry 2027
| Name of Recruitment: Indian Navy 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme (Permanent Commission) Conducting Body: Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala Total Posts: 60 |
Important Dates/Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Date | 22 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 29 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Complete Form | 18 June 2026 |
| Merit/Shortlisting Announcement | As per schedule (after JEE Main 2026 results) |
| SSB Interview Dates | Will be intimated via Email / SMS to shortlisted candidates |
| Medical Examination | After SSB recommendation |
| Final Merit List | As per schedule |
Application Fee/Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry 2027
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹0/- (Nil) |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹0/- (Nil) |
| All Categories | No Application Fee |
Age Limit/Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry 2027
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 17 years |
| Maximum Age | 19½ years |
| Date of Birth Range | 02 July 2007 to 01 January 2010 (both dates inclusive) |
| Age Relaxation | As per Indian Navy rules (applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India norms) |
Educational Qualification/Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry 2027
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Passed Senior Secondary Examination (10+2) or equivalent from any recognized Board/University |
| Core Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) |
| Minimum Aggregate in PCM | At least 70% marks (aggregate) in PCM |
| Minimum Marks in English | At least 50% marks in English (either in Class 10 OR Class 12) |
| JEE (Main) Requirement | Must have appeared for JEE (Main) 2026 for B.E./B.Tech. Shortlisting is based on the All India CRL published by NTA. |
Total Number of Vacancies/Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry 2027
| Branch Name | Total Vacancies | Women Vacancy Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 30 (including 04 for women) | Maximum 04 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 30 (including 04 for women) | Maximum 04 |
| Total | 60 | Maximum 08 |
How to Apply/Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry 2027
Selection Process and Examination Phases/Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry 2027
| Stage 1: Shortlisting based on JEE (Main) 2026 CRL • Naval Headquarters fixes a cut-off rank based on the JEE (Main) 2026 All India Common Rank List (CRL) published by NTA. • Candidates with CRL rank equal to or below the cut-off rank are shortlisted for the SSB interview. |
| Stage 2: Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview (5 Days) |
| Day | Activities |
|---|---|
| Day 1 (Screening) | Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) Test + Picture Perception & Discussion Test (PPDT) |
| Day 2 (Psychology) | Thematic Apperception Test (TAT), Word Association Test (WAT), Situation Reaction Test (SRT), Self-Description Test |
| Day 3 (GTO – Part 1) | Group Discussion (GD), Group Planning Exercise (GPE), Progressive Group Task (PGT) |
| Day 4 (GTO – Part 2 + Interview) | Half Group Task (HGT), Lecturette, Personal Interview |
| Day 5 (Conference) | Final Conference round with all assessors |
| Stage 3: Medical Examination • All candidates recommended by the SSB undergo a comprehensive medical examination at designated Naval hospitals / military hospitals as per medical standards applicable to the 10+2 B.Tech Entry |
| Stage 4: Final Merit List Candidates who are recommended by SSB and declared medically fit are placed on the All India Merit List on the basis of: • Marks obtained in SSB interview • Vacancies available • Reservation policies |
Pay Scale (7th Pay Commission)/Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry 2027
| Rank | Pay Level | Pay Scale (₹ per month) | Military Service Pay (MSP) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sub Lieutenant (On commissioning) | Level 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 | ₹15,500 per month |
| Lieutenant | Level 10B | ₹61,300 – ₹1,93,900 | ₹15,500 per month |
| Lieutenant Commander | Level 11 | ₹69,400 – ₹2,07,200 | ₹15,500 per month |
Important Link
| APPLY ONLINE | LINK ACTIVATE 29/05/2026 |
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1. What is the last date to apply for the Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry January 2027 batch?
The last date to submit the online application is 18 June 2026. No applications will be accepted after this date.
2. Is there any application fee for this recruitment?
No. There is no application fee for any category — General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, or PwD. Candidates can apply online free of cost.
3. Can I apply without appearing for JEE Main 2026?
No. Appearing for JEE (Main) 2026 is mandatory. Shortlisting for SSB is strictly based on your JEE Main 2026 CRL rank. If you have not appeared for JEE Main 2026, you are not eligible.
4. What is the minimum percentage required in 12th PCM?
You must have passed 10+2 with at least 70% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) and at least 50% marks in English (either in Class 10 OR Class 12).
5. What is the age limit for the January 2027 batch?
Candidates must be born between 02 July 2007 and 01 January 2010 (both dates inclusive).
6. Are women eligible to apply for the 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry?
Yes. Unmarried women candidates are eligible to apply for this entry. A maximum of 08 vacancies are reserved for women (04 each in Mechanical Engineering and Electronics & Communication Engineering branches).
7. What is the salary of a Navy Officer after completing training?
Upon commissioning as a Sub Lieutenant, you will be placed in Pay Level 10 — ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 per month, plus Military Service Pay (MSP) of ₹15,500 per month and various allowances (DA, HRA, transport allowance, etc.). The total gross monthly salary can range from ₹1.10 lakh to ₹1.25 lakh approximately.
8. Is there a separate written exam conducted by Indian Navy for this entry?
No. For the 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme, there is no separate written examination. Shortlisting is based entirely on JEE (Main) 2026 CRL rank published by NTA. After shortlisting, the selection process involves SSB interview and Medical Examination only.
9. What is the selection process after applying online?
Shortlisting based on JEE (Main) 2026 CRL rank
SSB Interview (5 days) at Bangalore, Bhopal, Kolkata, or Visakhapatnam
Medical Examination after SSB recommendation
Final Merit List and Issuance of Joining Letter
10. Is height relaxation available for candidates from certain regions?
Tribals from Ladakh: 155 cm
A&N / Lakshadweep: 155 cm
Gorkhas / Nepalese / Assamese / Garhwali / Kumaoni: 152 cm
Bhutan / Sikkim / NE regions: 152 cm
