Indian Navy has released the official notification for the 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme for the course commencing January 2027. A total of 60 vacancies are available for Permanent Commissioned Officer posts in Technical Branches. Only unmarried men and women who have appeared in JEE (Main) 2026 and meet the academic criteria are eligible.
Online applications open from 29 May 2026 to 18 June 2026 at joinindiannavy.gov.in. Selected candidates will undergo a fully-funded four-year B.Tech programme at the Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, with the degree awarded by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU).
Important Dates
- Online Apply Start Date : 29 May 2026
- Online Apply Last Date : 18 June 2026
- Last Date Fee Payment : NA
- SSB Interview : September 2026 Onwards
- Admit Card : Before SSB Interview
- Course Commencement : January 2027
Application Fee
As per the official notification, no application fee has been mentioned for this recruitment. Candidates should visit the official website joinindiannavy.gov.in to confirm any fee-related updates before submitting the form.
Age Limit
- Date of Birth (Minimum) : 02 July 2007
- Date of Birth (Maximum) : 01 January 2010
- Both dates inclusive. Fixed age band applicable to all candidates — men and women equally.
- Age relaxation applicable as per official rules.
Eligibility Qualification
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | Passed 10+2 or equivalent with minimum 70% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics (PCM) and minimum 50% marks in English (Class X or XII). Must have appeared in JEE (Main) 2026 for B.E./B.Tech. |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | Passed 10+2 or equivalent with minimum 70% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics (PCM) and minimum 50% marks in English (Class X or XII). Must have appeared in JEE (Main) 2026 for B.E./B.Tech. |
Only unmarried men and women fulfilling nationality conditions as laid down by the Government of India are eligible.
Post Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Women Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 30 | 04 (Maximum) |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 30 | 04 (Maximum) |
| Total | 60 | 08 (Maximum) |
Note: Out of 30 Mechanical Engineering seats, 07 candidates will be streamed to B.Tech in Naval Architecture & Shipbuilding at NCW, Kochi, based on merit and performance at INA. Vacancies are tentative and subject to change as per service requirements.
How To Apply Online for Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme 2026
- Read the official notification PDF carefully before starting the application
- Visit the official website — joinindiannavy.gov.in
- Register and fill the online application form in all respects
- Enter your JEE (Main) 2026 CRL Rank correctly in the form
- Upload scanned documents in JPG/TIFF format — Date of Birth proof, Class 10th & 12th marksheets, JEE (Main) 2026 Scorecard, and recent passport-size photograph
- Ensure email ID and mobile number are valid and will remain unchanged during the entire selection process
- Review all details carefully — the submitted application is final and no changes will be allowed later
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Questions & Answers for Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme 2026
Q1. When will the application start?
A1. Online applications open from 29 May 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
A2. The last date for submission of the online application is 18 June 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit?
A3. Candidates must be born between 02 July 2007 and 01 January 2010 (both dates inclusive). This applies equally to all candidates — no separate age relaxation is mentioned beyond this fixed band.
Q4. What is the eligibility criteria?
A4. Candidate must have passed 10+2 with at least 70% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics and at least 50% marks in English (in Class X or XII). Appearing in JEE (Main) 2026 is mandatory. For complete details, refer to the official notification PDF.
Q5. Is JEE (Main) 2026 compulsory?
A5. Yes. Appearing in JEE (Main) 2026 (for B.E./B.Tech) is mandatory. SSB shortlisting is done purely on the basis of the All India Common Rank List (CRL). Candidates must enter their CRL rank correctly in the online application.
Q6. What is the selection process?
A6. Selection involves four stages — JEE (Main) 2026 CRL-based shortlisting → SSB Interview → Medical Examination → Merit List with police and character verification. SSB interviews are scheduled from September 2026 at Bengaluru, Bhopal, Kolkata, and Visakhapatnam.