About Indian Navy (भारतीय नौसेना) Recruitment 2026
Indian Navy (भारतीय नौसेना) has officially announced the recruitment process for Indian Navy Entrance Test (INET) Various Post January 2021 Batch. A total of 144 vacancies will be filled through this recruitment drive. Selected candidates will be posted across All India (पैन इंडिया).
Candidates can apply online (ऑनलाइन) through the official website. According to the notification, applications begin on 29/11/2019.
Key highlights: age requirement is 23 years (as on 01/07/2020 for most posts) to 24 years (as on 01/01/2000 for some posts) years, the application fee varies by category (see fee table below). Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and other requirements before applying.
Key Highlights
Vacancy Details — Total 144 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSC Armament Inspection Cadre (NIAC) | 6 | Class 10th, 12th and Engineering Degree with Minimum 60% Marks. Branch Available: Engineering Degree in Mechanical / Electrical/Electrical & Electronics/Electronics/Micro Electronics/Instrumentation/Electronics & Communication/Electronics & Tele Communication/Instrumentation & Control/Control Engineering / Production/Industrial Production/ Industrial Engineering /Applied Electronics & Instrumentation/ Electronics & Instrumentation / Information Technology/Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Computer Application / Metallurgy/Metallurgical/Chemical/Material Science / Aero Space/Aeronautical Engineering / Post Graduate degree in Electronics / Physics. | — |
| SSC ATC | 4 | BE /B.Tech Engineering Degree in Any Stream with 60% Marks. Class 10 High School / Class 12 Intermediate Passed with 60% Marks. | — |
| SSC Observer | 6 | — | — |
| SSC Pilot (MR) | 3 | — | — |
| SSC Pilot Other than MR | 6 | — | — |
| SSC Logistics | 11 | BE / B.Tech in Any Stream or MBA / MCA / M.Sc IT OR B.Sc / B.Com with PG Diploma in Finance with First Class Marks. | — |
| SSC X IT | 10 | B.SC IT / MCA / M.Tech / M.SC IT / B.Tech Degree in Computer Science / IT with First Class Marks. | — |
| SSC General Service Hydro Centre | 30 | BE / B.Tech in Any Stream with First Division Marks. | — |
| SSC Engineering Branch General Service | 26 | BE / B.Tech Degree with 60% Marks in Following Branches: Mechanical / Marine / Instrumentation / Production / Aeronautical / Industrial Engineering & Management / Control Engineering / Aero Space / Automobiles / Metallurgy / Mechatronics / Instrumentation & Control | — |
| SSC Electrical Branch General Service | 27 | BE / B.Tech Degree with 60% Marks in Following Branches: Electronics / Tele Communication / Electronics& Communication / Power Engineering / Power Electronics / Electronics & Instrumentation / Instrumentation & Control /Instrumentation | — |
| SSC Education | 15 | First Class in M.Sc. (Maths/Operational Research) with Physics in B.Sc. OR First Class in M.Sc. (Physics/Nuclear Physics) with Maths in B.Sc. OR First Class in M.Sc. (Meteorology/Oceanology/ Atmospheric Science) OR BE / B.Tech Degree 60% Marks Computer Science/Information Technology/Computer Technology//Information Systems/Computer Engineering / Mechanical Engineering | — |
Important Dates
| Application Start | 29/11/2019 |
| Exam Date | February 2020 |
| Last Date To Apply | 19/12/2019 |
| Admit Card Available | 28/01/2020 |
Application Fee
| General | 215 |
| OBC | 215 |
| SC | 215 |
| ST | 215 |
| PH / / / PwD | 215 |
| 215 |
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Minimum Age | 23 years (as on 01/07/2020 for most posts) Years |
| Maximum Age | 24 years (as on 01/01/2000 for some posts) Years |
| Age Cutoff Date | 01/01/2000 to 01/07/2001 (varies by post) |
* Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
Varies by post. Typically, candidates need Class 10th/12th with 60% marks or BE/B.Tech with 60% marks in relevant fields. Some posts require M.Sc., MBA, MCA, or M.Tech degrees.
Documents Required
* Candidates must carry original documents for verification at the time of interview / document verification.
How To Apply
Visit the official website of Indian Navy (भारतीय नौसेना) — https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in.
Read the official notification carefully and check your eligibility.
Click on the "Apply Online" / "Registration" link for Indian Navy Entrance Test (INET) Various Post January 2021 Batch.
Complete the registration by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in all required details: personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if applicable), and address.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph (passport size), signature, and required documents as per the specifications.
Pay the application fee online (ऑनलाइन) through the available payment gateway (if applicable).
Review all entered details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application form and take a printout / save a PDF copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for the INET January 2021 batch?
The last date to apply online is 19 December 2019.
What is the application fee for General and OBC candidates?
The application fee for General and OBC candidates is ₹215.
What is the age limit for SSC Armament Inspection Cadre (NIAC) post?
The age limit is between 02/01/1996 to 01/07/2001.
What is the educational qualification required for SSC ATC post?
Candidates need a BE/B.Tech Engineering Degree in any stream with 60% marks or Class 10 and Class 12 with 60% marks.
When will the admit card for the INET exam be available?
The admit card is available from 28 January 2020.
What is the total number of vacancies for the INET January 2021 batch?
The total number of vacancies is 144.
What is the exam date for the INET January 2021 batch?
The exam date is scheduled for February 2020.
Is there any relaxation in the application fee for SC/ST/PH/Women candidates?
No, the application fee for SC/ST/PH/Women candidates is also ₹215.
What documents are required to apply for the INET exam?
Required documents include passport-sized photograph, signature, Class 10th and 12th mark sheets, engineering degree certificate (if applicable), caste certificate, PwD certificate, domicile certificate, NCC certificate, sports certificate, and any other relevant certificates.
What is the educational qualification for the SSC Education post?
Candidates need a First Class in M.Sc. (Maths/Operational Research) with Physics in B.Sc. OR First Class in M.Sc. (Physics/Nuclear Physics) with Maths in B.Sc. OR First Class in M.Sc. (Meteorology/Oceanology/ Atmospheric Science) OR BE / B.Tech Degree with 60% Marks in Computer Science/Information Technology/Computer Technology/Information Systems/Computer Engineering / Mechanical Engineering.
Where can I apply for the INET January 2021 batch?
Applications can be submitted online on the official website of the Indian Navy (https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in).
What is the application fee for PwD candidates?
The application fee for PwD candidates is ₹215.
What is the educational qualification for the SSC Logistics post?
Candidates need a BE / B.Tech in any stream or MBA / MCA / M.Sc IT OR B.Sc / B.Com with PG Diploma in Finance with First Class Marks.
What is the educational qualification for the SSC X IT post?
Candidates need a B.SC IT / MCA / M.Tech / M.SC IT / B.Tech Degree in Computer Science / IT with First Class Marks.
What is the age limit for the SSC General Service Hydro Centre post?
The age limit is between 02/01/1996 to 01/07/2001.