THE INDIAN NAVY

INVITES ENGINEERS TO JOIN AS SHORT SERVICE COMMISSIONED OFFICERS IN

EXECUTIVE BRANCH (GENERAL SERVICE/HYDRO CADRE/INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY)
AND TECHNICAL BRANCH (GENERAL SERVICE/SUBMARINE/NAVAL ARCHITECTURE) JUN 2017 COURSE

DATE OF OPENING 13 AUG 16

LAST DATE FOR ONLINE APPLICATION 03 SEP 16

1. Applications are invited from unmarried eligible candidates for grant of Short Service Commission in Executive Branch viz

General Service/Hydro/IT and Technical Branch viz General Service/Submarine/Naval Architecture of the Indian Navy for Jun
17 Course at Indian Naval Academy (INA) Ezhimala, Kerala. Candidates must fulfill conditions of nationality as laid down by
the Government of India.
ELIGIBILITY CONDITIONS
2. Age. 19 to 25 Years, born between 02 Jul 1992 & 01 Jan 1998; both dates inclusive.
3. Educational Qualifications. Candidates should have passed Engineering degree or in the final year of Engineering course:
Sl.
Branch/ Cadre
No.
EXECUTIVE BRANCH
General Service/
(a)
Hydrography Cadre
(b)

Eligible streams of BE/B.Tech

Gender

BE/B.Tech (Any Discipline)

(i) BE/B.Tech (Computer Science/Computer Engg/IT) (ii) B.Sc (IT)
(iii) M.Tech (Computer Science) (iv) BCA/MCA

IT

Minimum
(%)

Only Men

60 %

Only Men

60 %

Technical Branch
(c)

Engineering Branch
(General Service)

(d)

Electrical Branch
(General Service)

(e)

Engineering Branch
(Submarine)

(f)

Electrical Branch
(Submarine)

(g)

Naval Architecture

(i) Mechanical (ii) Marine (iii) Automotive (iv) Mechtronics

(v) Industrial & Production (vi) Metallurgy (vii) Aeronautical
/Aerospace (v) BS Marine Engg

Only Men

(i) Electrical (ii) Electronics (iii) Tele Communication

(iv) Instrumentation (v) Instrumentation and Control Engg
(vi) Electronics and Instrumentation (vii) Electronics and
Communication (viii) Power Engineering (ix) Control System
(x) Power Electronics
(i) Mechanical (ii) Marine (iii) Automotive (iv) Mechtronics
(v) Industrial & Production (vi) Metallurgy (vii) Aeronautical
/Aerospace (viii) BS Marine Engg. (ix) Instrumentation (x)
Instrumentation & Control (xi) Automation & Robotics (xii)
Industrial Engg. & Management (xiii) Production Engg.
(i) Electrical (ii) Electronics (iii) Control (iv) Telecommunication
(v) Instrumentation (vi) Power Engg (vii) Electronics &
Communication (viii) Control System (ix) Power Electronics
(i) Mechanical (ii) Civil (iii) Aeronautical (iv) Aerospace
(v) Metallurgy (vi) Naval Architecture

60 %

Only Men

60 %

Only Men

55 %

Only Men

55 %

Men &
Women

60 %

Note: - (i) Only one application is to be filled by a candidate. (ii) Technical Branch candidates as mentioned above at Ser. No.
(c) & (d) can also be allotted Air Technical Specilisation/appointed as Air Technical Officer by IHQ MoD (Navy) (iii) Candidates
must have minimum of 60% marks overall aggregate on completion of BE/B.Tech. The candidates failing to meet minimum cut
off percentage will not be permitted to join INA Ezhimala. (iv) Candidates who are eligible for more than one branch/cadre
should mention their preference in the application. (v) Candidates will be shortlisted for SSB based on their first preference. (vi)
However, if not shortlisted for the first preference you may be considered for alternate branch/cadre subject to availability of
spare slots in SSB batches of that branch/cadre. (vii) Once shortlisted for a branch/cadre subsequent stages of selection
process (SSB, medicals & meriting) will be exclusively for the branch/cadre only.
4. Physical Standards.
(a) Height& weight. Minimum height Male 157 cm, Female 152 cm with correlated weight.
(b) Eye sight.
S.NO.

Branch/Specialisation

(i)

Executive (GS/Hydro)

(ii)

Executive (IT)

(iii)

Technical (General Service)

(iv)

Technical (Submarine)

(v)

Technical (Naval Architecture)

Eye Sight
Without glasses
6/12
6/12
6/60
6/60
6/24
6/24
6/24
6/24
6/60
6/60

With glasses
6/6
6/6
6/6
6/12
6/6
6/6
6/6
6/6
6/12
6/12

NOTE: - (i) All candidates recommended by SSB will have to undergo medicals as per extant regulation. There is no relaxation
in medical standard on any ground
(ii) Tattoo. Permanent body tattoos are not permitted on any part of the body, however, certain concessions are permitted to
candidates belonging to tribal areas communities as declared by the Government of India. For other candidates permanent
body tattoos are only permitted on inner face of forearms i.e. from inside of elbow to wrist and on the reverse side of palm/back
(dorsal) side of hand. Details in this regard are available on the naval recruitment website: www. joinindiannavy.gov.in
THE NAVY OFFERS YOU
5. Pay Scale & Promotions. The promotion from Sub Lieutenant to Commander is on time scale basis and thereafter on
selection basis subject to fulfillment of requisite service conditions. The Pay Scale and promotion criteria are as follows (being
revised as per 7th CPC):RANK
PAY BAND/SCALE
GRADE PAY
MSP
Sub Lieutenant
PB-3/15600-39100
5400
6000
Lieutenant
PB-3/15600-39100
6100
6000
Lieutenant Commander
PB-3/15600-39100
6600
6000
Commander
PB-4/37400-67000
8000
6000
6. Allowances (as applicable). The rates of allowances applicable to officers are as follows (being revised as per 7th CPC):Allowances

To whom granted

Rate Per Month (in Rs)

Technical
Instructional
MARCOs
Submarine
Diving
Sea Going
Uniform
Hard Area
House Rent
Transport

Technical Officers
All officers posted as instructors
Qualified as MARCOs
Qualified Submariner
Clearance/Ships Diver
All Naval Officers serving onboard Ships (Sailing only)
All Officers
All Officers posted in Hard Area as declared by Govt.
Officers not provided Govt. Accommodation
All Officers

3000-7250/pm depending on courses qualified

2700/pm
13500 - 21000/pm
13500 - 21000/pm
1200/600/pm
6300-7800/pm on basis of Rank
24000 (Initial grant) & 7500 (Every 3 Yrs)
25% of BP+GP+MSP
10-30% of Basic (Pay Band+Grade Pay+MSP)
1600-3200 (+DA thereon)

7. Cost to Company (CTC). The CTC for a Sub Lieutenant would be approximately Rs. Rs 74,100/- to 90,600/- per month. This
includes Basic Pay, DA, Grade Pay, Military Service Pay, House Rent Allowances, Transport Allowance, Ration Allowance and
kit Maintenance Allowance. These rates are likely to increase post implementation of 7th CPC.
8. Privileges. In addition to the CTC mentioned above, Navy provides free medical facilities for self & dependents, LTC,
Canteen Facilities, Entitled Ration, Mess/Club/Sports facilities, Furnished Govt Accommodation, Car/Housing Loan at
subsidised rate.

LAST DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION 13 SEP 16

9. Group Insurance & Gratuity. Insurance cover of Rs. 57 lakhs for Submarine Specialisation and 50 lakhs for
Tech. and Executive Branch (GS) (on contribution). Gratuity will be granted to the officer as per the latest rules in
force. These rates are likely to increase post implementation of 7th CPC.
10. Leave Entitlements. On Commission, officers are entitled to 60 days annual leave and 20 days casual leave
40% rail concession to any place and free travel (as per extant rules) for self and dependents. Leave during training
period will be as per the Training Policy in force.
11. Sports & Adventure. The Navy provides facilities to pursue any sport of your liking. In addition, one can learn
and participate in adventure sports, such as river rafting, mountaineering, hot air ballooning, hang gliding, wind
surfing etc.
12. SHORT SERVICE COMMISSION Short Service Commission in Tech. Branch (Submarine) and
Executive
Branch (Hydro) is granted for a term of 14 years. For Executive Branch (GS/IT), Engineering Branch (GS/NA)
and Electrical Branch (GS) - SSC is granted initially for 12 years extendable to 14 years subject to service
requirement/ performance and willingness of the candidates. Extension beyond 14 years is not permitted for any
branches/specialisation.
13. DUTIES OF OFFICER Please visit website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in for information on duties of officers for
respective branches/cadre.
14. SELECTION PROCEDURE

The selection procedure is as follows:-

(a)
IHQ of MoD reserves the right to shortlist applications and to fix cut off/ percentage of marks without assigning
any reason. No communication will be entertained on this account. SSB interviews for short listed candidates will be
scheduled at Bangalore/Bhopal/Coimbatore/Visakhapatnam during Nov 16 to Mar 17.
(b) SSB interview will be conducted in two Stages. Stage I test consisting of Intelligence Test, Picture Perception
and Discussion test will be conducted on the first day of arrival at SSB. Candidates who fail to qualify in Stage I will
be routed back on the same day. Stage II tests comprising of Psychological testing, Group testing and Interview will
last for 04 days. Successful candidates will thereafter undergo Medical Examination (approx duration 03-05 days).
(c)
Candidates recommended by the SSB and declared medically fit will be appointed for training as per all India
merit depending on the number of vacancies.
(d) Change of SSB Centre for interview is not permissible under any circumstance.
(e) Any correspondence regarding change of SSB dates be addressed to the call up officer of the SSB on receipt
of call up letter. Candidates are to download the call up letter on receiving intimation from IHQ MoD (N) by
SMS/email.
(f)
No compensation will be paid in respect of any injury sustained as a result of tests during SSB interviews.
(g) AC 3 tier rail fare is admissible for the SSB interview, if appearing for the first time for that type of commission.
TRAINING
15. Training is scheduled to commence in Jun 2017 at Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala. After training candidates
will be inducted as officers in the rank of Sub Lieutenant.
16. Candidates selected for Tech (GS) & (NA)/IT and Executive Branch will undergo 22 Weeks Naval Orientation
Course and candidates selected for Executive GS(X)/Hydro will undergo 44 Weeks Naval orientation Course at the
Naval Academy, Ezhimala followed by professional training in Naval Ships and Training Establishments. Full pay &
allowances are admissible to officers whilst under training. They will be on probation for a period of two years, during
which they are liable to be discharged if their performance is unsatisfactory.
17. Candidates finally selected for Submarine Specialisation, will be inducted as officers in the rank of Sub
Lieutenant and undergo 22 weeks Naval Orientation Course at the Naval Academy, Ezhimala, Kerala followed by
professional training in other Naval Training Establishments/Ships. On completion of the training the candidates will
have to pass Submarine Qualifying Board. The candidate who fails to qualify in the submarine qualifying Board
will not be retained in service. The candidates will be entitled for Submarine allowances up to Rs. 21,000/per month, only after qualifying the Submarine Qualifying Board. These rates are likely to increase post
implementation of 7 CPC.
18. Only unmarried candidates are eligible for training. Any candidate who is found to be married or marries while
under training will be discharged and shall be liable to refund full pay & allowances drawn by him/her and other
expenditure incurred on the candidate by the Government.
HOW TO APPLY
19. Candidates are to fill in e-application' (Online) for the entry. The candidates are to apply online (e-application)
from 13 Aug 16. The online application registration will cease on 03 Sep 16. The procedure for applying online is
explained in Paras 20 & 21 below.
IMPORTANT - Please read the instructions given on the website carefully before submitting your eapplication form.
20. Online (e-application). Whilst filling up the e-application, it is advisable to keep the relevant documents readily
available to enable the following:(a) Correct filling up of personal particulars. Details are to be filled up as given in the Matriculation Certificate
(b) Fields such as e-mail address, mobile number are mandatory fields and need to be filled.
21. Filling up of e-application .For filling up application Online visit our website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in and
proceed as follows:(a) Click on the Officer Entry button under the option 'Apply Online' on the Home Page.
(b) Fill the online registration form. Tips to assist in filling up fields have been provided as you highlight each field
(c) After filling the form click on Preview and check if all the information entered by you are correct.
(d) Before clicking the Print Application button it should be checked whether all the details entered in the form is
correct as you will not be able to make any corrections after saving the record. Candidates can take the print of the
application form by entering the relevant details.
(e) Candidates can read the instructions on conduct of SSB by clicking on the instruction for SSB button and can
take the print of the application form by entering the details from the download sections under officer entry.
(f) Print two copies of the online Application Form having the system generated Application Number.
(g) Paste recent passport size colour photograph at the space provided and self attest the same
(h) One copy of this Application Form is to be duly signed and mailed (posted) to Post Box No. 04, Chankya
Puri PO, New Delhi - 110 021 along with the following documents:- Self attested photo copies of 10th & 12th
class certificates along with Mark Sheets, other educational certificates and mark sheets of all semester/years.
Application to be sent by ordinary post only. Speed post/courier and Registered post will not be accepted.
(j) A superscription is to be made on envelope: ONLINE APPLICATION NO. ________ . FOR SSC( indicate
branch) Jun 17 COURSE. Qualification______ Percentage _____%. NCC C Yes/No. Application and
requisite enclosures must be properly tagged/stapled; IHQ MoD (Navy) will not be responsible for loss of enclosures, if sent loose.
(k) Second copy of the complete application form is to be produce for SSB interview if short listed.
Note:(i) Final receipt of the printout of the Online Application Form with system generated Application Number
and all documents as mentioned in sub para (h) above if received by 13 Sep 16 will be the final
CONFIRMATION of receipt of your Application at IHQ MoD (Navy). Hence, only filling the application
Online/generation of Application No. does not imply that the candidate has fulfilled all the criteria given in
the advertisement.
(ii) Your application is subject to subsequent scrutiny and the application can be rejected, if found
INELIGIBLE/INVALID at any point of time.
The terms and conditions given in this advertisements are subject to change and
should therefore be treated as guidelines only
Details are also available on website: www.joinindian navy.gov.in

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