INDIAN NAVY INVITES ONLINE APPLICATIONS FROM UNMARRIED MALE CANDIDATES FOR ENROLMENT AS SAILORS FOR SENIOR SECONDARY RECRUITS IN MEDICAL BRANCH {SSR (MEDICAL)} – 02/2027 BATCH
Overview & Summary
Description: INDIAN NAVY INVITES ONLINE APPLICATIONS FROM UNMARRIED MALE CANDIDATES FOR ENROLMENT AS SAILORS FOR SENIOR SECONDARY RECRUITS IN MEDICAL BRANCH {SSR (MEDICAL)} – 02/2027 BATCH
Important Dates
7 milestones| Event / Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Application window for SSR (MED) Stage I (INET) 02/2027 | 14 Mar 2026 | Concluded |
| Correction window | 10 Apr 2026 | Concluded |
| Stage I - INET | 1 May 2026 | Concluded |
| Result declaration of Stage I - INET | 1 May 2026 | Concluded |
| Shortlisting & Issue of Call up letters Stage II for SSR (MED) 02/2027 | 1 Feb 2027 | Current / Active |
| Stage II for SSR (MED) 02/2027 | 1 Mar 2027 | Upcoming |
| Induction at Chilka for SSR (MED) 02/2027 | 1 May 2027 | Upcoming |
Important Dates
Application window for SSR (MED) Stage I (INET) 02/2027
14 March 2026
Correction window
10 April 2026
Stage I - INET
1 May 2026
Result declaration of Stage I - INET
1 May 2026
Shortlisting & Issue of Call up letters Stage II for SSR (MED) 02/2027
1 February 2027
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies
-
Eligibility Criteria
Additional Information
Eligibility Conditions: Online applications are invited from unmarried male candidates (who fulfil eligibility conditions as laid down by the Government of India) for enrolment as sailors in Medical Branch for SSR (Med) in 02/2027 batch. The vacancies for SSR (Med) will be earmarked in a state-wise manner.
Educational Qualifications
Qualified in 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB) from the Boards of School Education recognised by Ministry of Education, Govt. of India with 50% marks in aggregate and minimum 40% in each subject.
Nationality
Indian
Gender Eligibility
Physical Standards
Height
Minimum height standards for male is 157 cms.
Running
1.6 Km run 06 min 30 sec
Age Criteria
Additional Information
Age Criteria: Candidate should be born between 01 May 2005 - 31 Oct 2009 (Both dates inclusive).
Minimum Age
17.5
yearsMaximum Age
21.5
yearsEligibility Criteria
17.5 - 21.5 years
Application Fees
Fee Details
Examination Fee: An examination fee of Rs. 550/- (Rupees Five hundred fifty only) plus 18% GST has to be paid by candidate during the Stage I online application through online mode by using net banking or by using Visa/ Master/ RuPay Credit/ Debit Card/ UPI. Admit card will be issued for the examination only to those candidates who have successfully paid the examination fee.
Category-wise Application Fee
| category | amount | Status | notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | ₹550 | Payable | -- |
| total | ₹550 | ||
Online Payment
availableFee Payment Summary
Total Categories
1
Fee Range
₹550 -₹550
exempted_categories
0
Payment Modes
4
Selection Process
Selection Process
Selection Process: Stage-I INET exam will be conducted for SSR (MED) 02/2027 batch in May 26. Based on the marks obtained in stage I - INET, candidates will be shortlisted for the stage II for SSR (MED) 02/2027 separately.
Selection Stages7
Stage I - INET (Indian Navy Entrance Test)
EliminativeShortlisting for Stage II
EliminativePhysical Fitness Test (PFT)
EliminativeStage II - Written Exam
EliminativeRecruitment Medical Examination
EliminativeProvisional Select List
QualifyingPre-Enrolment Medicals
Eliminativerequirements
Exam Pattern
Exam Pattern
Complete examination structure and guidelines
About the Examination
Exam Pattern: The question paper will be computer-based with a total of 100 questions, each carrying 01 mark. The question paper will be bilingual (Hindi & English) and objective type (multiple-choice). The question paper will comprise of four sections i.e. English, Science, Biology and General Awareness. The standard of the question paper will be that of 10+2. Duration of examination will be one hour. The candidates are required to pass in all sections as well as in aggregate. The Indian Navy reserves the right to determine the pass marks in each Section and in aggregate. Penalty for Wrong Answer: Candidates should note that there will be penalty (Negative Marking) for wrong answers given by a candidate. There are four options for the answer to every question with only one correct option. For each question for which a wrong answer has been given by the candidate, one fourth (0.25) of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as penalty.
200
200
2 hr
Examination Scheme
Exam Papers
2 PapersStage I - INET (Indian Navy Entrance Test)
QualifyingStage II - Written Exam
QualifyingQualifying Criteria
Syllabus
Syllabus
Explore Resources
Important Note
Syllabus: Syllabus & sample papers for the examination are available on website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in
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Subject-wise Syllabus
4 SubjectsEnglish
Science
Biology
Salary & Allowances
Additional Information
Pay & Allowances: During the initial training period, a stipend of ₹14,600/- per month will be admissible. On successful completion of initial training, they will be placed in Level 3 of the Defence Pay Matrix (₹21,700-₹69,100). In addition, they will be paid MSP @ ₹5200/- per month plus DA (as applicable).
Pay Level
Level 3 (Defence Pay Matrix)
Basic Pay
₹21,700
Total Basic
₹21,700
Basic + Grade Pay
Gross Salary
₹21,700-₹69,100
(Basic Pay + allowances)
Required Documents
Document Requirements
Required Documents: The original documents uploaded by the candidates during online filling of application viz original certificates, mark sheets, Domicile certificate and NCC certificate (if held) are to be brought by the candidate at all stages of recruitment (including INS Chilka). Original documents will be verified at every stage of recruitment. If the details provided in 'online application' are not matching with original documents at any stage, the candidature will be cancelled.
Total Documents
6
Mandatory
6
Optional
0
categories
3
General Document Requirements
Domicile certificateMandatory
Mark sheetsMandatory
NCC certificate (if held)Mandatory
Original certificatesMandatory
Passport size recent color photograph (taken not before Mar 26) of size 10 KB to 50 KB (front portrait in light background without head gear except for Sikhs). Photograph is to be taken with candidate holding a black slate in front of his/her chest with his/her name and date of photograph taken, clearly written on it with white chalk in capital letters.Mandatory
Police Verification Form/Online Police Verification FormMandatory
How to Apply
Application Instructions
How to Apply: Candidates can apply for Stage I INET 2026 for SSR (MED) 02/2027 batch online only on the website https://joinindiannavy.gov.in from 14 Mar (00:01 hrs) to 06 Apr 2026 (17:00 hrs). Candidates are advised to fill up correct details while filling the online application. Incorrect declaration of information by candidates, identified at any stage would result in cancellation of candidature. The application may be uploaded from Common Service Centers (CSC) across the country, fee of Rs 60 + GST. This facility is entirely optional.
Step-by-Step Application Guide
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
Application Centers
Application Centers
Choose your preferred exam location
Center Information
Centre Allocation: Candidates have to give three city preferences for Indian Naval Entrance Test (INET). Candidates can be allotted any other location view administrative reasons. Choice of Centre cannot be changed once selected by the candidate or allotted by the Indian Navy.
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at the discretion of the Indian Navy
Center Selection Policy
Preference Selection Available
Candidates can choose their preferred exam centers
Allotment Basis
at the discretion of the Indian Navy