The Indian Navy 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme (July 2026 Batch)

The Indian Navy 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme (July 2026 Batch), here is the comprehensive information you need.

Today, January 23, 2026, is the final extended deadline for online registration.

📅 Important Dates

| Event | Date |

|---|---|

| Notification Release | January 1, 2026 |

| Application Start Date | January 3, 2026 |

| Last Date to Apply (Extended) | January 23, 2026 (Today) |

| SSB Interview Dates | March 2026 onwards |

| Course Commencement | July 2026 |

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

To apply for this Permanent Commission entry, candidates must meet the following standards:

 * Marital Status: Unmarried Men and Women.

 * Educational Qualification: * Passed 10+2 (Intermediate) with at least 70% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM).

   * Minimum 50% marks in English (either in Class 10 or Class 12).

 * Mandatory Exam: Must have appeared for JEE (Main) 2025. Selection for the SSB interview is based strictly on the All India Common Rank List (CRL).

 * Age Limit: Born between January 2, 2007 and July 1, 2009 (both dates inclusive).

⚓ Vacancy Details

There are a total of 44 tentative vacancies for the Executive and Technical branches.

 * Women's Quota: A maximum of 7 vacancies are reserved for women candidates.

 * Training Location: Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala.

 * Degree: Cadets undergo a 4-year B.Tech course in streams like Mechanical, Electronics & Communication, or Applied Electronics. The degree is awarded by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU).

📝 How to Apply & Selection Process

 * Application: Apply online only via the official portal: [suspicious link removed]. There is no application fee.

 * Shortlisting: Based on your JEE Main 2025 CRL rank.

 * SSB Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a 5-day interview process at Bangalore, Bhopal, Kolkata, or Visakhapatnam.

 * Medical & Merit: Candidates who clear the SSB and medical examination will be placed on a merit list for final selection.

> Note: Ensure all documents (10th/12th marksheets, JEE Rank card, and ID proof) are scanned clearly. Illegible documents will result in immediate rejection of the application.