Overview
The Indian Navy has announced the SSR (Medical) 02/2027 recruitment for unmarried male candidates with a 10+2 PCB qualification. Applications are accepted online from 14 March to 06 April 2026. The selection involves an INET exam followed by physical fitness, written tests, and medical verification. Successful candidates receive a stipend during training and are placed in the Defence Pay Matrix with promotion prospects up to Level 8.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Navy, Directorate of Manpower Planning & Recruitment
- Qualification
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB) with 50% aggregate and minimum 40% in each subject.
- Last date to apply
- 06 April 2026
Important Dates
| inet_application_start | 14 March 2026 |
| inet_application_last_date | 06 April 2026 |
| inet_correction_window_start | 10 April 2026 |
| inet_correction_window_end | 11 April 2026 |
| stage_i_exam_date | May 2026 (tentative) |
| inet_result_date | May – June 2026 (tentative) |
| stage_ii_shortlisting_date | February 2027 (tentative) |
| stage_ii_call_up_date | March 2027 (tentative) |
| batch_induction_date | May 2027 (tentative) |
Important Links
Selection Process
Stage I – INET exam; Stage II – Physical Fitness Test, Written Examination, Recruitment Medical Pre‑Enrolment Medicals.
How to Apply
Verify eligibility (10+2 with PCB, 50% aggregate, 40% in each subject, unmarried male, born 01 May 2005 – 31 Oct 2009)., Visit the official website https://joinindiannavy.gov.in and navigate to the SSR (Med) 02/2027 recruitment section., Fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details., Upload required documents (photograph, signature, certificates) in the specified format., Pay the application fee of Rs 550 + 18% GST online., Submit the application before the last date (06 April 2026)., Print or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Indian Navy SSR (Med) Recruitment 02/2027 - Apply Online for Sailor (Medical Branch) Posts?
inet application start: 14 March 2026; inet application last date: 06 April 2026; inet correction window start: 10 April 2026; inet correction window end: 11 April 2026; stage i exam date: May 2026 (tentative); inet result date: May – June 2026 (tentative); stage ii shortlisting date: February 2027 (tentative); stage ii call up date: March 2027 (tentative); batch induction date: May 2027 (tentative)
What is the application fee?
All Candidates: Rs 550 + 18% GST
What is the age limit?
Born between 01 May 2005 and 31 Oct 2009 (both dates inclusive).
What is the selection process?
Stage I – INET exam; Stage II – Physical Fitness Test, Written Examination, Recruitment Medical Pre‑Enrolment Medicals.