Indian Navy Invites Applications For B.Tech Cadet Scheme; Get Update Here

The Indian Navy has invited applications for the 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme (Permanent Commission) for the course that begins from July 2026 at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala. For more details, aspiring candidates can apply through the official website joinindiannavy.gov.in. 

The Indian Navy 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme is intended for unmarried male and female candidates who wish to be appointed as Permanent Commissioned Officers in the Executive and Technical branches of the Indian Navy. The candidates who pass the examination will get a completely funded degree of four years B.Tech at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala.

Applications opened on January 3, 2026, and close on January 19, 2026. The course begins in July 2026, with selection interviews (SSB) starting in March 2026 onwards at various locations

Total Vacancies And Other Details

• Total Vacancies: 44 (Executive and Technical branches).

• Target Gender: Unmarried men and women (a maximum of 07 vacancies reserved for women).

• Course Commencement: July 2026. 

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill the age, academic, and examination requirements to be eligible for admission in the referenced scheme.

• The DOB must be between January 2, 2007, and July 1, 2009 (both dates inclusive)

• Passed 10+2 or equivalent examination

• Minimum 70% aggregate in PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)

• Minimum 50% marks in English

• Appearance in JEE (Main) 2025 is mandatory

Selection Process

The selection process is conducted in multiple stages to assess academic merit, leadership qualities, and medical fitness.

• The selection is based on the score of JEE (Main) 2025 Common Rank List (CRL)

• SSB interviews for shortlisted candidates starting in March 2026

• Medical examination for candidates recommended by the SSB

How to Apply

Candidates must complete the online application process within the specified timeline and guidelines.

• Apply online through joinindiannavy.gov.in. 

• Upload required documents, including JEE (Main) 2025 scorecard.

• Last date to apply: January 19, 2026

• No application fee.

• Only one application per candidate is permitted.