Indian Navy SSR Medical 02/2027
The Indian Navy has issued the recruitment notification for Senior Secondary Recruits in Medical Branch (SSR Medical) – 02/2027 Batch. The notification includes the Stage I INET examination schedule, result declaration timeline, eligibility conditions, examination pattern, physical standards and subsequent selection process for unmarried male candidates.
Post Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Navy, Naval Headquarters, New Delhi |
| Post Name | Senior Secondary Recruits in Medical Branch (SSR Medical) |
| Batch | SSR (Medical) 02/2027 |
| Category | Result / Recruitment Update |
| Candidate Eligibility | Unmarried male candidates |
| Total Vacancies | State-wise vacancies; the notification does not specify the total number |
| Qualification | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology, with 50% aggregate marks and at least 40% marks in each subject |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Status | Stage I INET result is scheduled to be declared in May–June 2026 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Timeline |
|---|---|
| Stage I INET Application Start | 14/03/2026 at 00:01 hours |
| Last Date to Apply | 06/04/2026 at 17:00 hours |
| Correction Window | 10/04/2026 to 11/04/2026 |
| Stage I INET Examination | May 2026 |
| Stage I INET Result Declaration | May–June 2026 |
| Shortlisting and Issue of Call-Up Letters | February 2027 |
| Stage II SSR Medical Process | March 2027 |
| Induction at INS Chilka | May 2027 |
| Basic Training Commencement | May 2027 |
The dates mentioned for recruitment activities are tentative. Exact dates will be published on the Candidates Registration Portal.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | ₹550 + 18% GST |
The examination fee is payable online through net banking, Visa, MasterCard or RuPay credit/debit card, or UPI. The fee is charged only during the Stage I INET application. No separate fee is applicable for Stage II. The fee is non-refundable. An optional Common Service Centre facility is available at a charge of ₹60 plus GST.
Age Limit
Candidates must have been born between 01/05/2005 and 31/10/2009, both dates inclusive. Candidates appearing in the Class 12 Board Examination during the 2025–26 academic year may also apply, subject to fulfilling all other eligibility conditions and producing the original marksheet during the recruitment process.
Eligibility / Qualification
- The applicant must be an unmarried male candidate.
- The candidate must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology from a Board of School Education recognised by the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
- The candidate must secure at least 50% aggregate marks and a minimum of 40% marks in each subject.
- Class 12 candidates appearing in the 2025–26 Board Examination may apply, but selection will be subject to production of the original marksheet and achievement of the prescribed marks.
- Sponsor candidates and candidates holding an NCC ‘C’ Certificate may be exempted from the Stage I INET examination after verification of their original certificates. Eligible verified candidates will be directly issued a call-up for the Stage II process.
Result Details
The Stage I INET result will be declared as Pass/Fail, along with the marks obtained by the candidate, on the candidate’s online dashboard at the Indian Navy recruitment portal. Candidates shortlisted for Stage II will be selected on the basis of Stage I INET marks through state-wise shortlisting.
The shortlisting cut-off may vary from state to state because vacancies are allotted state-wise. In case candidates with the same percentage exceed the required number, priority will be given on the basis of date of birth, with candidates having an earlier date of birth being considered first.
The Stage II provisional select list will be prepared on the basis of performance in the Stage II written examination, subject to qualification in the Physical Fitness Test and Recruitment Medical Examination. The final merit will be state-wise, and results will be published on the candidate’s dashboard.
Exam Pattern
Stage I – Indian Navy Entrance Test (INET)
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Mode | Computer-based examination |
| Question Type | Objective multiple-choice questions |
| Medium | Hindi and English |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Marks per Question | 1 mark |
| Duration | 1 hour |
| Sections | English, Science, Biology and General Awareness |
| Standard | 10+2 level |
| Negative Marking | One-fourth mark, or 0.25 mark, deducted for each incorrect answer |
Candidates must pass each section as well as the examination in aggregate. The Indian Navy will determine the qualifying marks. The examination centre will be allotted at the discretion of the Indian Navy.
Stage II – Written Examination
The Stage II written examination will be conducted only for candidates who qualify in the Physical Fitness Test. It will contain 100 objective questions carrying 1 mark each, will be bilingual in Hindi and English, and will have a duration of one hour. The sections will be English, Science, Biology and General Awareness at the 10+2 standard.
Physical Fitness Test
Qualifying in the Physical Fitness Test is mandatory for selection.
| Activity | Required Standard |
|---|---|
| 1.6 km Run | 6 minutes 30 seconds |
| Squats | 20 |
| Push-ups | 15 |
| Bent-Knee Sit-ups | 15 |
Proficiency in sports, swimming and extracurricular activities is desirable.
Medical Standards
- Minimum height for male candidates: 157 cm.
- Visual standard: uncorrected vision 6/12 and 6/12; corrected vision 6/6 and 6/6.
- Colour perception must be CP Pass.
- Candidates must be in good physical and mental health and free from any disease or disability that may interfere with service duties.
- Permanent tattoos are permitted only on the inner face of the forearms and the reverse side of the palm or back of the hand. Tattoos elsewhere are not acceptable.
- Recruitment medical examination will be conducted by authorised military doctors.
- Candidates found medically unfit may appeal within five days at a designated military hospital allocated by the Indian Navy. No further review or appeal is permitted.
- Pre-enrolment medical formalities will be conducted at INS Chilka. Candidates who do not qualify will not be enrolled.
Selection Process
- Stage I Indian Navy Entrance Test (INET).
- State-wise shortlisting based on Stage I marks.
- Physical Fitness Test.
- Stage II written examination.
- Recruitment Medical Examination.
- State-wise provisional select list and merit list.
- Pre-enrolment medical formalities at INS Chilka.
- Induction and training.
Pay and Benefits
- Training stipend: ₹14,600 per month during the initial training period.
- After successful completion of training: Level 3 of the Defence Pay Matrix – ₹21,700 to ₹69,100.
- Military Service Pay: ₹5,200 per month, plus applicable Dearness Allowance.
- Promotion prospects extend up to Master Chief Petty Officer-I, Level 8 of the Defence Pay Matrix: ₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100, plus Military Service Pay and applicable Dearness Allowance.
- Books, reading material, uniforms, food and accommodation are provided as per entitlement.
- Other benefits include medical treatment, Leave Travel Concession, group housing benefits, annual and casual leave, children’s education allowance, house rent allowance, pension, gratuity and leave encashment as applicable.
- Insurance cover of ₹75 lakhs on a contribution basis is applicable.
- The initial engagement is for 20 years, subject to successful completion of training.
Admit Card and Candidate Instructions
The Stage I INET call-up letter and admit card must be downloaded from the Indian Navy website, tentatively one week before the online examination. No admit card will be sent by post. Candidates must provide three city preferences, although the Indian Navy may allot another examination location for administrative reasons.
Original certificates, mark sheets, domicile certificate and NCC certificate, if applicable, must be produced during every stage of recruitment. Any mismatch between the online application and original documents may result in cancellation of candidature. Candidates must not submit multiple applications or provide incorrect domicile, gender or other details.
A recent colour passport-size photograph taken not before March 2026, sized between 10 KB and 50 KB, must be uploaded. A live photograph will also be captured through the webcam during the application process. Mobile phones and other communication devices are prohibited inside the examination premises.
