The Indian Navy has released the notification for Agniveer (SSR) Recruitment 2026, inviting applications from eligible unmarried male and female candidates across India. This recruitment is conducted under the Agnipath Scheme, which offers young candidates an opportunity to serve in the armed forces for a period of four years. Candidates who have passed 10+2 with Mathematics and Physics can apply for the Senior Secondary Recruit (SSR) posts and begin their journey in one of India’s most prestigious defence services.
Interested candidates can submit their applications online through the official portal of the Indian Navy. The last date to apply is 06 April 2026⚓🇮🇳.
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What Inside This Guide
Quick Overview — Indian Navy Agniveer SSR 2026
| Detail | Official Information |
| Post Name | Agniveer Senior Secondary Recruit (SSR) |
| Conducting Body | Indian Navy — Directorate of Manpower Planning & Recruitment |
| Scheme | Agnipath Scheme (Government of India) |
| Batches | 01/2027 | 02/2027 |
| Gender | Unmarried Male & Unmarried Female |
| Qualification | 10+2 with Physics & Maths (min 50% aggregate) OR 3-yr Engineering Diploma OR 2-yr Vocational Course with Physics & Maths |
| Service Period | 4 Years (distinct rank — junior most rank in Indian Navy) |
| Permanent Retention | Up to 25% of each batch after 4 years (based on merit & org requirements) |
| Starting Package | ₹30,000/month (Year 1) with fixed yearly increment |
| Seva Nidhi (Tax-Free) | ~₹11.71 Lakhs on completion of 4 years |
| Application Mode | Online Only — joinindiannavy.gov.in |
| Application Dates | 14 Mar 2026 (00:01 hrs) to 06 Apr 2026 (17:00 hrs) |
| Exam Fee | ₹550 + 18% GST (paid online during Stage I – INET) |
| Official Website | https://joinindiannavy.gov.in |
What is Indian Navy Agniveer SSR
Indian Navy Agniveer SSR is a recruitment program where young candidates are selected to serve in the Navy under the Agnipath Scheme. SSR stands for Senior Secondary Recruit. Candidates who have passed Class 12 (10+2) with Mathematics and Physics can apply for this post. Selected candidates join the Navy as Agniveers and work in technical and operational roles on naval ships, submarines, and naval establishments.
Under the Agniveer SSR program, candidates serve in the Indian Navy for 4 years. During this period, they receive military training, salary, allowances, and skill development. After completing four years, up to 25% of Agniveers may be selected for permanent service based on performance and organizational requirements, while the remaining candidates receive a Seva Nidhi financial package and skill certificates to support their future careers. ⚓🇮🇳
Eligibility Conditions (Official)
Educational Qualification
You need ANY ONE of the following qualifications:
| Option | Qualification Required |
| A | Passed 10+2 with Mathematics & Physics from a Board recognized by Ministry of Education, Govt of India — with minimum 50% marks in aggregate. |
| B | Passed 3-year Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Automobiles / Computer Science / Instrumentation Technology / IT) from Central, State or UT recognized Polytechnic Institute — with 50% marks in aggregate. |
| C | Passed 2-year Vocational Course with non-vocational subjects Physics and Mathematics from Education Boards recognized by Central, State and UT — with 50% marks in aggregate. |
📝 NOTE: Class 12 students appearing in Board Exam 2025-26 are ALSO eligible to apply. However, they will be selected ONLY when they produce original marksheets during subsequent stages. Internet copy of marksheet is NOT acceptable.
Age Criteria — Batch-Wise (Official)
| Batch | Born Between (Both Dates Inclusive) | Remarks |
| Agniveer 01/2027 | 01 Dec 2004 – 31 May 2009 | Stage II: Oct 2026 | Induction: Dec 2026 |
| Agniveer 01/2027 | 01 May 2005 – 31 Oct 2009 | Stage II: Mar 2027 | Induction: May 2027 |
| Agniveer 02/2027 | — | — |
| INET 2026 Eligibility | 01 Dec 2004 – 31 Oct 2009 | Candidates eligible for INET 2026 (for both batches) |
Marital Status
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Only UNMARRIED Indian male and female candidates are eligible. Agniveers shall NOT be permitted to marry during their entire tenure of 4 years in the Indian Navy. A candidate shall be DISMISSED from service if he/she marries during tenure or is found to be already married despite giving certificate of being unmarried.
Official Timeline & Important Dates
| Recruitment Activity | Tentative Timeline |
| APPLICATION WINDOW (Stage I INET 2026 — Both Batches) | |
| Application window for Agniveer SSR 01/2027 & 02/2027 | 14 Mar – 06 Apr 2026 |
| Correction Window | 10 – 11 Apr 2026 |
| Stage I – INET Exam | May 2026 |
| Result Declaration of Stage I – INET | May – Jun 2026 |
| STAGE II — AGNIVEER 01/2027 | |
| Shortlisting & Issue of Call-up Letters | Sep 2026 |
| Stage II for Agniveer 01/2027 | Oct 2026 |
| Induction at INS Chilka (Agniveer 01/2027) | Dec 2026 |
| STAGE II — AGNIVEER 02/2027 | |
| Shortlisting & Issue of Call-up Letters | Feb 2027 |
| Stage II for Agniveer 02/2027 | Mar 2027 |
| Induction at INS Chilka (Agniveer 02/2027) | May 2027 |
⚠️ Note: The above-mentioned dates are TENTATIVE. Exact dates of each activity will be promulgated on the Candidates Registration Portal at joinindiannavy.gov.in.
Complete Selection Process
The selection happens in 2 major stages. Let’s understand both clearly:
| Stage | Stage Name | Details |
| Stage I | INET — Indian Navy Entrance Test | Online CBT | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | 60 Minutes | Bilingual | Negative Marking applies |
| Stage II | Physical Fitness Test (PFT) | Mandatory to qualify. Done at candidate’s own risk. See PFT standards table below. |
| Stage II | Written Examination (Stage II) | Conducted ONLY for PFT qualifiers | 100 MCQs | 60 Minutes | Same pattern as INET |
| Stage II | Recruitment Medical Examination | After PFT | Medically unfit candidates can appeal within 5 days at designated military hospital only |
| Final | Provisional Select List | Based on Stage II Written Exam marks (subject to PFT + Medical qualification). Merit is STATE-WISE. No interview. |
| Final | Pre-Enrolment Medical at INS Chilka | All selected candidates undergo Pre-Enrolment Medical at INS Chilka. Failing this = rejection. |
| Training | Training at INS Chilka, Odisha | Basic military training begins at INS Chilka. Can be discharged as ‘Unsuitable’ for unsatisfactory performance. |
✅ Shortlisting is done STATE-WISE. The cut-off marks for shortlisting may VARY from state to state as vacancies are allotted in a state-wise manner. If candidates have same percentage, priority is given to earlier Date of Birth (DOB).
Special Exemption: NCC ‘C’ Certificate Holders & Sponsor Candidates
🌟 SPECIAL BENEFIT: Sponsor candidates and NCC ‘C’ Certificate holders are EXEMPT from Stage I – INET exam. They are directly issued call-up for Stage II recruitment process based on eligibility. Original certificates must be uploaded during Stage I application. These are verified through CABS (Sponsor) and DG NCC (NCC ‘C’).
Stage I — INET Exam Pattern (Official)
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Standard |
| English | 25 | 25 | 10+2 Level |
| Science | 25 | 25 | 10+2 Level |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 | 10+2 Level |
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 | General |
| TOTAL | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | 60 Minutes |
| Feature | Details |
| Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) — Online |
| Language | Bilingual — Hindi & English |
| Question Type | Objective Type — Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Passing Criteria | Must pass in ALL sections AND in aggregate (sectional + overall cutoff) |
| Negative Marking | YES — 1/4 (0.25) marks deducted per wrong answer |
| Center Allocation | At discretion of Indian Navy (3 city preferences given by candidate) |
| Examination Fee | ₹550 + 18% GST (online payment only; non-refundable) |
⚡ NEGATIVE MARKING: For each WRONG answer = 0.25 marks deducted. You must pass in EACH section AND overall. Do not guess blindly! The Indian Navy reserves the right to determine pass marks in each section.
Physical Fitness Test (PFT) — Official Standards
🏃 Qualifying PFT is MANDATORY. Candidates undergo PFT at their own risk. Advisory: Proficiency in sports, swimming and extra-curricular activities is desirable.
| Gender | 1.6 km Run | Squats (Uthak Baithak) | Push-Ups | Bent Knee Sit-Ups |
| Male | 06 min 30 sec | 20 | 15 | 15 |
| Female | 08 min | 15 | 10 | 10 |
Medical & Physical Standards (Official)
| Uncorrected Vision | Corrected Vision | Colour Perception |
| 6/12, 6/12 | 6/6, 6/6 | CP PASS |
| Medical Standard | Official Requirement |
| Minimum Height | 157 cm for both Male and Female |
| Weight | As per height (BMI-based check) |
| Tattoos (Important!) | Permanent tattoos ONLY permitted on inner face of forearms (elbow to wrist) and back/dorsal side of hand. Tattoos on any other part of body = BARRED from recruitment. |
| Pregnancy (Female) | Any female found pregnant = disqualified. Should not have conceived at time of reporting or during entire 4-year tenure. |
| Gender Reassignment | Any candidate having undergone gender reassignment surgery will be declared UNFIT. |
| General Health | Must be in good physical and mental health, free from any disease/disability likely to interfere with duties — both ashore and afloat, under peace as well as war conditions. |
💡 Pro Tip from Official Notice: Candidates are advised to get their ears cleaned for wax, and tartar removed from teeth BEFORE the medical examination.
Pay, Allowances & Seva Nidhi — Full Official Details
Monthly Package — Year-Wise Breakdown
| Year | Customised Package (Monthly) | In Hand (70%) | Contribution to Agniveer Corpus Fund (30%) — by Candidate | Contribution to Corpus Fund by GoI |
| 1st Year | ₹30,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 2nd Year | ₹33,000 | ₹23,100 | ₹9,900 | ₹9,900 |
| 3rd Year | ₹36,500 | ₹25,550 | ₹10,950 | ₹10,950 |
| 4th Year | ₹40,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| Total in Corpus Fund | — | — | ₹5.02 Lakh | ₹5.02 Lakh |
💰 SEVA NIDHI: On completion of 4 years, Agniveers receive a one-time Seva Nidhi package = Their contribution (₹5.02 Lakh) + Government’s matching contribution (₹5.02 Lakh) = ~₹10.04 Lakh + interest. IMPORTANT: There is NO entitlement to gratuity and pensionary benefits.
Other Benefits & Insurance (Official)
| Benefit | Official Details |
| Additional Allowances | Risk and Hardship Allowance + Dress Allowance + Travel Allowance (as applicable) |
| Leave | 30 days per year. Sick leave as per medical advice. |
| Life Insurance Cover | ₹48 Lakh — Non-contributory, for entire 4-year engagement period |
| Death Compensation (Attributable) | ₹48 Lakh insurance + ₹44 Lakh one-time ex-gratia to Next of Kin (NOK) |
| Disability Compensation | ₹44 Lakh (100% disability) / ₹25 Lakh (75%) / ₹15 Lakh (50%) — one-time ex-gratia |
| Medical Facilities | At service hospitals (military) for entire engagement period |
| CSD (Canteen) Facilities | Entitled during engagement period |
| Permanent Enrolment | Up to 25% of each batch offered chance to apply for Regular Cadre after 4 years |
| Gratuity / Pension | NOT entitled to gratuity or pension |
| Ex-Serviceman Status | Agniveers are NOT eligible for ex-Servicemen status |
Important Terms & Conditions
| Term | Official Position |
| Service Duration | 4 years under Navy Act 1957. Agniveers form a DISTINCT rank — junior most rank in Indian Navy. |
| Retention after 4 years | Indian Navy is NOT obliged to retain Agniveers beyond 4 years. Up to 25% selected based on merit & organizational requirements. |
| Early Release | Agniveers CANNOT be released at own request before completion of 4 years. Only in most exceptional cases by competent authority. |
| Performance Discharge | Agniveers can be discharged as ‘UNSUITABLE’ at any time during training or service for unsatisfactory performance. |
| Marriage during service | STRICTLY PROHIBITED for entire 4-year tenure. Violation = Dismissal from service. |
| Naval Pension Rules | NOT governed by Naval Pension Regulations. No gratuity for engagement period. |
| Right to selection | Agniveers have NO right to be selected for further enrolment. Selection is at discretion of Indian Navy. |
How to Apply — Official Step-by-Step Process
🌐 Apply ONLINE ONLY at: https://joinindiannavy.gov.in | Application Window: 14 Mar 2026 (00:01 hrs) to 06 Apr 2026 (17:00 hrs)
| Step | Action |
| 1 | Visit joinindiannavy.gov.in and register online with required details. |
| 2 | Fill in personal, educational, and family details accurately. Choose 3 city preferences for INET exam center. |
| 3 | Upload passport-size recent colour photo (taken not before Mar 2026) of 10-50 KB. Photograph must be taken holding a black slate with name and date of photo written in white chalk in capital letters. |
| 4 | A live photograph will also be captured through webcam during form filling. |
| 5 | Scan and upload all original documents (certificates, marksheets, domicile, NCC certificate if any). |
| 6 | Pay Examination Fee: ₹550 + 18% GST via Net Banking / Visa / Master / RuPay Credit-Debit Card / UPI. Fee is NON-REFUNDABLE. |
| 7 | Submit application and take printout. Correction window: 10–11 Apr 2026 (2 days only). Do NOT submit multiple applications. |
| 8 | Download Admit Card (Call-up letter cum Admit Card) ~1 week before INET exam from website. No admit card will be sent by post. |
⚠️ Alternative: Application can also be uploaded at Common Service Centers (CSC) across the country — fee: ₹60 + GST (optional facility only).
Documents Required at Every Stage (Official List)
- Class 10 and Class 12 / Diploma / Vocational Course Original Marksheets and Certificates
- Domicile / Residence Certificate
- Aadhaar Card or any valid Government ID
- Passport-size colour photographs (recent, as per specification)
- NCC ‘C’ Certificate (if held — gives direct Stage II call-up!)
- Sponsorship Certificate (if applicable — verified through CABS)
- Police Verification Form from Superintendent of Police of respective jurisdiction
- All documents must be ORIGINALS — no internet copies accepted
Training Details (Official)
| Training Detail | Official Information |
| Training Location | INS Chilka, Odisha |
| Agniveer 01/2027 Training Start | Tentatively December 2026 |
| Agniveer 02/2027 Training Start | Tentatively May 2027 |
| Performance | Agniveers can be discharged as ‘UNSUITABLE’ for unsatisfactory performance at ANY time during training or service tenure |
| Pre-Enrolment Medical | All selected candidates undergo pre-enrolment medical at INS Chilka. Failing = Rejection |
Important Warnings & Do’s / Don’ts (Official)
| ✅ DO THIS | ❌ DO NOT DO THIS |
| Apply well before the last date (14 Mar – 06 Apr 2026) | Do NOT submit multiple applications — candidature will be cancelled |
| Keep all original documents ready at all stages | Do NOT bring mobile phones inside examination premises |
| Get Police Verification done from Superintendent of Police before induction | Do NOT declare wrong Domicile / Gender — results in cancellation |
| Report for INET exam at least 30 minutes before reporting time | Candidates arriving 30+ minutes late for Stage I – INET = NOT allowed to appear |
| Upload NCC ‘C’ certificate during Stage I application if you have one | Do NOT submit provisional certificates or unauthorized documents |
| Report change in appearance (beard, head gear) — must match photograph | BEWARE OF AGENTS/TOUTS — Navy does NOT work through agents. Report to Police if harassed. |
After 4 Years — What Happens Next?
| Option | Details |
| Permanent Enrolment (25%) | Up to 25% of each batch offered opportunity to apply for Indian Navy Regular Cadre — based on objective criteria including performance during 4-year tenure. Selection at Indian Navy’s discretion. No right to selection. |
| Seva Nidhi (Tax-Free) | Receive ~₹10.04 Lakh+ (candidate + GoI equal contribution from corpus fund) as one-time Seva Nidhi package. |
| Central Armed Police Forces | Government policy gives priority/reservation to Agniveers in CAPF, Assam Rifles recruitment — check latest Govt notifications. |
| State Police & Govt Jobs | Many states offer age relaxation and priority to Agniveers — check respective state notifications. |
| No Pension / Gratuity | Agniveers are NOT entitled to pension, gratuity, or ex-Serviceman status after the 4-year period. |
| Further Education / Private Sector | Use Seva Nidhi, Navy training, discipline and experience for further education, entrepreneurship or private sector employment. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can married candidates apply?
NO. Only UNMARRIED candidates are eligible. Marriage during 4-year tenure = Dismissal.
Can Class 12 appearing students apply?
YES — but selected only on production of original marksheets during subsequent stages. Internet copies not accepted.
What is the application fee?
₹550 + 18% GST. Paid online only. Non-refundable under any circumstances.
Is there negative marking?
YES — 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer in INET and Stage II Written Exam.
Do NCC ‘C’ certificate holders appear for INET?
NO — they are EXEMPT from Stage I INET. Directly called for Stage II based on eligibility.
Is the merit list national or state-wise?
STATE-WISE. Cut-off marks vary from state to state as vacancies are allotted state-wise.
Can I choose my exam center?
You give 3 city preferences. Final allocation is at Indian Navy’s discretion.
Where is training held?
INS Chilka, Odisha.
Is Seva Nidhi taxable?
It is a corpus fund — refer to official notification. No gratuity/pension entitlement.
Can I leave before 4 years?
NO — release at own request is NOT permitted. Only in most exceptional cases by competent authority.
Where are tattoos allowed?
ONLY on inner face of forearms (elbow to wrist) and back/dorsal side of hand. Anywhere else = barred.
⚠️ DISCLAIMER: All information in this post is sourced directly from the Official Indian Navy Agniveer SSR Advertisement issued by Directorate of Manpower Planning & Recruitment. Terms and conditions are guidelines only and subject to change without notice. Always verify latest details at joinindiannavy.gov.in.
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