Name of Post:Indian Navy 10+2 -B.Tech Cadet Entry July Recruitment 2026
Short Details:
The Indian Navy has released the notification for the 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme for the course commencing in July 2026. This is a prestigious opportunity for unmarried male and female candidates to join the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, for a four-year B.Tech degree course.
Indian Navy 10+2 -B.Tech Cadet Entry July Recruitment 2026
Application Fee
💰 Application Fee
All Categories: ₹0 (Nil)
Payment Mode
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | January 1, 2026 |
| Application Start Date | January 3, 2026 |
| Application End Date | January 19, 2026 |
| SSB Interview Dates | March 2026 onwards (Tentative) |
Age Limits
🎂 Age Limit
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Born Between: January 2, 2007, and
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July 1, 2009 (both dates inclusive).
Vacancy Details
| Total Post |
| 44 |
| Educational Qualification: |
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🚀 How to Apply
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IMPORTANT LINKS
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Officel Notification | Click Here |
| Officel Wabsite | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who can apply for this scheme? Unmarried male and female candidates who have passed 10+2 with PCM and appeared for the JEE Main 2025 exam are eligible.
- Is there any entrance exam conducted by the Navy? No. There is no written exam for this entry. Candidates are shortlisted for the SSB Interview directly based on their JEE Main All India Rank (CRL).
- What is the minimum percentage required in Class 12? You must have at least 70% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) and at least 50% marks in English (either in Class 10 or 12).
- Can females apply for this entry? Yes, both men and women are eligible to apply for the 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme.
- What is the duration of the training? Selected candidates undergo a 4-year B.Tech degree course at the Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, Kerala, in Applied Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, or Electronics & Communication Engineering.
- Do I have to pay for the B.Tech degree? No. The entire cost of training, including books, clothing, and boarding, is borne by the Indian Navy.
Selection Process Overview
- Shortlisting: Based on JEE Main Rank.
- SSB Interview: 5-day process involving intelligence tests, psychological tests, group tasks, and an interview.
- Medical Exam: Candidates who clear the SSB must pass a rigorous medical fitness test.
- Merit List: Final selection is based on SSB marks and medical fitness.
