The Indian Navy invites online applications from unmarried male candidates for enrolment as sailors in the Senior Secondary Recruit (SSR) – Medical Assistant (Med) branch for the 02/2025 and 02/2026 batches. This is a golden opportunity for 10+2 qualified candidates with a background in science (PCB) to serve the nation in the esteemed Indian Navy.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB).
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks and at least 40% in each subject.
- Candidates appearing in the 2024–25 Class 12 board exams are also eligible but must produce original mark sheets at the time of selection.
2. Age Limit
- SSR (Med) 02/2025 Batch: Born between 01 Sep 2004 to 29 Feb 2008.
- SSR (Med) 02/2026 Batch: Born between 01 Jul 2005 to 31 Dec 2008.
Note: All candidates born between 01 Sep 2004 and 31 Dec 2008 can apply for INET 2025. Batch allocation will depend on age criteria.
💰 Pay, Perks & Promotion
- Stipend during training: ₹14,600/month
- Post-training Pay: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 + MSP ₹5,200 + applicable DA
- Promotion up to: Master Chief Petty Officer-I (Level 8, ₹47,600–₹1,51,100)
- Other Perks:
- Free food, books, accommodation, and uniforms
- Medical care, Leave Travel Concession, group housing benefits
- Annual & Casual Leave, Children Education & HRA
- Post-retirement benefits including pension and gratuity
- Insurance: ₹75 lakhs (contributory)
📝 Selection Process
🔹 Stage I – INET (Indian Navy Entrance Test)
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Applications | 29 Mar – 10 Apr 2025 |
| Correction Window | 14 – 16 Apr 2025 |
| INET Exam | May 2025 |
| Result Declaration | May 2025 |
Exam Pattern:
- Mode: Online (Computer-based)
- Duration: 1 hour
- Questions: 100 (1 mark each)
- Subjects: English, Science, Biology, General Awareness
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
Candidates must qualify in each section and in aggregate.
Exam Fee:
- ₹550 + 18% GST
- Fee to be paid online; no refund under any circumstances
🔹 Stage II – PFT, Written Exam, and Recruitment Medical
Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
- 1.6 km run: 6 min 30 sec
- 20 Squats, 15 Push-ups, 15 Bent-knee Sit-ups
- Sports and swimming proficiency desirable.
Stage II Written Exam
- Only for PFT-qualified candidates
- 100 objective-type questions (same subjects & format as INET)
Medical Examination
- Conducted by designated military hospitals
- Appeal allowed within 5 days if declared unfit
📜 Final Selection Process
Provisional Select List:
- Based on Stage II performance, PFT, and Medical Exam
- State-wise merit list
- Age and percentage tie-breaker via Date of Birth (older candidate preferred)
Pre-enrolment Medical:
- Conducted at INS Chilka
- Final selection subject to medical clearance
📅 Training & Engagement
- SSR (Med) 02/2025: Training starts Sep 2025
- SSR (Med) 02/2026: Training starts Jul 2026
- Training Location: INS Chilka, Odisha
- Initial Engagement: 20 years (subject to training completion)
- Candidates can be discharged during training/service if found unsuitable.
📌 Important Guidelines
- Applications only at www.joinindiannavy.gov.in
- Candidates can apply via Common Service Centres (CSC) (optional, ₹60 + GST)
- Upload recent photo with name and date on slate
- Only one application per candidate allowed
- No mobile phones or unfair practices at exam centers
📄 Medical & Visual Standards
- Minimum height: 157 cm
- Visual Standard:
- Uncorrected: 6/12, 6/12
- Corrected: 6/6, 6/6
- Colour Vision: CP Pass
- No tattoos except on inner forearms or back of hand
- Candidates must be mentally and physically fit
📝 How to Apply
- Apply Online from 29 Mar to 10 Apr 2025
- Correction window open from 14 to 16 Apr 2025
- Submit all required original documents and photograph
- No changes allowed after correction window closes
⚠️ Warnings & Disclaimer
- Do not fall prey to agents or touts – recruitment is purely merit-based
- Misrepresentation, fake documents, or misconduct can lead to disqualification
- Indian Navy’s decision at every stage is final
- Candidates must present police verification certificate at the time of joining
📆 Important Dates Snapshot
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 29 March 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 April 2025 |
| Correction Window | 14 – 16 April 2025 |
| INET Exam | May 2025 |
| Stage II SSR (Med) 02/2025 | July 2025 |
| Induction at INS Chilka | Sept 2025 |
| Stage II SSR (Med) 02/2026 | May 2026 |
| Induction at INS Chilka | July 2026 |
