DefenceAll IndiaChecked 14 Jul 2026

Indian Navy Sailor – Artificer Apprentice (AA) & Senior Secondary Recruit (SSR) 02/2026 Recruitment 2026

Indian Navy Sailor recruitment 02/2026 for Artificer Apprentice (AA) and Senior Secondary Recruit (SSR) — 2,800 posts. AA recruits are trained as technical specialists (Engine Room, Electrical, Air); SSR are deployed as operational sailors (Navigation, Communication, Administration). Permanent Navy service with full pay, allowances, housing, and adventure at sea.

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Recruitment Summary

Organization
Indian Navy
Post Name
Sailor – Artificer Apprentice (AA) & Senior Secondary Recruit (SSR) 02/2026
Total Vacancies
2,800
Qualification
AA: 12th Pass with Physics, Chemistry & Maths (PCM – 60% aggregate). SSR: 12th Pass in any stream.
Last Date
15-07-2026
Location
All India
Age Limit
17 to 21 years. Born between 01-Aug-2005 and 31-Jan-2009. Only unmarried male candidates.
Salary / Pay
Pay Level 3 (Rs. 21,700 – Rs. 69,100) + Navy sea pay, kit allowance, ration, and housing allowances.
Application Fee
Rs. 205 + 18% GST (approximately Rs. 242 total).

Vacancy Details

PostVacancies
Artificer Apprentice (AA) – Technical Specialist (PCM required)~800
Senior Secondary Recruit (SSR) – Operational/Admin Sailor (any stream)~2,000

Exam / Selection Pattern

  • AA Written: Physics, Chemistry, Maths, English. 100 Qs, 100 marks, 60 minutes.
  • SSR Written: Maths, Science (Physics/Chemistry/Biology), English, GK. 100 Qs, 100 marks, 60 minutes.
  • PFT: 1.6 km run in 7 min, 20 squats, 10 push-ups.
  • Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer.

Selection Process

  1. 1Computer Based Examination (CBE) – Written test
  2. 2Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
  3. 3Medical Examination
  4. 4Merit-based joining for AA and SSR batches

How to Apply

  1. 1.Visit joinindiannavy.gov.in.
  2. 2.Register and apply for Sailor AA / SSR 02/2026.
  3. 3.Upload documents and submit before 15 July 2026.

Important Notes

  • AA entry requires PCM in Class 12 with 60% — technical aptitude and PCM preparation are key.
  • SSR has a broader syllabus (including Biology and GK) — more accessible but still highly competitive.