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About The Career
The Navy defends India’s coastline and maritime interests. Careers are available for officers and sailors across operational, technical, and support roles — on ships, submarines, and bases. It’s a life combining adventure, service, and scientific excellence.
Indian Navy
Persona (Who suits this career best?)
Minimum Required Qualification
- Loves the sea, technology, and teamwork
- Mentally alert and physically fit
- Problem solver with leadership qualities
- Officer: 10+2 or Graduation
- Sailor: 10th or 12th pass
Stream of Study
Entry Pathways
- Science (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics preferred)Science (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics preferred)
- Commissioned (Officer) Entries: NDA (after Class 12) CDS (after Graduation) 10+2 B.Tech Entry (for PCM students) Direct Entry for Engineers, Education Branch, or Naval Architects
- Non-Commissioned (Sailor) Entries: Senior Secondary Recruit (SSR): 10+2 (PCM) Matric Recruit (MR): Class 10 pass (Chef, Steward, Hygienist) Agniveer (SSR/MR): 10+2 or 10 pass Entry via Indian Navy Agniveer Recruitment
Average Starting Salary
- Non Commissioned Ranks: ₹21,000 - ₹30,000 /month
- Comissioned / Officer Rank:₹56,100 – ₹61,300 per month
