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Indian Navy Agniveer Recruitment 2026 SSR · MR · SSR (Med) — 01/2027 & 02/2027 Batches | INET 2026
Notification: 10 March 2026
Apply: 14 Mar – 06 Apr 2026
INET Stage I: May 2026
Training: INS Chilka, Odisha
Fee: ₹550 + 18% GST
Service: 4 Years (Agnipath)
⚓
SSR
Senior Secondary Recruit
🎓
MR
Matric Recruit
🏥
SSR Med
Medical Branch
📅
06 Apr
Last Date 2026
💰
₹30K
Starting Package/mo
🛡️
4 Yrs
Agnipath Service
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Recruitment Overview
Notification released 10 March 2026 — verified from official joinindiannavy.gov.in PDFs
| Conducting Authority | Indian Navy |
| Scheme | Agnipath Scheme — Short-Service Enrolment (4 Years) |
| Exam | Indian Navy Entrance Test (INET) 2026 |
| Posts | Agniveer (SSR) — Senior Secondary Recruit Agniveer (MR) — Matric Recruit Agniveer SSR (Med) — Medical Branch |
| Batches | SSR & MR: 01/2027 & 02/2027 | SSR (Med): 02/2027 only |
| Gender Eligibility | SSR & MR: Unmarried Male & Female | SSR (Med): Unmarried Male only |
| Vacancies | Trade-wise vacancies decided based on service requirements |
| Application Window | 14 March 2026 to 06 April 2026 (upto 05:00 PM) |
| Correction Window | 10 April – 11 April 2026 |
| Stage I INET Exam | May 2026 (exact date via registration portal) |
| Stage II — 01/2027 Batch | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Stage II — 02/2027 Batch | March 2027 (Tentative) |
| Training Location | INS Chilka, Odisha |
| Application Mode | Online only — joinindiannavy.gov.in |
| Application Fee | ₹550 + 18% GST (all candidates) |
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Important Dates
All dates from official notification dated 10 March 2026 — auto-updating status
📢Official Notification Released — SSR / MR / SSR (Med) All Batches10 March 2026
🟢Online Application Opens at joinindiannavy.gov.in14 March 2026
📅Last Date — Online Application & Fee Payment
Application portal closes at 05:00 PM sharp06 April 2026
Application portal closes at 05:00 PM sharp06 April 2026
✏️Application Correction / Edit Window10–11 April 2026
🖥️Stage I — INET Computer-Based Test (All Posts)May 2026
🏃Stage II — PFT + Written + Medical (Agniveer 01/2027)Will be updated on joinindiannavy.gov.in
🏃Stage II — PFT + Written + Medical (Agniveer 02/2027)Will be updated on joinindiannavy.gov.in
🎓Training Start — Agniveer 01/2027 Batch at INS ChilkaDecember 2026 (Tentative)
🎓Training Start — Agniveer 02/2027 Batch at INS ChilkaMay 2027 (Tentative)
⚠️ Last date to apply is 06 April 2026 at 05:00 PM. No extension or late applications accepted. Apply early at joinindiannavy.gov.in
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Post Types — At a Glance
Three distinct entries under Agnipath Scheme — know the key differences before applying
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Agniveer (SSR)
Senior Secondary Recruit
Batches 01/2027 & 02/2027 · Male & Female
Batches 01/2027 & 02/2027 · Male & Female
🎓
Agniveer (MR)
Matric Recruit
Batches 01/2027 & 02/2027 · Male & Female
Batches 01/2027 & 02/2027 · Male & Female
🏥
Agniveer SSR (Med)
Medical Branch
Batch 02/2027 only · Male only
Batch 02/2027 only · Male only
| Feature | Agniveer SSR | Agniveer MR | SSR (Med) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qualification | 10+2 with Physics & Maths (50%) | Class 10 (50%) | 10+2 PCB (50% agg., 40% each sub.) |
| Gender | Male & Female | Male & Female | Male only |
| INET Questions | 100 Qs / 100 Marks | 50 Qs / 50 Marks | 100 Qs / 100 Marks |
| Batches | 01/2027 & 02/2027 | 01/2027 & 02/2027 | 02/2027 only |
| Vacancy Allocation | Science & OTS Trades | Cook & Steward Trades | State-wise earmarked |
| Negative Marking | 0.25/wrong answer | 0.25/wrong answer | 0.25/wrong answer |
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Eligibility Criteria
Nationality, age limit and educational qualification — verified from official PDFs
🇮🇳 Nationality
Candidates must be a citizen of India. Only unmarried candidates are eligible. Married / widowed / divorced candidates are not eligible to apply under any category.
Age Limit — Date of Birth Range (Both Dates Inclusive)
| Batch | Post | Born Not Earlier Than | Born Not Later Than |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/2027 | Agniveer SSR | 01 December 2004 | 31 May 2009 |
| 01/2027 | Agniveer MR | 01 December 2004 | 31 May 2009 |
| 02/2027 | Agniveer SSR | 01 May 2005 | 31 October 2009 |
| 02/2027 | Agniveer MR | 01 May 2005 | 31 October 2009 |
| 02/2027 | SSR (Med) | 01 May 2005 | 31 October 2009 |
| Common DOB Range for INET 2026 Application | 01 December 2004 | 31 October 2009 | |
Educational Qualification — Post-wise
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Agniveer (SSR) — Senior Secondary Recruit
Option A Passed 10+2 with Mathematics & Physics (and at least one of Chemistry / Biology / Computer Science) from a recognised board — minimum 50% in aggregate and 50% in English.
Option B Passed a 3-year Engineering Diploma (Mechanical / Electrical / Automobiles / CS / IT / Instrumentation) from a Central/State/UT recognised Polytechnic — 50% in aggregate.
Option C Passed a 2-year Vocational Course with Physics & Mathematics as non-vocational subjects from a recognised Education Board — 50% in aggregate.
Option B Passed a 3-year Engineering Diploma (Mechanical / Electrical / Automobiles / CS / IT / Instrumentation) from a Central/State/UT recognised Polytechnic — 50% in aggregate.
Option C Passed a 2-year Vocational Course with Physics & Mathematics as non-vocational subjects from a recognised Education Board — 50% in aggregate.
🎓
Agniveer (MR) — Matric Recruit
Required Passed Matriculation Examination (Class 10) from a Board of School Education recognised by Ministry of Education, Govt. of India — minimum 50% marks in aggregate.
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Agniveer SSR (Med) — Medical Branch
Required Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Biology (PCB) from a recognised board — minimum 50% marks in aggregate AND minimum 40% marks in each individual subject. Only unmarried male candidates eligible.
⚠️ Key Points on Eligibility
- Only unmarried candidates eligible. No exceptions.
- Candidates appearing in final qualifying exam are also eligible — marksheet to be produced before Stage II.
- Non-Indian nationals are NOT eligible under any category.
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS age relaxation applicable as per Govt. of India rules.
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Application Fee
Same fee for all categories — no waiver for SC/ST/OBC/EWS
Examination Fee (All Candidates)
₹550
All categories — Male & Female
Plus 18% GST applicable
Total Payable (₹550 + 18% GST)
~₹649
Approximate total after GST
Non-refundable under any circumstances
Net BankingVisa / MasterCard DebitRuPay Debit / CreditUPI
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Salary & Seva Nidhi Package
Year-wise monthly package structure under Agnipath Scheme — fixed annual increments
Year 1
₹30,000
Monthly Package
In-hand: ₹21,000
Corpus Fund: ₹9,000
Corpus Fund: ₹9,000
Year 2
₹33,000
Monthly Package
In-hand: ₹23,100
Corpus Fund: ₹9,900
Corpus Fund: ₹9,900
Year 3
₹36,500
Monthly Package
In-hand: ₹25,550
Corpus Fund: ₹10,950
Corpus Fund: ₹10,950
Year 4
₹40,000
Monthly Package
In-hand: ₹28,000
Corpus Fund: ₹12,000
Corpus Fund: ₹12,000
🏦 Seva Nidhi on Exit After 4 Years (Tax-Free)
Agniveer's Corpus Fund Contribution (4 years total)~₹5.02 Lakh
Government Matching Contribution (equal amount)~₹5.02 Lakh
Total Seva Nidhi (without interest)~₹10.04 Lakh
Total Seva Nidhi (with accrued interest)~₹11.71 Lakh
Income Tax on Seva NidhiNil (Completely Tax-Free)
🛡️ Insurance & Leave
Non-contributory Life Insurance Cover₹48 Lakh
Annual Leave Entitlement30 Days/Year
Medical FacilitiesService Hospitals
🚀 Post-Service Benefits
Regular Cadre Enrolment (performance-based)Up to 25%
Priority in CAPFs / State Police / PSUApplicable
Skill Certificate on ExitIssued
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Selection Process
Two-stage process — INET Stage I → PFT + Stage II Written + Medical
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Stage I — INET Computer-Based Test (CBT) · May 2026
Online objective test. Candidates shortlisted for Stage II based on Stage I merit. Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong answer. Exam in Hindi and English. Results published on registration portal.
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Physical Fitness Test (PFT) — Stage II (Qualifying)
Mandatory qualifying round. Only Stage I shortlisted candidates are called. PFT must be cleared to appear in the Stage II Written Exam. Conducted at candidate's own risk — no appeal against disqualification.
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Stage II — Written Examination (Objective)
Only PFT-qualified candidates appear. SSR & SSR (Med): 100 questions. MR: 50 questions. Conducted in Hindi and English. Minimum section-wise marks required to qualify.
4
Recruitment Medical Examination
Clinical medical exam as per Indian Navy standards at a designated naval establishment. Candidates declared medically unfit are not eligible for appointment regardless of merit position.
5
Provisional Select List & Enrolment
Final merit based on Stage II Written Exam marks, subject to qualifying PFT and medical. For SSR (Med), merit is prepared state-wise. Enrolment subject to availability of vacancies in respective trades.
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INET 2026 Exam Pattern
Subject-wise breakup for Stage I CBT — SSR, MR and SSR (Med) differ
Stage I INET — Agniveer (SSR) & SSR (Med)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 25 | 25 | Common for SSR & SSR (Med) |
| Science | 25 | 25 | Common for SSR & SSR (Med) |
| Mathematics SSR / Biology SSR Med | 25 | 25 | Differs by post |
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 | Common for SSR & SSR (Med) |
| Total | 100 | 100 | Duration: 60 Minutes |
Stage I INET — Agniveer (MR)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Science & Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 50 | 50 |
Stage II Written Exam (after PFT)
| Post | Questions | Marks | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSR & SSR (Med) | 100 | 100 | Hindi & English |
| MR | 50 | 50 | Hindi & English |
📋 Exam Rules
- Negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer applies in both Stage I and Stage II.
- Candidates must achieve minimum qualifying marks in every section individually — overall marks alone do not qualify.
- Admit card for INET Stage I is available on the registration portal approximately 4–7 days before the exam date.
- Stage II exam centre is decided by the Indian Navy; no change of centre is permitted.
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Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
Stage II mandatory qualifying round — different standards for male and female
🧍 Male Candidates — PFT Standards
1.6 km RunWithin 6 min 30 sec
Squats (Uthak Baithak)20 times
Push-ups15 times
Bent Knee Sit-ups15 times
🧍♀️ Female Candidates — PFT Standards
1.6 km RunWithin 8 minutes
Squats (Uthak Baithak)15 times
Push-ups10 times
Bent Knee Sit-ups10 times
⚠️ Critical PFT Note
PFT is conducted at the candidate's own risk. Indian Navy bears no responsibility for any injury. Failing PFT means no access to Stage II Written Exam — no exceptions, no appeals.
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Syllabus — INET 2026
Topic-wise syllabus for Stage I and Stage II — SSR, MR and SSR (Med)
📐 Mathematics (SSR)
Simplification, Number System
Ratio, Proportion, Percentage
Average, Profit & Loss, Interest (SI & CI)
Work & Time, Distance & Speed
Algebra, Trigonometry (Basic & Advanced)
Geometry, Mensuration (2D & 3D)
Linear & Quadratic Equations
Probability, Statistics
⚡ Science — Physics (SSR)
Nature of Matter, Universe
Electricity & Its Applications
Force, Gravitation, Motion
Work, Energy & Power
Heat & Thermodynamics
Light, Optics & Sound
Atomic & Nuclear Physics
Semiconductor, Electronics Basics
🌿 Biology (SSR Med)
Cell Structure & Function
Plant & Animal Kingdom Classification
Human Physiology — Digestive, Respiratory, Circulatory
Nervous System, Endocrine System
Reproduction in Plants & Animals
Genetics, Ecology & Environment
Disease, Immunity & Community Health
📖 English (SSR & SSR Med)
Reading Comprehension / Passage
Grammar — Tenses, Articles, Prepositions
Vocabulary — Synonyms, Antonyms
Idioms & Phrases, One-word Substitutions
Sentence Correction, Fill in the Blanks
Active/Passive Voice, Direct/Indirect Speech
🌍 General Awareness (All Posts)
Geography — Physical, Indian & World
Indian History & World Events
Current Affairs — National & International
Indian Constitution, Polity
Defence, Sports, Awards, Personalities
General Science, Books & Authors
🔢 Science & Maths (MR — Stage I)
Basic Science — Physics & Chemistry
Number System, HCF & LCM
Ratio, Proportion, Percentage
Average, Simple Interest
Mensuration, Time & Work
Distance, Speed & Time
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How to Apply Online
Step-by-step process — joinindiannavy.gov.in (active from 14 March 2026)
1
Visit Official Recruitment Portal
Open www.joinindiannavy.gov.in. Click on the 'Careers' tab in the top navigation bar to access active recruitments.
2
Select Your Post & Batch
Click on the appropriate link — Agniveer (SSR) 01/2027 & 02/2027, Agniveer (MR) 01/2027 & 02/2027, or SSR (Med) 02/2027 — and read the full notification PDF.
3
Create New Account / Register
Click 'Create Account'. Enter your name, date of birth, email ID and mobile number to generate a Registration Number and Password for login.
4
Log In and Complete Application Form
Log in with your credentials. Fill all sections accurately — personal details, educational qualifications, contact information and batch preference.
5
Upload Photo, Signature & Documents
Upload a scanned photograph with slate (name and date written on a white paper), signature, and supporting documents in JPG/PDF format. A live webcam photograph is also captured during registration.
6
Pay Examination Fee Online
Pay ₹550 + 18% GST via Net Banking, Visa/MasterCard/RuPay debit/credit card, or UPI. Fee is non-refundable once paid.
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Review, Submit & Save Confirmation
Carefully verify all details before final submission. Post-submission changes are only allowed in the correction window (10–11 April 2026). Download and retain the confirmation page for records.
📋 Documents Needed for Application
- Active personal email ID and mobile number
- Class 10 marksheet / certificate (all candidates)
- Class 12 / Diploma marksheet (SSR & SSR Med candidates)
- Recent passport-size photograph (name & date written on slate/paper)
- Scanned signature on white paper
- Caste/Category certificate if applicable
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Training at INS Chilka
Indian Navy's premier training establishment for sailors — Odisha
| Training Location | INS Chilka, Odisha |
| 01/2027 Batch — Training Start | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| 02/2027 Batch — Training Start | May 2027 (Tentative) |
| Training Scope | Physical conditioning, naval discipline, technical skills, weapon training, seamanship |
| Salary During Training | Full monthly package active from Day 1 of training |
| Unsatisfactory Performance | Agniveers may be discharged as "Unsuitable" by authorities |
🚢 About INS Chilka
INS Chilka, situated near the scenic Chilika Lake on the Odisha coast, is the Indian Navy's flagship training establishment for sailors. The facility delivers comprehensive basic training — physical conditioning, seamanship, technical instruction, and military discipline — transforming qualified civilians into combat-ready naval personnel ready to serve aboard ships and at naval stations across the country.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Most important questions about Indian Navy Agniveer Recruitment 2026
What is the last date to apply for Indian Navy Agniveer 2026?+
The online application window closes on 06 April 2026 at 05:00 PM. A limited correction window is available on 10 and 11 April 2026. Apply at joinindiannavy.gov.in.
Can female candidates apply for Indian Navy Agniveer 2026?+
Agniveer (SSR) and Agniveer (MR) are open to both unmarried male and female candidates. However, Agniveer SSR (Med) is currently open to unmarried male candidates only.
What is the qualification for Agniveer MR 2026?+
Passed Matriculation (Class 10) from a board recognised by the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India, with minimum 50% marks in aggregate. No higher qualification is required for MR.
What is the Seva Nidhi package after 4 years of service?+
On completing 4 years, Agniveers receive approximately ₹11.71 Lakh (with interest) as a one-time Seva Nidhi. This is fully tax-free. It combines the Agniveer's own Corpus Fund contributions with an equal Government matching contribution plus interest earned over the tenure.
Is there a chance of permanent Navy job after Agniveer tenure?+
Yes. Up to 25% of Agniveers, selected based on organisational requirements and individual performance, may be enrolled into the regular cadre of the Indian Navy. The remaining 75% receive Seva Nidhi, skill certificates, and preference in CAPFs, state police, and PSU recruitment processes.
What is the application fee for Indian Navy Agniveer 2026?+
₹550 plus 18% GST (approximately ₹649 total) for all candidates. There is no fee waiver for SC/ST/OBC/EWS. Payment is accepted via Net Banking, Visa/MasterCard/RuPay debit or credit card, and UPI. Fee is non-refundable.
What happens if I fail the Physical Fitness Test?+
Candidates who fail the PFT are not eligible to appear in the Stage II Written Exam. The PFT is conducted entirely at the candidate's own risk. No appeal is entertained against PFT disqualification under any circumstances.
What is the DOB range for Agniveer 2026 application?+
The common DOB range for the INET 2026 application is 01 December 2004 to 31 October 2009 (both dates inclusive). However, candidates must meet the specific DOB range of the batch they apply for — 01/2027 (01 Dec 2004–31 May 2009) or 02/2027 (01 May 2005–31 Oct 2009) — during subsequent stages.
When will INET Stage I be conducted?+
INET Stage I (Computer-Based Test) is expected to be conducted in May 2026. Exact exam date and centre will be communicated to shortlisted candidates via the registration portal. Admit cards are typically available 4–7 days before the exam.
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Official PDFs & Important Links
Direct links to official notification documents and application portal
Official Notification PDFs
📄Agniveer SSR 01/2027 & 02/2027 — Official Notification PDF (English)
📄Agniveer MR 01/2027 & 02/2027 — Official Notification PDF (English)
📄Agniveer SSR (Med) 02/2027 — Official Notification PDF (English)
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