ELIGIBILITY CONDITIONS
1. Online applications are invited from unmarried male candidates (who fulfill eligibility conditions as laid
down by the Government of India) for enrolment as sailors for AA and SSR for 500 & 2000 vacancies
(Approximately) respectively in the Aug 2021 batch. The vacancies will be earmarked in a state-wise
manner. For the total of 2500 vacancies, approximately 10000 candidates will be called for written
examination and Physical Fitness Test (PFT). The cut off marks for appearing in written examination may
vary from state to state.
2. Educational Qualifications.
(a) AA- Qualified in 10+2 examination with 60% or more marks in aggregate with Maths & Physics and
at least one of these subjects:- Chemistry/Biology/Computer Science from the Boards of School
Education recognised by MHRD, Govt. of India.
(b) SSR- Qualified in 10+2 examination with Maths & Physics and atleast one of these subjects: -
Chemistry/Biology/Computer Science from the Boards of School Education recognised by MHRD, Govt.
of India.
3. Age. Candidates should be born between 01 Feb 2001 to 31 Jul 2004 (Both dates inclusive).
PAY AND PERQUISITES
4. Pay & Allowances. During the initial training period, a stipend of ₹ 14,600/- per month will be
admissible. On successful completion of initial training, they will be placed in Level 3 of the Defence Pay
Matrix (₹ 21,700- ₹ 69,100). In addition, they will be paid MSP @ ₹ 5200/- per month plus DA (as
applicable) plus ‘X’ Group pay {only for Artificer Apprentice (AA)} @ ₹ 3600/- per month plus DA (as
applicable) as under trainee and ₹ 6200/- per month plus DA on successful completion of AICTE
recognized Diploma Course.
5. Promotion. Promotion prospects exist up to the rank of Master Chief Petty Officer-I, i.e. Level 8 of
the Defence Pay Matrix (₹ 47,600- ₹ 1,51,100) plus MSP @ ₹ 5200/- per month plus DA (as applicable).
Opportunities for promotion to commissioned officer also exist for those who perform well and qualify the
prescribed examinations and clear Services Selection Boards.
6. Perquisites. .
(a) During the entire period of training and thereafter, sailors are given books, reading material,
uniforms, food and accommodation as per entitlement.
(b) Sailors are entitled to medical treatment, Leave Travel Concessions for self and dependents,
Group Housing Benefits and other privileges. Sailors are also entitled to Annual and Casual Leave,
Children Education and House Rent Allowances. Post retirement benefits include pension, gratuity
and Leave encashment. All perquisites are extended as per service conditions and their
eligibility/admissibility is regulated as per Government orders in force and amended from time to time.
7. Insurance Cover. Insurance cover (on contribution) of ₹ 50 lakhs for sailors is applicable.
SELECTION CRITERIA
8. Due to COVID-19 pandemic, an exception is being made in the public interest wherein approximately
10000 candidates will be called-up for written examination and PFT. The shortlisting of the candidates for
written examination and PFT will be undertaken on the basis of percentage of qualifying examination (10+2
examination). The cut off marks may vary from state to state as vacancies have been allocated in a
state-wise manner.
9. Written Test.
(a) The question paper will be bilingual (Hindi & English) and objective type.
(b) The question paper will comprise of four sections i.e. English, Science, Mathematics and General
Knowledge.
(c) The standard of the question paper will be that of 10+2 level and the syllabus for the examination
is available on website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in.
(d) Duration of examination will be one hour.
(e) All candidates appearing for written examination would be subjected to PFT on the same day.
10. Physical Fitness Test (PFT).
(a) Qualifying in Physical Fitness Test (PFT) is mandatory for selection.
(b) PFT will consist of 1.6 Km run to be completed in 7 minutes, 20 squats (Uthak Baithak) and 10
Push-ups. Candidates undergoing PFT will do so at their own risk.
11. Merit lists for AA and SSR will be prepared based on performance in written examination subject to
qualifying Physical Fitness Test (PFT), as follows:-
(a) AA- Top 600 candidates (approx.) on all India order of merit, who meet the eligibility criteria for
AA will be issued call up letter for final enrolment medical examination at INS Chilka.
(b) SSR- Approximately 2500 candidates will be issued call up letter for final enrolment medical
examination at INS Chilka on the basis of state wise merit.
Note:- The cut off marks for issue of call up letter for final enrolment medical examination at
INS Chilka may vary from state to state for SSR entry.
12. Medical Standards.
(a) Medical examination will be conducted by authorised military doctors as per medical standard
prescribed in current regulations applicable to sailors on entry.
(b) Minimum height 157 cms. Weight and Chest should be proportionate. Minimum chest expansion
of 5 cms. Details regarding minimum height standards for entry into the Indian Navy as Sailors, in-
cluding applicable relaxations, can be accessed from the official recruitment website.
(c) The candidate must be in good physical and mental health, free from any defect likely to interfere
with the efficient performance of duties both ashore and afloat under peace as well as war conditions
as per Navy Order (Special) 01/2008. Extract of the Navy Order can be accessed from the official
Indian Navy recruitment website.
(d) Enrolment Medical Examination of all candidates who are in merit list will be held at INS
Chilka. Candidates who are found medically fit in Enrolment Medical Examination will be en-
rolled. Candidates who are found medically unfit will be advised to appeal against its findings,
if they so desire, at INHS Nivarini, Chilka and INHS Kalyani, Visakhapatnam within a maximum
period of 21 days.
Note:- Candidates are advised to get their ears cleaned for wax, and tartar removed from teeth
prior to enrolment medical examination.
13. Visual Standards (Distant vision only).
Without Glasses With Glasses
Better Eye Worse Eye Better Eye Worse Eye
6/6 6/9 6/6 6/6
Note:- Applicants declared Permanent medically unfit by any Armed Forces Hospital in previous
recruitment for the same entry in Navy are advised not to apply.
14. Tattoos. Permanent body tattoos are only permitted on inner face of forearms i.e from inside of
elbow to the wrist and on the reversed side of palm/ back (dorsal) side of hand. Permanent body tattoos on
any other part of the body is not acceptable and candidate will be barred from recruitment.
TRAINING AND INITIAL ENGAGEMENT
15. Training. The training for the course will commence in Aug 2021, with 09 weeks for AA and 22
weeks for SSR Basic Training at INS Chilka followed by Professional training in the allotted trade in various
Naval Training Establishments. Branch/ Trade will be allocated as per the requirement of Service.
16. Discharge as “Unsuitable”. Trainees are liable to be discharged as “UNSUITABLE” if their
progress (including academic) and/ or conduct is unsatisfactory at any time during training. Trainees are
also liable to be discharged at any stage of training and thereafter if their documents are found to be
falsified at the stage of recruitment.
17. Initial Engagement. The initial engagement is subject to successful completion of training. The
initial engagement is for a period of 20 years for AA and 15 years for SSR.
INVITES ONLINE APPLICATIONS FROM UNMARRIED MALE CANDIDATES FOR ENROLMENT
AS SAILORS FOR ARTIFICER APPRENTICE (AA) & SENIOR SECONDARY RECRUITS (SSR) - AUG 2021 BATCH
COURSE COMMENCING AUGUST 2021
18. The applications are to be filled online only on website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in and all
required documents in original are to be scanned and uploaded. The selection procedure is as
follows:-
(a) The original documents uploaded by the candidates during online filling of application viz Original
Certificates, Mark Sheets, Domicile Certificate and NCC Certificate (if held) are to be brought by the
candidates at all stages of recruitment (PFT and Final Enrollment Medical at INS Chilka). If the
details provided in ‘online application’ are not matching with original documents at any stage, the
candidature will be cancelled.
(b) The cut off marks for appearing in written examination may vary from State to State. All PFT
qualified candidates will only be considered for preparation of merit list.
(c) The merit list will be available on website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in on 23 Jul 21. All selected
candidates will be called at INS Chilka for Enrolment Medicals. The selection of a candidate will stand
cancelled and he will have no claim for enrolment in the Indian Navy in case the candidate fails to
report on the date and time mentioned in call letter for Enrolment Medical Examination at INS Chilka.
Enrolment will be subject to Fitness in Enrolment Medical Examination at INS Chilka.
(d) The candidate’s selection pertaining to a particular batch is valid for that batch only. Qualified
candidates whose names do not appear in the merit list cannot claim admission for the next batch.
These candidates will have to undergo the selection procedure afresh, provided they meet the
eligibility criteria for the fresh batch.
(e) All candidates who are selected in merit list will be required to download Police Verification form
and other associated forms along with the Call letter for Final Enrolment Medical Examination at INS
Chilka. The candidates will be required to submit the same to INS Chilka after getting their
antecedents verified on Police Verification form / Online police verification form from the
Superintendent of Police of their respective jurisdiction. Candidate should be in possession of
police verification from either place of domicile or place of residence. Candidates without the
verified police verification reports or reports with adverse comments will not be eligible for
enrolment. The format for the police verification form can also be downloaded from the website
www.joinindiannavy.gov.in immediately after the declaration of select list, to ensure timely
verification.
(f) No enquiry will be entertained regarding this recruitment/ enrolment after a period of six
months.
HOW TO APPLY
19. For this entry, the candidates can apply ONLINE ONLY on the official website
www.joinindiannavy.gov.in from 26 Apr to 30 Apr 21. The procedure is as follows:-
(a) Before filling online application, keep matric certificate & 10+2 Mark sheet ready for
reference.
(b) Register yourself on www.joinindiannavy.gov.in with your e-mail ID, if not registered
already. The Applicants must ensure that while filling their Application Form, they are providing
their valid and active e-mail IDs and mobile numbers, which should not be changed till selection
procedure is over.
(c) ‘Log–in’ with the registered E-mail ID and Click on “Current Opportunities”.
(d) Click on “Apply” (√) button.
(e) Fill up the Form completely. Before clicking the ‘Submit’ button make sure all the details
are correct, all required documents are scanned in original & uploaded.
(f) Online applications will be further scrutinised for eligibility and may be rejected at any stage,
if found ineligible in any respect.
(g) Photographs. THE PHOTOGRAPH TO BE UPLOADED SHOULD BE OF GOOD
QUALITY WITH BLUE BACKGROUND.
20. The application may be uploaded from Common Service Centres (CSC) across the
country, against a fixed fees of Rs 60 + GST. This facility is entirely optional.
21. In case of any difficulty faced by potential candidates they may contact IHQ MoD (Navy) through
website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in.
22. IMPORTANT INFORMATION
(a) Mobile phones or any other communication devices are not allowed inside the examination
premises. Any infringement of these instructions shall entail disciplinary action including ban
from future examinations.
(b) Candidates are strongly advised to apply online well in time without waiting for the last date
for submission of online application.
(c) No candidate should misbehave in any manner or create disorderly scene in examination
premises.
(d) Candidates should avoid submitting multiple applications. If more than one application is
received from a candidate, his candidature will be cancelled.
(e) The decision of the Indian Navy as to the eligibility or otherwise of a candidate for
admission to the written examination and PFT shall be final.
(f) Wrong information about domicile certificate will result in cancellation of candidature
at any stage of recruitment or training.
LAST DATE OF ONLINE APPLICATION – 30 APR 21
WARNING
BEWARE OF AGENTS/ CHEATS/ TOUTS/ ANTI SOCIAL ELEMENTS
Person claiming rapport with the officials of the Naval Recruitment Organisation may promise to
get a candidate recruited and on the pretext may collect money. WE WOULD LIKE TO ASSERT
THAT SUCH A THING IS NOT POSSIBLE. CLACs will only be issued by IHQ MoD(N). Approach
the police and lodge FIR in case on any harassment by touts. Before succumbing to the
promises of any agent think twice! If you think that you can get the things done unlawfully,
you are bound to lose! You are advised to conduct yourself as a law abiding citizen of the
country and refrain from using unfair means.
DISCLAIMER
The terms and conditions given in the advertisement are
guidelines only and orders issued by the Government as
amended from time to time will apply for the selected
candidates.
Scan this QR code
to apply online
davp 10701/11/0001/2122
It is mandatory to submit a negative RT-PCR laboratory report of COVID-19 from Govt/
ICMR accredited laboratory by candidates at the time of written examination (Report should
be dated maximum 72 hours prior to reporting date).
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