The Indian Navy has released the notification for the 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry Scheme for January 2026. This recruitment offers 44 vacancies, including up to 6 reserved for female candidates. Eligible unmarried male and female candidates who have passed Class 12 with a minimum of 70% in PCM and 50% in English, and appeared for JEE Main 2025 (CRL), can apply online from June 30, 2025, to July 14, 2025. Selected candidates will undergo a 4-year B.Tech course at the Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, with a monthly stipend of ₹56,100 during training. Upon successful completion, they will be commissioned as Sub-Lieutenants with a starting pay of ₹56,100 plus allowances as per 7th CPC norms.

Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry January 2026
Important Dates

Notification Release Date	11 June 2025
Application Start Date	30 June 2025
Last Date to Apply	14 July 2025
SSB Interview Dates	September 2025 onwards
Course Commencement	January 2026

Application Fee

All Categories

N/A (No application fee)

Age Limit Details

Minimum Age	17 Years
Maximum Age	19.5 Years
Born Between 02 July 2006 to 01 January 2009

Vacancy Details

Total Posts

44 (up to 6 reserved for female candidates)

Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry January 2026
Eligibility Details

Educational Qualification	Passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board
Aggregate Marks (PCM)	Minimum 70% in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics
English Marks	Minimum 50% in English (Class X or XII)
Entrance Exam	Appeared for JEE Main 2025 (All India CRL)
Nationality	Indian citizen as per Govt. of India norms
Marital Status	Unmarried (male or female)

Category Wise Vacancy Details

Male	38 (maximum)
Female	6 (maximum)

Documents Required Details

Matriculation/12th Class Certificate

Proof of Date of Birth

10th Class Mark Sheet

12th Class Mark Sheet

JEE Main 2025 Scorecard

Recent Passport‑Size Photograph

Valid Photo ID Proof

Caste/Domicile Certificates (if applicable)

Bank Passbook First Page

Syllabus Overview

JEE Main 2025 Syllabus

Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics topics as per NTA guidelines

Exam Pattern

JEE Main 2025

90 questions (300 marks): 20 MCQs + 5 numerical per subject; CBT mode; +4/–1 marking scheme

Selection Process

Initial Screening	Shortlisting based on eligibility & academic records
SSB Interview	Assessment by Services Selection Board for intelligence, personality & officer-like qualities
Medical Examination	Comprehensive physical & mental fitness tests as per naval standards

Indian Navy 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry January 2026
Salary Details

Naval Cadet (During Training)	Stipend: Basic pay of ₹56,100 per month (Level 10) + Dearness Allowance as per 7th CPC norms
On Commission (Sub‑Lieutenant)	Basic Pay: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level 10); plus DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, CEA, etc. → CTC approx. ₹83,448 – ₹96,204 per month

How To Apply

1. Visit Official Website	Go to joinindiannavy.gov.in
2. Register	Click “Register” and enter basic details
3. Login	Use credentials to log in
4. Fill Application Form	Complete form, upload documents & photograph
5. Review & Submit	Verify all entries; submit & note down registration number
6. Print Confirmation	Download/print confirmation page for future reference

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