Last Updated on July 31, 2023 by Vishnu Nambiar
If you want to join India’s Armed Forces after 12th standard, Apnahangout could be of help! Till now, we have published number of posts related to this topic. Some such guides are- How to join Indian Army as Officer after 12th Science, How to join Indian Air Force as Officer after 12th Science, How to join Indian Army/Navy/Air Force as Officer after 12th Commerce etc. In this article, we will be focusing just on Indian Navy. I will describe in detail about how 12th Science stream students may join the Indian Navy as Officers after completing their 12th standard schooling. I will cover details such as- job post details, entry modes, eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualifications required, medical standards etc.
There are number of posts available in the Indian Navy, for which, even 12th Science stream passed students are eligible to apply for. So, we will check out these posts one by one, also dealing with eligibility criteria details in the mean time!
Indian Navy Executive Officer posts after 12th Science in 2022
There are various divisions and specializations in case of Executive Officers. They are- Logistics Officer, General Service Officer, Information Technology Officer, Law Officer, Submarine Officer, Diving Officer, Pilot Officer, Provost Officer, Hydrographic Officer and Naval Armament Inspection Officer.
These Officer job posts fall under the category of Executive Officers. These posts ensures the smooth functioning of the Indian Navy and takes care of various General Duty as well as specialized tasks.
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Best courses after 12th in India
Now, 12th Science stream passed students are also eligible to apply for these posts. They have two methods for applying- NDA (National Defence Academy) Entry and Indian Naval Academy Entry. Both entry procedures are held and managed by the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).
Let us check out details associated with each entry mode-
1 NDA Entry-
Only Unmarried Men are eligible to apply using this entry mode.
Age Limit
16.5 to 19 years of age.
Educational Qualifications
10+2 Science stream schooling with Physics and Mathematics subjects.
Medical standards
Eyesight requirement chart-
Apart from eyesight, candidates also have to satisfy a set of other physical standards laid out by Indian Navy-
- Good hearing ability.
- Absence of nose, throat or ear disease.
- No speech impediment.
- No granular swelling.
- Well formed chest, joints, limbs and toes.
- Absence of Hernia.
- Absence of congenital defects.
- Absence of genital- urinary tract diseases.
- Healthy gum and set of teeth.
- Absence of any mental illness.
2 INA (Indian Naval Academy) Entry
Only Unmarried men are eligible to make use of this entry mode.
Age Limit
16.5 to 19 years of age.
Educational Qualifications
10+2 Science stream schooling with Physics and Mathematics subjects.
Medical standards
Eyesight requirement chart-
Apart from eyesight, candidates also have to satisfy a set of other physical standards laid out by Indian Navy-
- Good hearing ability.
- Absence of nose, throat or ear disease.
- No speech impediment.
- No granular swelling.
- Well formed chest, joints, limbs and toes.
- Absence of Hernia.
- Absence of congenital defects.
- Absence of genital- urinary tract diseases.
- Healthy gum and set of teeth.
- Absence of any mental illness.
Engineering Officer posts after 12th Science
Some Officer posts that falls under this category are- Submarine Engineer Officer, Engineering General Service Officer and Naval Construction Officer. 12th Science stream students are eligible to apply for these posts using the Cadet (NDA) entry mode as well as B.Tech Cadet entry mode.
1 NDA Cadet Entry
Only Unmarried male candidates are eligible to make use of this entry mode.
Age Limit
16.5 to 19 years of age.
Educational Qualifications
10+2 Science stream schooling with Physics and Mathematics subjects.
Medical standards
Eyesight requirement chart-
Apart from eyesight, candidates also have to satisfy a set of other physical standards laid out by Indian Navy-
- Good hearing ability.
- Absence of nose, throat or ear disease.
- No speech impediment.
- No granular swelling.
- Well formed chest, joints, limbs and toes.
- Absence of Hernia.
- Absence of congenital defects.
- Absence of genital- urinary tract diseases.
- Healthy gum and set of teeth.
- Absence of any mental illness.
2 10+2 B.Tech. Entry
Only Unmarried male candidates are eligible to make use of this entry mode.
Age Limit
16.5 to 19 years of age.
Educational Qualifications
10+2 Science stream schooling with Physics and Mathematics subjects, with minimum 70% marks in PCM subjects. Also, minimum 50% marks is required in English subject also (10th or 12th class).
Medical standards
Eyesight requirement chart-
Apart from eyesight, candidates also have to satisfy a set of other physical standards laid out by Indian Navy-
- Good hearing ability.
- Absence of nose, throat or ear disease.
- No speech impediment.
- No granular swelling.
- Well formed chest, joints, limbs and toes.
- Absence of Hernia.
- Absence of congenital defects.
- Absence of genital- urinary tract diseases.
- Healthy gum and set of teeth.
- Absence of any mental illness.
Electrical Officer posts after 12th Science
Some Officer posts that falls under this category are- General Service Officer and Submarine Electrical Officer. 12th Science stream students are eligible to apply for these posts using the Cadet (NDA) entry mode as well as B.Tech Cadet entry mode.
1 NDA Cadet Entry
Only Unmarried male candidates are eligible to make use of this entry mode.
Age Limit
16.5 to 19 years of age.
Educational Qualifications
10+2 Science stream schooling with Physics and Mathematics subjects.
Medical standards
Eyesight requirement chart-
Apart from eyesight, candidates also have to satisfy a set of other physical standards laid out by Indian Navy-
- Good hearing ability.
- Absence of nose, throat or ear disease.
- No speech impediment.
- No granular swelling.
- Well formed chest, joints, limbs and toes.
- Absence of Hernia.
- Absence of congenital defects.
- Absence of genital- urinary tract diseases.
- Healthy gum and set of teeth.
- Absence of any mental illness.
2 10+2 B.Tech. Entry
Only Unmarried male candidates are eligible to make use of this entry mode.
Age Limit
16.5 to 19 years of age.
Educational Qualifications
10+2 Science stream schooling with Physics and Mathematics subjects, with minimum 70% marks in PCM subjects. Also, minimum 50% marks is required in English subject also (10th or 12th class).
Medical standards
Eyesight requirement chart-
Apart from eyesight, candidates also have to satisfy a set of other physical standards laid out by Indian Navy-
- Good hearing ability.
- Absence of nose, throat or ear disease.
- No speech impediment.
- No granular swelling.
- Well formed chest, joints, limbs and toes.
- Absence of Hernia.
- Absence of congenital defects.
- Absence of genital- urinary tract diseases.
- Healthy gum and set of teeth.
- Absence of any mental illness.
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sir,
I have given the exam of class 12th but age for NDA in over so I am confuse by what way I can join Indian Navy.
If you want to become an officer, try CDS or Indian Navy exams after graduation.
Sir,how to join indian navy after 12th in medical science
You may try AFMC entry.
how to apply for 10+2 b.tech course for navy ?
pls tell me
sir i am gagandeep singh.my age is 17.5 years and my hight is 6.00 feet.i am passed 12th science by 65.80% from govt.school.so i am want join indian nevy plz help me….jai hind–
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after graduation ( BSc IT ) can we apply for navy
Yes, you may.
can i join indian navy without giving NDA examination
Please give me information about Navy admission sir.
I am Rudranil Ghosh. My DOB is 04/03/2000. Am I eligible for INA examination 2019.
SIR,
I want to join Indian Navy and serve my country.How can I find an way to
get more information about NDA test and pass the examination.
I want to join Indian navy as an officer. I have written my 2nd puc exam and the result is not at come. What should I do to become an officer
Good
Sir beside NDA there is Any other option for appearing in Indian navy… After 12 because now I am appearing in 12….
why females can’t join navy???
I m giving 12th board this year. What should i do to get into indian navy
Try NDA or Technical entry.
I’m in my 12th science may I know how do we get to choose our engineering sector after getting selected into indian navy, or is there a separate specified exams based on the field we are looking out for
If it is not possible for me through NDA then what should I do
I want to speak with you about joining navy I am appearing for 12 exam and I am in confusion please guide me
Sir i paseed 10+2 whith 63% with science, i can eligilible jion in navy
It’s wonderful information for indian navy
Sir I’m now of 17 Years old ,I have done 12th in pcm now I’m doing the course of X-ray technician so can I join Indian Navy I’m requesting you to guide me
I am in plus one 17 years old can i join in navy
Try NDA entry.
arun sir i am a student of 12th with pcb so can i get a job of medical officer in indian navy as am a girl so what type of graduation i have to do plz reply fast i shall be very thankful to you
Try AFMC entry.
Sir I am a student of class 12 with pure science. I want to join Indian navy so give me some information as like –
1.How much marks needed.
2. Can I’LL be able after complete my 19 years?
3. Is there any problem about height and weight?
Sir I am study in B.Sc IT and i am join in navy i have got 60% in PCM then Can I join navy.
Plzz answer sir
Yes, you may.
Sir, I am not cleared NDA exam then what i to do plzz answer sir
Your age?
Sir, I would like to join as a medical officer in indian navy.Now i passed plus two with 66% in science stream.So how will i join ?Can i join to this stream with this percentage.
If you have had biology subject in 12th, you may make use of AFMC entry and become a medical officer.
Sir how i prepare To NDA exam
Check out this guide- https://apnaahangout.com/nda-written-exam-tips/
how can i know when NDA or INA entry exam helds, please notify me by my email when the exam helds.
Akash, visit UPSC website for dates and notifications.
Sir i have passed 12th exam & i want 2 jion indian navy.i scored 67%in pcmb group in 2015.i havn’t given NDA exam is there any chance for me 2 jion navy?i am 19 years old.r there any course regarding navy?
Sumedh, you may use NDA entry and join the Indian Navy. You may also go for AFMC entry.
sir, i m manish n i passed out to 12 th in pcm sir u help me i joined indian navy plz help for prosses n guiddnes for me plzzz
in science
sir i have paased my 12th with 62% in 2016 plz.. suggest the best feild or course to study
Sir
I am a student of class 11th with the sub.Mathematics and Science.I want to join Indian Navy.so please tell me about the importance of English in Navy.
Amit, try NDA NA entry.
Sir , I have a MIL DNS is any problem for medical examination .
I am in 12th standard
How I prepare study for entrance exam of NDA
Pranav, use the search bar of this blog to look for SSB Interview tips article that I wrote.
Sir l am vishal.my aim is indian navy.l am passed 12th science.so you help me to join indian navy and suggest that a job in indian navy
Vishal, if you are eligible for NDA entry, make use of it. Else try after graduation using CDSE entry.
I am Pabitra Mondal. My only hobby is Indian Navy. Plz help me anyone.
tell me some other way to get in indian navy other than NDA but for commisioned officer rank?
sirr plz give me guidence….i m 12th pass recently…i wnt to join navy…bt i dont clear nda test….another guidelines to join navy after 12 pcm
commender*,officer*,sailor*….any post…i want to join in navy.
Sir i am passed 12th in 71% in (physics,chemistry,maths) group can i am elegable for indian air force, indian navy
Yes, Ravindra, you are eligible.
hii sir when the forms come on net to fill . sir i want to join Indian navy but my knowledge less about that field
hii sir
thanks a lot sir…
hii sir
sir sorry to ask but is there any best colleges for this medical course in south of india…
Arya, if you get selected, you will be trained at Armed Forces Medical College, Pune.
what are the other fields in navy except defence
hi arun sir actually i am just going to complete my 12th std and then i want to join the indian navy sir what are the opportunites in a medical point of view in navy . sir please reply sooon
Arya, best option would be- Medical Officer. Give a look at AFMC (Armed Forces Medical College) entry.
hello arun sir i want to ask you 1 question? well……. what would be my 1st salary in indian navy ?
Yash, it will be as per these numbers- Pay band and scale 15600-39100 Grade Pay- 5400
Arun sir, i am sayyed afreed but I am join Indian navy but I am 12th pass (pcmb) but sir I no idea Indian navy join plz give me reply
sir i want to join indian navy without writing NDA exam please help
I want to open my one business in hotel & restaurant line
Which course should i select after my 12 th in science stream
Akshay, management courses such as BBA (specializing in Hotel industry), BHM (Hotel Management) and BBA + MBA integrated will be of help to you.
sir i request i completed the p.u c. in science (mathematics,chemistry,physics) so how to join Indian navy, plz help me sir
Arun Kumar, make use of NDA entry.
sir,I have passed my 10th.I want to join indian navy .what should I do now ,is there any course for this or any test after 10th. please sir reply me .I will be thankful to you.
Anjali, you may join Indian Navy as an Officer after graduation. Appear for CDSE examination.
hlo arun sir
I m class 12th science and I m taking pcmb sir how much % is required for navy an
Sir, my brother is in 10th class and he want to join navy. Is their any exam to be given after 10th to join Indian navy service??…..Or he will have to appear for NDA exam directly after 12th.
Bhawna, NDA after 12th is the option.
Sir, I am 12 scince pass, how can i join indian air force ? Muje airforce jana he vo mera drem he to muje kya karna chahia muje bataia.
sir i am in b-tech 1st year,how can i join Indian navy?
Sir, i m completed hs(pcb/m) in 67% and my dob is 20. so am i eligble form for indian navy branch?
Sir mere Right hand ke forearm pr little tatto bana hua h ..so I want join Indian army ….it’s my dream…Sir ye tattoo mai jab 3 years ka tha tab banaya gya tha….Sir ye koi parampara thi …..Sir btaiye kya mai army join kr Sakta hu
Hi Arun sir, i am Neel kamal want to join indian navy. What is process of join this job.
i cleared 10th with 78% & 10+2 with 68%.
i want to join air force as officer. can i eligible for this ?
Hii Arun sir I am Aryash rane want to join Indian Navy after 12th science how to apply for it??
Aryash, try NDA entry. Apply online through the website of UPSC.
Sir; if i score math 50℅ chemistry 70℅ and also physic 80℅ in h.s exam.then i join Indian navy or i join b.tech entry?
I LIKE THE NAVY
Sir.. I lost my 2 teeth any problem sir??
dear sir…. I m kunal…
I have passed my 12th with 82% in PCM. plz tell me when i can apply for TES and INA..? Plz tell me the procedure also…
Thanks
Are girls allowed into navy after the 12std were should we apply for the
Reji, not directly after 12th.
Right now I am after 12 science with 41.39 marks. So plz tell me. How to join Indian Navy
sir,
i m now cls 12th science final year & i m 17 for this i m apply NDA & NAVY COOK(mr) but i m forgetting to attach domicile certificate rather i m scored 75% in west Bengal board. am i cancel for written exam ? ans plZ
_________THANKS
I do
want join navy
sir, iam 17 years old ,last year i have passed my 11th with 85% and this year ill be passing my 12th board and i want to join indian navy .and i have took science, so please help me to join indian navy
Riya, female candidates can’t make use of NDA entry. You may make use of CDS entry after completing Graduation.
Sir pls I want know that .. how we come to know about the entry examinations
Shamnad, keep an eye on UPSC websites and other major newspapers. Advertisements and notifications are published on them.
Thankyou sir thankyou very much for suggest me and for gave me a right path
Arun sir,
Please tell me what i do for join indian navy. Now i am in 10 th claas. So,what i do next for join indian navy and being a officer or sailor.please tell me. I am vey much confuse about my future.plese tell me. I am very much woory about my future
Arun sir,
Please tell me what i do for join indian navy. Now i am in 10 th claas. So,what i do next for join indian navy and being a officer.please tell me. I am vey much confuse about my future.
Dharampreet, after 10th, select 12th Science stream with Mathematics subject. While in 12th or just after clearing it, appear for NDA examination. Set IAF as your first choice while filling up the application form.
Right now I am after 12 scince with 53 marks. So plz tell me. How to joine indian nevy…
Shubham, you may appear for NDA examination to join Indian Navy after 12th Science.
Sir. I wana join a indian nevy. And after that I wana study for officer post. So what I shood do. Plz tell me
any other way except nda for a +2 pass candidate
what are the jobs for a +2 pass candidate in indian navy
Sir, can i join Indian Navy without giving NDA examination?
I want to join Indian Navy this year desperately.
Pls sir i need your advice.
sir, i am a candidate of Higher secondary education this year and i want to join Indian Navy this year.
Pls help me sir. How can i join Indian Navy?
Tushar, while you are in 12th Science stream (Maths Group) or immediately after clearing it, you may appear for NDA examination. Just set Indian Navy as your first choice.
With due respect,i am Rajendra nath Raula already +2 science passed.
I have joined navy. my 10th 81% &12th90.4%
Hello Arun! My name is Alan D’souza! At present m studying in 12th Science(PCM) n I have a dream to join the Indian Navy! But m having specs having no -2.5! Will I be able to join the Navy and get a gud post? Plzz do reply!
plz sir help me . I join nevy .but I passed 12 science biology group so many proble. . plz ans me and scop in biology sir plz
Plz help ..my hobby is join India navy &air force
sir please notify me as soon as possible because I have financial problem
and my parents depend on me that when will i receive my first salary
father is about to retire and mom is housewife so, I will be able to take decision whether to join NDA or do other degree
and thanks a lot for the tips
sir after how many SSB interviews and tests I will finalize my position in navy
means I am in 12th science now so after how many months or years i will get my first salary
or simple its 10/10/2015 today on which day or date my duty starts
sorry if anything wrong written because I don’t know that much about Navy