Indian Navy Short Service Commission (SSC) Executive (Information Technology)

1. Indian Navy Short Service Commission (SSC) Executive (Information Technology)

  • This is a recruitment program for graduates who want to serve as officers in the Indian Navy in the Information Technology (IT) branch. They are appointed for a Short Service Commission (SSC), typically for a tenure of 10 years, which can be extended based on performance.

2. Education Eligibility

  • Candidates must have a B.Tech/B.E (Engineering Degree) in Computer Science/Information Technology or a M.Sc (IT), MCA, or equivalent from a recognized university.
  • Candidates should have minimum 60% aggregate marks in their degree.

3. Handicapped Eligibility

  • Generally, candidates with disabilities are not eligible for SSC Executive (Information Technology) in the Indian Navy, as the nature of the work may involve physically demanding tasks. However, this can vary, and it’s always a good idea to check the specific notification for details.

4. Age

  • Candidates must be between the ages of 20 to 24 years (as of the year of commencement of course). However, the upper age limit can be relaxed for those with higher qualifications or other specific conditions, which would be mentioned in the official notification.

5. Physical Eligibility

  • Height: Minimum height for men is 157 cm and for women is 152 cm.
  • Weight: Proportionate to height and age.
  • Vision: Minimum of 6/24 in each eye (correctable with glasses), with no color blindness.
  • Other physical standards will be outlined in the specific recruitment notice.

6. Pay Grade

  • Candidates selected under the SSC Executive (IT) branch are given pay as per the pay matrix defined by the Indian Government for naval officers. The basic pay is typically around ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 per month (Level 10 in the pay matrix).
  • Additional allowances and benefits may include DA (Dearness Allowance), HRA (House Rent Allowance), and other facilities as per the Indian Navy rules.

7. Ex-Soldier Eligibility

  • Ex-soldiers may be eligible if they meet the specific educational and physical criteria mentioned in the recruitment notice. However, there might be restrictions on candidates with prior military service, so it’s important to check the specific recruitment guidelines.

8. Reservation

  • Reservation in the recruitment process is generally provided as per the Government of India’s guidelines for SC/ST/OBC candidates.
  • The specific percentage of reservation would be mentioned in the recruitment notification.

9. Sports Person

  • In some cases, outstanding sportspersons may get relaxation in certain eligibility criteria or be given preference. This is usually mentioned in the official recruitment notification.

10. Promotion in Career

  • Officers selected under the SSC scheme can be promoted based on their performance. Career progression usually includes the following ranks:
    1. Sub Lieutenant
    2. Lieutenant
    3. Lieutenant Commander
    4. Commander
    5. Captain
  • Promotion depends on time in service, merit, and vacancies.

11. Special Eligibility for Person

  • Specific eligibility criteria, such as relaxation in age, educational qualification, or physical standards, may apply in cases of persons from certain categories (e.g., outstanding sportsmen, NCC cadets, etc.). This will be clearly stated in the official notification.

12. What Work Will I Have to Do at Your Workplace?

  • As an Executive (IT) in the Indian Navy, you would be responsible for:
    • Managing IT systems and software infrastructure on ships or naval establishments.
    • Handling cybersecurity, data management, and network administration.
    • Ensuring operational readiness of IT systems.
    • Assisting in the development and maintenance of military software and databases.
    • Providing technical support to other branches of the Navy.

13. Which Department Does This Recruitment with Notification Original Website Link?

  • The recruitment for SSC Executive (IT) is carried out by the Indian Navy.
  • The official website for the Indian Navy recruitment is: www.joinindiannavy.gov.in.

14. In Which Department Do You Join?

 

  • You will join the Executive Branch, specifically the Information Technology (IT) branch of the Indian Navy.

For precise and up-to-date information, always refer to the latest notification issued on the official website.