Ariv Academy logo Ariv AcademyEmpowering Minds, Enriching Futures
← All careers with PCM
PCM streamEntrance: NDA (UPSC)Aviation, sea & defence

Indian Navy Officer

Navy officers lead sailors on ships, submarines and aircraft, protecting India’s seas and coastline.

Class 11–12 subjectsPhysics, Chemistry, Maths
Entrance / admissionNDA (UPSC) / JEE Main
DegreeB.Tech or B.Sc during training
Duration3–4 years of training

Your route, step by step

  1. 1Class 11–12: take PCMPhysics and Maths are required for the Navy entries after Class 12.
  2. 2Write NDA, or use your JEE Main rankNDA is conducted by UPSC. The 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry selects using JEE Main rank.
  3. 3Clear the SSB interviewA 5-day assessment of personality, leadership and fitness, plus a medical.
  4. 4Train and get commissionedTrain at NDA Khadakwasla or Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, then join as an officer.

What an Indian Navy officer does

  • Command and manage teams at sea
  • Operate and maintain ships, weapons and systems
  • Plan missions, patrols and rescues
  • Train and lead sailors

Entrance exams & admission

  • NDA (UPSC)After Class 12 with PCM
  • JEE MainFor the 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry
  • SSB interviewFor all officer entries

Where you may work

Indian Navy ships, submarines, naval air stations and shore bases across India.

Well-known colleges in and near Tamil Nadu

  • National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla
  • Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala

Official links

Links checked: Oct 2026. Always confirm dates and rules on the official site.

Outlook

A respected, secure career with training, travel and leadership responsibility from a young age.

Specialise later

  • Executive (seaman) officer
  • Engineering officer
  • Electrical officer
  • Naval aviation
  • Submarine arm