Indian Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification released. Check eligibility, age limit, application dates, selection process and apply online details.
The Indian Navy has officially released the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 01/2027 and 02/2027 batches. Unmarried male candidates holding the required Engineering Diploma qualification can apply online through the official Join Indian Navy portal. The online application process will start from 05 June 2026 and continue till 29 June 2026.
This recruitment will be conducted through INET 2/2026, followed by Physical Fitness Test, Written Examination, Medical Examination, and final merit list.
A Great Opportunity for Diploma Holders
Agar aap Engineering Diploma complete kar chuke hain aur Defence sector me career banana chahte hain, to Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 aapke liye ek shandaar opportunity ho sakti hai. Har saal lakhon candidates Indian Navy ki vacancies ka intezar karte hain kyunki yahan attractive salary ke saath discipline, skill development aur national service ka mauka milta hai. Diploma holders ke liye aisi recruitments zyada baar nahi aati, isliye interested candidates ko application process last date ka wait kiye bina complete kar Lena chahiye.
Indian Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Navy |
| Post Name | Agniveer (Apprentice) |
| Batch | 01/2027 & 02/2027 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Recruitment Cycle | INET 2/2026 |
| Service Duration | 4 Years |
| Official Website | joinindiannavy.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 02 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 05 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 June 2026 |
| Stage-I INET Exam | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Stage-II (01/2027 Batch) | October 2026 |
| Stage-II (02/2027 Batch) | March 2027 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Matriculation (10th Pass) with minimum 50% marks
- Three-Year Engineering Diploma from an AICTE-recognized Polytechnic with minimum 50% marks
Eligible diploma streams include:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Production Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
- Other notified disciplines
Age Limit
For Agniveer (Apprentice) 01/2027 Batch
Candidates should be born between:
01 December 2004 to 31 May 2008
For Agniveer (Apprentice) 02/2027 Batch
Candidates should be born between:
01 May 2005 to 31 October 2009
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | ₹550 + GST |
The fee must be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Stage-I: Indian Navy Entrance Test (INET 2/2026)
- State-wise Shortlisting
- Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
- Stage-II Written Examination
- Recruitment Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
Indian Navy Apprentice 2026 Complete Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 02 June 2026 |
| Application Start | 05 June 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 29 June 2026 |
| INET 2/2026 Exam | August 2026 |
| Stage-II (01/2027) | October 2026 |
| Joining at INS Chilka (01/2027) | December 2026 |
| Stage-II (02/2027) | March 2027 |
| Joining at INS Chilka (02/2027) | May 2027 |
Why This Recruitment Is Important?
Defence job aspirants ke liye Indian Navy ki recruitment hamesha high-demand category me rehti hai. Is notification ki khas baat ye hai ki Engineering Diploma holders ko direct opportunity mil rahi hai Indian Navy join karne ki.
Agar aap Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics ya Computer Engineering Diploma holder hain, to ye recruitment aapke liye ek excellent career opportunity ho sakti hai.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official Join Indian Navy website.
- Register as AVR (Apprentice).
- Complete the online registration process.
- Fill the Agniveer (Apprentice) application form.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout for future reference.
Final Words
Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 diploma engineering candidates ke liye ek golden opportunity lekar aayi hai. Interested candidates should complete their application process before 29 June 2026 and start preparing for INET 2/2026.
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Important Links
Official Notification PDF: Available
Apply Online: From 05 June 2026
Official Website: https://www.joinindiannavy.gov.in