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Contents
- Physical Standards
- Promotion to officer ranks
- Recruitment centre in Kerala
Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, our first Prime Minister had rightly observed, “To be secure on land we must be supreme at sea”. The famous quotation always reminds us that we are primarily a maritime nation. A strong navy is an important element of every maritime nation. India has a coastline of about 7500 km and an exclusive economic zone. In addition we are endowed with abundant sea wealth comprising a large number of island territories and vast seabed area. Over 97% of our national trade is carried out through sea routes. It is the responsibility of Navy to protect and defend our oceans.
The following chart, given in the next page will help to understand the different types of sailor entries.
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Entry
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Branch
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Age
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EducationalQualification
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Methodofrecruitment
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Artificer
Apprentice
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Allotted on completion of training at INS Chilka
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17-20
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10+2 or equivalent with Physics
Chemistry & Maths
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Through written examination in Science, Maths, English & GK held at BROs/ZROs/NREs twice in a year in Apr/Oct for the courses commencing in Feb/Aug. Entry is advised in Employment News & National/Regional news papers.
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Artificer
[DE(DH)]
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Electrical/Mechanical/
Electronics
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18-22
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Three years Diploma with minimum 50% marks in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics Telecommunication / Aeronautical / Ship-biulding / Instrumentation / Engineering / Metallurgical from a recognized poly technic / Institute
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Through written examination in Science, Maths, English, GK & Additional sections as per specialization. Held twice a year in Apr / Oct for courses commencing in Feb / Aug. The entry is advertised in Employment New & National / Regional news papers.
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MER (Matric Entry Recruitment)
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Seaman/Communication/
Electrical / Medical / Engg / Writes / Store Assistant / Naval Aviation
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17-20
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Matric / Equivalent with min 55% marks with Science and Maths (for sons and blood brothers of naval Personnel and those sponsored by Naval widows Matric / 10+2 / Equivalent / with min 45% marks) Candidates with less than 55% marks in matric may be recruited if they have 50% or more marks in a higher board examination with Physics and Maths.
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Through written examination in Science, Maths, English & GK held at BROs/ZROs/NREs twice in a year in Apr/Oct for the courses commencing in Feb/Aug. Entry is advised in Employment News & National/Regional news papers.
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NMER (Non-Metric Entry Recruitment
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Musicians
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17-20
(Relaxable upto 25 yrs.)
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VIII Class
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Candidates should have aptitude for music. Recruit is conducted once a year.
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Stewards
Cooks
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17-20
17-20
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VI Class
V Class
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Through written Examination in Maths, English & GK held twice a year on Feb / Aug conducted by the Naval Recruitment Establishments / ZEOs / BROs / ASCs for courses commencing in Apr / Oct.
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Topazes
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17-20
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No prescribed qualification
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There is no written test. Recruitment is based on interview held twice a year in Feb / Aug conducted by the Naval Recruitment Establishments / ZEOs / BROs / ASCs for courses commencing in Apr / Oct.
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Direct Entry (Sports) (Acting Petty Officer)
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Seaman
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17-22 (can be relaxed)
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Matric (can be relaxed)
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Recruitment is conducted twice a year in Apr / Oct for courses commencing in Feb / Aug. Outstanding sportsmen who have represented University / State or achieved good position at National level may contact or write directly to: The Secretary, Indian Naval Sports Control Board, R. No. 330, ‘C’ Wing, Sena Bhawan NHQ, New Delhi-110 011.
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Physical Standards
Height: 157 cms (minimum for 18 years age)
Weight: Proportional to height (±10% acceptable)
Chest: Well developed and proportional with minimum expansion range of 5 cms.
Promotion to officer ranks
Sailors who possess unique leadership qualities and fulfill requisite conditions in terms of age, education, etc. Can aspire to become Commissioned Officers in the Indian Navy through Common Worthy (CW) scheme and Special Duties (SD) scheme. Such Officers can spire to Command Ships and Units and even rise to become Admirals! That is Navy’s way of giving an opportunity to deserving few, who for some unforeseen reason couldn’t make it to through the above scheme, but continue to strive for excellence throughout and do really well, can aspire for an Honorary Commissioned Rank.
- Master Chief Petty Officer, 1st Class
- Master Chief Petty Officer, 2nd Class
- Chief Petty Officer
- Petty Officer
- Leading Rate
- Seaman 1st Class / 2nd Class
Recruitment centre in Kerala
For further enquiries, contact:
The Director, Manpower Planning & Recruitment
Naval Recruitment Organization (NRO), Room No. 232, C Wing,
Naval Headquarters, Sena Bhawan, New Delhi – 110011.
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