The navy is a wonderful way of seeing the world while serving your country and building goodwill. If you're willing to put up with the stresses of being on a ship and away from your loved ones for a long stretch of time, a career in the Navy could be for you. There are two board roles you can assume if you join Navy: an officer or a sailor.
A commission with the Navy is similar to a commission with
the army entry can either be through a permanent commission or a short service
commission.
For the permanent commission one must first write on exam conducted by
the UPSC followed by an interview with the service selection Board. However,
those opting for a SSC may skip the written exam, as may those who have
enlisted through the National Cadet Crop Special entry scheme (only for
graduates)
Age: 17-19 one and half years Qualifications : 12th pass with 70% in PCM and 50% in
English 10th or 12th standard or BE/B.Tech. (Any discipline). The duration of the
short service commission is 10 years, extendable to 14 years.
Sailors are the sepoys of the Indian Navy Recruits are
inducted on the basis of a written test, followed by a physical examination and a
medical examination. There are several avenues of entry for a sailor.