⚓ Indian Navy – AA & SSR
A Prestigious Career in the Indian Navy
Ours Defence Brigade – Hisar
The Indian Navy offers a golden opportunity for young aspirants to serve the nation through recruitment as Artificer Apprentice (AA) and Senior Secondary Recruit (SSR). These entries are conducted twice every year through an online application process followed by a structured selection procedure.
A common notification is issued for both AA and SSR entries, and candidates submit a single application form. The written examination is conducted at a national level for eligible applicants. Generally, the official notifications are released in the months of June and December. The examination for the June notification is conducted in August, while the examination for the December notification is held in March.
Ours Defence Brigade – Hisar provides systematic and result-oriented preparation to help students successfully clear each stage of the Navy selection process — from written examination to physical fitness and medical evaluation.
🔹 Artificer Apprentice (AA)
The AA entry is considered one of the most technical and prestigious sailor entries in the Indian Navy. Selected candidates receive advanced technical training in various engineering and naval technical trades.
This entry is ideal for students with strong command over Mathematics and Physics who are interested in working with modern naval equipment, machinery, and technology.
🔹 Senior Secondary Recruit (SSR)
The SSR entry provides opportunities to serve in various operational and technical branches of the Navy. It includes roles in navigation, communication, weapons systems, engineering support, and other important naval functions.
SSR entry offers diverse career growth opportunities within the naval structure.
🗓 Age Limit
Artificer Apprentice (AA)
- Minimum Age: 16.5 Years
- Maximum Age: 20 Years
Senior Secondary Recruit (SSR)
- Minimum Age: 16.5 Years
- Maximum Age: 21 Years
(Age limits are calculated as per official notification guidelines.)
🎓 Educational Qualification
Artificer Apprentice (AA)
- Must have passed 10+2 examination.
- Minimum 60% marks in aggregate.
- Mandatory subjects: Mathematics and Physics.
- At least one of the following subjects: Chemistry / Biology / Computer Science.
Senior Secondary Recruit (SSR)
- Must have passed 10+2 examination.
- Mandatory subjects: Mathematics and Physics.
- At least one of the following subjects: Chemistry / Biology / Computer Science.
Educational qualifications must be from recognized boards as per official guidelines.
1️⃣ Computer-Based Examination
The written examination is objective in nature and based on the 10+2 syllabus.
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| English | 25 |
| General Science | 25 |
| Mathematics | 25 |
| General Knowledge | 25 |
| Total Questions | 100 |
Total Marks: 100
Duration: 1 Hour
The Navy determines sectional and overall qualifying marks. Candidates must qualify in each subject and overall aggregate.
The written examination evaluates:
- Conceptual understanding
- Analytical skills
- Accuracy & time management
- General awareness
2️⃣ Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
- 1.6 Km Run in 7 Minutes
- 20 Squat Ups (Uthak Baithak)
- 10 Push-Ups
3️⃣ Medical Examination
- Visual standards
- Physical measurements
- Overall health condition
- Absence of medical deformities
Final selection depends on medical clearance.
🇮🇳 Begin Your Naval Journey Today
The Indian Navy offers not just a job, but a proud and honorable way of life.
Join Ours Defence Brigade – Hisar and take your first step towards wearing the uniform of the Indian Navy with pride and dignity.