How To Become Naval Architect in Indian Navy | SSC Technical Branch

Joining the Indian Navy as a Short Service Commissioned Officer in Naval Architecture on Completion of Engineering will give you ample opportunity to grow professionally due to the wide range of opportunities available in the present environment.

What is Naval Constructor in Indian Navy?

Naval Architecture (Naval Constructor) is one of the finest and technologically vibrant career options to the BE/B Tech qualified unmarried Male & Women to pursue professional career growth as a well wide range of personal interests, hobbies, higher qualifications including M Tech from the deputed IITs.

The Naval Architecture professional will take care of the Navy’s continued program of designing warships and submarines, construction of shipyards, & operational assigned tasks as a defender of the Nation(as a maritime warrior).

Indian Naval Constructor, an officer of the Indian Navy, will get a decent lifestyle and opportunities to develop new skills through independent and responsible assignments in warships and submarines.

A direct five days SSB interview consisting of a psychologist, GTO & interview officer test will enable them to decide their potential to become Indian Navy officers in the Short Service Commission (Maximum of 14 years)

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How To Become Naval Architect In Indian Navy(Men&Women)

Check Naval Architecture Eligibility

>> Age

Born between 02 July 1997 to 01 Jan 2003(Both dates inclusive) ie age between 19.5 to 25 years.

>> Qualification

B Tech/B.E with 60% marks in the following disciplines as Mechanical, Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mettaugy, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Marine Engineering, ship technology, shipbuilding, and ship design.

>> Vacancy

For Jun 2021, the number of Vacancies is 12

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The date of submission of the application online is from 21 September 2021 to 05 October 2021.

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Steps To Apply for Naval Constructor in Indian Navy (Online Application)

If you are eligible from the above-stated criteria, then you can apply for the Indian navy form online with few simple steps:

1. Go to www.joinindiannavy.gov.in

2. Click on “Current Events” (Present on the right side of the website). Choose the Naval Constructor Notification

3. Click Apply Online

4. Select Your Hometown State and Save

5. Create a new Account (If you already created one, simply log in)

6. Fill up your personal details, educational details and account details.

7. After that you will need to verify your email ID and mobile number.

So you will need to check your email and an OTP message on the number you registered on the Indian Navy Website

8. After confirmation of the account, Login again to complete your application registration

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The date of submission of the application online is from 21 September 2021 to 05 October 2021.

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Points to Remember

• Minimum 60% Marks BTech/BE in a Specified Engineering Stream only

• The candidate will indict as Sub-Lt on joining Indian Naval Academy on 01 July 2022 and eligible to get pay & allowance as on the same date.

• Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview at Bangalore/ based on the total marks on B Tech/BE.

• No change of SSB center, change of interview is permitted due to Covid-19.

• Train Fare(AC III ) is allowed on producing railway/flight tickets for the first-timers for this entry.

• Keep your email and telephone numbers should active to receive text messages.

• SSB preparation is the key to success for this entry.

• interested male and women candidates to apply from 21 September 21 to 05 October 21 through e-submission.

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Peculiarities of SSC Technical Branch (Naval Constructor)

Submarines of the Indian Navy are highly sophisticated and technologically advanced platforms.

Onboard submarines, men work with state-of-the-art weapons, navigational systems, communication sets, diving equipment, etc.

The art of submarine warfare involves having a good understanding of own capabilities and limitations and be able to turn them to own advantage.

In order to fulfill the aim of using the submarine as an instrument of tactical warfare, personnel goes through many years of rigorous practice in the art of operating weapons and sensors.

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Service Selection Boards Procedures

SSB procedure is the same as normal candidates who appear as NDA candidates or graduate-entry scheme etc.

Interview call-up will be issued by the Service selection center or Naval Headquarters and inform the candidate through e-mail accordingly.

No change of SSB center and date of interview is permitted due to the to Covid-19 situation. Hence, candidates should prepare for SSB well in advance.

Since The Naval Officer of any specialized category can be called upon to perform operational duties, SSB will test the candidate’s personality through a Five-day selection schedule along with other Naval Officers aspirants.

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No relaxation can be expected from SSB for the testing procedure due to your outstanding sports performance at the National/International level.

The two stages of SSB such as Screening Test consists of OIR, PPDT and GTO, Psychologist & Interview covering four days of the test.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the Likely Responsibilities of the Naval Architects Pursue?

A: As a Naval Officer under the Naval Constructor branch, you will be entitled to different responsibilities based on your capability and requirements from the Navy:

>> Onboard ships

When serving under this appointment, you will be called as Naval Architect Officer (NAO)/ Hull Maintenance Officer (HMO).

During this appointment, you will be responsible for all the hull related equipment and systems onboard the ship. The ship may be operational or in refit.

Responsibilities:

Only male officers are appointed to get on board

Tenure: approx 18 months

As a naval architect, you may or may not get one tenure of onboard ship experience in your Naval Career

>> Dockyards / Repair yards

Dockyards/Repair yards are an important asset to keep the Naval Vessels and ships top notch

The Indian Navy handles two dockyards, one in Vizag and one in Mumbai, and a number of repair yards including the one in Port Blair.

Responsibilities:

As a naval architect, you can be posted in any of these yards and will be responsible for the refit and repair of the naval vessels during this appointment.

This includes the docking and undocking of the vessel, hull preservation works, and upkeep of the interior spaces.

Tenure: 18 months to five years.

>> Shipyards

Shipyards are using to construct Indian naval vessels and are present across the country

Responsibilities:

A Naval Architect will be responsible for the project management and inspection of the workmanship and materials used by the shipyard.

You will be posted in these shipyards to oversee the construction and manage the same.

Tenure: 18 months to five years.

>> Design Organizations

The directorate of naval design is responsible for the design of the indigenously constructed warships.

Responsibilities:

A Naval Architect appointed in this directorate will be responsible for the design and project management of new construction ships.

Tenure: 18 months to five years.

>> Naval Construction Officer

You will join the Naval Architecture Cadre of the Engineering Branch.

Responsibilities:

A Naval Architect is involved in the design, construction, quality control, repair, and new construction work of naval vessels.

With the Navy going for more and more sophisticated warship production within the country, the Corps of Naval Architects offers excellent opportunities to keep abreast of the advancement in shipbuilding technology and implement your innovative ideas.

Q: Which is the Best Cadre Among Naval Architecture, Logistics, and Education Corps in the Indian Navy?

A: Every Branch including the Naval Architecture, Logistics, or the Education Corps play a vital role in the Indian Navy

The Logistics is a seagoing cadre while the Naval Architecture and Education Officers mainly serve ashore.

Choosing these departments also depends on the qualifications you have earned before applying for the Indian Navy.

• Applying for Naval Architecture requires Engineering Degree in Naval Architecture or Mechanical Engineering

• Education Corps requires a candidate to have a Post Graduation degree

• While applying under the Logistics branch requires a degree in Science or Commerce.

You can read more details on the different branches from the Indian Navy official Website

Q: Is Naval Architecture a Correct choice for a Woman to Work in the Indian Navy?

A: Naval Architecture is always a good option and gives a golden opportunity for women who wish to join the Indian Navy after Engineering

You will be entitled to various responsibilities to work in divisions like Design, Production, and Planning (Project Management).

And Honestly, the Exposure you will be getting as a Navy officer in the Defence sector is awesome and better than most civil jobs

Usually, girls are absorbed in the Indian Navy as SSC Officer who has to go on compulsory retirement after 14 yrs of service ( Max).

You may also look equally into Defence PSUs like Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd, GRSE, and HSL to build an equivalent career.

Naval architect having experience in Defence sectors (as mentioned above) is well welcomed in the world market.

So I recommend you to opt for this course if you wish to have a daring engineer’s life.

Q: Can a Naval Architect in the Indian Navy Stay with their Family?

A: Most of the Officers from the Naval Architecture branch are not posted to seagoing ships and serve throughout their Naval service inshore establishments like Naval Dockyards or design establishments.

Hence they can stay with their families in government accommodation as allotted by the Indian navy

Q: What is the Entry Salary in the Indian navy for a Naval architect officer?

A: Salary has never been a priority for any Cadre joining the Armed Forces. Nonetheless, an officer of the Indian Armed Forces have a good salary including various benefits in his/her career

The Pay scale of all officers in the Indian armed forces is not based on which branch you are in, but given with respect to your rank.

So the base pay and perks are the same for all officers based on their rank (irrespective of the branch). Some may have special allowances in case they are Marco, paratrooper, diver, etc.

You can refer to the official website to see the pay scale given to Indian Navy officers according to their ranks

Q: Can I join the Indian Navy after B.Arch.?

A: Yes you can join the Indian Navy after B.Arch.

As a matter of fact, candidates who have completed a degree in B.Arch can get some great opportunities and exposure from the Indian Navy

You can become eligible to do courses at IIT Delhi and be given responsibilities for shipbuilding and continuous improvement of ships during maintenance.

Being expanding Navy opportunities are in bulk and it is going to be a challenging job. If the above reasons suit you, go ahead and seize the glory.

Conclusion

Indian Navy one of the best options to join the Armed Forces as an Officer under the Short Service Commission for the Technical Branch ( Naval Constructor)

Unlike other entries, you will be exempted from any kind of written test and will be called for a Direct SSB Interview in one of the Indian Navy SSB Centre across India

In this article, we have given you the eligibility criteria to apply for the scheme, the procedure, and your SSB procedure

This is a golden opportunity for candidates looking to join the Indian Navy as an Officer after your Technical Degree and play a vital role for the Indian Navy

All the Best!

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