Hydrographic Officers

Job Description:

This small but crucial sub specialization is responsible for collecting information needed for the charts used by the Indian Navy and other Navies around the world. You have the option to remain a Surveyor throughout your career for the sheer love of it, or opt for other shore-based appointments. 

How to Join:

A)            Cadet Entry (NDA)

(i)      Type of Entry                       -    National Defence Academy (NDA)

(ii)      Mode of selection                   -    Through Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and getting through Naval Selection Board.

(iii)     Advertisement Schedule            -    Advertised in all National Leading Newspapers/Employment News in Apr/May and Sep/Oct every year.

(v)      Status Awarded                     -    Sub Lieutenant in Navy.

B)            Short Service Commission (SSC)

(i)      Type of Entry                       -    SSC Hydro Cadre

(ii)      Mode of selection                   -    Direct Interview Naval Selection Board.

(iii)     Advertisement Schedule            -    Advertised in all National Leading Newspapers/Employment News in Apr/May and Sep/Oct every year.

(v)      Status Awarded                     -    Sub Lieutenant in Navy.

Qualification:

A)            Cadet Entry (NDA)

(i)      Qualifications                        -    10+2 with Mathematics, Physics.

(ii)      Age                                    -    16½ to 19 years.

C)            Short Service Commission (SSC)

(i)      Qualifications                        -    B.Sc. II Division with minimum 50% marks with Physics and Maths.

(ii)      Age                                    -    19½ - 25 years.

See Examination Details in APYL Career Counselor under ‘Examinations in India’.

Remuneration:

Starting Salary Rs. 8,250, which reaches Rs. 10,050 within 6/7 years of service. (excluding other allowances)