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To join the Navy, you must: Be a U.S. citizen; or Legal Permanent Resident (Enlisted) Be between the ages of 17 and 39 to enlist or be between 19 and 42 to become an Officer* Have a high school diploma or GED equivalent (Enlisted) or have a four-year degree from an accredited university (Officer)
A written examination conducted by UPSC determines Selection for Permanent Commission through NDA/NA cadet and CDSE (Graduate). This is followed by an interview by the Service Selection Board (SSB). For all other Permanent Commission entries and Short Service Commission entries there is no written examination.
Can you join the Navy if you’re blind in one eye?
No you cannot join the Army with a blind eye, the DODMERB exam will disqualify you on account of your disability. You might be able to apply for a waiver and get a non-combat role in the Army but you will still have to meet the physical requirements of being a soldier. No, you can’t even stay in if you lose an eye.
Does the Navy pay for housing?
The Navy will help you pay for housing with allowances provided to Sailors living off-base. Allowances will vary depending on rank, rate, housing location and dependents.
The Indian Navy
| Pay Scale of Officers | ||
|---|---|---|
| RANK | LEVEL | PAY BAND (in Rs.) |
| SUB LIEUTENANT | 10 | 56100-177500 |
| LIEUTENANT | 10B | 61300-193900 |
| LIEUTENANT COMMANDER | 11 | 69400-207200 |
Indian Navy Officer Recruitment: 10+2 (B. Tech) Cadet Entry
| Exam Type | 10+2 (B.Tech) Cadet Entry |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | 10+2 (PCM) with 70% aggregate; Final year students are not eligible |
| Navy Age Limit | 16.5 to 19 years (At the time of commencement of course) |
| Gender | Male |
Do you need good eyesight to be in the Navy?
For entry into the Naval Service, your corrected & uncorrected vision must meet the standard for your branch. The lowest acceptable standard for entry is this branches that accept Visual Acuity standard 3 – Logistics, ETME/WE or Medical branches.
Can you have one eye in the military?
However, for entrance into USMA or ROTC, distant visual acuity that does not correct to 20/20 in one eye and 20/40 in the other eye is disqualifying. For entrance into Officer Candidate School, distant visual acuity that does not correct to 20/20 in one eye and 20/100 in the other eye is disqualifying.
General requirements are U.S. citizenship, a high school diploma and a qualifying score on the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test. You must speak, read and write English fluently to join the Navy.
Basic Qualifications. Generally, the Navy recruits officers between the ages of 19 and 35. Only U.S. citizens are eligible. Most officers have earned a bachelor’s degree with good grades.
What is required to be in the Navy?
What Are the Requirements for Joining the Navy? Age Requirements. To join the Navy without your parents’ consent as an enlisted member you must be at least 18 years old. Citizenship. The Navy requires that you be a United States citizen before you join as an enlistee or officer. Education. Medical Requirements. Personal Background.
What documents do you need to enlist in the Navy?
Identification. You need a driver’s license or other state-issued identification card. A green card or passport may be acceptable in place of these items if you don’t have a driver’s license. A social security card and certified copy of your birth certificate are also required at the time you enlist.