Indian Navy Artificer Apprentice (AA) 2022 – Indian Navy has released the official notification for Sailor Entry through Artificer Apprentice on the official website. The application form for Indian Navy Artificer Apprentice (AA) 2022 has been started on March 29, 2022 at joinindiannavy.gov.in. The last date to submit the application form for Indian Navy Artificer Apprentice (AA) is April 05, 2022. The Indian Navy conducts online recruitment test (CBT) followed by Physical Tests and Medical examinations for intake of Sailors through the Artificer Apprentice program. A total of 2500 vacancies are available for AA posts in 2022. Read this article to know the complete details of the recruitment Indian Navy Artificer Apprentice (AA) 2022 including eligibility, application, exam pattern, and more.
Latest: The Application Form for Indian Navy AA 2022 is now available. Apply here
Indian Navy Artificer Apprentice (AA) 2022
As compared to other professions in the civilian world, the Indian Navy has a great deal to offer to young men and women. Here is the chance to join the prestige organization i.e Indian Navy as a sailor and have the honor of serving the motherland selflessly. Candidates can check the important details regarding the exam from the table below.
Indian Navy Artificer Apprentice (AA) 2022 | Date |
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Availability of Application Form | 29 Mar 2022 |
Last date to submit application form | 05 Apr 2022 |
Availability of Admit Card | To be announced |
Conduction of Online Exam & PFTs | To be announced |
Release of merit list | To be announced |
Course Commencement | August 2022 |
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Indian Navy Artificer Apprentice (AA) 2022 Overview
Post Name: Sailors for Artificer Apprentice (AA)
Age limit – Candidates should be born between 01 Feb 2001 to 31 Jul 2004 (Both dates inclusive).
Educational qualification – Qualified in 10+2 examination with 60% or more marks in aggregate with Maths & Physics and at least one of these subjects among Chemistry/Biology/Computer Science from an Educational board recognized by Central/ State government.
Selection process – Selection of recruits is based on the order of merit on their performance in Examination, qualifying Physical Fitness Test (PFT) and fitness in Medical Examinations
Pay & Allowances – During the initial training period, a stipend of Rs. 14,600/- per month will be admissible. On successful completion of initial training, they will be placed in Level 3 of the Defence Pay Matrix (₹ 21,700- ₹69,100). In addition, they will be paid MSP @ ₹ 5200/- plus ‘X’ Group Pay @ Rs 6200/- per month plus DA (as applicable).
Indian Navy Artificer Apprentice (AA) 2022 Result
Results of the online examination will be announced on the official website. Approximately 600 candidates who score the highest marks in the online examination and qualify the PFTs are called to be selected in the merit lists. The cut off marks are decided and announced in due course of time.
Merit list is published for candidates who have passed in CBTs and qualified through the PFTs. This select list releases as per schedule on the official website joinindiannavy.gov.in. All selected candidates are called to INS Chilka for Final enrolment medicals.
Indian Navy Artificer Apprentice (AA) 2022 Admit Card
Admit card is issued for the examination only to those candidates who have successfully paid the examination fee and who are entitled to waiver of the examination fee. The Call up Letters cum Admit Card for the exam releases online at the official website at joinindiannavy.gov.in. The only mode of downloading the admit card is online. Apart from that are no other modes to download the admit card.
Indian Navy Artificer Apprentice (AA) 2022 Exam Pattern
The selection of the candidates is based on the order of merit of their performance in the following events.
- Written Test
- Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
- Medical Examinations
Phase – I Computer Based Examination Pattern
Subjects | No. of Question |
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English | 25 |
Science | 25 |
Mathematics | 25 |
General Knowledge | 25 |
Total | 100 |
Scheme & Pattern of CBT
Exam Mode: Computer Based Test
Language: English & Hindi
Type of Questions: Objective type only
Duration: 60 minutes
The candidates are required to pass in all sections and in aggregate. For the Candidate’s ease of understanding the standard of the question, paper will be that of 10+2 and the syllabus for the examination is available on the website joinindiannavy.gov.in. The candidates are required to pass in all sections and in aggregate. The Navy reserves the right to determine the pass marks in each Section and in aggregate.
Phase- II Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
- The PFTs are conducted on the same day as the CBTs.
- Qualifying through the Physical Fitness Test is mandatory for selection.
- PFT will consist of 1.6 Km run to be completed in 7 minutes, 20 squat ups (Uthak Baithak), and 10 Push-ups. Candidates undergoing PFT will do so at their own risk.
Phase-III Medical Standards
- Medical examination will be conducted by authorized military doctors as per the medical standard described in current regulations applicable to sailors on entry.
- Minimum height 157 cms. Weight and Chest should be proportionate. Minimum chest expansion of 5 cms.
Indian Navy Artificer Apprentice (AA) 2022 Eligibility Criteria
The Navy lays down certain minimum conditions of eligibility for the Artificer Apprentice 2022 recruitment. Candidates can check out the minimum eligibility criteria in this section.
Note: Only unmarried male candidates are eligible to apply
Education Qualification:
- Must have qualified in Class 12 or equivalent examination with 60% or more marks in aggregate with Maths & Physics
- One must also have studied at least one of the subjects among Chemistry/Biology/Computer Science.
Age Limit:
- Candidates should be born between 01 Feb 2001 to 31 Jul 2004 (Both dates inclusive).
Physical Standards:
- A minimum height of 157 cms is required with a proportionate weight and chest measurement.
- Minimum chest expansion of 5 cms is required.
Note: Qualifying for Physical Fitness Test is mandatory for selection.
Visual Standards

Note:- Applicants declared Permanent medically unfit by any Armed Forces Hospital in previous recruitment for the same entry in Navy are advised not to apply.
Indian Navy Artificer Apprentice (AA) 2022 Application Form
Candidates can fill the application form through the official website i.e. joinindiannavy.gov.in. The Navy does not charge any application fee for recruitment. However, those who apply through Common Service Centres have to pay a fee of Rs 60 + GST. Candidates can check the key steps to apply online below.
1st Step: Open the website joinindiannavy.gov.in using any compatible internet browser.
2nd Step: Under Careers & Jobs, select Sailor and then AA.
3rd Step: Register online by clicking on the new registration link using a valid email ID and mobile number.
4th Step: Note down the login credentials and use these to login to fill up the application form.
5th Step: Upload scanned images of latest photograph and signature as per specifications.
6th Step: Verify the details and submit the application form online to complete the process.
About Indian Navy
The Indian Navy is a balanced and three-dimensional force, capable of operating related with the navy, on and under the surface of the oceans efficiently safeguarding our nation. The Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) acts practical and administrative control of the Indian Navy from the Integrated Headquarters of the Ministry of Defence (Navy). He is coordinated by the Vice Chief of the Naval Staff (VCNS) and three other Principal Staff Officers, namely the Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff (DCNS), the Chief of Personnel (COP) and the Chief of Material (COM). Indian Navy has 67,252 personnel in service and has a fleet of 137 warships and 235 aircraft.
Important Downloads
Official Notification | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. How can I apply for Artificer Apprentice recruitment announced by the Indian Navy?
Ans: You can apply for post in online mode only and the official website of Indian Navy is joinindiannavy.gov.in.
Q. What is the Eligibility criteria to apply for Artificer Apprentices (AA)?
Ans: Unmarried Male candidates between the age of 17 to 20, with an Educational Qualification of 55% or more marks in aggregate in 10+2/ equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics are eligible to apply for Artificer Apprentices (AA).
Q. In total how many vacancies are there in Artificer Apprentices (AA) Recruitment?
Ans: In total 2500 vacancies for Artificer Apprentices Recruitment in the August 2022 batch.
Q. How many salaries per month in the Indian Navy artificer apprentice?
Ans: During the training period, a stipend of Rs. 14,600. On successful completion of training, they will be placed in Level 3 of the Defence Pay Matrix (₹ 21,700- ₹69,100).
Q. How can I get information related to the syllabus of the Artificer Apprentices (AA) Recruitment Examination?
Ans: The syllabus and exam pattern of Examination are available on the India Navy official website – joinindiannavy.gov.in along with the notification.
Q. Is there any reservation of vacancies for the candidates belonging to SC/ ST category?
Ans: No, there is no reservation of vacancies for candidates from SC/ ST category. Candidates from SC/ ST category will only be entitled to waiver of the examination fee.
Official Website: joinindiannavy.gov.in
Sir I have 57 percentage in PCM and over all percentage is 67 can I eligible for navy AA
Hello Ravi,
Yes you are eligible for Indian Navy AA.
Sir I have passed navy with 48.5 marks and cut off for aa is 47 . So sir tell me any of other final merit list will be upload or not. The ssr cut off is 43 in rajsthan .So tell me can I eligible for ssr with this marks or only for aa.
Thnx sir
How many times is this exam conducted and when?please mention the dates as well.
Is this job for girls too
Sir I want to know about Indian Navy I want to join in that and I am studying 8th IIT in bhashyam