Yes, Gunjan the Indian Navy recruits Naval Cadets through various recruitments conducted every year. For 12th candidates, the cadets are usually selected for Executive, Electrical & Engineering Branches of the Navy. On passing out from the National Defence Academy, cadets are given sea training on cadet training ship for the duration of 6 months.

There are various routes to join Indian Navy:

To join permanent commission ( Engineering Branch, marine engineers)

Cadet Entry ( Through NDA Exam , conducted twice a year i.e. in the month of April & August). The opportunity is available to the students who have studied PCM at 12th standard and agr in the age group of 16.5 years to 19 years. Cadet entry ( Technical)

To join Engineering Branch- Naval Architecture , one should have completed 12th ( PCM, min 70% PCM & 50% English)

Executive, Logistics & Education Branch ( Permanent Commision)

Cadet Entry through NDA Examination , conducted by upsc. An individual should have studied 12th (PCM) and must be in age group 16.5 years to 19 years

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