Indian Sailor vs Airmen: Which is Better? All Details Here!

Let us first see the overall crux of the course planned for the recruitment of candidates in the Air Force and Navy.

About Air Force XY Group:

Unmarried male candidates seeking a career in the Indian Air Force may apply for X Group Technical entry and Y Group Non-Technical entry. The Indian Air Force X Y Group Exam is being held to recruit Airmen in the X and Y Group. The CASB selection board has been formally chosen for conducting the Airmen selection process.

• Exam Name: Indian Air Force XY Group Exam
• Conducting Body: Indian Air Force
• Selection Board: Central Airmen Selection Board (CASB)
• Official Website:cdac.in
• Exam Type: National Level
• Mode of Application: Online
• Exam Mode: Online

The selection process for the Indian Air Force's XY Group was divided into 3 stages:

• Phase-I: Online Written Test (Objective Type)
• Phase-II: Physical Fitness Test, Adaptability Test- I & II
• Phase-III: Medical Test

XY Group of the Indian Air Force has the following educational qualifications:

The following is a list of subjects and marks for the Indian Air Force XY Group Written Paper:

The pay structure of the Indian Air Force XY Group is based on salary, allowances, promotions, and other benefits:

• X Group Basic Training is a 6-month program with a stipend of Rs. 14600 in Belgaum, Karnataka.
• The duration of X Group Professional Training is 16 months.
• Y Group Basic Training is a 6-month program in Belgaum, Karnataka that pays Rs. 12600 per month.
• The Y Group Professional Training program lasts for a year.

Pay scale distinction based on rank:

Note: In addition to Dearness Allowance (DA), Transport Allowance, Composite Personal Maintenance Allowance, High Altitude Allowance, Leave Ration Allowance, Field Area/Modified Field Area Allowance, HRA, and Children Education Allowance, an Airman is entitled to other benefits.

About Indian Navy AA/SSR:

The Indian Navy's recruitment of unmarried male applicants as Sailors for Artificial Apprentice (AA) / Senior Secondary Recruits (SSR) provides an excellent opportunity to work in the Indian Navy. All of the sailors were split into two groups: ‘X' and ‘Y.' Artificial Apprentices are assigned to the ‘X' group, while the majority of the sailors are assigned to the ‘Y' group.

• Exam Name: Indian Navy AA/SSR & MR
• Conducting Body: Indian Navy
• Official Website:joinindiannavy.gov.in
• Exam Type: National Level
• Eligibility Criteria: Unmarried Male candidates can apply
• Mode of Application: Online
• Exam Mode: Online

The Indian Navy's AA/SSR selection process is divided into 3 phases:

• Phase-I: Online Written Test (Objective Type)
• Phase-II: Physical Fitness Test
• Phase-III: Medical Test

Eligibility Criteria for Indian Navy AA/SSR:

A summary of the subjects and marks for the Indian Navy AA/SSR Written Paper:

Note: A Candidate will receive 1 mark for a correct answer and.25 for an incorrect answer for each question. Unattempted answers will not be deducted from your grade.

 Indian Navy AA/SSR pay structure based on Salary, Allowances, Promotion, and Other Perks:

• The Indian Navy AA Basic Training lasts three months at INA, Chilika, and costs Rs. 14600.
• The Indian Navy's AA Professional Training lasts four months (depending on the trade).
• SSR of the Indian Navy A stipend of Rs.12600 is given for 6 months of basic training at INA, Chilika.
• The Indian Navy's SSR Professional Training lasts for 7 months (depending on the trade).

X Group (AA) pay scale differentiation on a rank-by-rank basis:

Y Group Rank-wise Pay Scale (SSR/MR/NMR) Distinction:

MCPO: Master Chief Petty Officer

Note: Sailors are also eligible for Dearness Allowance (DA), Instructional Allowance, Submarine Allowance, Flying Allowance, Marine Commando Allowance, Diving Allowance, Sea Duty Allowance, Hard Area Allowance, CILQ Allowance, and Transport Allowance.

Training Procedure:

Navy AA/SSR: 

• AA selected applicants would go through a nine-week basic training program at INS Chilka, followed by professional training in the assigned trade at various Naval Training Establishments. The branch/trade will be assigned based on the Service's needs.
• SSR candidates who are chosen will go through 22 weeks of basic training at INS Chilka, followed by professional training in their assigned trade at various Naval Training Establishments. The branch/trade will be assigned based on the Service's needs. Candidates will be paid a stipend while undergoing training.

Air Force: The Airmen Training Academy will train all Airforce X and Y Group selection applicants for six months. The Airforce cadets will be paid a monthly stipend of $14,500 during their training.

Working Conditions & lifestyle (Comparison)

In terms of job location, airman mostly serve in peace stations and have the privilege of staying with their families. On the other hand, AA/SSR work on ship most of the time. So more sailing and less family time. In terms of salary, both posts are equivalent. A sailor gets chances to visit foreign countries where as Airmen rarely get foreign visits but airmen do participate in bilateral exercises on foreign lands. In terms of pension, one has to serve at least 15 years in the Indian navy to be eligible to get pension where as it is 20 years in the Indian Airforce. In terms of work, airman are only required to their own trade work whereas the sailors are required to other menial jobs as well.

Conclusion:

Comparing these two positions is highly difficult. Joining the Indian Air Force and Indian Navy is a career path you should certainly consider if you want to serve your country with pride. For young men, a career as an Airman or Sailor is the best choice.

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