The Indian Naval Academy (INA) marked a proud milestone on May 30, 2025, with the successful completion of the Spring Term 2025 Convocation Ceremony. A total of 83 midshipmen received their engineering degrees after four rigorous years of academic, physical, and military training, culminating in a proud moment for families, mentors, and the nation.
The event also honored five international trainees from Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Tanzania, underscoring the INA’s expanding role in fostering global naval collaboration. Their participation reflects India’s commitment to military diplomacy and maritime partnerships with friendly nations.
Dr. Jaiteerth R. Joshi, Director General of BrahMos Aerospace and an acclaimed missile scientist, graced the ceremony as the Chief Guest. Having assumed leadership of BrahMos on December 1, 2024, Dr. Joshi shared insights from his work on strategic missile systems like the LRSAM and MRSAM. He encouraged the graduating midshipmen to embrace innovation, technical excellence, and the Indian Navy’s ethos of integrity as they embark on their careers.
Accredited by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), the INA’s integrated BTech program combines academic rigor with Navy-specific military and physical training. The comprehensive curriculum prepares graduates for the complex demands of modern naval operations, equipping them with the skills to serve as frontline leaders of India’s maritime defense.
In his address, Dr. Joshi also emphasized the increasing alignment between India’s defense research sector and naval operations. Highlighting developments such as the upcoming Mark-II version of the BRAHMOS missile, which aims to achieve hypersonic speeds, he called upon the young officers to stay ahead of evolving threats and adopt a mindset of continuous learning.
The convocation came on the heels of the Autumn Term 2024 Passing Out Parade held on November 30, 2024, where 239 trainees, including 8 women and 12 foreign cadets, graduated as officers. These back-to-back ceremonies showcase the INA’s vital role in nurturing a technologically adept and globally connected cadre of naval officers.
The international trainees, who participated fully in the INA experience—including celebrating Indian festivals and learning Hindi—expressed deep appreciation for the bonds of friendship and professional growth developed during their tenure in India.
The Spring Term 2025 Convocation reaffirmed the Indian Naval Academy’s standing as a premier institution in shaping future maritime leaders, blending tradition, discipline, and innovation to meet the dynamic challenges of naval warfare and diplomacy in the 21st century.
