New Chief of the Naval Staff (India) : The Chief of the Naval Staff is the commander and the highest-ranking officer in the Indian Navy. The position is abbreviated CNS in Indian Navy cables and communication, and usually held by a four-star officer in the rank of Admiral. The current CNS is Admiral Karambir Singh. The 24th Navy Chief, he took over from Admiral Sunil Lanba, who retired on 31 May 2019 after four decades of service from the navy. Office of the Chief of the Naval Staff The office of the Chief of the Naval Staff was created by The Commanders-In-Chief (Change in Designation) Act of the Indian Parliament in 1955, replacing the erstwhile office of the Commander-in-Chief, Indian Navy.[5] The office is based at South Block in Raisina Hill. Appointments to the office are made by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC). The Chief of the Naval Staff generally reaches superannuation upon serving three years or at the age of 62, whichever is earlier. Indian Navy Abbreviation CNS Member of Strategic Policy Group Seat Central Secretariat Appointer Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) The Chief of the Naval Staff is usually the senior-most Indian Navy officer of the senior most batch. The appointee for the office is approved by Appointments Committee of the Cabinet headed by Prime Minister, based on appointee's ability and strong confidence with Prime Minister. Term length 3 years or at the age of 62, whichever is earlier. Precursor Commander-in-Chief, Indian Navy Formation 1 April 1955; 64 years ago First holder Admiral Sir Charles Thomas Mark Pizey Deputy Vice Chief of the Naval Staff Salary ₹250, 000 (US$3, 600) monthly[1][2] Best NDA Class In Pune ( Dignitary )