The Chief of Navy (Malay: Panglima Tentera Laut) is the most senior appointment in the Royal Malaysian Navy and has been held by a four-star officer in the rank of admiral since 2002.

The Chief of Navy is a member of the Malaysian Armed Forces Council and directly reports to the Chief of Defence Forces.

The current Chief of Navy is Laksamana Datuk Zulhelmy Ithnain who succeeded Laksamana Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Ayob on 23 September 2024.