Cochin Port Authority
— Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
| Post Name | Marine Engineer, Deputy Director (Research) |
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| Total Vacancies | 6 |
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| Qualification | Degree in Economics/Statistics/Mathematics or Marine Engineer Officer Class I Certificate |
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| Age Limit | Max 35 years for Dy. Director, Max 40 years for Marine Engineer |
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| Salary | Rs. 70,000 - 2,00,000 for Marine Engineer; Rs. 50,000 - 1,60,000 for Dy. Director |
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| Application Fee | Rs. 400 for all candidates; SC/ST exempted for reserved posts |
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| Selection Process | Written test (85%) followed by personal interview (15%) |
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Overview of Cochin Port Authority Recruitment 2026
The Cochin Port Authority has announced a recruitment notification for 6 Class-I positions. Interested candidates must submit their applications through the authorized online portal before the specified deadline.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
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| Marine Engineer | 5 |
| Dy. Director (Research) | 1 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Educational Qualification | Experience Requirement |
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| Marine Engineer | MOT 1st Class Motor Certificate or Marine Engineer Officer Class I Certificate (Merchant Shipping Act, 1958) | 1 year post-qualification experience as Chief/2nd Engineer on foreign-going ships |
| Dy. Director (Research) | Degree in Economics, Statistics, or Mathematics | 5 years executive experience in planning or data interpretation/surveys |
Age and Salary Specifications
| Post | Max Age Limit | Salary Scale (INR) |
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| Marine Engineer | 40 Years | 70,000 - 200,000 |
| Dy. Director (Research) | 35 Years | 50,000 - 160,000 |
Selection Process
The selection will be based on a two-stage process:
- Shortlisting/Written Test: Carries 85% weightage.
- Personal Interview: Carries 15% weightage.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 2026-07-31
- Application Deadline: 2026-08-31
Steps to Apply
- Visit the official Cochin Port Authority recruitment portal.
- Review the official notification PDF thoroughly to ensure eligibility.
- Register and complete the online application form with accurate personal and educational data.
- Upload required documents including photographs, signatures, and certificates.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 400 (General/OBC/SC/ST/EWS). Note: SC/ST candidates for reserved posts are exempted from the fee.
- Submit the form and retain a printed copy for future records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the age relaxation for this recruitment?
A: Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India norms for reserved categories. Please check the official notification PDF for detailed age relaxation charts.
Q: Can I submit the application via offline mode?
A: No, the Cochin Port Authority only accepts applications submitted through the designated online portal.
Complete the online application at the official portal before the deadline.
