Cochin Port Authority Recruitment 2026 Announced: Apply to 8 Marine Services Officer and Dredger Commander Vacancies by October 12

• Cochin Port Authority is recruiting eight candidates for AMSO, DMSO, MSO and Dredger Commander posts in Kochi.
• Monthly remuneration ranges from ₹50,000 to ₹1.40 lakh, depending on the position and eligibility.
• Online applications are open from September 11 to October 12, 2026, with selection based on qualifications, experience and interview.

Cochin Port Authority has opened online applications for eight marine-sector vacancies on a contract basis, combining recruitment for Assistant Marine Services Officer (AMSO), Deputy Marine Services Officer (DMSO), Marine Services Officer (MSO) and Dredger Commander. Applications for both recruitment drives can be submitted until October 12, 2026.

Seven of the vacancies are under the Marine Services Officer recruitment — four AMSO, two DMSO and one MSO — while a separate recruitment covers one Dredger Commander position. The monthly remuneration ranges from ₹50,000 for AMSO to as much as ₹1,40,000 for a Dredger Commander holding the specified Master Foreign Going qualification.

The vacancies are aimed primarily at candidates with relevant maritime qualifications, Indian Navy service or marine-sector experience. Selection does not involve a written examination; candidates will be shortlisted based on eligibility, qualification and experience before the personal interview stage.

Cochin Port Authority Recruitment 2026

The two recruitment processes cover a combined eight contract vacancies at Cochin Port Authority in Kochi, Kerala.

Combined Vacancy Details

The AMSO post accounts for half of the combined vacancies, while the higher-level MSO and Dredger Commander recruitments have one position each.

Monthly Salary

Remuneration varies according to the position and, in the case of Dredger Commander, the candidate’s marine competency qualification.

Candidates applying for Dredger Commander should note that the remuneration is linked to the applicable qualification category.

Marine Services Officer Posts: Qualification and Experience

Assistant Marine Services Officer (AMSO)

Candidates must have served as a Petty Officer in the Executive Branch of the Indian Navy or equivalent, with at least seven years of relevant experience.

Alternatively, candidates possessing the prescribed NWKO (NCV) qualification with at least one year of post-qualification experience can be considered.

Applicants must also have passed Higher Secondary/Class 12 or equivalent. Good spoken and written knowledge of English, Hindi and Malayalam is required.

Deputy Marine Services Officer (DMSO)

Candidates must satisfy the applicable basic marine-service qualification and additionally possess at least five years of experience as Assistant Marine Foreman, AMSO, Marine Supervisor or in a similar position.

Marine Services Officer (MSO)

Candidates must satisfy the prescribed underlying marine qualification and possess either:

• At least 10 years’ experience as Assistant Marine Foreman, AMSO, Marine Supervisor or similar; or
• At least three years’ experience as Deputy Marine Foreman, DMSO or in a similar capacity.

Relevant port-sector experience will be given preference for these marine services positions.

Dredger Commander Qualification

Candidates applying for the Dredger Commander vacancy must satisfy at least one of the specified qualification and experience routes.

Candidates should ensure that both the competency certificate and prescribed experience conditions are satisfied as on the eligibility cut-off date.

Age Limit

Different upper-age limits apply to the two recruitment categories.

No specific upper-age relaxation is stated in the available recruitment details.

Selection Process

Both recruitment drives follow a selection process centered on professional qualification and relevant experience rather than a written examination.

The stated evaluation carries:

Applications will first be scrutinized and candidates meeting the requirements may be shortlisted. Shortlisted candidates will then undergo document verification and/or a personal interview as applicable.

No written examination is specified for these vacancies.

Contract Appointment

All eight vacancies covered by the two recruitment processes are contractual appointments.

Applicants should therefore check the individual notification for the duration of engagement, extension provisions, termination conditions and other terms attached to the contract before accepting an appointment.

The stated monthly remuneration should also be treated according to the contractual terms applicable to the respective position.

Important Dates

Both recruitments follow the same application window, allowing candidates to complete their online application until October 12.

Application Fee

The available recruitment details do not specify a confirmed application fee.

Candidates should check the relevant Cochin Port Authority notification and online application instructions for any fee requirement before submitting the form.

How to Apply for Cochin Port Authority Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the Cochin Port Authority recruitment/careers section.
2. Select the appropriate recruitment — Marine Services Officer posts or Dredger Commander.
3. Read the corresponding notification and confirm the qualification, experience, age and contractual appointment requirements.
4. Open the online application facility for the selected post.
5. Enter the required personal and contact information.
6. Provide complete educational, professional, maritime and employment/service details.
7. Upload the prescribed photograph, signature, competency certificates, experience documents and other supporting records.
8. Pay an application fee only if one is specifically required in the applicable notification/application portal.
9. Review all information carefully and submit the application by October 12, 2026.
10. Save or print the submitted application for use during document verification and interview.

Documents for Marine Posts

Applicants should keep documentation supporting the qualification route under which they claim eligibility.

For former or serving naval personnel, the relevant service records and proof of rank/sea service should be available. Candidates applying through maritime competency qualifications should provide the appropriate Certificate of Competency along with documentary proof of the required post-qualification or dredger experience.

Experience certificates should clearly support the duration and nature of experience required for AMSO, DMSO, MSO or Dredger Commander, as applicable.

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