Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026: Apply for Class-I Pilots and Other Post

Latest notifications for Deendayal Port Authority recruitment 2026 updated today are listed here. Below is the complete list of all Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) recruitment in India for the current year 2026 where you can find information on how you can apply and register for various opportunities:

DPA Pilot Recruitment 2026 for 09 Class-I Pilot Posts | Last Date: 14th March 2026

Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), a major port under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Government of India, has released an official notification inviting online applications for the recruitment of 09 Pilot (Class-I) posts. This recruitment drive is being conducted on a regular basis with an attractive pay scale under the IDA pattern. The application process is both online and offline, with the deadline for online submission set as 14 March 2026 and the printed application submission deadline as 24 March 2026.

Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026 Notification

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Name of OrganizationDeendayal Port Authority (DPA)
Post namesPilot (Class-I)
EducationCertificate of Competency as Master (Foreign Going) + 1 Year Experience
Total Vacancies09
Apply ModeOnline + Hard Copy via Post
Job LocationGandhidham, Gujarat
Last Date To Apply14 March 2026 (Online) 24 March 2026 (Offline)

DPA Vacancy

Post NameVacancyEducation
Pilot (Class-I)09Certificate of Competency as Master (FG) + 1 Year as Master/Chief Officer

Category-Wise Distribution

CategoryVacancies
Unreserved (UR)03
EWS01
OBC (NCL) – Backlog03
SC01
ST01
PwBD (across categories)01

Education

  • Must hold a Certificate of Competency as Master of Foreign Going Ship issued by the Ministry of Shipping, Government of India
  • One year post-qualification experience as Master or Chief Officer of a foreign going ship

Salary

  • ₹70,000 – ₹2,00,000 (IDA Pattern)

Age Limit (as on 14 March 2026)

  • Upper Limit: 40 years
  • Relaxation:
    • SC/ST: 5 years
    • OBC (NCL): 3 years
    • PwBD: 10 years (subject to max 56 years)
    • Ex-Servicemen and Major Port employees: as per rules

Application Fee

  • Not specified in the notification (presumed to be Nil)

Selection Process

  1. Written Test (only if applicants ≥ 20)
  2. Personal Interview (in 1:5 ratio based on availability)

How to Apply

  1. Apply Online:
    • Visit: www.deendayalport.gov.in
    • Navigate to the Recruitment Section and fill out the Pilot 2026 online form
    • Submit by 14 March 2026
  2. Submit Hard Copy:
    • Print the submitted online application
    • Affix a passport-size photo
    • Attach self-attested copies of:
      • Qualification certificates
      • Experience certificate
      • Age proof
      • Caste/Category certificate (if applicable)
    • Send via Speed Post/Registered Post to:The Secretary
      Deendayal Port Authority
      Post Bag No. 50
      Administrative Office Building
      Tagore Road, Gandhidham (Kachchh),
      Gujarat – 370201
    • Must reach on or before 24 March 2026

Important Dates

Notification Date13 February 2026
Online Application Last Date14 March 2026
Last Date to Receive Hard Copy24 March 2026

Application form, details & registration


Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2025: Apply for Deputy Chief Mechanical Engineer Post [CLOSED]

Deendayal Port Authority, a key maritime hub located in Kutch, Gujarat, has announced a recruitment drive for the post of Deputy Chief Mechanical Engineer for the year 2025. As a crucial public sector body under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, the authority plays a central role in India’s maritime trade. The current vacancy is for a senior engineering position, offering a competitive pay scale and a chance to work in a vital infrastructure role. The post is open to qualified engineers in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics & Communication disciplines. Only one vacancy has been notified, and interested applicants must submit their online application before 30th August 2025.

Name of OrganizationDeendayal Port Authority
Post NamesDeputy Chief Mechanical Engineer
EducationDegree in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics & Communication Engineering
Total Vacancies01
Apply ModeOnline
Job LocationGandhidham, Kutch, Gujarat
Last Date To Apply30th August 2025

Deendayal Port Authority Vacancy

Post NameVacancyEducation
Deputy Chief Mechanical Engineer01Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics & Communication Engineering

Salary

The post offers a monthly pay in the range of INR 16000-20800 (as per applicable scale or rules mentioned in the official notification).

Age Limit

The upper age limit for the post is 42 years as of the last date of application.

Application Fee

Details regarding the application fee are not specified in the notification. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for any fee-related updates.

Selection Process

The selection will be done through a test and/or interview as per Deendayal Port Authority norms. Shortlisted candidates will be informed via the official website.

How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply online:

  1. Visit the official application portal: https://onlinevacancy.shipmin.nic.in
  2. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
  3. Log in with your credentials and fill out the application form.
  4. Upload the required documents (degree certificates, ID proof, etc.).
  5. Review the form and submit your application.
  6. Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.

Important Dates

Notification Published4th August 2025
Last Date to Apply30th August 2025

Application form, details & registration

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