Directorate General of Shipping Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for Shipping Master & Director Posts

The Directorate General of Shipping, under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, has issued an official vacancy circular for the recruitment of two posts of Shipping Master & Director. These posts will be filled strictly on a Transfer on Deputation basis from eligible officers working in various Government departments. The place of duty includes major maritime hubs like Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai, where the Government Shipping Office/Seamen’s Employment Office is located. Officers with administrative experience in supervisory roles are encouraged to apply through the proper government channel.

Directorate General of Shipping Recruitment 2026 Notification

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Name of OrganizationDirectorate General of Shipping
Post NamesShipping Master & Director
EducationDegree from a recognized University or Institute
Total Vacancies02
Apply ModeOffline (By Post)
Job LocationMumbai / Kolkata / Chennai
Last Date to Apply13 March 2026 (60 days from publication)

Directorate General of Shipping Vacancy

Post NameVacancyEducation
Shipping Master & Director02Degree with 7 years’ supervisory experience in administration/establishment matters

Education

  • Essential Qualification: Degree from a recognized University or Institute
  • Experience: Minimum 7 years of experience in a supervisory capacity in administration and establishment matters

Salary

  • Level-11 as per 7th CPC: ₹67,700 – ₹2,05,700

Age Limit

  • Maximum Age: 56 years as on the closing date (13 March 2026)

Deputation Eligibility

The candidate must fall under one of the following categories:

  1. Holding analogous post on regular basis in the parent cadre/department
  2. Five years of regular service in posts in the pay scale of ₹2200–4000 (pre-revised) or equivalent
  3. Seven or eight years of regular service in the pay scales of ₹2375–3500 or ₹2000–3500 or equivalent

Note:

  • Departmental officers in the direct line of promotion are not eligible.
  • Deputationists shall not be considered for promotion.

Application Fee

  • No application fee is applicable.

Selection Process

  • Shortlisting based on eligibility and service record
  • Final selection through Deputation approval process

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official website: www.dgshipping.gov.in
  2. Download the official vacancy circular and application format.
  3. Fill in the application form completely and ensure it’s routed through the proper channel.
  4. Attach necessary documents including:
    • Service record
    • Vigilance clearance
    • Integrity certificate
    • Copies of last 5 years’ ACRs/APARs (attested)
  5. Send the application by post to the designated authority mentioned in the official notification.
  6. Ensure the application reaches on or before 13 March 2026.

Important Dates

EventDate
Last Date to Apply13 March 2026

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