Chennai Port Authority Pilot (Class-I) Recruitment 2026 – 03 Posts

Chennai Port Authority (ChPA) invites applications for 03 Pilot (Class-I) posts in the Marine Department (direct recruitment).

Vacancy Details

Educational Qualification

• Certificate of Competency (CoC) as Master of Foreign Going ship issued by Ministry of Shipping, Govt of India (or equivalent).
• 1 year post-qualification experience as Master/Chief Officer of a foreign going ship.

Age Limit

Upper 40 years as on 11.09.2026; SC/ST +5, OBC +3. Port Board employees may apply up to 55 years.

Selection Process

Interview; NOC/vigilance clearance for serving Govt/PSU candidates.

How to Apply

1. Apply online through the Ministry of Shipping OAP: onlinevacancyshipmin.nic.in.
2. Submit prescribed format with certificates to: Deputy Conservator, Marine Department, Chennai Port Authority, No.1 Rajaji Salai, Chennai 600001. Contact: 044-25360833.

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