| Company Name | Cochin Port Authority |
| Post Name | Dredger Commander |
| No of Posts | 1 |
| Advt No | No.A3/43/Contract Dredger Commander/2026-S |
| Salary | Rs. 120000 - 140000 Per Month |
| Qualification | Certificate of competency as Master Foreign going holder with experience as Chief Officer for at least six months, Certificate of competency as Dredger Master Gr I with 2 years experience on Dredgers, Certificate of competency as Master NCV with 2 years experience on Dredgers, Officers who have held the rank of Lieutenant Commander or Commander in the Executive Branch of the Indian Navy, with a minimum of seven years of sea service, and who possess a valid Certificate of Competency and/or Certificate of Service, wherever applicable as Master Foreign Going |
| Age Limit | Max: 64 years |
| Last Date | 12-10-2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Contract |
Candidates should download and read the Cochin Port Authority Jobs 2026 notification PDF carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the Important Links section below.
Download Cochin Port Authority Dredger Commander Job 2026 Notification PDF ↗
Cochin Port Authority Dredger Commander Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Dredger Commander on Contract basis | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
- Certificate of competency as Master Foreign going holder with experience as Chief Officer for at least six months OR
- Certificate of competency as Dredger Master Gr I with 2 years experience on Dredgers OR
- Certificate of competency as Master NCV with 2 years experience on Dredgers OR
- Officers who have held the rank of Lieutenant Commander or Commander in the Executive Branch of the Indian Navy, with a minimum of seven years of sea service, and who possess a valid Certificate of Competency and/or Certificate of Service, wherever applicable as Master Foreign Going
- Maximum Age Limit: 64 years
Before submitting the application, candidates are advised to verify that they meet the required age criteria. Use our Age Calculator to calculate your exact age as per the official cut-off date.
Cochin Port Authority Dredger Commander Recruitment 2026 - Salary- Rs.1,40,000/- for Master FG holders and Rs.1,20,000/- for NCV certificate holders per month
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 11 September 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 11 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 12 October 2026 |
| Crucial Date for Qualification and Age | 12 October 2026 |
- Shortlisting based on eligibility criteria
- Personal Interview (15%)
- Minimum requisite qualification, higher/additional qualifications, certifications and experience (85%)
- Document Verification
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online for the Cochin Port Authority Dredger Commander Recruitment 2026.
- Applications must be submitted online on or before 12-10-2026.
- To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
- Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of Cochin Port Authority to complete the application.
- Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
- Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
| Official Notification PDF | Click here ↗ |
| Apply Online | Click here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click here ↗ |
The maximum age limit for the Dredger Commander position is 64 years. There are no specific minimum age limits mentioned in the provided data.
No, there is no application fee mentioned for any category (General/OBC, SC/ST) for this recruitment drive by Cochin Port Authority.
The salary offered for the Dredger Commander role ranges from Rs. 1,20,000 to Rs. 1,40,000 per month, depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
There is only one vacancy available for the Dredger Commander post on a contract basis at Cochin Port Authority.
Candidates need a Certificate of Competency as Master Foreign Going with Chief Officer experience, or Dredger Master Gr I with 2 years experience, or Master NCV with 2 years experience, or relevant Indian Navy experience.
The selection process involves shortlisting based on eligibility, followed by a personal interview (15%) and evaluation of qualifications and experience (85%), and finally document verification.
The Dredger Commander position is on a contract basis with Cochin Port Authority.
You can find the official notification and apply online through the links provided in the "Important Links" section of this article.
The job is located in Cochin, Kerala, with the pincode 682009.