Overview
Cochin Port Authority has announced a single vacancy for Chief Mechanical Engineer for 2026. Eligible candidates with the required qualifications and experience can apply online via the Ministry of Ports portal and must submit a hard copy by 13 March 2026. The post offers a pay scale of Rs. 1,00,000–2,60,000, upgradable after three years, and selection is merit‑based with a "Very Good" benchmark.
Key Details
- Organization
- Cochin Port Authority
- Qualification
- Degree or equivalent in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics & Communication Engineering / Naval Architecture from a recognised University/Institution OR MOT 1st Class Motor Certificate issued under Merchant Shipping Act 1958.
- Vacancies
- 1
- Posted
- 27/01/2026
- Last date to apply
- 13/03/2026
Important Dates
| vacancy_circular_date | 27/01/2026 |
| application_start_date | 27/01/2026 |
| last_date_hard_copy | 13/03/2026 |
| crucial_date_age | 13/03/2026 |
| last_date_proper_channel | 28/03/2026 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Cochin Port Authority: 1
Selection Process
Selection is by merit with an overall APAR/ACR grading benchmark of "Very Good". The post will be filled first by absorption through composite method from eligible officers of Major Ports; if none, by deputation; if none, by direct recruitment.
How to Apply
Register on the Online Application Portal (OAP) of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways at https://onlinevacancy.shipmin.nic.in., Fill and submit the application form online., Prepare a hard copy of the application with the envelope superscribed "Application for the post of Chief Mechanical Engineer in Cochin Port Authority on absorption basis"., Send the hard copy to The Secretary, Cochin Port Authority, Willingdon Island, Cochin – 682 009, India by 13/03/2026., Include all required documents: attested copies of APARs/ACRs, educational certificates, NOC, undertaking, etc.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Cochin Port Authority Chief Mechanical Engineer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
vacancy circular date: 27/01/2026; application start date: 27/01/2026; last date hard copy: 13/03/2026; crucial date age: 13/03/2026; last date proper channel: 28/03/2026
What is the age limit?
Upper age limit for direct recruitment: 45 years. Crucial date for determining age: 13.03.2026.
What is the selection process?
Selection is by merit with an overall APAR/ACR grading benchmark of "Very Good". The post will be filled first by absorption through composite method from eligible officers of Major Ports; if none, by deputation; if none, by direct recruitment.