Overview
Cochin Port Authority has announced recruitment for seven posts for 2026, including Marine Engineer, Superintending Engineer (Civil), and Dy. Director (Research). Applications are open from 21 January to 23 February 2026 with a Rs.400 fee. The selection process may involve a written exam and interview, with age limits of 35–40 years and salary ranges as specified.
Key Details
- Organization
- Cochin Port Authority
- Qualification
- MOT 1st Class Motor Certificate or Marine Engineer Officer Class I Certificate issued under Merchant Shipping Act, 1958. One year post‑qualification experience as Chief Engineer/2nd Engineer on board a foreign‑going ship.
- Vacancies
- 5
- Posted
- 21 January 2026
- Last date to apply
- 23 February 2026 17:00
Important Dates
| application_start_date | 21 January 2026 |
| application_closing_date | 23 February 2026 17:00 |
| last_application_date | 23 February 2026 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Marine Engineer: 5; Superintending Engineer (Civil): 1; Dy. Director (Research): 1
Selection Process
Candidates may be called for a written examination (objective/descriptive or both) and a personal interview. Examination carries 85% weightage and interview 15%. If no examination is conducted, shortlisting is based on educational qualification (max 30 marks) and experience (max 55 marks) totaling 85 marks, followed by a personal interview (15 marks). Group discussion or presentation may be part of the interview.
How to Apply
Visit the application portal at https://career.itiltd.in/careers_cochin_port/login_form.php?id=MTk=., Register and complete the online registration., Pay the application processing fee of Rs.400 via the provided payment link., Fill in the application form with accurate details and required percentages., Upload the payment receipt under the ‘Payment details’ section., Submit the application before the closing date.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Cochin Port Authority Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 07 Marine Engineer, Superintending Engineer And More Posts?
application start date: 21 January 2026; application closing date: 23 February 2026 17:00; last application date: 23 February 2026
What is the application fee?
application processing fee: Rs.400
What is the age limit?
40 years
What is the selection process?
Candidates may be called for a written examination (objective/descriptive or both) and a personal interview. Examination carries 85% weightage and interview 15%. If no examination is conducted, shortlisting is based on educational qualification (max 30 marks) and experience (max 55 marks) totaling 85 marks, followed by a personal interview (15 marks). Group discussion or presentation may be part of the interview.