Cochin Port Authority Recruitment 2026: Cochin Port Authority Recruitment 2026 includes 01 Chief Mechanical Engineer Post under the latest recruitment notification. The recruitment notification has been officially released by Cochin Port Authority. Eligible and experienced candidates can apply in online mode through the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Online Application Portal (OAP). The online application process has started from 27 January 2026 and the last date to submit the application form is 13 March 2026.
Cochin Port Chief Mechanical Engineer Jobs Notification @Apply Online for 01 Post
The Cochin Port Authority Recruitment 2026 is announced for 01 Chief Mechanical Engineer post in Class-I cadre. Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of Rs. 1,00,000 – 2,60,000, which will be upgraded to Rs. 1,20,000 – 2,80,000 after completion of three years of regular service with approval of the Central Government, as per Recruitment Rules. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying online. The detailed notification and application link are available on the official Ministry OAP portal.
Cochin Port Authority Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised University/Institution, OR
- Degree or equivalent in Electrical / Electronics & Communication Engineering / Naval Architecture from a recognised University/Institution, OR
- MOT 1st Class Motor Certificate issued under Merchant Shipping Act, 1958.
Experience
- Fifteen years’ experience in managerial capacity dealing with Mechanical/Electrical/Marine/Electronics Engineering works.
- Out of the above, 8 years’ experience shall be in workshops undertaking maintenance of cargo handling equipment, electrical installations or ship repairs in Major Port Trusts / Industrial / Commercial / Government Undertakings.
Age Limit
- Upper Age Limit (Direct Recruitment): 45 Years.
- Crucial date for determining age: 13 March 2026.
- Age Relaxation: As per Government of India rules.
Cochin Port Authority Notification 2026
Online Application Form for 01 Chief Mechanical Engineer Post
Important Date
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 27 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 27 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 13 March 2026 |
Vacancy Details
- Chief Mechanical Engineer: 01
- Total Vacancies: 01
How to Apply
- Visit the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Online Application Portal (OAP).
- Register yourself on the portal and complete the online application form.
- Submit the application online through OAP only.
- Take a printout of the submitted online application.
- Send the hard copy of the application through proper channel in an envelope superscribed “Application for the post of Chief Mechanical Engineer in Cochin Port Authority on absorption basis”.
- Send the hard copy to the address mentioned below on or before 13 March 2026.
- Mode of Apply: Online (OAP) + Hard Copy through proper channel.
- Job Location: Cochin (Kochi), Kerala.
Address for Submission of Hard Copy:
The Secretary,
Cochin Port Authority,
Willingdon Island,
Cochin – 682 009, India.
Important Links for Cochin Port Authority Recruitment 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Cochin Port Authority Official Website | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online (Ministry OAP Portal) | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |