Deendayal Port Authority Pilot Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility, Salary, Last Date

Deendayal Port Authority Pilot Recruitment 2026: Overview

• The Deendayal Port Authority has released an official notification for the recruitment of 09 Pilot Posts. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced maritime professionals holding a Certificate of Competency as Master of a foreign-going ship. The recruitment is being conducted for the Kandla port region in Gujarat.
• Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment based on Interview/Written Test. It is not a massive competitive exam like UPSC/SSC, but candidates may be required to appear for a Written Test if the number of applicants is high (20+).

Vacancy Details

• Currently, there are 09 vacancies available for the post of Pilot. Note that reservation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD will be applied as per Government of India rules.

1. Educational Qualification & Experience

• Essential Qualification: Certificate of Competency as Master of a foreign-going ship issued by the Ministry of Shipping, Govt. of India (or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry).
• Experience: Must have at least one year of post-qualification experience as Master/Chief Officer of a foreign-going ship.

2. Age Limit

• Crucial Date for Age Calculation: 01-02-2026
• Minimum Age: 40 years
• Maximum Age: 56 years

Age Relaxation Rules:

Salary / Pay Scale

• Candidates selected for the Pilot post will receive a salary on the IDA pattern.
• Pay Scale: Rs. 70,000 – 2,00,000 (Pre-revised: Rs. 14,500 – 18,700)
• Benefits: Variable DA (VDA), HRA, Cafeteria Allowance, Gratuity, NPS, Group Insurance, Medical facilities, and Quarters facility.

Selection Process

• The selection process consists of the following stages:
• Written Test: Will be conducted only if 20 or more eligible candidates apply for the post.
• Personal Interview: Candidates will be called in a ratio of 1:5 (candidates to vacancies).
• Document Verification: Original documents will be checked.
• Medical Fitness Test: Candidates must be medically fit for sea service.
• Character & Antecedents Verification: Police verification will be conducted.

Application Fee

• Note: The provided text does not specify the application fee. Candidates are advised to check the official PDF notification for fee details (if any) during payment.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

• Visit the official Deendayal Port Authority website or click the "Apply Online" link below.
• Complete the registration process with a valid email ID and mobile number.
• Fill out the application form with personal details, educational qualifications, and experience details carefully.
• Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates (Certificate of Competency, Experience Certificate, Caste Certificate if applicable).
• Review all details carefully before final submission.
• Submit the application online on or before 14-03-2026.
• Important: After online submission, send a hard copy of the application and supporting documents to the designated address so that it reaches by 24-03-2026.

Important Dates

Important Links

• Use the links below to download the official notification and apply online.
• Download Official Notification PDF
• Official Website / Apply Online Link

• Download Official Notification PDF ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.
• Official Website / Apply Online Link ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.