Deendayal Port Authority, a major port under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways located at Gandhidham in Gujarat, has announced recruitment for the post of Pilot. A total of 8 posts are on offer through direct recruitment. The role involves piloting vessels at one of India's busiest multi-cargo ports, and it suits serving and former merchant navy officers holding a Master's certificate of competency who are looking for a shore-based position with a major government port.
Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026 - Pilot Posts
Posted 28 Sept 2026Updated 28 Sept 2026GA/PS/1736/Pilot(DR)/2025/3191
Total Vacancies
8
Last Date
17 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Online
Full Time
Status
Apply Now
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 17 Oct 2026
- Notification09 Sept
- Applications Open09 Sept
- Applications Closed17 Oct
About DPA Pilot Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Deendayal Port Authority
- Advertisement No.
- GA/PS/1736/Pilot(DR)/2025/3191
- Post Name
- Pilot
- Job Location
- Gandhidham, Gujarat
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Age Limit
- Up to 40 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- One year post qualification experience as Master or Chief Officer of a foreign going ship
- Credentials Required
- Certificate of Competency as Master of a foreign going ship issued by the Ministry of Shipping, Govt. of India
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 70000 - 200000 per month
Vacancy Breakdown
Pilot
8
UR 2SC 1EWS 1
| Post Name | UR | SC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilot | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
Eligibility Details
Pilot - Qualification and Experience
Must hold a certificate of competency as Master of foreign going ship issued by the Ministry of Shipping, Govt. of India or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of Shipping, Govt. of India. One-year post qualification experience as Master/Chief Officer of a foreign going ship.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Pilot - Qualification and Experience | Must hold a certificate of competency as Master of foreign going ship issued by the Ministry of Shipping, Govt. of India or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of Shipping, Govt. of India. One-year post qualification experience as Master/Chief Officer of a foreign going ship. |
Age Limit
Maximum 40 years as on 01-09-2026
Age Relaxation
5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC(NCL), 10 years for PwBD (not exceeding 56 years in any case), 55 years for existing Major Port employees, and as per Govt guidelines for Ex-servicemen.
Application Fee
All categories (General / OBC / SC / ST)
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Written Test
Conducted only if 20 or more candidates apply for the post.
- 2Personal Interview
Candidates called in the ratio of 1:5 or less depending on the availability of qualified candidates.
- 3Document Verification
Original certificates are produced for scrutiny and verification at the time of document verification or at any stage of the recruitment process.
Shortlisting ratio: 1:5
Salary Structure
Rs. 70000 - 200000 per month
How to Apply
- 1Apply online through the link available on the Deendayal Port Authority website under the Recruitment Section
- 2Fill in the online application form with correct personal, educational and contact details
- 3Take a printout of the duly filled-in application form
- 4Affix a recent passport size photograph on the right hand corner at the top of the application form
- 5Attach self-attested copies of all educational, experience and age certificates and other required documents
- 6Send the hard copy by Speed Post or Registered Post to The Secretary, Deendayal Port Authority, Post Box No. 50, Administrative Office Building, Tagore Road, Gandhidham (Kachchh), Gujarat - 370201
- 7Ensure the hard copy reaches the office on or before 27-10-2026
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested copies of educational certificates
•Experience certificates
•Age certificate
•Reservation category certificate
•Nationality proof and other relevant documents
•Recent passport size photograph
Important Details
- Candidates must be citizens of India, or subjects of Nepal or Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees who came to India before 1 January 1962, or persons of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka or specified East African countries with the intention of permanently settling in India; those in the latter categories need a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.
- Employees of Central and State Government, semi-government, government autonomous bodies and CPSEs must apply through proper channel or submit an NOC at the time of interview, failing which their candidature will not be considered.
- Only hard copies of the online application along with all documents will be considered, and incomplete or late applications will be summarily rejected.
- Appointment is subject to medical fitness and verification of character and antecedents.
- Legal proceedings can be instituted only in Ahmedabad or Gandhidham.
Perks and Allowances
In addition to Basic Pay, benefits like applicable VDA on Industrial Pattern, HRA, Cafeteria Allowance, Gratuity, NPS, Group Insurance, medical facilities for self and dependents, quarters facility, various kinds of leave, encashment of earned leave and other admissible perks are admissible as per the rules and regulations prevailing in Deendayal Port Authority.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do government employees need to submit a NOC?
Yes. Employees working in Central or State Government, semi-government organisations, government autonomous bodies or CPSEs must apply through proper channel or submit a No Objection Certificate at the time of interview, failing which their candidature will not be considered.
Can a candidate holding a foreign Certificate of Competency apply?
Yes, provided the certificate is recognised by India. Such candidates must acquire the relevant endorsement from the Director General of Shipping.
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