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Port Management Board Recruitment 2026 - Inland Vessel Surveyor Posts

Posted 02 Oct 2026Updated 02 Oct 2026F.No.1-11/CPA/IVS/PMB/2021/4024
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Total Vacancies
2
Last Date
16 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Walk-in
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Walk-in interview held on 05 Oct 2026
  1. Notification30 Sept
  2. Walk-in05 Oct
  3. Walk-in Held05 Oct

Port Management Board Inland Vessel Surveyor Recruitment 2026

The Port Management Board, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, which manages port operations and vessel regulation for the island administration, is hiring two Inland Vessel Surveyors on a contract basis. The role involves statutory survey and inspection of inland vessels and small craft registered under the A&N Inland Vessels Rules, covering safety equipment, crew certificates and machinery checks. Selection is through a walk-in interview held at Port Blair, and the engagement is for one year under the Chief Port Administrator.

Job Overview

Organization
Port Management Board, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Advertisement No.
F.No.1-11/CPA/IVS/PMB/2021/4024
Post Name
Inland Vessel Surveyor
Job Location
Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Who Can Apply
Candidates from anywhere in India
Job Type
Contract
Age Limit
Up to 55 years
Gender
All
Nationality
Indian
Experience
5 years after first certificate of competency for MOT certificate holders; 2 years for Master Mariner (Foreign Going); 10 years for Marine Engineer Operator Class III (NCV); 15 years for Inland Vessel Master Class I or Inland Engineer Certificate; 7 years for basic degree in Naval Architecture; 15 years for Diploma in ship building
Credentials Required
First or Second class Motor/Steam MOT Certificate, Master Mariner (Foreign Going), Marine Engineer Operator Class III (NCV) or Master (NCV) Certificate, Inland Vessel Master Class I or Inland Engineer Certificate, as applicable
Pay Scale
Rs. 90,000/- per month (consolidated, inclusive of all expenses)
Tenure
One year
Notice Period
2 months prior written notice to the Chief Port Administrator or deposit of two months salary in case of resignation

Vacancy Breakdown

Inland Vessel Surveyor
2

Eligibility Details

Inland Vessel Surveyor - Qualification and Experience

(a) Marine or Mechanical or Electrical Engineer or Naval Architect in possession of minimum First or Second class Motor/Steam Ministry of Transport (MOT) Certificate issued by Director General of Shipping, Government of India or equivalent certificate recognized by the Government of India and 05 years of experience after first certificate of competency either in sea going regular vessels or Classification Societies or Ship Building yard or reputed International Shipping Companies or State Port Department or State Marine Board or Directorate General of Shipping or Mercantile Marine Department; or (b) Master Mariner (Foreign Going) with 2 years of sailing experience or experience in maritime training or marine survey after having obtained master's certificate issued by Director General of Shipping, Government of India or equivalent international certificate; or (c) Marine Engineer Operator Class III (Near Coastal Voyage Vessel (NCV)-Chief Engineer Officer) Certificate or Master (NCV) Certificate issued by Director General of Shipping with minimum 10 years of sailing experience of which at least 5 years experience in the capacity of Master or Chief Engineer; or (d) Inland Vessel Master Class I or Inland Engineer Certificate with a minimum of 15 years of service onboard inland vessels of which at least 5 years shall be in the capacity of a Master or Chief Engineer; or (e) A basic degree in Naval Architecture with 7 years experience in sea going regular vessels or classification societies or Ship Building yards or reputed international shipping corporation or state Port Department; or (f) Diploma in ship building with 15 years experience in sea going regular vessels or classification societies or ship building yards or reputed international shipping corporations or State Port Department.

Age Limit

Maximum 55 years

Selection Process

  1. 1
    Walk-in Interview

    Candidates attend the walk-in interview at the Conference Hall, Port Management Board, Port Blair between 05-10-2026 and 16-10-2026 up to 05:00 PM.

  2. 2
    Personal Talk, Professional Knowledge and Experience Assessment

    A duly constituted committee assesses suitability from the records submitted, performance in the personal talk and professional knowledge and experience in the field.

Salary Structure

Rs. 90,000/- per month (consolidated, inclusive of all expenses)

How to Apply

  1. 1Read the official vacancy notice and check that you meet the eligibility criteria for the Inland Vessel Surveyor post.
  2. 2Fill the annexed proforma bio-data with personal details, educational and professional qualifications, experience and present employment details.
  3. 3Attach a passport size photograph and one set of self-attested photocopies of all documents.
  4. 4Carry the original educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof and category certificate, if applicable, to the venue.
  5. 5Report to the Conference Hall, Port Management Board, Andaman and Nicobar Administration, Port Blair between 05-10-2026 and 16-10-2026 up to 05:00 PM.
  6. 6Attend the walk-in interview and the assessment of professional knowledge and experience.

Reporting Venue

Conference Hall, Port Management Board, Andaman and Nicobar Administration, Port Blair

Reporting time: Up to 05:00 PM

Eligible candidates must attend the walk-in interview at the Conference Hall, Port Management Board, Andaman and Nicobar Administration, Port Blair from 05-10-2026 to 16-10-2026 up to 05:00 PM along with original certificates of educational qualifications and other testimonials as per the annexed proforma. Candidates should carry originals plus one set of self-attested photocopies of ID proof, educational certificates, experience certificates and category certificate if applicable, a duly filled application form and extra passport size photographs, and should reach the venue well in advance to complete registration formalities.

Documents to Carry / Upload

•Original educational qualification certificates
•Experience certificates
•Proof of identity
•Category certificate (if applicable)
•One set of self-attested photocopies of all documents
•Recent passport-size photographs
•Duly filled application proforma

Important Details

  • Engagement is on contract basis for one year to manage the statutory functions of survey of vessels registered under A & N Inland Vessels Rules 2016 and other small boats and crafts plying in A & N Islands.
  • The consolidated fee is inclusive of all expenses and no other facilities in any shape or form are admissible.
  • Selected candidates get 2.5 days leave for each completed month as per CCS Leave Rules, to be availed before completion of the tenure.
  • The engagement is liable for termination at any time without notice or assigning reason, and the decision of the Chief Port Administrator is binding as per Rule 5 of CCS (Temporary Service) Rules 1965.
  • Applicants should be of absolute integrity, hard working, willing to accept any challenge or task, capable of completing assigned tasks with precision and in a time bound manner, and free from major health problems or deficiencies.
  • Every Surveyor is deemed to be a public servant within the meaning of the Indian Penal Code for the purpose of any survey made by him.

Duties of Inland Vessel Surveyor

  • Attend to the survey of vessel as per the directions from the Chief Surveyor.
  • Maintain registers of vessels.
  • Conduct periodical inspection as per statutory provisions on board vessels and verify the records maintained on board, validity of crew certificate, survey certificate, life saving appliances, fire-fighting, navigation and communicating equipment and machineries.
  • In case of default, detain the vessel and make necessary recommendations for suspension or cancellation of the certificate of Registration or Survey to the competent authority; such detention order shall be in Form No. 11(a).
  • Render all technical and professional guidance and be responsible for compliance of all statutory requirements of the vessels owned by the Port Management Board.

Application Proforma (Bio-data)

  • Name, Father's Name, Date of Birth and Address
  • Educational Qualifications and Professional Qualifications
  • Experience and Contact Nos (Land Line, Mobile, Email Id)
  • Present Employment details, if any: Organization, Post Held, Period of Service, Monthly Emoluments, Nature of Employment
  • Employment details in chronological order: Organization, Post, Period, Scale of Pay/Consolidated Pay, Nature of duties
  • List of Enclosures and signature of the candidate with date

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