Cochin Port Trust Recruitment 2026 - Highlights
- Organization Name : Cochin Port Trust
- Post Name : Seaman, Junior supervisor, Cook & Other
- Job Type : Central Govt
- Recruitment Type : Direct
- Advt No : A/Contract/Marine Crew/2026-S
- Vacancies : 25
- Job Location : Cochin - Kerala
- Salary : Rs.27,500 - Rs.35,000 (Per Month)
- Mode of Application : Online
- Application Start : 15.06.2026
- Last Date : 15.07.2026
Job Details Descriptions
Important Dates : Cochin Port Trust Recruitment 2026
- Starting Date to Apply : 15 June 2026
- Last Date to Apply : 15 July 2026
- Seaman Grade II : 03 (OBC-1, UR-2)
- Junior supervisor (Marine Cranes) : 04 (OBC-1, UR-2, SC-1)
- Seaman Grade III : 01 (UR-1)
- Winch Operator : 04 (UR-2, SC-1, OBC-1)
- Engine Fitter : 02 (UR-1, OBC-1)
- GP Crew : 09 (EWS-1, OBC-3, SC-1, UR-4)
- Cook : 01 (UR-1)
- Deck Hand : 01 (UR-1)
Salary Details : Cochin Port Trust Recruitment 2026
- Seaman Grade II : Rs.35,000 (Per Month)
- Junior supervisor (Marine Cranes) : Rs.35,000 (Per Month)
- Seaman Grade III : Rs.30,000 (Per Month)
- Winch Operator : Rs.30,000 (Per Month)
- Engine Fitter : Rs.30,000 (Per Month)
- GP Crew : Rs.29,000 (Per Month)
- Cook : Rs.27,500 (Per Month)
- Deck Hand : Rs.27,500 (Per Month)
- Seaman Grade II : 60 Years
- Junior supervisor (Marine Cranes) : 60 Years
- Seaman Grade III : 60 Years
- Winch Operator : 60 Years
- Engine Fitter : 60 Years
- GP Crew : 60 Years
- Cook : 60 Years
- Deck Hand : 60 Years
Qualification : Cochin Port Trust Recruitment 2026
1. Seaman Grade II
- 10th Std Pass.
- Certificate of Competency as Serang/ 2nd Class Masters/1st Class Masters issued as per Harbour Craft Rules / I.V Act.
- Holding COP as Rating forming part of Navigational Watch (Regulation $II/4$ of STCW convention)
- Valid Basic STCW course certificates.
- Desirable qualification: Preference to candidate holding higher grade Certificate of Competency as per Harbour Craft Rules / I.V Act/MS Act
- Experience:Minimum 2 years' experience as Serang/ any other higher rank. Preference will be given to candidates having Dredger experience.
2. Junior supervisor (Marine Cranes)
Application Fee : Cochin Port Trust Recruitment 2026
Selection Process : Cochin Port Trust Recruitment 2026
How to Apply : Cochin Port Trust Recruitment 2026
If you are interested and found yourself eligible for Seaman, Junior supervisor, Cook & Other, click on the apply online link given below. Then, find the appropriate option and fill up the form. You can apply online from 15 Jun 2026 to 15 Jul 2026
Follow the steps given below to Apply Online
- (Passed Diploma in Electrical Engineering. Preference will be given to candidates having Dredger experience.
- 10th Std Pass.
- Valid Basic STCW course certificates.
- Certificate of Competency as Serang or Higher as per Harbour Craft Rules / I.V Act/ MS Act
- Desirable: Holding COP as Rating forming part of Navigational Watch (Regulation $II/4$ of STCW convention)
- Experience: Minimum 2 years experience on a floating craft as Seaman. Preference will be given to candidate having Dredger experience.
- 10th Std Pass.
- Valid Basic STCW course certificates.
- Certificate of Competency as Serang or Higher as per Harbour Craft Rules / I.V Act
- Experience: Minimum 2 years experience on a floating craft as seaman. Preference will be given to candidate having Dredger experience.
- 10th Std. Pass.
- Holding Engine Room watch keeping certificate as per STCW Reg.III/4
- Desirable qualification: Preference to candidates sailed in the rank of fitter on board Merchant ships/ to candidate having Dredger experience.
- 10th Std Pass.
- Pass Swimming Test
- Valid Basic STCW certificates
- Desirable qualification: Pass pre-sea training for seaman/GP rating or Higher Certificate of Competency issued as per Harbour Craft Rules / I.V Act.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years experience on a floating craft as seaman. Preference will be given to candidate having Dredger experience.
- 10th Std Pass
- Valid Basic STCW course certificates
- Desirable qualification: Preference to candidate holding Maritime Catering Certificate
- Experience: 1 year experience in cooking of food. Preference will be given to candidate having Dredger experience.
- 10th Std Pass
- Valid Basic STCW course certificates
- Preference will be given to candidate having Dredger experience.
Application Fee : Cochin Port Trust Recruitment 2026
- There is no application fee required for Cochin Port Trust Recruitment
Selection Process : Cochin Port Trust Recruitment 2026
- Cochin Port reserves the right to shortlist candidates based on notified eligibility criteria. Shortlisted candidates must bring copies and original certificates for verification on the day of joining
How to Apply : Cochin Port Trust Recruitment 2026
If you are interested and found yourself eligible for Seaman, Junior supervisor, Cook & Other, click on the apply online link given below. Then, find the appropriate option and fill up the form. You can apply online from 15 Jun 2026 to 15 Jul 2026
Follow the steps given below to Apply Online
- Open the official website www.cochinport.gov.in
- Find the Seaman, Junior supervisor, Cook & Other Job Notification in the “Recruitment / Career / Advertising Menu” and click on it.
- Download the official notification from the link provided at the end.
- Read the Full Notification. carefully and check your eligibility criteria.
- Visit the Online Official Online Application / Registration link below.
- Fill in the required details correctly without any mistakes.
- Upload all required documents in the format and size mentioned in the notification.
- Finally, after verifying that the registered details are correct, then submit.
- Next, if Cochin Port Trust Limited requires an application fee, make the payment as per the notification mode. Otherwise, go to the next step.
- Take a printout of it and keep it safe
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is the duration of the employment contract?
- The initial engagement is strictly on a contract basis for a period of two years. However, it may be extended further depending on your performance and the requirements of the Cochin Port Authority (CoPA).
- The online registration portal closes on July 15, 2026, at 17:00 hrs (5:00 PM). It is recommended to complete the process early to avoid last-minute internet traffic surges.
- Your eligibility regarding both age limits and technical/educational qualifications will be calculated based on the cutoff date of July 15, 2026.
- You are required to provide a 3-month advance notice before leaving. If you leave without giving notice or before it is formally accepted, your pending consolidated pay will be forfeited, and you will not be given an experience certificate.
- No. The online application through the designated Online Application Portal (OAP) link is the only valid method. Physical applications or alternative submission modes will not be accepted.
- The notice specifically states that candidates should only fill in qualifications and experience that are directly related to Marine operations.
- No. The engagement is purely contractual and does not give you any right to claim a regular appointment or parity with regular employees.
- Medical benefits are provided on par with other contract employees of CoPA. Residential quarters may also be provided, but this is subject to availability and requires the payment of applicable user charges.
- Yes, but you must obtain prior approval from your competent authority to apply. If you are shortlisted, you will be required to submit a formal No Objection Certificate (NOC).
- All official notifications and communications regarding the shortlisting or selection process will be sent exclusively to the email ID you provide in your application form. Be sure to check it regularly.