The Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) is hiring four doctors on contract as Assistant Medical Officers, and these are part-time jobs: you work only 2 to 3 hours a day, Monday to Friday. The posts are in Mumbai (2), Chennai (1) and Kolkata (1), and doctors up to 62 years old can apply. There is no written exam, only an interview, and the last date to apply is 29.10.2026.
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Recruitment Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Assistant Medical Officer (AMO) – contract basis |
| Organization | The Shipping Corporation of India Ltd. (SCI) – a government-owned Navratna PSU |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | Advt. No. HR 06/2026 |
| Location | Mumbai (Maharashtra), Chennai (Tamil Nadu), Kolkata (West Bengal) |
| Total Vacancies | 4 (3 Unreserved, 1 OBC Non-Creamy Layer) |
| Qualification | MBBS + 5 years experience after MBBS + valid DGMA approval |
| Age Limit | Maximum 62 years as on 01.09.2026 Check your age eligibility → |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting on qualification and experience → Personal Interview |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 42,920 to Rs. 57,150 a month (fixed, depends on the city) |
| How to Apply | Fill the online form on shipindia.com and email your resume with documents |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website / Apply Online | SCI Career Page (shipindia.com) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | Not specified in notification |
| Application Start Date | Not specified in notification |
| Last Date to Apply | 29.10.2026 (up to 11:59 PM) |
| Cut-off Date for Age and Experience | 01.09.2026 |
| Interview Date | To be announced on the SCI website |
Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Location | Vacancies | Work Hours Per Day | Monthly Pay (Fixed) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMO – SCI Head Office | Mumbai | 1 | 3 hours | Rs. 57,150 |
| AMO – SCI MTI (Maritime Training Institute) | Mumbai | 1 | 3 hours | Rs. 57,150 |
| AMO – SCI Chennai | Chennai | 1 | 2 hours | Rs. 42,920 |
| AMO – SCI Kolkata | Kolkata | 1 | 2 hours | Rs. 42,920 |
| Total | – | 4 | – | – |
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 3 |
| OBC-NCL | 1 |
| Total | 4 |
OBC-NCL means Other Backward Classes, Non-Creamy Layer. The notification does not say which of the four posts is kept for it.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | MBBS degree from an Indian university or institute recognised by the Medical Council of India (MCI) |
| Experience | At least 5 years after completing MBBS |
| Experience Proof | Experience certificates. For your own practice, give enough papers to prove it. |
| DGMA Approval | Valid approval from the Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) is needed |
| DGMA Validity | Must be valid when you apply, and for the whole contract if you are selected |
| Age Limit | Maximum 62 years as on 01.09.2026 (born on or after 01.09.1964) Check your age eligibility → |
| Cut-off Date | Age and experience are counted as on 01.09.2026. This date will not change. |
| Nationality | Indian nationals only |
| Who Can Apply | Doctors on contract. Existing SCI Assistant Medical Officers can also apply. |
The notification says the 62-year limit applies even after any age relaxation, but it does not list relaxation for any category. It also does not explain how to get DGMA approval. In short: if you were born on or after 01.09.1964, you are within the age limit.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1: Shortlisting | SCI checks your qualification, experience and valid DGMA approval |
| If Many Apply | SCI may call only some eligible candidates, in the ratio of 1:10, with more experience preferred |
| Stage 2: Interview | In person: Mumbai Head Office (Head Office and MTI posts), SCI Chennai office or SCI Kolkata office |
| Interview Panel | The selection committee from Mumbai may join by video call |
| Interview Date | To be announced on the SCI website. Interview marks are not stated. |
| Tie-break | If interview marks are equal, the candidate with more experience ranks higher |
| Waitlist | A waitlist panel (reserve list) is used if a selected candidate does not join or leaves |
| Before Joining | The selected candidate must pass SCI’s pre-recruitment medical check-up |
In short: there is no written exam. SCI shortlists on your papers and then interviews you in person.
Salary and Benefits
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Monthly Pay – Mumbai (Head Office, MTI) | Rs. 57,150 |
| Monthly Pay – Chennai, Kolkata | Rs. 42,920 |
| What the Pay Includes | Fixed (consolidated) pay that already includes perks and DGMA fees |
| Increment and Allowances | No yearly increment and no other allowances or benefits |
| Income Tax | Deducted as per rules |
| Work Hours – Mumbai | 3 hours a day, Monday to Friday (10:00–13:00 or 14:00–17:00) |
| Work Hours – Chennai, Kolkata | 2 hours a day, Monday to Friday, slot fixed by mutual convenience |
| Contract Period | 2 years from joining. This is not a permanent job. |
| Extension | Up to two extensions of 3 months each, at SCI’s sole discretion |
| Posting | In the city of the post. SCI may deploy you elsewhere in that same city. |
| Leave in a Year | 30 days (pro-rata for extensions) |
| Privilege Leave (PL) | 18 days: 9 days after 180 days and 9 more after another 180 days |
| Casual Leave (CL) | 8 days (2 per quarter). Lapses at the end of the calendar year. |
| Restricted Holiday (RH) | 4 days. Lapses at the end of the calendar year. |
| Leave Encashment | Unused PL is paid only when you leave or if the 30-day limit is exceeded |
| Medical Benefits | No company medical benefits |
| Accident Cover | Covered under SCI’s Group Insurance Scheme for accidents at the workplace |
| Not Provided | No transport allowance, company accommodation or other facilities |
| Notice Period | 30 days’ notice by either side, or pay instead of notice |
| Resignation | SCI can refuse to accept it if disciplinary action is pending or planned |
In plain terms, you get a fixed Rs. 57,150 a month in Mumbai or Rs. 42,920 in Chennai and Kolkata for part-time work. There are no extra allowances, and you must arrange your own travel and stay.
How to Apply
- Go to the SCI website, www.shipindia.com, and open Career, then Shore, then “Recruitment of Assistant Medical Officers on Contract (Advt No. HR 06/2026)”.
- Fill in the online application form.
- Join all your documents into one PDF file (not more than 10 MB) and upload it in the “upload required document” section of the form.
- Email your updated resume and the same documents file to shorerecruitment@sci.co.in. The subject must be: Application for Assistant Medical Officer on Contract – (Advt. No. HR 06/2026).
- Finish both the online form and the email on or before 29.10.2026, 11:59 PM.
Note: SCI will consider your application only if you have done both the online form and the email, and the documents you email must match what you filled in the form. If you apply more than once, only your latest application counts. SCI is not responsible if an email fails to reach it.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| MBBS mark sheets and degree certificate | PDF only |
| Valid DGMA approval | PDF only. It must be valid on the day you apply. |
| Date of birth proof | Aadhaar card, PAN card, Voter ID card, birth certificate or similar. PDF only. |
| Address proof | PDF only |
| Documents proving qualification and experience | Experience certificates. If you worked in your own practice, enough papers to prove it. PDF only. |
| Updated resume | PDF. Also send it by email. |
| How to send | Join everything into a single PDF of not more than 10 MB. Upload it in the form and email the same file. |
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Download Notification PDF |
| Apply Online / Official Website | SCI Career Page (shipindia.com) |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Filling only the online form, or only sending the email. SCI needs both, and the documents in the email must match the form.
- Applying with a DGMA approval that has run out. It must be valid on the day you apply and for the whole contract.
- Making the PDF too big. Keep the single file under 10 MB, as the notification asks.
- Applying again and again with changes. Only the latest application is counted, so make sure your last one is complete.
- Changing the email subject line. Use the exact subject given in the notification.
- Asking someone to push your name. SCI says canvassing (lobbying or pressure) in any form will cancel your candidature.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for SCI Assistant Medical Officer jobs?
The last date is 29.10.2026 up to 11:59 PM, and applications that come later will not be considered.
How many Assistant Medical Officer posts are there?
There are 4 posts: one each at SCI Head Office (Mumbai), SCI MTI (Mumbai), Chennai and Kolkata, of which 3 are Unreserved and 1 is for OBC-NCL.
What qualification do I need?
You need an MBBS degree from a recognised Indian university or institute, at least 5 years of experience after MBBS, and a valid DGMA approval.
What is the age limit?
You can be at most 62 years old on 01.09.2026, which means your date of birth must be on or after 01.09.1964.
How do I apply?
Fill the online form through the Career section of shipindia.com and also email your resume and documents to shorerecruitment@sci.co.in.
How much is the salary?
The fixed pay is Rs. 57,150 a month in Mumbai and Rs. 42,920 a month in Chennai and Kolkata, with no increment or extra allowances.
Is there a written exam?
No written exam is mentioned; SCI shortlists on qualification and experience and then holds a personal interview, with the date to be announced on its website.
Is this a permanent job?
No, it is a contract job for 2 years, which SCI can extend twice by 3 months each, and it does not lead to a permanent appointment.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
