Chennai Port Authority has invited applications for 1 post of Superintending Engineer (Mechanical), Class I, in its Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (M & EE) Department. Only serving officers of Major Port Authorities can apply, and KPL (Kamarajar Port) is left out. The post is filled on deputation (you work at Chennai Port for a fixed period) or absorption (you join Chennai Port for good). Your own port must forward your papers so that they reach Chennai Port by 18.12.2026.
Last date for applications to reach Chennai Port Authority
18.12.2026
Date for deciding eligibility
18.12.2026 (the last date)
Application Fee
The circular does not mention any application fee.
Vacancy Details
Post
Details
Post
Superintending Engineer (Mechanical)
Class
Class I
Department
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (M & EE) Department, Chennai Port Authority
Number of posts
1
Method of filling
Absorption / deputation from officers of Major Port Authorities (except KPL)
Eligibility Criteria
Criterion
Detail
Who can apply
Serving officers of Major Port Authorities (except KPL) who meet the Recruitment Rules (RR) given in Annexure-1
Post you must hold
An analogous post (a post of the same level), or the feeder post: Executive Engineer (Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics & Communications) in the old pay scale of Rs 10,750–16,750, with 4 years of regular service in that grade in a Major Port Trust
Education
A Diploma in Engineering in the relevant discipline from a recognised university or institution is essential. The degree asked for direct recruits does not apply to absorption or deputation.
Age
No age limit applies (the 40-year limit is for direct recruits only)
Experience
The 9 years of executive-cadre experience asked for direct recruits does not apply; the service in the feeder post is what counts
Clearances
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your port, and vigilance / administrative clearance in the Annexure-2 format
Cut-off date for eligibility
18.12.2026
The Recruitment Rules name the post as Superintending Engineer (Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics & Communication). This circular is for the Mechanical post, so check with your port’s establishment section that your Diploma field matches before you apply.
Who Should Apply
This is a move from one port to another, not a fresh job. You join Chennai Port as a Class I officer in the Rs 60,000–1,80,000 scale.
The only post is in the M & EE Department at Chennai, so it suits an officer who is ready to move to Chennai.
You cannot apply alone. Your port must agree to forward your papers, give an NOC and certify your vigilance record.
A pending disciplinary or vigilance case is a problem, because Annexure-3 asks your port to certify that none is pending. Any penalty in the last 10 years must also be reported.
Selection Process
Stage
Details
1. Online application
You fill the form on the OAP portal and take a printout
2. Forwarding by your port
Your port checks your papers and sends the full set to the Secretary, Chennai Port Authority, so that it reaches by 18.12.2026
3. Selection
Chennai Port Authority considers the forwarded applications. The circular does not say whether there will be a test or an interview.
4. Appointment
The selected officer is appointed on absorption or deputation, under the terms set by the Central Government
In short, there is no exam named in the circular. Your service record and the papers sent by your port decide the outcome, so make sure they are complete.
Salary and Benefits
Component
Detail
Pay scale (revised)
Rs 60,000–1,80,000
Older pay scales (as printed)
Rs 24,900–50,500 / Rs 13,000–18,250
Class
Class I
Terms and conditions
As prescribed by the Central Government for absorption / deputation
In plain words, the post is in a pay range of Rs 60,000 to Rs 1,80,000 on the revised scale. The circular does not list allowances or deputation allowance, so ask your port’s establishment section how these will apply to you.
How to Apply
Check that you are a serving officer of a Major Port Authority (not KPL) and that you meet the rules in Annexure-1 (the Recruitment Rules).
Apply on the Online Application Portal (OAP) of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways at onlinevacancy.shipmin.nic.in and take a printout of the form.
Attach copies of your education and experience certificates, the signed undertaking not to withdraw (Annexure-5) and a self-attested passport-size photo affixed on the application.
Give the printout and all documents to your port. It adds ACRs / APARs, the NOC, vigilance clearance (Annexure-2), the Head of Office certificate (Annexure-3) and your service details (Annexure-4).
Your port sends the full set to the Secretary, Chennai Port Authority, No. 1, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001, so that it reaches on or before 18.12.2026.
The circular and its annexures are also available on www.chennaiport.gov.in.
Documents Required
Document
Format / Notes
Online application printout
Taken from the OAP portal
Education and experience certificates
Copies
Undertaking not to withdraw
Signed by you, format in Annexure-5
Passport-size photograph
Self-attested and affixed on the application
Willingness to join
From the candidate, in case of selection
ACRs or APARs for the last 5 years
Attested on every page by an officer not below Deputy Head of Department. If a year’s report is missing, add a certificate saying so.
No Objection Certificate (NOC)
From your own Port Authority, to relieve you
Vigilance / administrative clearance
In the Annexure-2 format
Head of Office certificate
In the Annexure-3 format
University certificate check
Your port must confirm that the certificates are genuine and the degree or diploma is recognised
Penalty details
Only if any major or minor penalty was imposed on you in the last 10 years: details of the case with documents
Service details
All posts held till date, in the Annexure-4 format
Do not send your application directly to Chennai Port. It must come through your own port.
Make sure the papers reach Chennai Port by 18.12.2026. The date applies to receipt, not to the day your port posts them.
Get your ACRs or APARs (annual performance reports) of the last 5 years attested on every page.
If the report for any year is not available, add a certificate that says so.
If you received any major or minor penalty in the last 10 years, send the details with documents.
Do not forget the signed undertaking (Annexure-5) and the self-attested photo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Chennai Port Superintending Engineer (Mech.)?
The application must reach the Secretary, Chennai Port Authority, on or before 18.12.2026. This is also the date on which your eligibility is checked.
How many posts are there?
There is 1 post of Superintending Engineer (Mechanical), Class I, in the M & EE Department of Chennai Port Authority.
Who can apply?
Serving officers of Major Port Authorities who hold an analogous post, or the feeder post (Executive Engineer) with 4 years of regular service in that grade. Officers of KPL are left out.
Can I send my application directly to Chennai Port?
No. You apply on the Online Application Portal and give the printout and documents to your own port. Your port checks them and forwards the full set to Chennai Port Authority. Only applications received through proper channel are considered.
What is the pay scale?
Rs 60,000 to Rs 1,80,000 (revised scale). The older scales shown in the circular are Rs 24,900–50,500 and Rs 13,000–18,250.
Is there any age limit?
No age limit applies to absorption or deputation. The 40-year limit in the Recruitment Rules is for direct recruits only.
Is there an application fee?
The circular does not mention any fee.
Will there be a written test or interview?
The circular does not name a test or an interview. The Recruitment Rules only say the method is “Selection”. Watch the Chennai Port website for any further notice.
Applications received after the last date, without ACRs or APARs, or without the enclosures will not be considered.
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.
