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Vacancy Details
- Trainee Pilot (KDS): 9 vacancies
Qualification: Master (FG)/Dredge Master Grade-I; First Mate (FG)/Dredge Master Grade-II- UR: 3
- OBC: 3
- SC: 2
- ST: 1
- Trainee Pilot (HDC): 9 vacancies
Qualification: 2nd Mate (FG)/Dredge Mate Grade I; B.Sc. Nautical Science- UR: 4
- EWS: 1
- OBC: 2
- SC: 1
- ST: 1
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 40 years
Selection Process
step: 1
description: Interview: Candidates will be selected through an interview based on their qualifications and relevant experience.
How to Apply
- Download the application proforma provided in the notification (Annexure-I).
- Affix one recent colour passport-size photograph, self-attested, on the designated space.
- Fill in all required details including personal information, educational qualifications, professional qualifications, and work experience.
- Enclose self-certified/self-attested photocopies of caste certificates, educational and professional qualification certificates, age proof certificate, and CDC/COC.
- Place the application and enclosures inside a sealed envelope.
- Superscribe the envelope with ‘Application for the post of Trainee Pilot at Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (erstwhile Kolkata Port Trust)’.
- Send the application by post or deliver it to the Director, Marine Department, Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata at 15 Strand Road, Kolkata 700001 on or before 26.10.2026.
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Important Dates
- Date of Advertisement:
- Crucial date for Age, Qualification, Experience:
- Last Date of Receipt of Applications:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility/qualification criteria for Trainee Pilot?
Candidates must possess one of: Master (FG)/Dredge Master Grade-I; First Mate (FG)/Dredge Master Grade-II; 2nd Mate (FG)/Dredge Mate Grade I; or B.Sc. Nautical Science. CDC/COC and supporting certificates must be enclosed as per the notification.
How do I apply for the Trainee Pilot post?
Applicants must download the application proforma from the notification, fill it, attach required self-attested documents and a passport-size photo, place them in a sealed envelope, superscribe it appropriately, and send or deliver it to the Director, Marine Department, SMP Kolkata at 15 Strand Road, Kolkata 700001 by 26-10-2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date for receipt of applications is 26-10-2026.
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection will be made through an interview only, based on the qualifications and relevant experience of the candidates.
What are the salary/pay scale details for the posts?
Pay scales depend on qualification: Rs. 70,000-2,00,000/- for Master (FG)/Dredge Master Grade-I; Rs. 60,000-1,80,000/- for First Mate (FG)/Dredge Master Grade-II; Rs. 50,000/- for 2nd Mate (FG)/Dredge Mate I; and Rs. 40,000/- for B.Sc. Nautical Science.
