DCI Recruitment 2026 has been announced by Dredging Corporation of India Limited (DCI) for Fleet Personnel and Trainee positions on a contract basis. The recruitment includes openings for Dredge Master, Chief Officer, 2nd Officer, 3rd Officer, Chief Engineer Officer, 2nd Engineer Officer, 4th Engineer Officer, Petty Officer (Dredging), Trainee Marine Engineer, Trainee Electrical Officer and NCV (T) posts.
The notification specifies 28 trainee vacancies, comprising 14 Trainee Marine Engineer, 10 Trainee Electrical Officer and 4 NCV (T) posts. DCI will conduct walk-in interviews at Visakhapatnam, Chennai, Kochi and Kolkata for the specified Fleet Personnel posts on 5 November 2026, while Trainee Marine Engineer, Trainee Electrical Officer and NCV (T) candidates will attend the walk-in interview at Visakhapatnam on 6 November 2026.
Official Notification PDF: Dredging Corporation of India Recruitment 2026
DCI Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Dredging Corporation of India Limited |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 |
| Recruitment Type | Walk-in Interview |
| Job Type | Contract Basis |
| Posts | Fleet Personnel and Trainees |
| Trainee Vacancies | 28 |
| Application Mode | Walk-in Interview |
| Fleet Personnel Interview Date | 5 November 2026 |
| Trainee Interview Date | 6 November 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 10:00 AM onwards |
| Official Website | Dredging Corporation of India Limited |
DCI Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Number | 04/2026 |
| Fleet Personnel Walk-in Interview | 5 November 2026 |
| Trainee Marine Engineer / Trainee Electrical Officer / NCV (T) Walk-in Interview | 6 November 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 10:00 AM onwards |
Fleet Personnel candidates are required to attend the walk-in interview on 5 November 2026. The Trainee Marine Engineer, Trainee Electrical Officer and NCV (T) walk-in interview is scheduled for 6 November 2026. Candidates are advised to report for document verification according to the prescribed schedule.
DCI describes the positions as contract-based opportunities for dynamic fleet personnel, result-oriented professionals with a proven track record and trainees.
DCI Vacancy 2026
The notification lists Fleet Personnel positions as well as three categories of Trainee posts. The number of vacancies is specifically provided for the Trainee posts.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Dredge Master | Not specified |
| Chief Officer | Not specified |
| 2nd Officer | Not specified |
| 3rd Officer | Not specified |
| Chief Engineer Officer | Not specified |
| 2nd Engineer Officer | Not specified |
| 4th Engineer Officer | Not specified |
| Petty Officer (Dredging) | Not specified |
| Trainee Marine Engineer | 14 |
| Trainee Electrical Officer | 10 |
| NCV (T) | 4 |
| Total specified trainee vacancies | 28 |
The 14 Trainee Marine Engineer vacancies are divided as UR-5, OBC-3, SC-2, ST-3 and EWS-1. The 10 Trainee Electrical Officer vacancies are OBC-2, SC-4, ST-2 and EWS-2. The four NCV (T) vacancies are divided as UR-1, SC-1, ST-1 and EWS-1.
DCI Fleet Personnel Recruitment 2026
DCI has invited applications for several Fleet Personnel ranks. Candidates must possess the required Certificate of Competency, Certificate of Proficiency or prescribed experience for the relevant rank.
| Post | Essential Certificate/Experience |
|---|---|
| Dredge Master | Certificate of Competency/COS as Master (FG), Dredge Master Gr-I or Master (NCV) |
| Chief Officer | Certificate of Competency as 1st Mate (FG), Dredge Master Gr-II or Mate (NCV) |
| 2nd Officer | Certificate of Competency as 2nd Mate (FG), NWKO-NCV or Dredge Mate Gr-I, with relevant dredger experience |
| 3rd Officer | NWKO (NCV) certificate holder |
| Chief Engineer Officer | MEO Class-I, Dredge Engineer Grade-I, MEO Class-II with 12 months' experience, or MEO Class-III (NCV-CEO) with OSV endorsement and 6 months' experience |
| 2nd Engineer Officer | MEO Class-II, Dredge Engineer Gr-II, MEO Class IV (FG) with 12 months' experience, or MEO Class III (NCV-SEO) with 12 months' experience |
| 4th Engineer Officer | MEO Class-IV |
| Petty Officer (Dredging) | Specified Indian Navy/NWKO (NCV)/Dredge Mate Grade II/GPR qualifications and relevant experience |
For Fleet Personnel, selection is based on performance in the interview. The minimum qualifying score is 50 marks out of 100.
DCI Trainee Vacancies 2026
Trainee Marine Engineer – 14 Posts
Candidates should have completed a four-year degree in Marine Engineering from an IMU-affiliated college/institute approved by DG Shipping or an institution recognised by the State/Central Government or AICTE.
Alternatively, candidates who have completed Graduate Marine Engineering from a recognised university after completing a four-year Engineering Degree can also meet the prescribed qualification.
Trainee Electrical Officer – 10 Posts
Candidates should have completed a four-year degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication/Communication Engineering or Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering from an institution recognised by the State/Central Government or AICTE.
Candidates should also have completed a four-month Electro Technical Officer course from a DG Shipping-approved institute.
NCV (T) – 4 Posts
Candidates should have passed a minimum of SSC/10th class from a recognised education board, completed a Pre-Sea GP Rating course and passed the Exit Examination approved by DG Shipping with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks.
The age should be less than 25 years as on the date of joining on board for all candidates.
DCI Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
For the Trainee posts, the notification specifies that the candidate's age should be less than 25 years as on the date of joining on board. This condition applies to all candidates for the trainee positions.
The advertisement does not provide a separate general age limit for the Fleet Personnel ranks in the displayed eligibility table, so no additional age limit is stated here.
DCI Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Fleet Personnel
Fleet Personnel candidates will be selected based on their performance in the interview. The minimum qualifying score is 50 marks out of 100.
Trainee Marine Engineer and Trainee Electrical Officer
Selection is based on the marks obtained in the prescribed qualification and performance in the interview. The total selection score is 100 marks, with 80% weightage for qualification marks and 20% weightage for the interview.
For General and OBC candidates, the minimum cut-off is 50% in each component, meaning at least 40 marks out of 80 in the qualification component and 10 marks out of 20 in the interview. For SC/ST candidates, the minimum cut-off is 45% in each component, meaning 36 marks out of 80 in qualification and 9 marks out of 20 in the interview.
NCV (T)
Selection for NCV (T) is based on the marks obtained in the prescribed qualification. 50% weightage is given to SSC/10th Class marks and 50% weightage is given to the GPR Exit Examination.
DCI Recruitment 2026 Stipend
| Post | Monthly Stipend | Victualing Allowance |
|---|---|---|
| Trainee Marine Engineer | ₹25,000 | ₹600 per day |
| Trainee Electrical Officer | ₹25,000 | ₹600 per day |
| NCV (T) | ₹10,000 | ₹405 per day |
The above amounts are payable during the training period.
DCI Training Period 2026
The notification specifies different onboard training periods for the trainee categories:
- NCV (T): 18 months
- Trainee Marine Engineer: 6 months
- Trainee Electrical Officer: 8 months
The training period may be extended or curtailed depending on the requirements of DCI or DG Shipping.
DCI Trainee Bank Guarantee
Candidates selected as Trainee Marine Engineers and Trainee Electrical Officers are required to execute a ₹3 lakh bank guarantee, or deposit the same amount with DCI. The condition is linked to serving DCI for five years after completion of the requisite training and obtaining the CoC for Trainee Marine Engineers or being posted as ELOs for Trainee Electrical Officers.
DCI Recruitment 2026 Walk-in Interview Venue
Fleet Personnel – 5 November 2026
The Fleet Personnel walk-in interview will be held from 10:00 AM onwards. Candidates can attend at the venue applicable to the recruitment schedule:
- Visakhapatnam: Dredge House, H.B. Colony, Seethammadhara, Visakhapatnam – 530022, Andhra Pradesh.
- Kolkata: DCIL, KOPT Quarters B3 & B5, Nimakmahal Road, Kolkata – 700043.
- Chennai: Indian Maritime University, East Coast Road, Semmencherry, Chennai – 600119.
- Kochi: DCIL, Dr. No. 57/566(D9), Chackalackal Building, KP Vallon Road, Kadavanthara, Kochi – 682020.
The notification provides separate contact details for the venues, including DCI's Visakhapatnam contact numbers and the respective venue information.
Trainees – 6 November 2026
The walk-in interview for Trainee Marine Engineer, Trainee Electrical Officer and NCV (T) will be conducted from 10:00 AM onwards at:
Dredge House, H.B. Colony, Seethammadhara, Visakhapatnam – 530022, Andhra Pradesh.
Email: [email protected]
Contact: 0891-2871235 / 2871245
Candidates are advised to report at the venue for document verification according to the schedule given in the advertisement.
Documents Required for DCI Walk-in Interview
Candidates must bring the required documents in original along with one set of self-attested photocopies. Candidates failing to produce the required documents will not be allowed to attend the interview.
Trainee Marine Engineer
- 10th/SSC certificate as proof of date of birth
- Semester-wise marksheets of the four-year Marine Engineering/Engineering Degree
- Engineering Degree Certificate/Provisional Engineering Degree Certificate
- STCW 2010 Modular Courses Certificates
- Valid Indian CDC
- INDOS
- Indian Passport
- Applicable SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificate
- OBC declaration, where applicable
- CGPA/SGPA conversion certificate/methodology certified by the institute or university
Trainee Electrical Officer
- 10th class pass certificate/marks statement
- 12th class/Diploma marks statement
- Engineering Degree Certificate/Provisional Engineering Degree Certificate with semester marksheets
- ETO Course completion certificate from a DG Shipping-approved institute
- Valid Indian CDC
- INDOS
- Indian Passport
- Basic STCW 2010 Modular Courses Certificates
- Applicable community certificate
- OBC declaration, where applicable
- CGPA/SGPA conversion certificate/methodology, where applicable
The complete document requirements are specified on page 6 of the advertisement.
Do You Need to Apply Online for DCI Recruitment 2026?
No. Candidates attending the walk-in interview under this advertisement do not need to apply online. Candidates are required to bring the prescribed bio-data/application format along with the necessary original documents and photocopies to the walk-in interview.
DCI has specifically stated that candidates attending the walk-in interview under this advertisement need not apply online. The notification also provides the prescribed bio-data and application formats for candidates.
DCI Recruitment 2026 Application Process
- Check the eligibility criteria for the post you want to attend.
- Download/use the prescribed bio-data or application format provided with the advertisement.
- Fill in the required personal, educational, professional and experience details.
- Prepare the required certificates and supporting documents.
- Carry the original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies.
- Report at the specified walk-in interview venue on the prescribed date from 10:00 AM onwards.
- Complete document verification and attend the interview/selection process as applicable.
For Fleet Personnel, the prescribed bio-data includes details such as post applied for, personal information, qualifications, professional certificates including COC/COS/COP, CDC, Passport, INDOS and experience. The Fleet Personnel experience format also asks for ship, shipping company, rank, employment period and emoluments.
Important Instructions for DCI Recruitment 2026
- Candidates must possess the essential qualification to appear for the walk-in interview.
- Candidates possessing qualifications above the essential qualification will not receive any additional advantage.
- All candidates should possess the requisite valid Indian CDC, Passport, INDOS and basic STCW 2010 Certificates.
- Incomplete applications or applications without supporting documents may be rejected during the walk-in interview.
- DCI may shortlist candidates if a large number of applications are received.
- The vacancies are provisional and may be increased, decreased or modified by management.
- The positions are purely temporary and contractual and do not create any right to permanent employment with DCI.
- Selected candidates must comply with the conditions specified by DCI and DG Shipping.
These conditions are stated in the general instructions section of the advertisement.
DCI Recruitment 2026: Important Note on Fraudulent Job Offers
DCI has issued a specific warning regarding employment fraud. The corporation states that individuals or agents may circulate fake advertisements or bogus appointment communications and demand money from candidates.
DCI states that it follows a formal recruitment process and does not solicit money from candidates at any stage other than the prescribed application fee, where applicable. Candidates should therefore verify recruitment information through the official DCI website and contact the recruitment office if they have doubts about the authenticity of a communication.
DCI Recruitment 2026 Apply and Walk-in Interview
DCI Recruitment 2026 offers opportunities for experienced maritime/fleet personnel as well as eligible Marine Engineering, Electrical Engineering and GP Rating candidates. The recruitment is conducted through walk-in interviews, so eligible candidates should prepare the prescribed application/bio-data and all required original documents before attending.
The specified trainee vacancies include 14 Trainee Marine Engineer, 10 Trainee Electrical Officer and 4 NCV (T) posts. Fleet Personnel candidates should attend on 5 November 2026, while Trainee candidates should attend on 6 November 2026, as per the prescribed venue and schedule.
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