JNPA Pilot (Marine) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The Marine Department of Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) is engaging 3 Pilots on fixed term employment, with total monthly remuneration of Rs 1,50,000 during training and up to Rs 3,75,000 at full tonnage. Applicants must hold a certificate of competency as Master of a foreign going ship and have one year of post-qualification experience as Master / Chief Officer of a foreign going ship, with a maximum age of 55 years. The posts are 01 ST, 01 SC and 01 OBC (NCL). The application in the Annexure III form goes to [email protected] or by mail/courier to the Deputy Conservator on or before 30 November 2026, and the interview is in the first week of December 2026.

JNPA Pilot at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About the Port Authority

Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority is the port authority at Nhava, Uran, Navi Mumbai. This recruitment is issued by its Marine Department and signed by the Dy. Conservator and PFSO. The Pilots will carry out pilotage duties in the JNPA and MbPA waterfront once they are licensed.

Vacancy Details

The notice invites applications for 3 Pilots on Fixed Term Employee basis. If no candidate is available for a reserved category, the notice says the Pilot, being an essential operational position, will be engaged from other available categories.

Who Can Apply

The notice adds: "A candidate for pilotage license shall be of 55 years of age at the time of entry to a pilotage service." No age relaxation and no age cut-off date are printed. The notice names no desirable qualification. Candidates should check the official notification for the full eligibility conditions.

Pay and Tenure

The gross emoluments payable per month depend on the tonnage slab. The notice gives them as follows (Rs per month).

The fixed incentive includes transport and mobile expenses. After one year as a full tonnage pilot, a Pilot on fixed term employment is eligible for a yearly increment of 6% of the (B+FI) amount. Working on a day off or public holiday is paid at (B+FI)/30*1.5, and leave encashment is at (B+FI)/30 per day. Remuneration is for one calendar month, and one day's remuneration is pro-rata on a 30-day month. The pilotage incentive shown is for 20 working days or pro-rata. It is paid only for working days and casual leave, and not for earned leave or leave encashment.

Extra movements are paid by length overall (LOA) of the vessel, in Rs.

Other terms in the notice:

• The initial contract is for 3 years. It may be extended for 3 years each, with at least a minimum one-day break at mutual consent.
• The Pilot is employed as a Trainee Pilot on FTE basis until he obtains the Pilotage licence from MoPSW. Training is six months or more, including 2 months at MbPA and the ELPT course conducted by IMU.
• Rs 20,000 per year or pro-rata is paid for purchase of PPE, which excludes the life jacket.
• Lodging and boarding at the JNPA Guest House is free during working hours, with the cost of meals restricted to Rs 2,250 per month. Any expense above that is deducted from the monthly remuneration.
• Leave: 30 days earned leave and 20 days casual leave, or pro-rata, per calendar year. Earned leave is credited at 2.5 days per month. Earned leave may be carried forward or encashed within the 3-year contract period, while casual leave is neither encashed nor carried forward.
• Health insurance up to Rs 60,000 is reimbursed for self, spouse, parents and two children (up to age 25 years) for the first contract appointment after completion of one year. On renewal it is reimbursed on submitting the receipt.
• The Pilot is covered by JNPA's Group Personal Accident Insurance policy. Transport within the port area and up to the JNPA port township is provided, and accommodation in the port township is allotted if available, on a chargeable basis.

JNPA Pilot Job Description

• Duties and responsibility are as defined in the operational manual of Marine.
• Carry out a minimum of two movements per 12-hour day shift and one movement in the night shift, on a cycle of 2 days, 2 nights, shift off and weekly off over six days. Day shift is 0800 to 2000 hrs and night shift 2000 hrs to 0800 hrs next day.
• Carry out all duties assigned during the twelve-hour shift on a rotational basis, including early arrival or late departure as the movements require.
• Keep the Pilotage licence and the Master (F.G.) certificate valid throughout the contract period and while piloting.
• Complete all movements allotted during duty hours as directed by the Dock Masters / Harbour Master / Deputy Conservator.
• Inform the Deputy Conservator / Harbour Master when out of station (Mumbai Metropolitan Region area).
• Wear the uniform as per the Harbour Master Office Circular while on pilotage duty.

How to Apply for JNPA Pilot

1. Fill in the prescribed application form, Annexure III, "Application for the post of Pilot fixed term employment basis". It asks for name, addresses, contact details, date of birth, nationality, SC/ST/OBC status, qualifications, certificate of competency details, employment history, date from which the applicant holds the post of Master, sailing experience as Chief Officer/Master, languages known and any other information. A passport-size photograph is affixed.
2. Applicants employed in Govt / Semi-Govt organisations, PSUs or Autonomous Bodies also need the certificate to be given by the Head of Department / Competent Authority, printed with the form. It certifies the particulars, that no disciplinary case is pending or contemplated, and integrity and vigilance clearance.
3. Send the application to [email protected], or by mail/courier to Deputy Conservator, Administrative building, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority, Nhava- Uran Navi Mumbai 4000707.
4. Send it on or before 30.11.2026.
5. Submit duly self-attested copies of the Master FG COC, post qualification experience certificates, educational qualification, caste certificate and identity proof.

Selection and Interview

The notice names an interview, which will be held in the first week of December 2026. The exact date, time and venue are not specified in the notice. JNPA will take up final verification of educational qualification, experience, category and similar conditions against the original documents before the interview or engagement. Candidates must therefore ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before appearing. The notice gives no other selection stage.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Canvassing, directly or indirectly, may disqualify the candidature.
• JNPA management reserves the right to postpone or cancel the interview in unavoidable or unforeseen circumstances.
• The decision of Management is final and binding on eligibility, acceptance or rejection of applications, reservation, mode of selection and cancellation of the selection process in part or full. No correspondence will be entertained.
• A selected candidate has no claim to regular employment in JNPA during the term of employment, and cannot claim any right, title or interest on par with regular employees of the Port.
• JNPA retains 20% of the (B+FI+PI) monthly package, subject to a ceiling of Rs 3,00,000, during the first contract. After the first contract the ceiling of the retained amount is Rs 1,50,000.
• The retained amount is forfeited if the contract is ended without three months' notice, if the Pilot leaves before completing 3 years, or on disciplinary action under clauses 4.3 and 4.4.
• The notice says the terms are to be reviewed after 5 years, and that JNPA rules on conduct and discipline apply. Applicability of GST and gratuity under the new Labour code is under review by JNPA management.
• Documents named in the engagement letter for reporting for duty: proof of date of birth (SSC or school leaving certificate), certificate of educational/technical qualification, certificate of competency, DG Shipping endorsement (if applicable), experience certificate and CDC, a filled character and attestation form, caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC candidates), and a relieving certificate for those employed in a Govt. organisation. The engagement letter asks for originals and attested copies.

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