V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (VOCPA) Trainee Pilot Notification 2026 has been released on 2 September 2026 on the official website https://www.vocport.gov.in/. A total of 5 vacancies have been announced through the VOCPA Trainee Pilot Recruitment 2026.
Candidates aged up to 55 years who possess a Master (FG) Certificate of Competency (COC) with one year of sailing experience as Chief Officer or above in a Foreign Going Ship are eligible to attend the Trainee Pilot walk-in interview. The walk-in selection process will be conducted as per the schedule mentioned in the official notification.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and check the walk-in interview details through the direct links provided below in this article.
VOCPA Trainee Pilot Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (VOCPA) |
| Post Name | Trainee Pilot |
| No of Posts | 5 |
| Advt No | MAR-ESTA0CODE(ENBN)/1/2026-Marine/D 302 |
| Salary | Rs. 100000 - 250000 Per Month |
| Qualification | Master (FG) Certificate of Competency (COC), One year sailing experience as Chief Officer and above in Foreign Going Ship |
| Age Limit | Max: 55 years |
| Apply Mode | Walk-in |
| Job Type | Contractual |
VOCPA Trainee Pilot Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates who are interested in applying for the VOCPA Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
Download VOCPA Trainee Pilot Job 2026 Notification PDF
VOCPA Trainee Pilot Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Trainee Pilot | 5 |
| Total | 5 |
VOCPA Trainee Pilot Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Must possess a Master (FG) Certificate of Competency (COC).
- One year sailing experience as Chief Officer and above in Foreign Going Ship post possessing the COC as Master (FG).
VOCPA Trainee Pilot Age Limit 2026
- Maximum Age Limit: 55 years
To avoid any confusion regarding age eligibility, candidates can use our Age Calculator to calculate their exact age based on the prescribed cut-off date before applying.
VOCPA Trainee Pilot Salary 2026
- Training period (6 months): Rs. 1,00,000/-
- After obtaining license piloting up to 20,000 GT: Rs. 1,70,000/-
- Full tonnage/unrestricted tonnage: Rs. 2,50,000/-
VOCPA Trainee Pilot Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement Date | 2 September 2026 |
VOCPA Trainee Pilot Selection Process 2026
- Walk-in Interview
- Document Verification
Walk-In Procedure
Candidates who wish to attend the walk-in interview for VOCPA Trainee Pilot Recruitment 2026 should follow the steps below.
- Read the official notification carefully before attending the interview.
- Candidates must report at the venue as per the reporting time mentioned in the notification.
- Carry all original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies such as ID proof, educational certificates, experience certificates (if required), and category certificate (if applicable).
- Bring the duly filled application form if required in the notification.
- Verify eligibility criteria before attending the interview.
- Candidates are advised to reach the venue well in advance to complete registration formalities.
- Keep extra passport-size photographs for submission if required.
VOCPA Trainee Pilot Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
