DCIL Recruitment 2026: Dredging Corporation of India Limited (DCIL) has announced recruitment under Advertisement No. 04/2026 for fleet personnel and trainees on a contractual basis. The notification includes 28 trainee vacancies, along with opportunities for experienced maritime professionals.
Eligible candidates can attend the walk-in interviews scheduled for 5 and 6 November 2026. Check the post-wise qualifications, age requirements, stipend and interview venues before attending.
DCIL Recruitment 2026: Overview
- Organisation: Dredging Corporation of India Limited (DCIL)
- Advertisement No.: 04/2026
- Post Categories: Fleet Personnel and Trainees
- Trainee Vacancies: 28 Posts
- Recruitment Type: Contractual
- Application Mode: Walk-in Interview
- Official Website: dredge-india.com
Important Dates
| Fleet Personnel Interview | 5 November 2026, from 10:00 AM |
| Trainee Marine Engineer, Trainee Electrical Officer & NCV (Trainee) Interview | 6 November 2026, from 10:00 AM |
Candidates should report to the appropriate venue for document verification according to the schedule in the official notification.
DCIL Recruitment 2026: Post-Wise Vacancy Details
The notification lists eight fleet personnel ranks and three trainee categories. The number of vacancies is specified for trainee posts, while individual vacancy counts for fleet personnel are not provided in the supplied notice.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Trainee Marine Engineer | 14 |
| Trainee Electrical Officer | 10 |
| NCV (Trainee) | 4 |
| Total | 28 |
DCIL Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility requirements differ for fleet personnel and trainee positions. Candidates must hold the prescribed qualifications and relevant certificates for the post they wish to join.
Fleet Personnel: Educational Qualifications and Experience
| Dredge Master | Certificate of Competency (COC)/Certificate of Service (COS) as Master (FG), Dredge Master Grade I or Master (NCV) |
| Chief Officer | COC as First Mate (FG), Dredge Master Grade II or Mate (NCV) |
| 2nd Officer | COC as Second Mate (FG), NWKO (NCV) or Dredge Mate Grade I; experience in independent watchkeeping on dredgers |
| 3rd Officer | NWKO (NCV) certificate |
| Chief Engineer Officer | MEO Class I, Dredge Engineer Grade I, or specified MEO Class II/III qualifications with the prescribed experience and endorsements |
| 2nd Engineer Officer | MEO Class II, Dredge Engineer Grade II, or specified MEO Class III/IV qualifications with the prescribed experience |
| 4th Engineer Officer | MEO Class IV certificate |
| Petty Officer (Dredging) | Specified Indian Navy survey/navigation qualifications, NWKO (NCV), Dredge Mate Grade II, or GPR with at least 2 years’ experience as a tube operator on dredgers |
Candidates should consult the relevant section of the official notification for the exact certificate, endorsement and experience requirements for their chosen rank.
Trainee Posts: Educational Qualifications
| Trainee Marine Engineer | Four-year Marine Engineering degree from an eligible recognised institution, or Graduate Marine Engineering after a four-year engineering degree |
| Trainee Electrical Officer | Four-year degree in Electrical, Electronics, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Telecommunication/Communication, or Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering |
| Trainee Electrical Officer — Additional Requirement | Four-month Electro Technical Officer (ETO) course from a DG Shipping-approved institute |
| NCV (Trainee) | SSC/Class 10 pass, Pre-sea GP Rating course and DG Shipping-approved Exit Examination with at least 60% aggregate marks |
For the Trainee Electrical Officer position, candidates must also meet the notification’s requirements concerning basic STCW courses.
Age Limit
| NCV (Trainee) | Below 25 years on the date of joining the vessel |
| Other Trainee Posts | No specific age limit stated in the supplied eligibility table |
| Fleet Personnel | No specific age limit stated in the supplied notice |
Important: The age condition explicitly mentioned in the notification applies to NCV (Trainee). Do not assume that the same limit applies to other posts.DCIL Recruitment 2026: Stipend and Training Period
Trainees will receive a monthly stipend along with a daily victualling allowance during training.
| Trainee Post | Monthly Stipend | Daily Victualling Allowance | Training Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trainee Marine Engineer | ₹25,000 | ₹600 | 6 months |
| Trainee Electrical Officer | ₹25,000 | ₹600 | 8 months |
| NCV (Trainee) | ₹10,000 | ₹405 | 18 months |
The training period may be extended or shortened depending on DCIL’s operational requirements and those of the Directorate General of Shipping.
Bank guarantee condition: Trainee Marine Engineers and Trainee Electrical Officers must provide a bank guarantee of ₹3 lakh, or deposit the same amount with DCIL, in accordance with the prescribed service commitment after training and the applicable certification or posting requirements.
DCIL Recruitment 2026: Selection Procedure
DCIL will select candidates through interviews and, for trainee posts, assessment of academic marks and interview performance. The selection criteria vary by post.
Selection Process for Fleet Personnel
- Candidates will be assessed based on their performance in the interview.
- The minimum qualifying score is 50 out of 100 marks.
- Selection is subject to document verification and fulfilment of the prescribed eligibility conditions.
Selection Process for Trainee Posts
| Post | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|
| Trainee Marine Engineer | 80% weightage for prescribed qualification marks and 20% for interview |
| Trainee Electrical Officer | 80% weightage for prescribed qualification marks and 20% for interview |
| NCV (Trainee) | 50% weightage for Class 10 marks and 50% for GP Rating Exit Examination marks |
For Trainee Marine Engineers and Trainee Electrical Officers, the notification specifies the following minimum qualifying marks:
- General/OBC: 40 out of 80 in the prescribed qualification and 10 out of 20 in the interview.
- SC/ST: 36 out of 80 in the prescribed qualification and 9 out of 20 in the interview.
The notification states that the above trainee selection criteria apply to Trainee Marine Engineers and Trainee Electrical Officers. NCV (Trainee) selection is based on the specified academic and Exit Examination marks.
Documents Required for DCIL Recruitment 2026
Candidates must bring the original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies, as applicable to their post.
- Completed bio-data/application form in the prescribed format.
- Class 10 certificate as proof of date of birth.
- Degree certificates, mark sheets and other educational documents.
- Relevant Certificate of Competency (COC), Certificate of Proficiency (COP) or other professional certificates.
- Valid Indian Continuous Discharge Certificate (CDC), passport and INDOS details, where required.
- Basic STCW 2010 certificates, where applicable.
- ETO course certificate for Trainee Electrical Officer candidates.
- GP Rating certificate and Exit Examination marks for NCV (Trainee).
- Relevant experience certificates.
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificates in the prescribed format, where applicable.
- CGPA/SGPA conversion certificate or the institution’s certified conversion method, where applicable.
Candidates who fail to produce the required documents may not be allowed to attend the interview.
How to Apply for DCIL Recruitment 2026
There is no online application requirement for candidates attending the walk-in interview under this advertisement. Candidates must prepare the prescribed form and attend the interview with the necessary documents.
- Visit the official DCIL recruitment page.
- Download Advertisement No. 04/2026 and the applicable bio-data or application form.
- Check the qualifications, certificates and experience required for your chosen post.
- Fill in the prescribed form with accurate personal, educational and professional details.
- Arrange the original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies.
- Report to the designated interview venue on the correct date, from 10:00 AM onwards.
- Complete document verification and attend the interview or assessment as directed by DCIL.
Internal floating staff who cannot sign off may attend through online video conferencing with the recommendation of the concerned Master. The notification requires them to email their CV and supporting documents to recruitfs@dcil.co.in by 3 November 2026, 3:00 PM.
Important Links
| Official Website: Check here |
| Recruitment Notification and Form: Check here |
| Recruitment Email: recruitfs@dcil.co.in |
| Contact Numbers: 0891-2871235 / 2871245 |
FAQs on DCIL Recruitment 2026
How many vacancies are available in DCIL Recruitment 2026?
The notification lists 28 trainee vacancies: 14 for Trainee Marine Engineers, 10 for Trainee Electrical Officers and 4 for NCV (Trainee). Separate vacancy numbers for fleet personnel are not specified.
What are the walk-in interview dates?
Fleet personnel interviews are scheduled for 5 November 2026. Trainee interviews are scheduled for 6 November 2026, starting at 10:00 AM.
Is an online application required?
No. Candidates attending the walk-in interviews do not need to apply online. They must bring the prescribed application or bio-data form and supporting documents.
What is the age limit for NCV (Trainee)?
Candidates must be below 25 years of age on the date of joining the vessel.
What stipend will trainees receive?
Trainee Marine Engineers and Trainee Electrical Officers will receive ₹25,000 per month plus ₹600 per day as victualling allowance. NCV (Trainees) will receive ₹10,000 per month plus ₹405 per day.
Where will the fleet personnel interviews be held?
Fleet personnel interviews are scheduled at Visakhapatnam, Kolkata, Chennai and Kochi on 5 November 2026.
Where will the trainee interviews be conducted?
Trainee interviews will be held at Dredge House, H.B. Colony, Seethammadhara, Visakhapatnam, on 6 November 2026.
What is the selection process for fleet personnel?
Fleet personnel will be selected based on interview performance, with a minimum qualifying score of 50 out of 100 marks.
