Directorate General of Shipping, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Recruitment 2026

Recruitment Overview

Post Details and Salary Structure

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree (B.Tech / B.E) in Naval Architecture from a recognized university or institution.
• The candidate must have obtained a minimum of 60% marks in the qualifying degree.
• A postgraduate qualification in Naval Architecture is considered highly desirable.
• Candidates currently enrolled in postgraduate studies in Naval Architecture may also be considered desirable for junior category positions.

Experience Requirements

Category 1 – Junior Naval Architects (1–4 Years Experience)

• 1–4 years professional experience in shipbuilding, ship repair, maritime engineering or related maritime industry roles.
• Experience may be obtained from shipyards (PSU or private sector), design houses, classification societies, maritime consultancies, or government maritime organizations.
• Candidates will support senior professionals in technical analysis, project development and implementation activities.
• Responsibilities may include technical surveys, preparation of technical reports, stakeholder coordination, and market analysis.

Category 2 – Senior Naval Architects (5+ Years Experience)

• Minimum 5 or more years of professional experience in shipbuilding technical management, maritime engineering, or naval architecture.
• Experience in shipyard engineering, shipbuilding project management, maritime policy advisory, or maritime consulting.
• Ability to lead technical projects and provide strategic recommendations.
• Experience in investment analysis, feasibility studies, and business model structuring for maritime projects.

Key Responsibilities of Naval Architects

• Conduct technical assessments of shipbuilding and ship repair infrastructure.
• Analyze shipyard capabilities and benchmark them with international standards.
• Evaluate adoption of advanced maritime technologies such as green propulsion and automation.
• Provide inputs for strategic planning and maritime policy development.
• Prepare feasibility studies and technical concept proposals for shipbuilding projects.
• Support development of national shipyard grading and rating systems.
• Participate in stakeholder consultations with shipyards, ship owners, and maritime industry bodies.
• Support digital infrastructure initiatives related to shipbuilding capacity monitoring.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and project analysis materials.

Leave Policy and Working Conditions

• Working hours will be from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM with a 30-minute lunch break.
• Casual Leave: 8 working days per year excluding restricted holidays.
• Restricted Holidays: 2 days as per Government of India rules.
• Medical Leave: 10 working days per year with valid medical certificates.
• Absence beyond allowed leave limits will be treated as leave without pay.
• Field visits and stakeholder engagement may require travel and flexible working hours.

Selection Process

1. Shortlisting of candidates based on educational qualifications and professional experience.
2. Written Test.
3. Computer Proficiency Test.
4. Personal Interview for shortlisted candidates.

How to Apply

• Applications must be submitted in the prescribed application format.
• The completed application form must be sent through email only.
• Hard copy submissions will not be accepted.
• Applicants must attach scanned copies of certificates and supporting documents.
• The entire application must be submitted as a single PDF file.
• The complete application including certificates must not exceed 20 pages.

Contact Details for Queries

Official Links

• Official Website: https://www.dgshipping.gov.in
• Official Notification: View Official Notification PDF