SMP Kolkata Commander Recruitment 2025 – Apply Now for 5 Exclusive Posts

SMP Kolkata Commander Recruitment 2025: Announcement for five contractual posts in the Marine Department under SMPK (Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port), Kolkata. Eligible candidates can apply offline through the official website, smportkolkata.shipping.gov.in, before November 28, 2025. Grab this fantastic opportunity before the last date!

The Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port Kolkata (SMPK) has announced a fantastic opportunity for experienced marine professionals through the Commander D&D Service Recruitment 2025. This recruitment offers an excellent avenue for marine experts to apply their skills in navigation, dredging, and port operations, contributing to India’s vital maritime sector while gaining valuable experience at one of the country’s premier port authorities.

SMPK Commander Recruitment 2025 – Overview

Organization

SMP Kolkata

Post Name

Commanders

Last Date

28 November 2025

Total post

Qualification

Any master’s degree

Salary

29 October 2025

Educational Eligibility

Must hold a Certificate of Competency as Master FG or Dredge Master Grade I issued by a recognized authority.
Desirable:
3 Years Command Experience, or
5 years of command and pilotage experience in a major or non-major port combined.

Age Limit –

Maximum Age: 45 years.
Age relaxations as per Government of India rules.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Starting Date for Applying Online	29 October 2025
Last Date to Apply	28 November 2025

Application Fee

No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification.
Applicants bear postal expenses for the submission of hard copies.

Selection Process

Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview; the date will be notified later.
Certificate Verification: Original and self-attested copies of certificates are to be produced.
Medical fitness & police verification are compulsory before appointments.
Final selection will be made based on qualification, experience, and performance at the interview.

Vacancy Detail

Post Name	Total Post	Type of Engagement	Period of Engagement
Commander D & D Service	05	Purely Contractual	3 Years

Experience & Training

The selected candidates will be provided with one-year probationary training in pilotage within the SMP Kolkata shipping channel, covering both merchant vessels and dredgers.
Must qualify for the Pilotage Examination conducted by the Marine Service Board after probation.

Job Responsibilities –

The selected candidates will perform the following duties:
Command and control of port-manned and port-owned vessels.
Oversee the maintenance, certification, and manning of vessels.
Work as a pilot on board assigned vessels.
Oversee and certify the dredging operation and daily dredging reports.

Salary Structure

Consolidated Pay: ₹232,000 per month.

How to Apply –

Visit https://portals.secl-cil.in and log in using valid employee credentials.
Read the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) carefully before filling out the form.
Enter accurate personal and departmental details.
Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and certificates.
Submit the form before 9 November 2025 and keep a printout for records.

Important Links

Official Website	Click here
Official Notification	Click here

FAQs – SMP Kolkata Commander Recruitment 2025

Q1. How many vacancies are available in SMP Kolkata Commander Recruitment 2025?
Ans. 5 vacancies are available under the Marine Department.

Q2. What is the age limit for applying for SMP Kolkata Commander Recruitment?
Ans. 45 years

Q3. What is the qualification for SMP Kolkata Commander Recruitment 2025?
Ans. Any Master’s degree

Q4. What is the starting date for SMP Kolkata Commander Recruitment 2025?
Ans. 29 October 2025

Q5. What is the last date for SMP Kolkata Commander Recruitment 2025?
Ans. 28 November 2025

SMP Kolkata Commander Recruitment 2025—Apply Now for 5 Exclusive Posts!