Chennai Port Authority Recruitment 2026 - Deputy Chief Accounts Officer Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Chennai Port Trust Chennai Last Date: 23rd March, 2026
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Chennai Port Authority Recruitment 2026 - Deputy Chief Accounts Officer Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Chennai Port Authority Recruitment 2026: Deputy Chief Accounts Officer

Recruitment Overview

Chennai Port Authority has officially released a notification for the recruitment of 1 Deputy Chief Accounts Officer post. This recruitment drive offers a great opportunity for experienced finance professionals looking for government jobs in the port sector. The selection process for this role is based on direct recruitment principles, likely involving a screening process or interview rather than a competitive written examination.

Key Highlights

Organization Name Chennai Port Authority
Post Name Deputy Chief Accounts Officer
Total Vacancies 1
Application Mode Online
Last Date to Apply 23-03-2026
Official Website https://chennaiport.gov.in

Vacancy Details

Post Name Total Vacancies Pay Scale/Salary Age Limit
Deputy Chief Accounts Officer 1 Rs. 60,000 - 1,80,000 (Revised) Maximum 40 years

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

Educational Qualification

  • Deputy Chief Accounts Officer: Candidates must be a Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) or the Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India (ICWAI).
  • Experience: Applicants must have nine (9) years of experience in the Executive cadre in the field of Finance and Accounting within an Industrial, Commercial, or Government Undertaking.

Age Limit & Relaxation

  • Maximum Age: 40 years.
  • Age as on Date: Not explicitly mentioned in the text. Candidates are advised to check the official notification PDF for the specific cut-off date for age calculation.
  • Age Relaxation: Applicable as per Government of India rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates. Refer to the official notification for specific details.

Selection Process

The recruitment is for the post of Deputy Chief Accounts Officer under the category of Absorption / Deputation. Unlike entry-level government jobs, this position does not involve a Prelims or Mains examination. The selection is likely based on:

  1. Screening of Applications: Verification of eligibility, qualification, and experience.
  2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview (likely in Chennai).
  3. Final Merit: Based on interview performance and experience.

Application Fee

Based on the provided notification text, no application fee is mentioned. Candidates should verify this in the official notification PDF.

How to Apply

  1. Visit the Official Website of Chennai Port Authority or use the direct "Apply Online" link provided below.
  2. Locate the notification for Deputy Chief Accounts Officer Recruitment 2026.
  3. Read the official notification PDF carefully to ensure eligibility.
  4. Click on the "Apply Online" link and fill out the application form with correct personal, educational, and professional details.
  5. Upload required documents: Photograph, Signature, ICAI/ICWAI Membership Certificate, and Experience Certificates.
  6. Submit the application form before 23-03-2026.
  7. Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.

Important Dates

Event Date
Last Date for Submission of Application 23 March 2026
Last Date for Forwarding Applications 23 March 2026

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About Chennai Port Trust

The Maritime history of Chennai started way back in 1639 with setting up Fort of St.George on the seashore of the erstwhile Madrasapatnam (Madras) from an open roadstead and exposed sandy coast till 1815 with minor port operations. The initial piers were built in 1861. But the storms of 1868 and 1872 made them inoperative, which led to emergence of an artificial harbour. The Madras Port started its commercial operations in 1881 with breakwaters having an eastern entrance.

Sir Francis Spring first Chairman of the Madras Port Trust, formulated plans with a long-term vision and in a scientific manner, to overcome both man-made and natural challenges. The shifting of the entrance of the Port from Eastern side to the North Eastern side provided protection to the Port to a long extent from natural calamities. By the end of 1920, the port was equipped with a dock later named as Dr.Ambedkar Dock, consisting of five berths in the West Quay, one each in the East & South Quay, the North Quay berth came up in 1931 and during 1940s two more berths were added along with all infrastructure facilities. The Passenger station at North Quay was inaugurated in 1958.

In 1964, Jawahar Dock was commissioned on the southern side of the Port with a capacity to berth 6 vessels to handle Dry Bulk cargoes and non-hazardous liquid cargoes. In tune with the international maritime developments, the port developed an Outer-harbour named Bharathi dock with two deep drafted berths for handling POL cargo in 1972 and one deep drafted berth with mechanized Iron-Ore plant for handling Iron Ore in 1974.


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