Directorate of Lighthouses and Lightships Recruitment 2026: 1 Navigational Assistant Grade-III – Apply Offline @ dgll.nic.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Navigational Assistant Grade-III:
  • Educational Qualification: Diploma in Electronics, or Telecommunication, or Electronics and Communication, or Electrical and Electronics from an Institution recognized by the Central Government or State Government.
  • Age Limit: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 27 years as on 01-11-2026 (the last date for receipt of application).
  • Age Relaxation: Applicable to Scheduled Caste candidates as per orders issued by the Central Government from time to time.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The recruitment notification for Navigational Assistant Grade-III specifies the following selection stages:

• Screening of Applications: Applications received by the Directorate will be scrutinized against the prescribed eligibility criteria (qualification, age, and category).
• Shortlisting: Eligible and complete applications will be shortlisted. The department reserves the right to decide the number of candidates to be called for further assessment, screening, or interview based on the number of valid applications received.
• Interview / Skill Assessment: Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview or skill assessment at a notified venue. The exact date, time, and venue will be communicated to shortlisted candidates through the official website dgll.nic.in or by post.
• Document Verification: All original documents — education certificates, category certificate, NOC (if employed), and other supporting papers — will be verified before final selection. Any discrepancy will lead to cancellation of candidature.

Important: No Travel Allowance (TA) / Dearness Allowance (DA) will be paid to candidates attending the interview or skill assessment, whether called by post or email.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

Attach self-attested photocopies of the following documents along with the completed application form:

• Matriculation / SSC / 10th Certificate — Proof of Date of Birth
• 12th (Intermediate / Higher Secondary) Mark Sheet
• Diploma Certificate and Consolidated Mark Lists of all Semesters / Years in the relevant discipline (Electronics / Telecommunication / Electronics and Communication / Electrical and Electronics)
• Category Certificate (SC) in the Central Government prescribed format
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) — Mandatory for candidates presently employed in Central / State Government, Autonomous bodies, PSUs, and Public Sector Banks. Applications without NOC or "through proper channel" will be rejected.
• Experience Certificate on official letterhead (if applicable)
• Discharge Certificate for Ex-Servicemen (if applicable)
• Disability Certificate for PwD candidates (if applicable)

Application Submission Instructions

1. Download the official notification and application form from dgll.nic.in.
2. Fill the application form in capital letters on A4 size good quality paper.
3. Paste a recent passport-size colour photograph (3.5 cm × 3.5 cm, not older than 3 months, not attested) in the designated space and sign below the photograph.
4. Attach all self-attested photocopies of required documents.
5. Place your left-thumb impression and signature at the bottom of the application form.
6. Superscribe the envelope: "Application for the post of Navigational Assistant Grade - III".
7. Send by Speed Post / Registered Post to: The Director, Directorate of Lighthouses and Lightships, Deep Bhavan, Port Residential Area, Saligrampuram, Visakhapatnam-530024, Andhra Pradesh — so that it reaches on or before 01-11-2026 at 1700 Hrs.

Important Notes

• Applications must be submitted on A4 size good quality paper only. Non-submission of required documents (Serial No. 21 of the application form) will lead to outright rejection.
• Initial posting shall be at any Lighthouse, DGSS, or NAVTEX Station under the Visakhapatnam Directorate and the appointee will be liable to be transferred anywhere in India.
• In case the closing date (01-11-2026) falls on a public holiday, the next working day will be the last date for receipt of applications.
• The department will not be responsible for any postal delay in receipt of applications.
• Candidates from North East Region and specified remote areas (Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, UT of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Chamba and Spiti Districts of Himachal Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep Islands) may send their applications 7 days more than the closing date.

Important Links

• Download Directorate of Lighthouses and Lightships Navigational Assistant Grade-III Official Notification PDF
• Visit Directorate of Lighthouses and Lightships Official Website
• All Directorate of Lighthouses and Lightships Recruitment Notifications 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to submit the offline application for Directorate of Lighthouses and Lightships Navigational Assistant Grade-III?

The application must reach the Directorate on or before 01 November 2026 at 1700 Hrs. Candidates from North East Region and specified remote areas have an additional 7 days.

What is the application mode for Navigational Assistant Grade-III recruitment 2026?

The mode is offline. Applications must be sent by Speed Post or Registered Post to The Director, Directorate of Lighthouses and Lightships, Deep Bhavan, Port Residential Area, Saligrampuram, Visakhapatnam-530024. No online or walk-in applications are accepted.

What is the application fee for Directorate of Lighthouses and Lightships recruitment?

The official notification does not specify any application fee. Candidates are advised to verify this from the official notification PDF before sending their application.

Is this a permanent government job?

Yes. Navigational Assistant Grade-III is a regular Central Government cadre post under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, payable at Pay Level-5 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Rs. 29,200 – Rs. 92,300 per month). The appointee will be liable to be transferred anywhere in India.

What is the salary structure for Navigational Assistant Grade-III?

The pay is at Level-5 in the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix, ranging from Rs. 29,200 to Rs. 92,300 per month, along with applicable allowances as per Central Government rules.

What qualification is required for Navigational Assistant Grade-III?

A Diploma in Electronics, Telecommunication, Electronics and Communication, or Electrical and Electronics from an institution recognized by the Central or State Government. The age limit is 18–27 years as on 01-11-2026.