CIFNET Instructor Recruitment 2025 – Deputation Vacancy for Seamanship & Navigation Expert

The Central Institute of Fisheries Nautical and Engineering Training (CIFNET), a subordinate office under the Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India, has announced an official recruitment notification for the post of Chief Instructor (Seamanship & Navigation).

This is a Group “A” Gazetted, Non-Ministerial post, and the appointment is to be made on a deputation (including short-term contract) basis. The selected officer will be posted at CIFNET Unit, Chennai and will be responsible for leading and organizing training activities in seamanship and navigation disciplines.

Important Dates

Note: The exact last date will be determined based on the date of publication in the Employment News.

Application Fee

There are no fees associated with applying for this role.

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility conditions for this post are detailed and specific. Applicants must be officers from recognized government or autonomous bodies, fulfilling the following requirements:

A. Organizations Eligible to Apply

Officers under:

• Central Government
• State Governments
• Union Territories
• Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs)
• Universities
• Recognized Research Institutions
• Autonomous Bodies
• Statutory Organizations

B. Essential Qualifications and Experience

1. Holding Analogous Post

• The applicant should be holding an analogous post on a regular basis in the parent cadre or department.

2. Educational Qualification and Field Experience (any one of the following)

Option 1:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fishery Science (Nautical Science) from a recognized university or institute.
• Five years’ experience in the field of fisheries onboard a fishing vessel or in fisheries development activities.

Option 2:

• Five years’ experience onboard a fishing vessel in seamanship/navigation-related roles.

3. Training Experience

• Two years’ experience in imparting training in Seamanship or Navigation.

C. Age Limit

• The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation (including short-term contract) is not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.

D. Additional Notes

• Departmental officers eligible for direct promotion from the feeder category cannot apply through deputation.
• Deputationists are not eligible for promotion.
• The three-year limit applies to all deputation service combined, including previous assignments in other departments.

Pay Scale and Allowances

• The post is placed at Level 11 of the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix:
  • Basic Pay: ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700 per month.
• Other benefits and allowances will be applicable as per Government of India rules.

The appointed officer’s compensation will be governed by DoPT’s (Pay II) notification dated 17.06.2010 and all subsequent revisions.

Selection Process

The selection will be done on the basis of deputation (including short-term contract). There will be no direct recruitment or written test.

Key stages involved:

1. Screening of Applications – The selection committee will examine attested ACR/APAR documents covering the most recent five-year period.
2. Scrutiny of ACRs/APARs – Notarized copies of Annual Confidential Reports (ACRs)/Annual Performance Assessment Reports (APARs) for the preceding five years shall be thoroughly examined.
3. Vigilance Clearance and Integrity Certificate – Required from the current employer.
4. Final Selection – Based on eligibility fulfillment, service record, and recommendation of the screening committee.

No interview or personal test has been specified, but the Institute reserves the right to seek interaction if necessary.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who fulfill the eligibility conditions should apply in the specified format routed through competent authority.

Steps to Apply:

1. Download the Application Form
   • Use the prescribed proforma available with the notification (not provided here).
   • Fill in all relevant details carefully.
2. Forwarding Authority
   • Applications require proper channelization through either the Cadre Controlling Authority or home department.
3. Attach the following documents:
   • Complete set of APAR/ACR documents (2018-2022) with proper attestation.
   • Vigilance Clearance Certificate
   • Integrity Certificate
   • A statement of major/minor penalties imposed in the last ten years (if any).
   • A certificate stating that the details provided by the applicant are verified and correct.
4. Submission Address:
   • To:
     • The Director
     • The Central Institute of Fisheries navigational and Engineering Training, CIFNET
     • Foreshore Road, Cochin
5. Deadline:
   • The complete application should reach the above address within 60 days from the date of publication in the Employment News.
6. Note:
   • Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
   • Applications without the required documents and certifications will be rejected.