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Candidates Provisionally Selected the Post of Engine Room

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Candidates Provisionally Selected the Post of Engine Room administered by KANNUR Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KANNUR Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-14 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Candidates Provisionally Selected the Post of Engine Room?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-08-14. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KANNUR Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain kannur.dcourts.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Visit the official Kannur Authority recruitment portal and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid Aadhaar details, mobile number, and email ID to generate a unique registration ID.

Log in using credentials to access the specific Engine Room application form, ensuring all personal, educational, and experience details are entered accurately as per official certificates and government-issued identity documents.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photographs, signature, and essential academic or technical certificates in the specified format and size as mandated by the portal technical requirements.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee via credit card, debit card, or net banking, ensuring the transaction status is updated to successful before exiting.

Download the final submitted application form and the system-generated acknowledgment receipt, which serves as the primary document for tracking status and downloading the admit card prior to the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Candidates Provisionally Selected the Post of Engine Room is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Screening	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, and Basic English Language proficiency.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	150 Marks, 120 Minutes	Marine Engineering fundamentals, Engine Room operations, safety protocols, machinery maintenance, and technical troubleshooting.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical	Qualifying Nature	Verification of original academic certificates, experience letters, caste status, and physical fitness assessment as per maritime standards.
Stage 4: Final Merit List	Based on Stage 1 and 2	Consolidated merit list based on normalized scores from the screening and domain tests, subject to category-wise vacancy availability.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Engine Room cadre typically falls under Level 4 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs 25,500. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53%, the DA component amounts to Rs 13,515. House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by city classification: 27% (X), 18% (Y), or 9% (Z) of basic pay. Assuming Class Y city, HRA is Rs 4,590. Transport Allowance (TA) for this level is Rs 1,800 plus applicable DA. The gross monthly salary is approximately Rs 46,500. After mandatory National Pension System (NPS) deduction of 10% of basic plus DA (Rs 3,902), the estimated in-hand salary is approximately Rs 42,600 per month. This structure adheres to 7th CPC norms, while the 8th CPC is expected to introduce a revised fitment factor, potentially increasing the entry basic pay to align with inflation and cost-of-living indices.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment process strictly adheres to Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines. SC/ST candidates receive a 5-year age relaxation, while OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates are granted 3 years. PwBD candidates are entitled to a 10-year age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is provided for EWS candidates, subject to the production of a valid income and asset certificate. Women candidates are generally exempted from application fees or provided significant concessions to promote gender diversity in public employment. All reservations are subject to the production of valid, government-issued certificates at the time of document verification, failing which candidates are treated under the Unreserved category.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Candidates Provisionally Selected t

What is the typical cutoff for the Engine Room cadre?

Cutoffs are determined post-examination based on the number of applicants, difficulty level, and vacancy count, typically ranging between 65% to 75% for the unreserved category.

Is there a normalization process for the exam?

Yes, if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard normalization formula is applied to ensure parity across different difficulty levels.

Is there a mandatory service bond?

Selected candidates may be required to sign a service bond for a specific duration, usually 2 to 3 years, to ensure commitment to the organization.

What is the duration of the probation period?

The standard probation period for this role is 2 years, during which performance is monitored before confirmation to the permanent cadre.

Can I change my exam center after submission?

No, exam center preferences must be finalized during the application process; requests for changes are generally not entertained by the authority.

Where will the posting be located?

Postings are primarily within the Kannur jurisdiction, though candidates may be liable for transfer to any office under the authority's administrative control.