DCI Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2 Executive Director Posts

Looking for a senior leadership role in a public sector maritime company this year? Dredging Corporation of India Limited (DCI), Visakhapatnam – a premier PSU dredging company owned by a consortium of four major ports – has released a fresh recruitment notice for two below-Board-level leadership posts. This recruitment offers 2 vacancies for Executive Director (Operations & Technical) and Executive Director (Finance). Candidates who meet the qualification, experience, and eligibility conditions can apply online. Check the eligibility, remuneration, and selection process explained below before you apply.

DCI is a Public Limited Company incorporated in 1976, listed on both NSE and BSE, with a paid-up capital of Rs 28 Crores and a turnover of Rs 1,147 Crore for 2024-25. Majority ownership (73.47%) is held by a consortium of four major ports – Visakhapatnam, Paradip, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Deendayal Port Authorities. Both Executive Director posts report directly to the MD & CEO, with the Chairman, DCI as the Disciplinary Authority.

DCI Executive Director Recruitment 2026 – Highlights

Who Can Apply

Candidates with the specific qualification for their target post, and at least 25 years of post-qualification experience (20 years for internal DCI candidates), meeting the age and organizational-background criteria below, may apply.

Educational Qualification

• Executive Director (Operations & Technical): Graduate in Engineering with a good academic record from a recognized university/institution, or a Certificate of Competency as Master (FG)/Dredge Master Grade-I/MEO Class-I/Dredge Engineer Grade-I. A management degree from a reputed institution is an added advantage.
• Executive Director (Finance): Must be a qualified CA or CMA. A management degree from a reputed institution is an added advantage.

Candidates having experience in Shipping, Ports, and Dredging sectors, and those with proven Project Management experience, will be given due consideration.

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Age Limit

Minimum age is 45 years. For internal candidates, the maximum is 2 years of residual service as on the date of vacancy, with respect to the superannuation age of 60 years; for other (external) candidates, the maximum is 3 years of residual service under the same reference point. The cut-off date for determining age, qualification, and experience is the last date for submission of online applications.

Application Fee

Candidates must make an online application fee payment of Rs 1,000 (non-refundable) through any payment gateway to DCI’s Canara Bank account (Current Account No. 35833070000014, IFSC: CNRB0013583). Candidates from SC/ST/Persons with Disabilities/Ex-Servicemen categories are exempted from this fee, but must submit proof of exemption. The fee is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted or carried forward under any circumstances.

Salary

The pay scale is Rs 1,20,000 – Rs 2,80,000. Selected candidates will be granted five additional increments on the minimum basic of Rs 1,20,000, bringing it to Rs 1,39,130. In addition to HRA, DA, perks and allowances, selected candidates get leased accommodation, a company vehicle, medical benefits, and superannuation benefits as per Company Rules – taking the total CTC to Rs 50-55 lakh at the minimum of the scale.

Experience Requirement

A minimum of 25 years of post-qualification experience is required (20 years for internal candidates). For candidates from the private sector, out of the 25 years, 5 years must be as Head of Department reporting to the Director/MD/CEO of the company, with an annual salary of Rs 45 lakh or above, and prior experience (in the preceding 3 years) at a company listed on a Stock Exchange with a turnover of Rs 500 Cr or more per annum. For candidates from PSEs/Govt Sector/Autonomous bodies, they must currently be working in E-7 grade or equivalent (Pay Scale Rs 1,00,000-2,60,000 IDA scale), with a minimum of 4 years in that grade. The applicant must be in a regular (not contractual/ad-hoc) capacity both at the time of application and at the time of interview.

Selection Process

Selection is based on qualification and experience, followed by a PowerPoint presentation by the candidate on their vision and future growth plan for DCI (50 marks weightage), and a personal interview (50 marks weightage). The selected candidate must join within 3 months from the date of issue of the offer of appointment.

Documents Required

• Write-up on significant contributions made during present/past assignments, with a future strategy write-up for DCI
• For private sector applicants: Annual turnover figures for the preceding 3 years, certified by Statutory Auditors
• For Central/State Govt./Autonomous Bodies/PSU candidates: NOC, submitted along with application or at the time of interview
• Self-attested copies of age, educational qualification, and experience proof
• For internal candidates: hardcopy of the application with Vigilance clearance, submitted to the MD & CEO
• For private sector candidates: evidence of the company’s listing on a Stock Exchange and evidence of reporting to Director/MD/CEO
• For private sector candidates: Income Tax Return (Form 16) for the last 3 years
• Details of positions held and responsibilities handled in the last 10 years
• Proper relieving/release letter from the parent company/organisation, to be brought at the time of joining

Important Dates

How to Apply

1. Visit the DCI careers page: dredge-india.com, and apply online only – no other mode of application is accepted.
2. Pay the online application fee of Rs 1,000 (exempted for SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen) and attach the payment proof.
3. Upload a write-up on your significant contributions and future strategy for DCI, along with self-attested documents for age, qualification, and experience, and other category-specific documents (turnover certificates, NOC, ITR, etc. as applicable).
4. Upload a passport-size colour photo (up to 50KB), signature (up to 50KB), and scanned certificates (max 6 files, each up to 200KB, JPG or PDF).
5. Submit the completed application between 23 September 2026 (10:00 AM) and 13 October 2026 (10:00 PM), and download the system-generated application form with the unique acknowledgment number for future reference.

Why You Should Apply

These are below-Board-level leadership positions at India’s premier dredging PSU, offering an exceptional CTC of Rs 50-55 lakh plus HRA, leased accommodation, a company vehicle, and superannuation benefits – a rare, high-value opportunity for senior professionals in engineering, finance, or the maritime sector to lead a listed public company’s operations or finance function.

Preparation Tips

• Start drafting your write-up on significant contributions and DCI future-strategy early – this document is a mandatory part of your application.
• If you’re from the private sector, gather your last 3 years’ Income Tax Returns and turnover certificates now, since both are required uploads.
• Confirm your current grade/pay scale precisely matches the E-7 (or equivalent) requirement if you’re applying from a PSE, Govt, or Autonomous Body background.
• Prepare your PowerPoint presentation on your vision and growth plan well in advance – it carries equal weightage (50 marks) to the interview itself.
• Keep all scanned documents within the 200KB per-file limit (6 files max), merging certificates into a single PDF if needed.

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FAQs – DCI Executive Director Recruitment 2026

Q1. How many Executive Director posts are open?

2 posts: Executive Director (Operations & Technical) and Executive Director (Finance), 1 each.

Q2. What is the last date to apply?

13 October 2026, 10:00 PM.

Q3. What is the pay scale?

Rs 1,20,000 – Rs 2,80,000, with a total CTC of Rs 50-55 lakh at the minimum of the scale.

Q4. What qualification is required for Executive Director (Finance)?

A qualified CA or CMA, with a management degree as an added advantage.

Q5. How much experience is required?

Minimum 25 years of post-qualification experience (20 years for internal candidates).

Q6. What is the application fee?

Rs 1,000, exempted for SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen candidates.

Q7. What is the selection process?

A PowerPoint presentation (50 marks) followed by an interview (50 marks).

Q8. Where is the position based?

Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.