Customs Chennai has released the recruitment notification to fill the 10 Tradesman, Seaman, Greaser Posts. You can get the application form in PDF format from the official website at https://chennaicustoms.gov.in/. The deadline for receiving the completed application and its attachments is April 30, 2026. Candidates must thoroughly study the Customs Chennai Group C notification and confirm their eligibility before submitting an application.
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Customs Chennai Current Notification 2026 [Quick Summary]
| Organization Name: Office of the Commissioner of Customs (General) |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Regular Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 10 Tradesman, Seaman, Greaser Posts |
| Place of Posting: Chennai |
| Starting Date: 04.04.2026 |
| Last Date: 30.04.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Offline |
| Official Website: https://chennaicustoms.gov.in/ |
Current Customs Chennai Job Openings:
- Tradesman – 02 Posts
- Seaman – 06 Posts
- Greaser – 02 Posts
Customs Chennai Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for Customs Chennai:
- Tradesman –
- Essential: 1. I.T.I Trade Certificate in Mechanic/Diesel/Fitter/Turner/ Welder/Electrician/ Instrumental/Carpentary 2. X/10th Std pass or equivalent 3. 2 years experience in Engineering/Automobile/Ship Repair organization.
- Desirable: 1. Experience in FRP Lamination and repair work (Fiber class Re-enforce plastic) 2. First aid/ Fire Fighting/Industrial Safety Course.
- Seaman –
- Essential: 1. X/10th Std pass or equivalent. 2. Three years experience in sea going mechanized vessel with two years in helmsman and seamanship work.
- Desirable: 1. The Marine Mercantile Department awarded a certificate of competency as a “member of fishing vessel.”
- Greaser –
- Essential: 1. X/10th Std pass or equivalent. 2. Three years experience in sea going mechanized vessel on main and auxiliary machinery maintenance.
- Desirable: 1. Certificate of competency as “Engine Driver of fishing vessel” issued by Marine Mercantile Department.
Age Limit for Customs Chennai: (As on 30.04.2026)
- Tradesman – Not more than 25 years
- Seaman – 18 to 25 years
- Greaser – 18 to 25 years
Relaxation of Upper age limit:
- +5 Years for ST/SC
- +3 Years for OBC (NCL)
- Persons with Disabilities candidate:
- +10 Years for UR
- +13 Years for OBC (NCL)
- +15 Years for ST/SC
- For Ex-Servicemen Applicants: As per Govt. Policy
Pay Scale for Customs Chennai:
- Tradesman – Level 2 Rs.19,900 – 63200/-
- Seaman – Level 1 Rs.18,000 – 56,900/-
- Greaser – Level 1 Rs.18,000 – 56,900/-
Method of Selection for Customs Chennai:
- Written Examination
- Physical Endurance Test (PET) (Swimming)
How to Submit an Application:
- The advertisement and applications form, educational qualification and terms & conditions are available on the Departmental website https://chennaicustoms.gov.in. Candidates should frequently check the website provided above for any important announcements, updates, or additional instructions. Separate application should be submitted for each post.
- The envelope (28 cms x 13 cms) containing the application must be super-scribed in bold letter as APPLICATION FOR MARINE WING POST- CUSTOMS (PREVENTIVE) COMMISSIONERATE, CHENNAI and also indicate the POST APPLIED FOR and CATEGORY at the left side corner of the envelope.
- The Application form in the prescribed format with relevant attached photocopies of educational qualification, proof of Age, Category, essential and desirable certification etc. wherever necessary and four unsigned passport size photographs and two self-addressed unstamped envelopes of 25 cms x 12 cms are to be sent by Ordinary post/Speed post addressed to: The Additional Commissioner Of Customs (establishment), Office Of The Commissioner Of Customs (general), 2nd Floor, Krishna Block, Rajaji Salai, Chennai-600001 Email Id – Cuschn-estt@gov.in.
Crucial Dates:
- Starting Date for Submission of Application: 04.04.2026
- Last date for Submission of Application: 30.04.2026
Customs Chennai Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of Customs Chennai: Website Link |
| Advertisement and Application Form for Customs Chennai: Click Here to Download |
