Shipping Corporation of India Land and Assets Limited (SCILAL, Mumbai), a premier Government of India Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, has officially released recruitment advertisement SCILAL/03/2026 inviting online applications for 3 vacancies of Senior Secretarial Officer, Secretarial Officer, and Accounts Officer. Selected professionals will be placed in central public enterprise executive scales ranging from Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 1,60,000 per month (E1 and E2 Scales) plus industrial DA and cafeteria perks. Qualified CS, CA, CMA, and MBA professionals can apply online before 21 October 2026.
SCILAL 2026: Executive Cadre Breakup and Pay Scales
The recruitment fulfills specialized corporate legal, secretarial, and finance positions:
| Designation | Cadre Grade | Total Posts | IDA Executive Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Secretarial Officer | E2 Grade | 1 Post | Rs. 50,000 - 1,60,000 (Gross ~Rs. 14 Lakhs CTC) |
| Secretarial Officer | E1 Grade | 1 Post | Rs. 40,000 - 1,40,000 (Gross ~Rs. 11 Lakhs CTC) |
| Accounts Officer | E1 Grade | 1 Post | Rs. 40,000 - 1,40,000 (Gross ~Rs. 11 Lakhs CTC) |
| Total Vacancies | Executive Posts | 3 Posts | Full Central PSU Executive Allowances |
Eligibility Criteria and Educational Standards
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed age and professional qualifications as on 01 October 2026:
- Senior Secretarial Officer (E2): Qualified Company Secretary (ACS / FCS) from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) with minimum 3 years post-qualification executive experience in listed companies or PSUs. Upper age limit is 32 years.
- Secretarial Officer (E1): Qualified Company Secretary (ACS) from ICSI with minimum 1 year relevant executive experience. Upper age limit is 30 years.
- Accounts Officer (E1): Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) from ICAI, or Cost Accountant (CMA) from ICMAI, or 2-year full-time MBA in Finance with minimum 60% marks. Minimum 1 year post-qualification corporate finance experience. Upper age limit is 30 years.
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST candidates receive 5 years relaxation; OBC (NCL) candidates receive 3 years; PwBD candidates receive 10 years relaxation in accordance with Government of India directives.
Selection Process, Exam Pattern and Shortlisting Criteria
The selection will be conducted through multi-stage executive screening and merit evaluation:
- Document Scrutiny: Shortlisting candidates based on qualification percentages, ICSI/ICAI membership status, and relevance of executive experience.
- Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for personal interviews in Mumbai or via video conference. Candidates scoring at least 50% in the interview (45% for SC/ST) will be empaneled.
- Medical Fitness: Empaneled candidates must undergo pre-employment medical examination in accordance with SCILAL medical standards.
Qualifying Marks, Benchmark Cutoffs and Evaluation Criteria
Candidate merit calculation and final selection rosters follow strict public sector norms:
- Interview Benchmark: Minimum qualifying cutoff marks in personal interview are 50% for Unreserved/OBC/EWS candidates and 45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
- Experience Weightage: Post-qualification experience in central public sector undertakings or listed corporate entities carries additional scoring weightage during executive shortlisting.
- Merit Roster: The final selection list is published on scilal.com strictly in order of merit among interview qualifiers.
How to Apply Online for SCILAL Officer Vacancies
Candidates must submit their applications through the designated web portal:
- Access the official careers portal on scilal.com or via the Shipping Corporation of India portal at shipindia.com.
- Fill in the online application form with personal details, educational qualifications, and membership registration numbers (ICSI/ICAI).
- Upload self-attested PDF copies of professional degree certificates, membership certificates, experience letters, and latest salary slips.
- Pay the non-refundable application processing fee of Rs. 500 online (SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempted from application fee).
- Submit the online form before 21 October 2026 (5:00 PM) and print the computer-generated registration confirmation.
Candidate Guidelines and Next Steps for Selected Officers
Appointed officers will be on probation for a period of 1 year from the date of joining. Upon successful completion of probation and performance appraisal, officers will be confirmed in their respective executive cadres with full retirement and provident fund benefits. Candidates are advised to retain multiple copies of the submitted application form and original verification certificates.
Frequently Asked Questions (Notice-Grounded)
What is the last date to apply online for SCILAL Recruitment 2026?
The online application portal on scilal.com will remain active until 21 October 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
How many executive posts are advertised under Advt SCILAL/03/2026?
The corporation has notified 3 vacancies across Senior Secretarial Officer, Secretarial Officer, and Accounts Officer cadres.
What is the pay scale for Senior Secretarial Officer (E2 Grade)?
Senior Secretarial Officers are placed in IDA scale Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 1,60,000 per month with an estimated annual CTC of Rs. 14 Lakhs.
What professional qualification is required for Accounts Officer?
The Accounts Officer post requires qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) or Cost Accountant (CMA) or 2-year full-time MBA in Finance with 60% marks.