GPSC Port Officer and Nautical Officer Prelim Exam Syllabus 2026

Post Date: 03 November 2026|Last Updated: 03 November 2026|By Sarkari Alarm Editorial Team|Syllabus

Name Of Post :	GPSC Port Officer and Nautical Officer Prelim Exam Syllabus 2026
Organization :	Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC)
Post Date / Update :	03 November 2026
Post Type :	Syllabus 2026
Advt No. :	50/2026-27
Total Post :	N/A
Application Mode :	Online
Notification Status :	Syllabus
Official Website :	gpsc.gujarat.gov.in
Short Information :	Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has released the preliminary exam syllabus attachment for Port Officer (FGM), Nautical Officer, Additional Port Officer (FGM) Class-1 and Pilot Officer (FGM) Class-1 (GMB). Check the official notification for complete details.

The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has released the syllabus attachment for the preliminary test of Port Officer (FGM), Nautical Officer, Additional Port Officer (FGM) Class-1 and Pilot Officer (FGM) Class-1 (GMB) under advertisement number 50/2026-27. Candidates preparing for this examination can use this detailed syllabus and exam pattern to structure their preparation effectively.

The preliminary test will carry a total of 200 questions for 200 marks in English medium. Review the complete section-wise topics and exam guidelines to align your preparation with the official commission standards.

📋 Exam Pattern / Subjects

Section	Questions / Marks	Topics
Ship Handling, Maneuvering and Pilotage	200 Q / 200 Marks	Ship dynamics and maneuvering, Pilot point, interactions, restricted-channel navigation, twin-screw vessels, berthing, pilotage practice, risk assessment, bridge resource management
Navigation, Electronic Systems and COLREGS	200 Q / 200 Marks	Coastal and harbour navigation, chartwork, passage planning, ECDIS, ENC, radar, ARPA, AIS, GNSS, GPS, COLREGS interpretation, traffic separation schemes
Under-Keel Clearance, Stability, Tides and Meteorology	200 Q / 200 Marks	Intact stability, draft, trim, list, heel, under-keel clearance, tide generation, tide tables, wind systems, tropical storms, weather forecasts
Anchoring, Mooring and Tug Operations	200 Q / 200 Marks	Anchor types, holding power, single and two-anchor operations, mooring arrangements, tug types, capability, bollard pull, deployment methods
Marine Engineering and Machinery Awareness	200 Q / 200 Marks	Main propulsion, steering gear arrangements, FPP, CPP, thrusters, azimuth propulsion, failure response, blackout management
Maritime Law, Port Governance and Operational Procedures	200 Q / 200 Marks	Merchant Shipping Act 1958, Indian Ports Act, port rules, IMO conventions, SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW, port operations and infrastructure
Safety, Emergency Response and Environmental Protection	200 Q / 200 Marks	Emergency and contingency management, search and rescue, oil pollution prevention, safety culture, human element, maritime security
Current Trends and Recent Advancements	200 Q / 200 Marks	Current trends and recent advancements in the above fields

📝 How to Download GPSC Port Officer Prelim Exam Syllabus

Go to the official Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) website.
Navigate to the News / Announcements or Examination section on the homepage.
Look for the syllabus link related to Port Officer, Nautical Officer, Additional Port Officer, and Pilot Officer recruitment.
Click on the syllabus attachment link to open the official PDF file.
Check all the listed subjects, topics, and exam pattern details carefully.
Download the PDF file and save it on your device.
Take a printout of the syllabus for your offline preparation reference.

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❓ GPSC Port Officer and Nautical Officer Prelim Exam Syllabus — Important Questions

1. What is the total number of questions in the GPSC Port Officer preliminary exam?

The preliminary test consists of a total of 200 questions.

2. What is the total marks for the GPSC Port Officer prelims test?

The preliminary test carries a total of 200 marks.

3. What is the medium of the question paper for the preliminary exam?

The question paper medium is English.

4. Which organization conducts the Port Officer and Nautical Officer recruitment exam?

The exam is conducted by the Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC).

5. How can I download the GPSC Port Officer syllabus PDF?

You can download the syllabus PDF directly from the official GPSC website.

6. What posts are covered under this GPSC syllabus notification?

This notification covers Port Officer (FGM), Nautical Officer, Additional Port Officer (FGM) Class-1, and Pilot Officer (FGM) Class-1 (GMB).

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