08 December 2025

Chennai Customs Recruitment 2025: Notification, Application Form, 02 Cook Vacancies

Last Updated: December 08, 2025

Office of the Commissioner of Customs (General), Chennai, has invited applications for the recruitment of 01 Halwai Cum Cook and 01 Assistant Halwai Cum Cook posts in the Departmental Canteen at Chennai Customs House. Eligible candidates aged 18-25 years with 10th pass and catering diploma/experience can apply by post to reach by 31st December 2025.

Chennai Customs Cook Recruitment 2025-26

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Organization

Office of the Commissioner of Customs (General), Chennai

Post Names

Halwai Cum Cook (01 UR) & Assistant Halwai Cum Cook (01 UR)

Total Vacancies

02

Age Limit

18-25 years (as on closing date)

Salary

Halwai Cum Cook: Rs. 21700-69100 (Pay Level 3)
Assistant: Rs. 19900-63200 (Pay Level 2)

Minimum Qualification

10th Class pass + Diploma/Certificate in Catering + Relevant Experience

Selection Process

Written Examination + Trade Skill Test

Job Location

Chennai Customs House, Tamil Nadu

Last Date

31/12/2025

Chennai Customs Cook 2025-26 Age Limit:

  • Between 18-25 years for both posts as on the closing date of receipt of applications (31/12/2025).
  • Upper Age Relaxation:
    • Central Government Civilian Employee: Up to 40 years.
    • Ex-Serviceman: 3 years beyond upper age limit after deduction of military service rendered from actual age.

Chennai Customs Cook 2025-26 Eligibility Criteria:

  • For Halwai Cum Cook: 10th Class pass with Certificate/Diploma in Catering; Two years experience in cooking in Government Department/Undertaking.
  • For Assistant Halwai Cum Cook: 10th Class pass from recognized Board with Certificate/Diploma in Catering from recognized institute; One year experience in cooking.
  • Trade Skill Test for cooking (and maintenance of hygiene for Assistant) shall be conducted to assess suitability.
  • All qualifications and experience certificates must be attested and enclosed.

Chennai Customs Cook 2025-26 Selection Process:

Written Examination

Trade Skill Test for Cooking

Chennai Customs Cook 2025-26 Important Dates:

Closing Date for Receipt of Applications

31st December 2025

Chennai Customs Cook 2025-26 Important Links:

Chennai Customs Cook Detailed Notification

Notification PDF

Chennai Customs Cook Application Form

Application PDF

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How to Apply Chennai Customs Cook Recruitment 2025-26:

Applications must be submitted by Ordinary Post or Speed Post only in the prescribed format (typed or neatly hand-written on A4 paper). No online applications will be accepted.

➢ Step 1: Download the application form from the official website or use the provided format.

➢ Step 2: Fill the form completely, sign it with Left Hand Thumb Impression, and paste a self-attested passport size photograph (signature running through photo and form).

➢ Step 3: Enclose attested photocopies of Educational Qualifications, Mark Sheets, Age Proof, Experience Certificate (with details like period, organization, salary, nature of work, signatory details), Category Certificate (if applicable), and other relevant documents.

➢ Step 4: Attach four unsigned passport size photographs and two self-addressed unstamped envelopes (25 cm x 12 cm).

➢ Step 5: Place in a separate envelope (28 cm x 13 cm) for each post, super-scribed with "APPLICATION FOR DEPARTMENTAL CANTEEN POSTS, CHENNAI CUSTOMS" and indicate NAME OF THE POST APPLIED FOR and CATEGORY on top left corner.

➢ Step 6: Send to: The Additional Commissioner of Customs (Establishment), Office of the Commissioner of Customs (General), Custom House, No. 60, Rajaji Salai, Chennai - 600 001 to reach on or before 31st December 2025.


Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the age limit for Chennai Customs Cook Recruitment 2025-26?

18-25 years for both posts as on 31/12/2025, with relaxation for Central Govt. employees (up to 40 years) and Ex-Servicemen (3 years after deduction of service).

What are the eligibility criteria for Halwai Cum Cook post?

10th Class pass + Certificate/Diploma in Catering + Two years cooking experience in Govt. Department/Undertaking + Trade Skill Test.

What is the selection process for Assistant Halwai Cum Cook?

Written Examination + Trade Skill Test (including hygiene maintenance).

What is the last date to apply for Chennai Customs Cook posts?

31st December 2025 (applications must reach by post).

What is the total number of vacancies?

02 posts (01 UR each for Halwai Cum Cook and Assistant Halwai Cum Cook).

Is there any application fee for this recruitment?

No application fee required.