Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026: Apply for Assistant Managers and Other Post

Latest notifications for Deendayal Port Authority recruitment 2026 updated today are listed here. Below is the complete list of all Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) recruitment in India for the current year 2026 where you can find information on how you can apply and register for various opportunities:

Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026 for 5 Assistant Manager Posts | Last Date: 19th July 2026

Deendayal Port Authority, India’s No. 1 Major Port located at Kandla, Gandhidham, Gujarat, has announced the Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026 for 5 Assistant Manager vacancies under the IDA pay pattern. The recruitment includes Assistant Manager (Dredger/Tugs) and Assistant Manager (Floating Crafts) positions for experienced Marine and Electrical Engineering professionals. Candidates possessing an Engineer Certificate of Competency or a Degree in Electrical Engineering with relevant experience are eligible to apply. The online application process is open and the last date to submit the online application is 19 July 2026, while the hard copy of the application must reach the authority by 29 July 2026. Selection will be based on a written test and personal interview.

Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026 Notification

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Deendayal Port Authority Vacancy

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must be Indian nationals.
• Applicants should possess the prescribed educational qualification and relevant work experience.
• The maximum age limit is calculated as on 01 June 2026.
• Candidates applying under reserved categories are eligible for age relaxation as per Government rules.

Educational Requirement

• Assistant Manager (Dredger/Tugs):
  • Essential: Engineer Certificate of Competency issued under the Merchant Shipping Act.
  • Experience: Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience as Watch Keeping Engineer on ocean-going vessels, or 4 years of experience as Engine Room Artificer in the Indian Navy with 2 years of experience as Watch Keeping Engineer on ocean-going vessels.
• Assistant Manager (Floating Crafts):
  • Essential: Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized University or Institution.
  • Experience: Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience in maintenance of marine electrical installations, or experience as Chief Electrical Artificer in the Indian Navy.

Salary

• Pay Scale: ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 (IDA Pattern)
• Additional Benefits:
  • Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA)
  • Cafeteria Allowance
  • Accommodation or House Rent Allowance
  • Gratuity
  • National Pension System (NPS)
  • Group Insurance
  • Medical facilities for self and dependents
  • Leave benefits and earned leave encashment

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 28 years as on 01 June 2026
• Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules.

Application Fee

• No application fee details have been specified in the notification.

Selection Process

• Written Test
• Personal Interview
• Document Verification

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website of Deendayal Port Authority and complete the online application process.
2. Fill in all required personal, educational, and experience details carefully.
3. Submit the online application form before the closing date.
4. Take a printout of the submitted application form.
5. Attach self-attested copies of the photograph, educational certificates, experience certificates, category certificate, and other required documents.
6. Send the hard copy of the application through Speed Post or Registered Post to the following address:The Secretary
   Deendayal Port Authority
   Post Bag No. 50
   Administrative Office Building, Tagore Road
   Gandhidham (Kachchh), Gujarat – 370201
7. Ensure the hard copy reaches the authority on or before 29 July 2026.

Important Dates

Other Requirements

• Candidates must submit both the online application and the hard copy to complete the application process.
• Applications received without supporting documents or after the deadline will be rejected.
• Written tests will be conducted only if 20 or more applications are received for a particular post.
• Candidates will be shortlisted for interviews in an approximate ratio of 1:5 or less.
• Original documents will be verified during the selection process.

Application form, details & registration

DPA Pilot Recruitment 2026 for 09 Class-I Pilot Posts [CLOSED]

Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), a major port under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Government of India, has released an official notification inviting online applications for the recruitment of 09 Pilot (Class-I) posts. This recruitment drive is being conducted on a regular basis with an attractive pay scale under the IDA pattern. The application process is both online and offline, with the deadline for online submission set as 14 March 2026 and the printed application submission deadline as 24 March 2026.

Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026 Notification

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DPA Vacancy

Category-Wise Distribution

Education

• Must hold a Certificate of Competency as Master of Foreign Going Ship issued by the Ministry of Shipping, Government of India
• One year post-qualification experience as Master or Chief Officer of a foreign going ship

Salary

• ₹70,000 – ₹2,00,000 (IDA Pattern)

Age Limit (as on 14 March 2026)

• Upper Limit: 40 years
• Relaxation:
  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • OBC (NCL): 3 years
  • PwBD: 10 years (subject to max 56 years)
  • Ex-Servicemen and Major Port employees: as per rules

Application Fee

• Not specified in the notification (presumed to be Nil)

Selection Process

1. Written Test (only if applicants ≥ 20)
2. Personal Interview (in 1:5 ratio based on availability)

How to Apply

1. Apply Online:
   • Visit: www.deendayalport.gov.in
   • Navigate to the Recruitment Section and fill out the Pilot 2026 online form
   • Submit by 14 March 2026
2. Submit Hard Copy:
   • Print the submitted online application
   • Affix a passport-size photo
   • Attach self-attested copies of:
     • Qualification certificates
     • Experience certificate
     • Age proof
     • Caste/Category certificate (if applicable)
   • Send via Speed Post/Registered Post to:The Secretary
     Deendayal Port Authority
     Post Bag No. 50
     Administrative Office Building
     Tagore Road, Gandhidham (Kachchh),
     Gujarat – 370201
   • Must reach on or before 24 March 2026

Important Dates

Application form, details & registration

Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2025: Apply for Deputy Chief Mechanical Engineer Post [CLOSED]

Deendayal Port Authority, a key maritime hub located in Kutch, Gujarat, has announced a recruitment drive for the post of Deputy Chief Mechanical Engineer for the year 2025. As a crucial public sector body under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, the authority plays a central role in India’s maritime trade. The current vacancy is for a senior engineering position, offering a competitive pay scale and a chance to work in a vital infrastructure role. The post is open to qualified engineers in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics & Communication disciplines. Only one vacancy has been notified, and interested applicants must submit their online application before 30th August 2025.

Deendayal Port Authority Vacancy

Salary

The post offers a monthly pay in the range of INR 16000-20800 (as per applicable scale or rules mentioned in the official notification).

Age Limit

The upper age limit for the post is 42 years as of the last date of application.

Application Fee

Details regarding the application fee are not specified in the notification. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for any fee-related updates.

Selection Process

The selection will be done through a test and/or interview as per Deendayal Port Authority norms. Shortlisted candidates will be informed via the official website.

How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply online:

1. Visit the official application portal: https://onlinevacancy.shipmin.nic.in
2. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
3. Log in with your credentials and fill out the application form.
4. Upload the required documents (degree certificates, ID proof, etc.).
5. Review the form and submit your application.
6. Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.

Important Dates

Application form, details & registration

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