Mumbai Port Authority Dy Chief Engineer Recruitment 2026

Mumbai Port Authority Dy Chief Engineer Recruitment 2026 Apply for 03 Deputy Chief Engineer (Civil) Vacancies via Composite Absorption Method Total Openings: 03 Vacancies Pay Scale: ₹ 80,000 – ₹ 2,20,000/- OAP Deadline: 09 July 2026 Location: Mumbai Critical Recruitment Overview The Mumbai Port Authority, General Administration Department (GAD), has released an official recruitment notice (No. GAD/P/RECT-Dy.CE/2019) dated 9th June 2026. The Authority intends to fill 03 (Three) Class-I posts of Deputy Chief Engineer (Civil) in the pay scale of Rs. 80000-220000. These posts are to be filled by absorption through a composite method specifically targeting eligible and willing officers currently serving in Major Port Authorities across India. Interested officers must submit their applications electronically via the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways’ Online Application Portal (OAP) between 10.06.2026 and 09.07.2026. Following online submission, printed copies of the application must be routed through their respective administrative Port / HoD to reach the Mumbai Port Authority before 24 July 2026. Comprehensive Content Index 1. Important Dates & Timelines 2. Post Details & Pay Scale 3. Eligibility Criteria & Experience 4. Selection Methodology 5. Step-by-Step Application Protocol 6. Important Official Links 7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 1. Important Dates & Timelines Applicants must strictly adhere to the dual deadlines for online portal registration and hard copy dispatch. Mumbai Port Authority Recruitment Schedule 2026 Start Date of Online Application (OAP): 10 June 2026 Closing Date of Online Application (OAP): 09 July 2026 Crucial Date for Eligibility (For 2 Vacancies): 09 July 2026 Crucial Date for Eligibility (For 1 Vacancy): 01 December 2026 Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy via HoD: 24 July 2026 2. Post Details & Pay Scale The Mumbai Port Authority is filling up senior-level Class-I vacancies under its Civil Engineering Department. Name of the Post No. of Vacancies Classification Scale of Pay Deputy Chief Engineer (Civil) 03 Class-I Rs. 80,000 – 2,20,000/- 3. Eligibility Criteria & Experience The eligibility criteria detailed below are exclusively for officers opting for absorption through the composite method from other Major Port Authorities. Educational Qualification Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering from a recognized University / Institution. Mandatory Experience Framework Twelve years (12 years) of experience in an executive cadre in Planning / Construction / Design / Maintenance, preferably of Port and Marine structures in an Industrial / Commercial / Govt. Undertaking. Eligibility for Absorption (Composite Method) Officers holding analogous posts OR the post of Superintending Engineer (and equivalent posts) in the respective discipline of the Civil Engg. Deptt. in the scale of pay of Rs. 13000-18250 with 3 years regular service in the grade in a Major Port Trust. Alternatively, officers holding the post of Superintending Engineer (and equivalent posts) with 2 years regular service in the grade AND a combined regular service of 7 years in the scales of pay of Rs. 10750-16750 and Rs. 13000-18250 in the respective discipline of the Civil Engineering Department in a Major Port Trust will also be eligible. 4. Selection Methodology The selection process utilizes a merit-based grading system rather than an open competitive examination. Merit-Based Selection: The selection will be strictly by merit. APAR Evaluation: The overall grading in the Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APARs) over the evaluated period should not be below “Very Good”. Method of Recruitment Priority: The primary method is absorption through a composite method. Failing this, it moves to deputation from other Government Organisations, and failing both, by direct recruitment. Debarment Rule: An officer who withdraws his candidature after his selection by the Services Selection Committee will be liable for debarment from future selection to HoD level posts in all Major Port Authorities for a period of two years. 5. Step-by-Step Application Protocol The application process mandates both digital entry on the national portal and administrative clearance forwarding. Online Portal Submission: Eligible candidates must apply online through the ‘Online Application Portal (OAP)’ of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways at http://onlinevacancy.shipmin.nic.in. The portal is open from 10.06.2026 to 09.07.2026. Print Hard Copy: After successful submission on the OAP, candidates must download and print the hard copy of the uploaded application form. Submit to HoD: Submit the printed hard-copy of the application form to your respective HoD / administrative Port for onward forwarding. Administrative Forwarding: The administrative Port will verify and forward the application super-scribing “Application for the post of Deputy Chief Engineer (Civil) in Mumbai Port Authority” to the MPA along with the following enclosures: Certified copies of APARs for the last 5 years (2020-21 to 2024-25) duly attested by an officer not below the rank of Dy. HoD. Statement showing year-wise availability of APARs. Attested photocopies of all educational, qualification, and experience certificates. No Objection Certificate (NOC) and Undertaking. Administrative clearance (Annexure II) and Vigilance report (Annexure III). Two passport size photographs. Final Deadline: The complete set of enclosures must reach the Mumbai Port Authority on or before 24 July 2026. 6. Important Official Links Official Notification PDF View Notification Ministry’s Online Application Portal (OAP) Apply on OAP Official Mumbai Port Authority Website Visit Website 7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q1. Can private sector candidates apply for this Deputy Chief Engineer vacancy? No. Currently, the Mumbai Port Authority is filling these 3 vacancies specifically by absorption through a composite method from officers already serving in Major Port Authorities. Q2. What is the deadline to apply on the OAP portal? Eligible officers must complete their digital submission on the Ministry’s Online Application Portal (OAP) by 09 July 2026. Q3. Is it mandatory to send a hard copy? Yes, submitting the hard copy to your HoD is mandatory. The administrative port must forward your application along with certified APARs, vigilance clearance, and other required documents to the Mumbai Port Authority before 24 July 2026. Q4. What APAR grading is required for selection? The selection is based purely on merit. The overall grading in the applicant’s Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APARs) over the last 5 evaluated years should not be below “Very Good”. Mandatory Official Recruitment Disclaimer: This career tracking sheet