🏗️ Paradip Port Authority Dy. Chief Engineer (Civil) Recruitment 2026 – Absorption Through Composite Method

📢 Paradip Port Authority (PPA), one of India’s major ports and an ISO 9001:2015 certified & ISPS compliant port, has invited applications for the post of Deputy Chief Engineer (Civil) (Dy. HOD) through Absorption via Composite Method. This high–level executive position is a key role in the Civil Engineering Department and offers an attractive pay scale of ₹80,000 – ₹2,20,000.

🗓️ The post will fall vacant on 01.09.2026 due to superannuation of the existing incumbent on 31.08.2026. Eligible officers from Major Port Authorities are invited to apply through the Online Application Portal (OAP) of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW).

📅 Important Dates

  • 🗓️ Date of Circular: 18 May 2026
  • 📥 Last Date for Online Application (OAP): 18 June 2026
  • 📌 Crucial Date for Eligibility: Last date of receipt of application (18 June 2026)

🏢 Post Details – Dy. Chief Engineer (Civil)

Post Name Classification Scale of Pay Mode of Filling Upper Age Limit
Deputy Chief Engineer (Civil) (Dy. HOD) Class–I ₹80,000 – ₹2,20,000 (IDA) Absorption through Composite Method (failing which deputation, failing both direct recruitment) 42 years (for direct recruitment)

⚙️ The recruitment is governed by the Recruitment Rules (RR) for Dy. Chief Engineer (Civil), enclosed as Annexure–I in the official notification.

🎓 Essential Educational Qualification & Experience

  • 🎓 Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institution.
  • 🧩 12 years’ experience in the executive cadre in planning / construction / design / maintenance, preferably of port & marine structures in an industrial / commercial / Government undertaking.

🧭 Method of Recruitment – Absorption Through Composite Method

⚖️ The post is primarily to be filled by absorption through composite method from among eligible officers of Major Port Authorities. If suitable candidates are not found, the post may be filled by deputation, and failing both, by direct recruitment.

👔 Eligibility for Absorption (Composite Method)

Officers from Major Port Authorities in the Civil Engineering discipline who satisfy the following:

  • 🧱 Holding analogous posts in the Civil Engineering Department; OR
  • 🧱 Holding the post of Superintending Engineer (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering in the scale of pay ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 (pre–revised ₹24,900 – ₹50,500; pre–pre revised ₹13,000 – ₹18,250) with 3 years’ regular service in the grade in a Major Port Authority; OR
  • 🧱 Superintending Engineer (and equivalent) with 2 years’ regular service in the grade and a combined regular service of 7 years in the scales:
    • ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 (pre–revised ₹20,600 – ₹46,500; pre–pre revised ₹10,750 – ₹16,750)
    • and ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 (pre–revised ₹24,900 – ₹50,500; pre–pre revised ₹13,000 – ₹18,250)
    in the Civil Engineering Department of a Major Port Authority.

📨 Eligibility for Deputation

For deputation, officers from Government/PSUs/Autonomous Bodies:

  • 🧱 Holding analogous posts; OR
  • 🧱 Holding the post of Superintending Engineer (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering in the scale ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 with 3 years’ regular service in the grade.

⭐ Selection is by merit, and the benchmark in overall APAR/ACR grading shall not be below “Very Good”.

🖥️ How to Apply – Step–by–Step

1️⃣ Online Application (OAP) – Mandatory

  • 🌐 Candidates must register and apply through the Online Application Portal (OAP) of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways: http://onlinevacancy.shipmin.nic.in
  • 🚫 No application other than OAP will be accepted.

2️⃣ Submission of Printed Application & Documents

After submitting the online application, candidates must take a printout of the filled–in form and submit it through proper channel with required documents.

  • 📸 Affix two recent passport–size photographs on the right–hand corner of the printout.
  • 📑 Attach self–attested copies of:
    • Educational certificates
    • Experience certificates
    • Age proof
  • 📂 Enclose the following mandatory documents:
    1. 📄 Duly attested APARs/ACRs for the last 5 years (2021–22 to 2025–26) – Each page attested by an officer not below the rank of Dy. HoD. – If APAR for any year is not available, a “No Report Certificate” must be furnished with preceding years’ APARs.
    2. 📜 Attested copies of all relevant certificates.
    3. 📨 No–Objection Certificate (NOC) from the respective Port.
    4. ✍️ An undertaking by the applicant that he/she will not withdraw if selected.
    5. 🏢 Certificate by Head of Office (Annexure–II).
    6. 🛡️ Vigilance/Administrative Clearance in the prescribed format (Annexure–III).

3️⃣ Address for Sending Hard Copy

📮 The complete application with enclosures must reach:

The Secretary,
Paradip Port Authority,
Administrative Office Building,
Paradip, Dist. Jagatsinghpur,
Odisha – 754142

🗓️ It must reach on or before 18 June 2026.

⚖️ Disciplinary / Vigilance Aspects

  • 📁 If any major or minor penalty has been imposed on the applicant during the last 10 years, details of the disciplinary case and documents must be forwarded along with the application.
  • 🛡️ Administrative Ports must ensure that Vigilance / Administrative clearance is properly furnished in the prescribed format (Annexure–III).
  • 🧾 The Head of Office must certify integrity, absence of disciplinary/vigilance cases, and correctness of particulars (Annexure–II).

📌 Important Conditions & Rejection Criteria

  • 🚫 Advance copies received directly by Paradip Port will not be considered unless the proper–channel application is received within 15 days from the last date.
  • ⛔ Incomplete applications or those received after the due date will not be considered.
  • 📤 Applications not routed through proper channel will be rejected.
  • ⚙️ Management reserves the right to modify, cancel, or change the recruitment process without assigning any reason.
  • 🚫 An officer who withdraws candidature after selection will be debarred for 2 years from future selections to this post.

🧾 Annexure–II – Certificate by Head of Office (Key Points)

Head of Office must certify that:

  • ✅ Particulars furnished by the applicant are correct and he/she fulfils eligibility criteria.
  • 🛡️ No disciplinary/vigilance case is pending or contemplated; candidate is free from vigilance angle.
  • 🤝 Integrity is certified.
  • 🚫 No major/minor penalty imposed in the last 10 years.
  • 📄 Attested APARs/ACRs for last 5 years are enclosed.
  • 📜 Qualification and caste certificates have been verified and found correct.

🛡️ Annexure–III – Vigilance Clearance (Key Information)

Vigilance/Comments clearance form includes:

  • 👤 Name, Employee No., Father’s Name, Date of Birth, Date of Retirement, Date of Entry into Service.
  • 🏢 Service details, cadre, batch, etc.
  • 📜 Positions held during last 10 years with organization, designation, ministry/department, and tenure.
  • 🧾 Whether officer is on “Agreed List” or “List of Officers of Doubtful Integrity”.
  • ⚖️ Details of any vigilance–angle allegations, punishments, disciplinary/criminal proceedings, or contemplated action.
  • ✍️ Signed by CVO/HOD with date.

🧠 Tips for Eligible Officers

  • 📚 Ensure your APARs/ACRs for the last 5 years are “Very Good” or above.
  • 📊 Highlight major port & marine structure projects handled in your CV/service profile.
  • 📁 Coordinate early with your Head of Office & Vigilance for timely clearances.
  • 🕒 Do not wait till the last date for OAP registration and forwarding of hard copy.
  • 🧾 Double–check all scales of pay, service length, and eligibility as per RR before applying.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

📌 What is the post advertised by Paradip Port Authority?
The notification is for the post of Deputy Chief Engineer (Civil) (Dy. HOD) in the Civil Engineering Department of Paradip Port Authority, to be filled by absorption through composite method from eligible officers of Major Port Authorities.
💰 What is the pay scale for Dy. Chief Engineer (Civil)?
The post carries the IDA pay scale of ₹80,000 – ₹2,20,000 (with reference to pre–revised and pre–pre revised scales as mentioned in the Recruitment Rules).
🎓 What are the essential qualifications and experience required?
Candidates must possess a Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering from a recognized university/institution and have 12 years’ experience in the executive cadre in planning, construction, design, or maintenance, preferably of port & marine structures in an industrial/commercial/Government undertaking.
🧭 Who is eligible under the absorption through composite method?
Officers of Major Port Authorities holding analogous posts or serving as Superintending Engineer (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering with the required scale of pay and prescribed years of regular and combined service, as detailed in the Recruitment Rules, are eligible for consideration under the composite method.
🖥️ How do I apply for this post?
You must first apply through the Online Application Portal (OAP) at http://onlinevacancy.shipmin.nic.in. After online submission, take a printout, affix photographs, attach self–attested documents, APARs/ACRs, NOC, Head of Office certificate, and Vigilance clearance, and forward it through proper channel to the Secretary, Paradip Port Authority, so as to reach on or before 18 June 2026.
📨 Will advance copies sent directly to Paradip Port be considered?
Advance copies received directly will not be considered unless the application through proper channel is received within 15 days from the last date of receipt of application. If proper–channel application is not received in time, the candidature will be rejected.
⚠️ What happens if I withdraw my candidature after selection?
If an officer withdraws his/her candidature after being selected, he/she will be debarred for 2 years from future selections to this post in Paradip Port Authority.
🛡️ What kind of vigilance/disciplinary information must be provided?
The forwarding authority must provide details of any major/minor penalties in the last 10 years, any disciplinary or criminal proceedings, complaints with vigilance angle, and whether the officer is on the “Agreed List” or “List of Officers of Doubtful Integrity”, all in the prescribed Vigilance Clearance format (Annexure–III).
📅 What is the crucial date for determining eligibility?
The crucial date for determining eligibility is the last date of receipt of application, i.e., 18 June 2026, as per MoPSW letter No. A‑29018/4/2018‑PE‑I dated 11.08.2021.
📂 Can incomplete or late applications be considered?
No. Incomplete applications, applications received after the due date, or applications not routed through proper channel will not be considered under any circumstances.

🌐 Conclusion

🏗️ The Dy. Chief Engineer (Civil) (Dy. HOD) position at Paradip Port Authority is a prestigious leadership role for senior Civil Engineering professionals serving in Major Port Authorities and related organizations. With a high–end pay scale, strategic responsibilities in port & marine infrastructure, and a merit–based selection process, this opportunity is ideal for officers aiming to advance to top–tier port management roles.

🚀 Eligible officers who meet the Recruitment Rules, possess strong APAR/ACR records, and have substantial experience in port & marine civil works should apply through the OAP portal and ensure timely forwarding of their applications through proper channel before 18 June 2026.