MoPSW Mumbai Port Deputy Chairperson Recruitment 2026

About This Job

MoPSW has reopened the application window for 1 Deputy Chairperson post at Mumbai Port Authority, Mumbai. Senior officers from All India Services, Central Services, UT Administration, and Major Ports can apply through the Online Application Portal and proper channel. The last date to apply under the reopened window is 3 July 2026. The role is on deputation for 5 years, and pay continues as per the officer's existing service rules.

Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Deputy Chairperson Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways has issued a vacancy circular for the post of Deputy Chairperson in Mumbai Port Authority. The Deputy Chairperson works as the Deputy Chief Executive of the port authority and supports the Chairperson in administrative, financial, operational, and development matters. The application window has been opened again till 3 July 2026, so officers who missed the earlier 28 May 2026 deadline can apply now.

Who Can Apply?

All India Services, Central Services and UT Administration Officers

• Service requirement: You must have at least 13 years of regular Group A service.
• Appointment terms: The selected officer will be appointed as per Central Government rules and instructions.
• Service left: You should have 2 years or more service left as on the vacancy date or closing date, whichever is later.

Major Port Officers

• Route 1: At least 2 years as Deputy Chairperson in a Category-II Port.
• Route 2: 6 years combined service as Head of Department or above in any Major Port Authority, with at least 1 year as Deputy Chairperson in a Category-II Port.
• Route 3: 9 years as Head of Department in any Major Port Authority.
• Kamarajar Port Limited: Employees holding equivalent posts with matching pay scale and service length can also be considered.

Salary

• Pay protection: The notification says the selected officer will continue to receive salary, allowances and other service benefits as per the rules of their existing service.
• Deputation basis: The post is not part of the Central Staffing Scheme and will be filled on deputation for 5 years.
• Allowances: Allowances and benefits will follow the applicable Central, State, UT or Major Port service rules.

Application Fee

• Application fee: No application fee is mentioned in the vacancy circular.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

The circular does not mention a written exam. Selection will be based on the officer's service profile, eligibility, APAR record and clearance documents.

1. Application scrutiny: The Ministry will check service eligibility, experience and remaining service.
2. APAR review: The benchmark in the last five years of Annual Performance Appraisal Reports should not be below Very Good.
3. Clearance review: Integrity, administrative clearance and vigilance clearance must be submitted through proper channel.
4. Final appointment: Appointment is made by the Central Government under the Major Port Authorities Act, 2021.

How to Apply

1. Go to the Online Application Portal at onlinevacancy.shipmin.nic.in.
2. Register yourself and fill in the online application for the Deputy Chairperson, Mumbai Port Authority post.
3. Take a printout of the online application after submission.
4. Forward the printed application through proper channel with all required documents.
5. Send the application to Under Secretary (PHRD), Ministry of Shipping, Room No. 438, Transport Bhawan, 1 Parliament Street, New Delhi-110001.
6. You may also use the official email mentioned in the circular: usphrd-psw@gov.in.
7. Make sure the reopened application reaches the Ministry before 3 July 2026.

Important Dates

• Original Vacancy Circular: 15 April 2026
• Original Last Date: 28 May 2026
• Application Window Reopened: 19 June 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 3 July 2026
• Crucial Date for Eligibility: 17 September 2026
• Exam Date: Not applicable

• Assist the Chairperson in overall port administration and daily decision-making
• Supervise departments and keep port operations aligned with approved plans
• Handle financial and administrative powers assigned to the Deputy Chairperson
• Coordinate with State Government, customs, railways, labour authorities and other agencies
• Prepare and monitor broad development plans for Mumbai Port Authority
• Manage personnel matters and support work in a highly unionised environment