Mumbai Port Authority Materials Manager 2026

Mumbai Port Authority is filling 1 post of Materials Manager in the pay scale of Rs. 80,000–2,20,000 through absorption via the composite method. This vacancy is open to officers of all Major Port Authorities in India who meet the prescribed qualifications. The online application window is open from 22 April 2026 to 21 May 2026 through the Ministry of Ports' Online Application Portal.

Mumbai Port Authority Materials Manager Recruitment 2026

Mumbai Port Authority (MbPA), one of India's oldest and most important major ports located at Ballard Estate, Mumbai, has a vacancy that fell vacant with effect from 20 March 2026. The post of Materials Manager (Class-I) is to be filled by absorption through composite method from officers of Major Port Authorities, as per the Recruitment Regulations of the Mumbai Port Trust Employees (Recruitment, Seniority and Promotion) Regulations, 2010. Selection is entirely merit-based — your overall APAR grading must be "Very Good" or above. This recruitment is for existing government servants in the port sector; direct recruitment is not open for this post.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Materials Manager (Class-I) — 1 post (to be filled by absorption through composite method or deputation)

Who Can Apply?

This post is open to officers of all Major Port Authorities in India fulfilling the conditions below:

Essential Qualification

• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, or Commercial Engineering from a recognized University/Institution
• At least 12 years of experience in the Executive Cadre in the field of Materials Management / Mechanical Engg. / Electrical Engg. / Commercial cadre in an Industrial/Commercial/Govt. Undertaking

Desirable Qualification

• Post Graduate Degree or Diploma in Materials Management from a recognized University/Institution

Method of Recruitment

• Absorption through composite method from officers holding analogous posts or Sr. Dy. Materials Manager and equivalent posts in Materials Management division with required years of service
• Deputation from other Government Organizations and analogous posts
• Overall grading in APARs must not be below "Very Good"

Age Limit

• Upper age limit: 45 years as of the crucial date (last date of closing applications, i.e., 21 May 2026)

Salary

• Pay Scale: Rs. 80,000 – 2,20,000 per month
• Old pay scale reference: Rs. 16000–400–20800 (pre-revision)

Application Fee

• No application fee mentioned in the notification

Selection Process

1. Merit-based screening — overall APAR grading must be "Very Good" or above for the last 5 years (2020-21 to 2024-25)
2. Applications forwarded by administrative Ports along with complete enclosures to MbPA on or before 5 June 2026
3. Final selection by the Services Selection Committee

There is no written examination for this post. Selection is entirely based on merit and service record.

How to Apply

1. Visit the Online Application Portal (OAP) of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways at http://onlinevacancy.shipmin.nic.in
2. Submit your application online between 22 April 2026 and 21 May 2026 — no other mode of application is accepted
3. Take a printout of the submitted application form uploaded in OAP and submit the hard copy to your administrative Port for onward forwarding to MbPA
4. Your administrative Port must forward your application along with all required enclosures to Mumbai Port Authority on or before 5 June 2026
5. Applications not received through the administrative Port within 15 days of the last date of receipt of applications will not be considered

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 20 April 2026
• Online Application Start Date: 22 April 2026
• Last Date for Online Application: 21 May 2026
• Last Date for Forwarding by Administrative Port to MbPA: 5 June 2026
• Crucial Date for Eligibility: 21 May 2026

• Manage the procurement, storage, and distribution of materials across the Mumbai Port Authority's operations
• Handle materials planning and inventory management for port engineering and commercial activities
• Maintain vendor relationships and coordinate with suppliers for timely delivery of materials and equipment
• Monitor material quality standards and ensure compliance with relevant specifications and regulations
• Review and approve purchase orders, contracts, and material requisitions within delegated authority
• Prepare periodic reports on materials consumption, stock levels, and procurement activities
• Support the overall supply chain and logistics function for the port's infrastructure and operational needs