Chennai Port Authority, the body that administers one of India's major ports on the Tamil Nadu coast, has invited applications for the post of Executive Engineer (Civil) in its Civil Engineering Department. A total of seven posts are to be filled, and the appointment will be made on absorption or deputation basis from eligible officers serving in Major Port Authorities, offering a Class I officer role in port and marine engineering works.
Chennai Port Authority Executive Engineer Recruitment 2026
Posted 10 Oct 2026Updated 10 Oct 2026RC1/1119/2026/GA
Total Vacancies
7
Last Date
22 Nov
35 days left
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Last date 22 Nov 2026 · 35 days left
- Notification09 Oct
- Applications Opentill 22 Nov
About Chennai Port Authority Executive Engineer (Civil) Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Chennai Port Authority
- Advertisement No.
- RC1/1119/2026/GA
- Post Name
- Executive Engineer (Civil)
- Job Location
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Applications are invited from eligible Officers of Major Port Authorities (except KPL))
- Job Type
- Deputation
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Five years experience in executive cadre in Planning / Construction / Design / Maintenance preferably of Port and Marine Structures in an industrial / Commercial / Govt. Undertaking
Vacancy Breakdown
Executive Engineer (Civil)
7
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Executive Engineer (Civil) | 7 |
Eligibility Details
Executive Engineer (Civil)
(i) Degree or equivalent in Civil Engg. from a recognized University. (ii) Five years experience in executive cadre in Planning / Construction / Design / Maintenance preferably of Port and Marine Structures in an industrial / Commercial / Govt. Undertaking. Or Diploma in Civil Engg. from a recognized University / Institution. Eligible Officers of Major Port Authorities possessing the prescribed qualifications and experience as mentioned in Annexure-1.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Executive Engineer (Civil) | (i) Degree or equivalent in Civil Engg. from a recognized University. (ii) Five years experience in executive cadre in Planning / Construction / Design / Maintenance preferably of Port and Marine Structures in an industrial / Commercial / Govt. Undertaking. Or Diploma in Civil Engg. from a recognized University / Institution. Eligible Officers of Major Port Authorities possessing the prescribed qualifications and experience as mentioned in Annexure-1. |
Age Limit
Upper age limit 35 years for direct recruitment; crucial date for determining eligibility is 22.11.2026
Selection Process
Selection is by absorption or deputation of eligible officers of Major Port Authorities; applications are submitted online and forwarded through the proper channel.
Salary Structure
Rs. 50000-160000 (Revised) (Pre-revised scales: Rs. 20600-46500 / Rs. 10750-16750)
How to Apply
- 1Submit the online application on the Online Application Portal of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
- 2Print out a copy of the submitted online application
- 3Attach copies of educational qualifications and experience certificates
- 4Enclose an undertaking that you will not withdraw your candidature if selected
- 5Affix a self-attested passport size photograph on the application
- 6Forward the application through the proper channel to the Secretary, Chennai Port Authority, Rajaji Salai, Chennai - 600 001 along with ACRs/APARs, willingness certificate, No Objection Certificate and vigilance clearance
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Copies of educational qualifications and experience
•Undertaking not to withdraw if selected
•Self-attested passport size photograph affixed on the application
•Photocopy of ACRs/APARs for the last 5 years attested by an officer not below the rank of Deputy Head of Department
•Willingness certificate for joining the post if selected
•No Objection Certificate of the respective Port Authority
•Vigilance/Administrative Clearance
•Veracity certificate of University certificates and recognition of degree
•Certificate if ACR/APAR for a particular year or period is not available
•Details of disciplinary case or penalty imposed in the last 10 years
•Complete service details of the applicant in Annexure-4
Important Details
- Applications are invited only from eligible officers of Major Port Authorities (except KPL) and must be routed through the proper channel to reach the Secretary, Chennai Port Authority on or before the last date.
- Applications received after the last date or without ACRs, APARs or enclosures will not be considered.
- The selected officer is appointed on absorption or deputation basis and is governed by the terms and conditions prescribed by the Central Government.
Method of Recruitment
Promotion from Assistant Engineer (Civil) in the scale of pay of Rs. 9100-15100 with 5 years regular service in the grade, failing which Assistant Engineer in the scale of pay of Rs. 9100-15100 with 2 years regular service and a combined regular service of 8 years in the scales of Rs. 9100-15100 and Rs. 8600-14800 in the respective discipline of Civil Engineering. Absorption or deputation will be of officers holding analogous posts or feeder posts with the prescribed experience in a Major Port Trust.
Contact
Phone: +91-044-2531 2000, +91-044-2536 2201
Frequently Asked Questions
Can officers from organisations other than Major Port Authorities apply?
No. Applications are invited only from eligible officers of Major Port Authorities, except KPL.
Is the appointment permanent?
The selected officer is appointed on absorption or deputation basis and is governed by the terms and conditions prescribed by the Central Government.
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