Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), the major container port located at Navi Mumbai in Maharashtra, has announced recruitment for the post of Legal Expert. There is a single vacancy, and the engagement is purely on a contract basis. The selected candidate will handle litigation management, legal advisory, contract negotiation and drafting, and regulatory compliance for the port authority, advising the management on court cases and coordinating with departments and ministries on legal matters.
JNPA Recruitment 2026 - Legal Expert Post
Posted 30 Sept 2026Updated 30 Sept 2026
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
09 Oct
Closed
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Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 09 Oct 2026
- Notification22 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed09 Oct
About JNPA Legal Expert Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority
- Post Name
- Legal Expert
- Job Location
- Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply; no domicile restriction is specified)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 45 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- 10 years' work experience in the Legal wing of Corporates.
- Pay Scale
- INR 1,60,000 per month (consolidated)
- Tenure
- 1 year from the date of joining
- Notice Period
- 1 month advance notice before leaving the contract engagement
Vacancy Breakdown
Legal Expert
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Legal Expert | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Legal Expert - Qualification and Experience
Essential: Degree in Law from a recognized National / International University. Desirable: Master's degree in Corporate / Maritime Law from a recognized National / International University; Post Graduate Degree / Diploma in HR Management. Essential experience: 10 years' work experience in the Legal wing of Corporates with a proven track record in contract negotiation and drafting, and in-depth experience in Litigation Management, Legal Advisory, Drafting and vetting of commercial contracts, MOU, BGs, tender vetting, Labour matters, Conveyancing, Land Acquisition and title verification, regulatory, sectoral and environmental compliance, preferably relating to the port and infrastructure sector. Desirable experience: experience in Ports and Shipping Sector; practising experience as an Advocate.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Legal Expert - Qualification and Experience | Essential: Degree in Law from a recognized National / International University. Desirable: Master's degree in Corporate / Maritime Law from a recognized National / International University; Post Graduate Degree / Diploma in HR Management. Essential experience: 10 years' work experience in the Legal wing of Corporates with a proven track record in contract negotiation and drafting, and in-depth experience in Litigation Management, Legal Advisory, Drafting and vetting of commercial contracts, MOU, BGs, tender vetting, Labour matters, Conveyancing, Land Acquisition and title verification, regulatory, sectoral and environmental compliance, preferably relating to the port and infrastructure sector. Desirable experience: experience in Ports and Shipping Sector; practising experience as an Advocate. |
Age Limit
Maximum 45 years as on the last date for receipt of application (09-10-2026)
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation will be as per government rules.
Selection Process
- 1Interview
Management may restrict the number of candidates called for interview based on qualification and relevant experience; the interview is held at the candidate's own cost.
- 2Document Verification
Verification of the documents establishing eligibility, held at the candidate's own cost.
Salary Structure
INR 1,60,000 per month (consolidated)
How to Apply
- 1Fill the application form available in the career section of the JNPA website.
- 2Attach self-attested copies of the documents required for determining eligibility.
- 3Superscribe on the envelope "Application for engagement of Legal Expert on contract basis".
- 4Send the completed application to Central Registry, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority, Administration Building, Sheva, Navi Mumbai 400 707.
- 5Ensure the application reaches JNPA before the last date of application, 09.10.2026.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested proof of date of birth
•Self-attested copies of educational and other qualification certificates
•Recent passport size photographs
•Details of employment and experience in chronological order
Important Details
- The engagement is purely on contract basis and does not confer any right to claim regular appointment or any right at par with regular employees of the port.
- No retired officers or deputationists will be engaged.
- The appointment is subject to the candidate being found medically fit as per JNPA requirements.
- The selected candidate cannot take up any other assignment during the contract period, must not leave headquarters without prior permission, and is governed by the Official Secrets Act, 1923.
- No travelling, boarding or lodging expenses are admissible to candidates for participating in the selection process or for joining at the place of posting.
- Residential quarters on the port may be provided as per availability on payment of user charges.
- The crucial date for determining qualification, experience and age is the last date for receipt of application.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Responsible for court cases and advising the management on the right perspective for pursuing cases
- Responsible for managing a team, establishing goals and objectives, managing performance and deliverables, and developing and mentoring staff
- Advise and act on legal risk, policy development, litigation management, regulatory competence and contract negotiation
- Coordinate with relevant departments and Ministries for formulation and implementation of service policies
Terms of Contract Engagement
- Tenure of contract is 1 year from the date of joining
- Weekly day off, closed holidays, national holidays and casual leave as applicable to regular officers, with prior permission of the reporting HOD
- Working days and hours on par with regular employees, including overstay beyond normal working hours in exigencies
- JNPA may terminate the contract at any time without notice
- Resignation requires 1 month advance notice; pay is forfeited if leaving without notice or acceptance of notice
- Medical treatment only at the JNPA hospital to the extent of in-house facilities, for self only
- Residential quarters on the port may be provided as per availability on payment of user charges
- Not permitted to take any other assignment during the contract period
- Governed by the Official Secrets Act, 1923
TA Entitlement on Official Tour
By Air / Rail
Entitlement: Economy Class by Air or AC-II by Train
By Road - places connected by Rail
Entitlement: Fare limited to train fare by entitled class
By Road - places not connected by Rail
Entitlement: Taxi / Own Car / Any Bus including AC Bus
Road mileage by own car / taxi
Entitlement: INR 24.00 per km
Road mileage by auto rickshaw / scooter
Entitlement: INR 12.00 per km
| Mode of Travel | Entitlement |
|---|---|
| By Air / Rail | Economy Class by Air or AC-II by Train |
| By Road - places connected by Rail | Fare limited to train fare by entitled class |
| By Road - places not connected by Rail | Taxi / Own Car / Any Bus including AC Bus |
| Road mileage by own car / taxi | INR 24.00 per km |
| Road mileage by auto rickshaw / scooter | INR 12.00 per km |
Daily Allowance
Less than 6 hours
Amount Payable: 30% of lumpsum amount
Between 6 hours and 12 hours
Amount Payable: 70% of lumpsum amount
More than 12 hours
Amount Payable: 100% of lumpsum amount
| Length of absence from HQ | Amount Payable |
|---|---|
| Less than 6 hours | 30% of lumpsum amount |
| Between 6 hours and 12 hours | 70% of lumpsum amount |
| More than 12 hours | 100% of lumpsum amount |
Hotel and Food Reimbursement
Reimbursement for hotel accommodation or guest house up to Rs 2250 + GST per day, non-AC taxi fare up to Rs 338 per diem for travel within the city, and food bills not exceeding Rs 900 + GST per day. Absence from HQ is reckoned from midnight to midnight and calculated on a per day basis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can retired officers or deputationists apply for the Legal Expert post?
No. The notification states that no retired officers or deputationists will be engaged for this assignment.
Can the selected candidate take up other work during the contract?
No. The Legal Expert is not permitted to take any other assignment during the period of contract with JNPA.
Does the contract engagement lead to a regular appointment at JNPA?
No. The engagement is purely on contract basis and does not confer any right to claim regular appointment.
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