The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, a Government of India ministry headquartered in New Delhi, has announced recruitment for the post of Deputy Director (Engineering) in its Development Wing, with a single vacancy to be filled on deputation including short-term contract basis. It is a Group 'A' Gazetted, Non-Ministerial position under the General Central Service, involving scrutiny of port project reports, tender documents and technical proposals, and serving officers from Central and State Governments, Major Ports, PSUs and similar bodies are eligible to apply through proper channel.
MoPSW Deputy Director Recruitment 2026
Posted 07 Oct 2026Updated 07 Oct 2026A-12025/1/2026-Estt.I-Part(1) (e 384057)
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
23 Nov
36 days left
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Last date 23 Nov 2026 · 36 days left
- Notification24 Sept
- Applications Opentill 23 Nov
About MoPSW Deputy Director Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
- Advertisement No.
- A-12025/1/2026-Estt.I-Part(1) (e 384057)
- Post Name
- Deputy Director (Engineering)
- Job Location
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Deputation
- Age Limit
- Up to 56 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- 5 years service in the grade in Level-10 (Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500) in the pay matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre or department, and 5 years experience in design, construction and maintenance of Civil Engineering works including Harbour Engineering, or in maintenance and operation of cranes, diesel locos, marine engines, winches and auxiliary machinery in a mechanical or marine workshop or organisation.
- Pay Scale
- Pay Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 - 2,08,700) as per 7th CPC
- Tenure
- Period of deputation including short-term contract shall ordinarily not exceed three years
Vacancy Breakdown
Deputy Director (Engineering)
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Deputy Director (Engineering) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Deputy Director (Engineering) - Qualification and Experience
Officers under the Central Government or State Government or Union Territory Administrations or Major Ports or public sector undertakings, or autonomous bodies or universities or recognized research organizations possessing: (a)(i) holding analogous post on regular basis in parent cadre or department; or (ii) with 5 years service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-10 (Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500) in the pay matrix or equivalent in parent cadre or department; and (b) possessing Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University or Institute; and (c) 5 years experience in the field of: (i) Design, construction and maintenance of Civil Engineering works including Harbour Engineering; or (ii) Maintenance and operation of different types of cranes, diesel locos, marine engines, winches and auxiliary machinery in a mechanical or marine workshop or organisation.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Deputy Director (Engineering) - Qualification and Experience | Officers under the Central Government or State Government or Union Territory Administrations or Major Ports or public sector undertakings, or autonomous bodies or universities or recognized research organizations possessing: (a)(i) holding analogous post on regular basis in parent cadre or department; or (ii) with 5 years service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-10 (Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500) in the pay matrix or equivalent in parent cadre or department; and (b) possessing Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University or Institute; and (c) 5 years experience in the field of: (i) Design, construction and maintenance of Civil Engineering works including Harbour Engineering; or (ii) Maintenance and operation of different types of cranes, diesel locos, marine engines, winches and auxiliary machinery in a mechanical or marine workshop or organisation. |
Age Limit
Maximum 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications
Selection Process
Selection is by deputation (including short-term contract); applications forwarded through proper channel are placed before the Selection Committee, which assesses the essential qualifications and work experience of the candidates.
Salary Structure
Pay Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 - 2,08,700) as per 7th CPC
How to Apply
- 1Download the vacancy circular and the Bio-data/Curriculum Vitae format from the Ministry's official website.
- 2Fill in the Bio-data/Curriculum Vitae form accurately in all respects.
- 3Get the application signed by the applicant and certified by the Head of Office or Employer.
- 4Prepare two copies of the signed Bio-data along with complete and up-to-date ACRs/APARs for the last 5 years attested by an officer not below the level of Under Secretary.
- 5Enclose the vigilance clearance certificate, cadre clearance, certificate of immediate relieving on selection, certificate of no major or minor penalties in the last 10 years, and the integrity certificate.
- 6Send the complete application through proper channel to the Under Secretary (Admn.), Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Room No. 439, Transport Bhawan, 1-Parliament Street, New Delhi-110001.
- 7Make sure the application reaches the Ministry within 60 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News/Rozgar Samachar.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Two copies of Bio-data/Curriculum Vitae duly signed by the applicant and certified by the Employer
•Complete and up-to-date ACRs/APARs for the last 5 years attested by an Under Secretary or equivalent officer
•Vigilance clearance certificate
•Cadre clearance and certificate ensuring immediate relieving upon selection
•Certificate regarding imposition of penalties (no major/minor penalties in the last 10 years)
•Integrity certificate
Important Details
- The post is filled by deputation (including short-term contract) in the Development Wing.
- Candidates applying for the post will not be allowed to withdraw their candidature subsequently.
- Incomplete applications, applications received after the closing date, or applications not received through proper channel will not be entertained.
- The cut-off date for determining eligibility is the last date for receipt of nominations in the Ministry, that is the 60th day from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News/Rozgar Samachar.
- Departmental officers in the feeder category who are in the direct line of promotion are not eligible for deputation consideration, and deputationists are not eligible for promotion.
- Officers already on deputation must have their applications forwarded by their parent cadre or department along with cadre clearance, vigilance clearance and integrity certificate.
Duties and Responsibilities of the Post
- Scrutiny of detailed project reports, feasibility reports and cost estimates of schemes relating to major, minor and intermediate ports and fishing harbour projects referred by other Ministries and Departments
- Examination of tender documents, specifications and proposals for civil and mechanical works of port projects
- Preparation and scrutiny of draft notes for EFC, PIB and CCEA on investment proposals
- Works relating to committees and working groups set up by the Ministry, Port Trusts or other Departments connected with major ports
- Scrutiny of R&D proposals, monitoring of ongoing R&D schemes and release of funds
- Providing technical inputs on audit paras and reports of projects audited by CAG
- Scrutiny of design, drawings and technical specifications of floating crafts, cranes and other equipment, and procurement proposals received from Major Ports, ALHW and other Ministries and Departments
Bio-data Format
Applications must be submitted in the prescribed Bio-data/Curriculum Vitae format (Annexure-II of the circular), with details of employment in chronological order, educational qualifications, present employment, emoluments drawn and achievements. The employer or cadre controlling authority must certify the particulars and confirm that no vigilance or disciplinary case is pending, integrity is certified, ACRs for the last 5 years are enclosed and no major or minor penalty has been imposed in the last 10 years.
Contact
Phone: 011-23356711
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a candidate withdraw the application after submitting it?
No. Candidates applying for the post will not be allowed to withdraw their candidature subsequently.
Can officers already on deputation apply?
Yes, but their applications must be forwarded by the parent cadre or department along with cadre clearance, vigilance clearance and integrity certificate.
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