The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), an autonomous society under the Ministry of Earth Sciences based at Vasco-da-Gama in Goa, has announced recruitment for Officer posts in Administration, Finance and Accounts, and Procurement and Stores. A total of five positions are on offer on a contract basis. These are support-level officer roles that involve assisting section heads in running the Centre's administrative, financial and stores functions.
NCPOR Recruitment 2026 - Officer (Admn./F&A/P&S) Posts
- Notification01 Oct
- Applications Opentill 30 Oct
About NCPOR Officer (Admn./F&A/P&S) Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- National Centre for Polar & Ocean Research, Headland Sada
- Advertisement No.
- NCPOR/2026/08
- Post Name
- Officer (Finance & Accounts), Officer – Procurement and Stores and Officer – Administration/General Administration/Services
- Job Location
- Vasco da Gama, Goa
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Applications invited from eligible and prospective candidates of Indian National; selected candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India and outside)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 50 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 47,600 + HRA (HRA as applicable, at present 20% for the State of Goa)
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Officer (Finance & Accounts) | 2 |
| Officer – Procurement and Stores | 2 |
| Officer – Administration/General Administration/Services | 1 |
| Grand Total | 5 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Officer (Finance & Accounts)2 posts
- Qualification
- Master's Degree from recognized University
- Experience
- Three (03) years' experience preferably in Government Department / Autonomous Bodies / PSU
- Post Code
- O (F&A) – 01 & 02
- Desirable
- Master's Degree in Commerce/Business Administration (with specialization in Finance) from recognized University/Institute
- Desirable
- Completed Inter CA/ICWAI
- Desirable
- Minimum 06/04 years' experience in handling Finance and commercial Accounting preferably in Government Department/PSU/Autonomous Bodies in pay level-6/7 (7th CPC scales)
- Desirable
- Working knowledge of SAP
- Job Requirement
- To assist Head (F&A) and look after the Finance & Accounts section
Officer – Procurement and Stores2 posts
- Qualification
- Master's Degree from recognized University
- Experience
- Three (03) years' experience preferably in Government Department / Autonomous Bodies / PSU
- Post Code
- O (P&S) – 03 & 04
- Desirable
- Diploma in Material Management from recognized University/Institute
- Desirable
- Minimum 06/04 years' experience in handling procurement and stores management preferably in Government Department/PSU/Autonomous Bodies in pay level-6/7 (7th CPC scales)
- Desirable
- Working knowledge of SAP
- Job Requirement
- To assist Head (P&S) and look after the Purchase & Stores section
Officer – Administration/General Administration/Services1 post
- Qualification
- Master's Degree from recognized University
- Experience
- Three (03) year's experience preferably in Government Department / Autonomous Bodies / PSU
- Post Code
- O (A) – 05
- Desirable
- Master's Degree/Post Graduate Diploma (02 years duration) in Human Resource Management/Personnel Management/Labour Management or MSW from recognized University/Institute
- Desirable
- Minimum 06/04 years' experience in handling Administration/Establishment/Estate/General Administration preferably in Government Department/PSU/Autonomous Bodies in pay level-6/7 (7th CPC scales)
- Desirable
- Working knowledge of SAP
- Job Requirement
- To assist Head (Administration) and look after the Administration section
Age Limit
Maximum 50 years; 30.10.2026 is the cutoff date for age, qualification and experience
Age Relaxation
Age relaxable for OBC-NCL, Ex-Servicemen and PwD as per GoI norms; relevant certificate must be produced to avail relaxation.
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Screening of applications based on essential and desirable qualifications, academic record and relevant experience; the Centre may restrict the number of candidates called for interview to a reasonable limit.
- 2Interview
Screened-in candidates are called for interview and selection is based on their performance in the interview; no travelling allowance is paid.
Salary Structure
Rs. 47,600 + HRA (HRA as applicable, at present 20% for the State of Goa)
How to Apply
- 1Register on the NCPOR recruitment portal with a valid email address and activate the account through the link sent to that email
- 2Fill the online application form with correct personal, educational and contact details
- 3Upload scanned certificates, date of birth proof, experience certificates and caste or disability certificates in PDF format of 25KB to 300KB
- 4Upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature in JPG or PNG format of 10KB to 30KB
- 5Submit a separate application for each post code if applying for more than one post
- 6Review the form and submit it online before 30.10.2026, 05:00 PM IST; the form cannot be edited after final submission
- 7Retain the acknowledgement email and a printout of the submitted application for future reference
Documents to Carry / Upload
Important Details
- All posts are purely temporary and contractual and carry no claim to a regular or permanent position; the contract may be extended or curtailed periodically subject to satisfactory performance.
- The place of posting is at Goa with transfer liability to any part of India, and selected candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India and outside.
- Candidates working in Government, Public Sector Undertakings or autonomous bodies must upload a No Objection Certificate and produce it at the interview.
- Candidates applying for more than one post code must submit a separate application for each post code.
- No travelling allowance is paid for attending the interview and candidates must make their own stay arrangements.
- Online applications without legible photo, signature or scanned supporting certificates will be summarily rejected.
- Experience is counted only after completion of the essential academic qualification and must be backed by an experience certificate showing duties or testimonials from the reporting officer.
Reservation Breakup
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 4 |
| OBC | 1 |
Document Upload Specifications
- Documents must be uploaded in PDF format with a file size between 25KB and 300KB
- Photograph and signature must be in JPG or PNG format with a file size between 10KB and 30KB
- Certificates in a language other than English or Hindi need an attested translated copy
- Supporting documents for awards, affiliation, research activities or special course certificates may be uploaded under 'other document 1' and 'other document 2'
Experience Proof
Experience is counted after completion of the essential academic qualification and must be supported by an experience certificate with duties undertaken, or testimonials from the concerned reporting officer or establishment. Offer of appointment, appointment order, posting order or salary slip without joining and relieving dates is not accepted as valid proof of experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can one candidate apply for more than one post under this recruitment?
Yes. Candidates who wish to apply for more than one post must submit a separate application for each post code.
Is the NCPOR Officer recruitment a permanent government job?
No. All the positions are purely temporary and contractual, and the contract may be extended or curtailed periodically based on satisfactory performance.
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