Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Recruitment 2026 – Deputy Director (Engineering) Post | Deputation Basis
Posted: Sun May 31, 2026 7:12 am
Quick Highlights: Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways has invited applications for 1 post of Deputy Director (Engineering) on deputation basis. No application fee mentioned. Last date is within 60 days from the date of publication in Employment News.
>> Visit Official Website: shipmin.gov.in
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About the Organisation
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (Pattan, Pot Parivahan aur Jalmarg Mantralaya) is a key central government ministry operating under the Government of India (Bharat Sarkar). It is responsible for policy-making, planning, and development of ports, shipping, and inland waterways across the country.
The ministry is headquartered at Transport Bhawan, 1 Parliament Street, New Delhi – 110001. It plays a vital role in boosting India's maritime trade, improving port infrastructure, and developing national waterway connectivity.
The ministry oversees major port trusts, shipping corporations, and waterway development authorities. It works closely with state governments and private players to strengthen India's blue economy.
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Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 01
Post Name: Deputy Director (Engineering)
Department: Development Wing, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Post Type: General Central Service Group 'A' Gazetted Non-Ministerial
Pay Level: Level-11 as per 7th CPC
Mode of Recruitment: Deputation (including short-term contract)
Work Location: New Delhi
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Eligibility Criteria
Salary
Pay Level-11 as per 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix. Exact salary figures are not separately mentioned — pay will be as per deputation terms and the candidate's existing pay level.
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Job Responsibilities
Important Dates
Application Fee
Not mentioned in official notification.
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Required Documents
How to Apply
Under Secretary (Administration)
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Room No. 439, Transport Bhawan
1, Parliament Street, New Delhi – 110001
Tel: 011-23356711
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Important Instructions
Official Links
>> Visit Official Website: shipmin.gov.in
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About the Organisation
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (Pattan, Pot Parivahan aur Jalmarg Mantralaya) is a key central government ministry operating under the Government of India (Bharat Sarkar). It is responsible for policy-making, planning, and development of ports, shipping, and inland waterways across the country.
The ministry is headquartered at Transport Bhawan, 1 Parliament Street, New Delhi – 110001. It plays a vital role in boosting India's maritime trade, improving port infrastructure, and developing national waterway connectivity.
The ministry oversees major port trusts, shipping corporations, and waterway development authorities. It works closely with state governments and private players to strengthen India's blue economy.
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Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 01
Post Name: Deputy Director (Engineering)
Department: Development Wing, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Post Type: General Central Service Group 'A' Gazetted Non-Ministerial
Pay Level: Level-11 as per 7th CPC
Mode of Recruitment: Deputation (including short-term contract)
Work Location: New Delhi
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Eligibility Criteria
- Candidate must be a serving officer from Central/State Government, PSUs, or other eligible organizations
- Must meet the qualifications and experience criteria as specified in the official application form available on the ministry website
- Post is on deputation basis including short-term contract
- Full eligibility details, qualifications, and experience requirements can be downloaded from www.shipmin.gov.in under the "Vacancies" link in the "Orders" section
Salary
Pay Level-11 as per 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix. Exact salary figures are not separately mentioned — pay will be as per deputation terms and the candidate's existing pay level.
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Job Responsibilities
- Handling engineering and development work under the Development Wing of the Ministry
- Assisting in planning, execution, and monitoring of port and waterway infrastructure projects
- Coordinating with technical teams, state agencies, and port authorities
- Preparing technical reports, project notes, and official correspondence
- Any other duties as assigned by the ministry as per the post requirements
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 22 April 2026
- Last Date to Apply: Within 60 days from the date of publication in Employment News
- Exact closing date depends on the Employment News publication date — check the official notification for confirmation
Application Fee
Not mentioned in official notification.
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Required Documents
- Duly filled application form (available on official website)
- All supporting documents as specified in the application form
- Documents to be forwarded through proper channel by the parent department
- Refer to the official notification and application form for complete document list
How to Apply
- Download the application form from www.shipmin.gov.in under "Vacancies" in the "Orders" section
- Fill the form completely and attach all required documents
- Applications must be sent through proper channel by the parent department
- Send the application within 60 days from the date of publication of this circular in Employment News
Under Secretary (Administration)
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Room No. 439, Transport Bhawan
1, Parliament Street, New Delhi – 110001
Tel: 011-23356711
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Important Instructions
- Applications must be routed through proper channel only — direct applications may not be considered
- Incomplete applications or those received after the last date will not be entertained
- The deputation period shall be three years
- Qualifications, experience, and application form details are available on the official website
- Read the full official circular before applying
Official Links
- Official Website: https://www.shipmin.gov.in
- Vacancy Circular No.: A-12025/1/2026-Estt.I
- Notification: Employment News dated 22 April 2026 / Ministry official website under Orders > Vacancies
- Contact: Tel: 011-23356711