Overview
Mumbai Port Authority has released a recruitment notification for the post of Principal Advisor (Port), purely on contract basis. Eligible candidates can apply before 4 December 2026 (last date for receipt of applications).
Key Details
- Organization
- Mumbai Port Authority
- Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University, with experience as a retired Port/Government/PSU Officer at HoD level or above
- Advertisement No
- HR/CON. 09/2026
- Last date to apply
- 4 December 2026 (last date for receipt of applications)
Important Dates
| Last Date | 4 December 2026 (last date for receipt of applications) |
| Advertisement dated | 4 November 2026 |
| Last date for receipt of applications | 4 December 2026 |
Important Links
- Official NotificationOpen Link
Eligibility
Post: Vacancies | Pay Principal Advisor (Port): Not specified in the notice | Rs.1,80,000/- per month plus Transport Allowance of Rs.35,000/- per month
Age Limit
The upper age limit is 65 years, relaxable as per Board approved Guidelines. The notice does not give the details of the relaxation.
Selection Process
The notice says that, depending on the response, the Administration reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates called for a written examination and/or interview. The notice does not describe the syllabus, marks or dates of either stage. No TA/DA is paid for appearing in a written examination or interview, if called. Decisions on eligibility, shortlisting and engagement are final, and no representation will be entertained.
Important Instructions
• Selected candidates must submit a discharge/relieving letter from their employer at joining; without it they will not be allowed to join. • Engagement is subject to medical fitness, service and contract rules of MbPA, and police verification of antecedents. • The selected person may not take up any other assignment during the engagement and is governed by the Official Secrets Act, 1923. • Records of the assignment must be handed over before the contract expires and before final payment. • Canvassing in any form disqualifies the candidate. • MbPA may change the number of vacancies or any clause, or cancel the recruitment at any stage, without assigning reasons. • Updates and corrigenda appear only on www.mumbaiport.gov.in; no separate communication is sent to applicants. Legal disputes fall under Mumbai courts only.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for MbPA Principal Advisor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline?
Last Date: 4 December 2026 (last date for receipt of applications); Advertisement dated: 4 November 2026; Last date for receipt of applications: 4 December 2026
What is the age limit?
Upper age limit 65 years (relaxable as per Board approved Guidelines)
What is the selection process?
The notice says that, depending on the response, the Administration reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates called for a written examination and/or interview. The notice does not describe the syllabus, marks or dates of either stage. No TA/DA is paid for appearing in a written examination or interview, if called. Decisions on eligibility, shortlisting and engagement are final, and no representation will be entertained.