IPA Recruitment 2025 Overview
The Indian Ports Association (IPA) has announced a significant recruitment drive for 2025, inviting applications for various Executive Level posts within the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port (SMP-Kolkata), specifically for its Kolkata Dock System (KDS) and Haldia Dock Complex (HDC). This recruitment aims to fill 41 entry-level vacancies across diverse disciplines such as Finance, Civil Engineering, Administration & Traffic, and Estate Management. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online, with the tentative window for registration and fee payment opening on June 30, 2025, and closing on July 30, 2025.
Organization Details
The recruitment is being conducted by the Indian Ports Association (IPA) on behalf of the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata, for its two dock systems:
- Hiring Body: Indian Ports Association (IPA)
- On behalf of: Kolkata Dock System (KDS) and Haldia Dock Complex (HDC) of SMP-Kolkata
- Total Number of Posts: 41
- Job Location: Kolkata Dock System (KDS) and Haldia Dock Complex (HDC)
Vacancy Breakdown for IPA Recruitment 2025
A total of 41 executive level posts are available across various disciplines. The distribution is as follows:
| Discipline / Post Group | Total Vacancies |
| Finance Discipline | 08 |
| Accounts Officer, Grade – I | 06 |
| Assistant Manager, Finance Division | 02 |
| Civil Engineering Discipline | 14 |
| Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) | 09 |
| Assistant Manager, Infrastructure & Civic Facilities Division | 05 |
| Administration & Traffic Discipline | 15 |
| Assistant Manager, Administration Division | 01 |
| Assistant Manager, Personnel & Industrial Relations Division | 01 |
| Assistant Personnel Officer, Grade- I | 02 |
| Assistant Secretary, Grade – I | 02 |
| Assistant Manager, Traffic Operations (Railways) Division | 01 |
| Assistant Manager, Traffic Operations (Shipping & Cargo Handling) Division | 01 |
| Assistant Traffic Manager, Grade – I | 07 |
| Estate Management Discipline | 04 |
| Assistant Estate Manager, Grade-I | 04 |
| Grand Total | 41 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria regarding educational qualifications, experience, and age limits as of the closing date of the advertisement.
Educational Qualification & Experience
Finance Discipline
- Accounts Officer, Grade – I / Assistant Manager, Finance Division: Member of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India or of Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India.
Civil Engineering Discipline
- Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil): Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering from a recognised University / Institution.
- Assistant Manager, Infrastructure & Civic Facilities Division: Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering from a recognised university / Institution (4 years degree course).
Administration & Traffic Discipline
- Assistant Manager, Administration Division: Degree from a recognized university.
- Assistant Manager, Personnel & Industrial Relations Division: Degree from a recognized university/Institution.
- Assistant Personnel Officer, Grade – I: A Degree from a recognized university/ institution.
- Assistant Secretary, Grade – I: A degree from a recognized university.
- Assistant Manager, Traffic Operations (Railways) Division / Assistant Manager, Traffic Operations (Shipping & Cargo Handling) Division / Assistant Traffic Manager, Grade – I: A Degree from a recognized University.
Estate Management Discipline
- Assistant Estate Manager, Grade-I: Degree with a Post Graduate Degree/ Diploma in Architecture /Town & Country Planning or degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised university/ institution or Corporate Membership of Institution of Surveyor (India).
Age Limit
- The maximum age for all advertised entry-level positions is 30 years as on the last date of filing the application.
- Relaxation in upper age limit:
- Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST): 5 years.
- Other Backward Classes (Non-creamy layer) (OBC): 3 years.
- Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD): 10 years (15 years for SC/ST and 13 years for OBC candidates).
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Government of India rules (length of military service + 3 years).
- SC, ST, or OBC candidates applying against Unreserved (UR) category posts will not be eligible for age relaxation benefits.
- Candidates applying under age relaxation categories must submit relevant certificates.
Important Dates for IPA Recruitment 2025
Candidates should mark the following tentative dates:
| Activity | Date |
| Online Registration & Fee Payment – Start Date | June 30, 2025 |
| Online Registration & Fee Payment – Closing Date | July 30, 2025 |
| Intimation of Online Examination Dates | Approx. 21 days before the exam |
Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates for the entry-level vacancies will be placed in the Scale of Pay of Rs. 50,000-1,60,000/- (Pre-revised scale Rs. 20,600-46,500/-, pre-pre revised scale Rs. 9,100-15,100/-).
The pay package will include:
- Basic Pay
- Dearness Allowance (DA) based on IDA pattern
- Cafeteria allowances @ 35% of Basic Pay
In addition, the following benefits are admissible as per the rules of Kolkata Dock System and Haldia Dock Complex of SMP-Kolkata:
- Gratuity
- HRA or subsidized accommodation
- PF / Medical benefits
- Leave encashment
Selection Process
The selection procedure involves an online test and/or an interview.
- Online Examination: Candidates must take an online test as per the structure detailed below.
- The test will be conducted in English.
- There will be negative marking of 1/4th of the marks allotted to that question for each incorrect answer.
- Qualifying Marks:
- General Category: 40%
- OBC: 35%
- SC/ST and PwBD: 30%
- The IPA reserves the right to modify the examination structure and adjust qualifying cut-off marks.
- Tie-Breaking Policy:
- Higher marks in the Specialization section (if applicable).
- Older candidate (higher date of birth) if a tie persists.
- Interview (if applicable): Management will select candidates based on their overall performance in the Computer Based Test and/or an interview.
- Document Verification: Before joining, selected candidates must submit original documents for verification to SMPK. Failure to provide these or if documents don’t meet criteria will lead to disqualification.
The IPA reserves the right to modify the selection procedure if necessary.
Examination Structure
A. For Asst Manager (Admin) / Asst. Manager (P&IR) / Asst Personnel Officer Gr. I / Asst. Secretary Gr. I /Assistant Manager (Rlys.) /Asst. Manager (SH&CH) / Asst. Traffic Manager Gr I:
| Sl. No. | Test | Maximum Marks | Number of Questions |
| 1 | Test of Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| 2 | Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| 3 | General Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| 4 | English Language | 25 | 25 |
| Total Marks in objective Test | 100 | 100 |
B. For Accounts Officer Gr I / Asst. Manager (Finance) / Asst. Executive Engineer (Civil) / Asst. Manager (I & CF) / Asst Estate Manager Gr-I:
| Sl. No. | Test | Maximum Marks | Number of Questions |
| 1 | Questions relating to Specialization | 100 | 50 |
| 2 | Test of Reasoning | 15 | 15 |
| 3 | Quantitative Aptitude | 15 | 15 |
| 4 | General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| 5 | English Language | 15 | 15 |
| Total Marks in objective test | 160 | 110 |
How to Apply
Prospective candidates must apply online through the link provided on the Indian Ports Association website. No other means or mode of application will be accepted.
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online:
- Visit the official Indian Ports Association website.
- Navigate to the “Job Openings/Careers” section.
- Carefully read the detailed advertisement (ADVTNo.2025/SGR/09) regarding the recruitment process, eligibility criteria, online registration, fee payment, and examination pattern.
- Ensure you fulfill all stipulated criteria.
- Click on the link for online application for the Executive Level Posts in Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port.
- Register by providing the required details. Ensure the name recorded during registration is identical to the name on your authorized identity proof.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate and complete information. All details in the online application (Name, Category, Date of Birth, Address, Mobile Number, Email ID, and Examination Centre) are considered final after submission.
- Upload your photograph and signature as per the specifications. Applications without proper photograph and signature will be considered invalid.
- Pay the prescribed application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the system-generated online application form and e-receipt for future reference.
Candidates are advised to apply well before the closing date (July 30, 2025) to avoid last-minute issues like website disconnection or heavy internet traffic. The IPA is not responsible if candidates cannot submit applications by the deadline for any reason.
Application Fees
The application processing fees must be paid online during the application period.
| Category | Fee |
| Unreserved (UR) candidates | Rs.400 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | Rs.300 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Women candidates | Rs.200 |
| Ex-Servicemen and PwBD | No fee |
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