Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port in Kolkata needs one Deputy Chief Engineer for its Kolkata Dock System. The post is in the Civil Engineering Department, and its pay scale is Rs. 80,000 to Rs. 2,20,000. It is being filled through absorption, so it is aimed at suitable serving officers.
There are two deadlines: 2 December 2026 for the online form, and 17 December 2026 for the paper set. See entry-level openings on our Latest Jobs page.
SMP Kolkata Post: Overview
| What | Details |
|---|---|
| Post | Deputy Chief Engineer (Dy. HoD) |
| Openings | 1 |
| Pay | Rs. 80,000 to Rs. 2,20,000 |
| Eligibility Date | 1 February 2027 |
| Online Form Closes | 2 December 2026 |
Latest Recruitment Update
The port issued this circular on 3 November 2026 to all Major Port Authorities. The post will fall vacant on 1 February 2027, so the port is starting the process early.
Important Dates
| Step | Date |
|---|---|
| Portal Opens | 3 November 2026 |
| Online Form Closes | 2 December 2026 |
| Paper Set Must Reach | 17 December 2026 |
Vacancy and Category-wise Details
There is one post, and no category split.
What Does Absorption Mean?
Normally, a fresh candidate applies and joins after an exam. Absorption is different. An officer already serving in a suitable organisation moves over and becomes a part of the new one. So this is not a job for students or freshers.
Who Can Apply?
The rules are in Annexure I of the PDF, which is a scan of the official Gazette. Please read it directly if you think you may qualify. It explains the qualification and experience needed for this level.
Educational Qualification
Because the department is Civil Engineering, the rules relate to that field. We have not listed exact degree rules here, since the scanned annexure is the official source.
Age Limit and Application Fee
The covering letter does not mention a fee. Age and other conditions are checked on 1 February 2027, as per the rules.
Salary Details
The pay scale is Rs. 80,000 to Rs. 2,20,000. In older terms, this was Rs. 32,900 to Rs. 58,000.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
A Service Selection Committee will review the candidates. Its recommendation then goes to the Ministry for approval, since the central government is the appointing authority at this level. No written exam is mentioned.
How to Apply
Step 1: Online. Register on the Ministry’s portal, and fill in the application.
Step 2: On paper. Print the application, and collect these:
- ACRs or APARs of 5 years, attested on each page.
- Attested proof of education and work.
- A No Objection Certificate from your port.
- An undertaking that you will not withdraw if selected.
- Vigilance clearance, with penalties of the last ten years.
- Two self-attested photos.
Step 3: Send. Your own port forwards it to the Secretary, SMP Kolkata, 15 Strand Road, Kolkata – 700001. Write the post name on the envelope.
Do Not Withdraw After Selection
This rule is strict. If you are a port official and you withdraw after selection, you could be barred from Dy. HoD selections in all major ports for two years. So please be sure before you apply.
For Young Civil Engineers
Are you studying civil engineering? Ports are large employers, with work on docks, roads and buildings. A post like this usually comes after many years of service. You could look out for port trainee and engineer recruitments in the future. This is general guidance.
About the Port
This port is one of India’s oldest, and it started in 1870. It was earlier called Kolkata Port Trust, and got its present name in 2020. It has two main parts, the Kolkata Dock System and the Haldia Dock Complex. It works under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, which runs the online application portal used here.
Things Officers Often Forget
- The paper set goes through your own port, and you should not simply post it yourself.
- Each page of your yearly reports must be attested by an officer of Deputy HOD rank or above.
- You need to explain any temporary or ad-hoc service, and when it became regular.
Leave plenty of time, as the 17 December date is for receipt.
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Circular PDF | Click Here |
| Apply on Portal | Click Here |
| Port Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a fresh graduate apply?
No. This is a senior post, filled by absorption.
Is online application enough?
No. A paper set must also reach through your port.
What is the Kolkata Dock System?
It is one of the port’s two main dock units, and this post belongs there.
Who is the final appointing authority?
The Central Government.