Indian Ports Association (IPA) has announced a major recruitment drive for 41 executive-level posts at Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port (SMP), Kolkata, including Kolkata Dock System (KDS) and Haldia Dock Complex (HDC). This is a golden opportunity for CA/ICWA, Engineers, and Graduates seeking high-paying government jobs in the port sector.
📌 Last Date to Apply: 30 July 2025
✅ Stipend: ₹50,000–1,60,000 per month (IDA Pay Scale) + DA, HRA, Medical Benefits
✅ Job Location: Kolkata & Haldia
✅ Selection Process: Online Exam + Interview
🔹 Vacancy Details – SMP Kolkata Executive Posts 2025
1. Finance Discipline (8 Posts)
Accounts Officer (Gr. I) – 6 Posts
Assistant Manager (Finance) – 2 Posts
Eligibility: CA/ICWA with 2+ years of experience in finance/accounting.
2. Civil Engineering Discipline (14 Posts)
Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) – 9 Posts
Assistant Manager (Infrastructure) – 5 Posts
Eligibility: BE/B.Tech (Civil) with 2+ years of experience in port/marine structures.
3. Administration & Traffic Discipline (15 Posts)
Assistant Manager (Admin) – 1 Post
Assistant Traffic Manager (Gr. I) – 7 Posts
Assistant Personnel Officer (Gr. I) – 2 Posts
Eligibility: Graduation + PG Diploma in HR/IR/Labour Welfare (preferred).
4. Estate Management (4 Posts)
Assistant Estate Manager (Gr. I) – 4 Posts
Eligibility: Degree + PG in Architecture/Town Planning or Civil Engineering.
🔹 Eligibility Criteria
✅ Age Limit (as of 30 July 2025)
General: Max 30 Years
OBC: Max 33 Years
SC/ST: Max 35 Years
PwBD: Max 40 Years
✅ Educational Qualification
Finance Posts: CA/ICWA mandatory
Engineering Posts: BE/B.Tech in Civil Engg
Admin/Traffic Posts: Graduation + PG Diploma (Preferred)
✅ Experience Required
2+ years in executive role (Industrial/Govt/Commercial sector)
🔹 Selection Process
📝 Online Examination Pattern
For Finance & Engineering Posts
| Section | Marks | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specialization (Finance/Civil Engg) | 100 | 50 | 120 mins |
| Reasoning | 15 | 15 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 15 | 15 | |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 | |
| English Language | 15 | 15 | |
| Total | 160 | 110 |
For Admin/Traffic Posts
| Section | Marks | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 90 mins |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 | |
| English Language | 25 | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
Cut-off:
General: 40%
OBC: 35%
SC/ST/PwBD: 30%
🎤 Interview
Shortlisted candidates will face a final interview round.
🔹 How to Apply?
Visit IPA Official Website: https://www.ipa.nic.in/
Click "Recruitment" → "SMP Kolkata Executive Posts 2025"
Fill Online Form + Upload Documents
Pay Application Fee:
General/OBC: ₹400
SC/ST/Women: ₹200
PwBD/Ex-Servicemen: No Fee
Submit & Take Printout
📅 Last Date: 30 July 2025
🔹 Salary & Benefits
Basic Pay: ₹50,000–1,60,000
Allowances: DA (IDA), HRA, Medical, PF, Gratuity
Job Security: Government of India Undertaking
🔹 Important Links
🔗 Official Notification
🔗 Apply Online: https://www.ipa.nic.in/
🔹 FAQs
Q1. Can final-year students apply?
❌ No, only candidates with completed degrees + experience can apply.
Q2. Is there an interview after the online exam?
✅ Yes, shortlisted candidates will face an interview.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
📅 30 July 2025
Q4. Is there any age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen?
✅ Yes, Ex-Servicemen get additional relaxation as per Govt rules.
Q5. Can I edit my application after submission?
❌ No, details cannot be changed after submission
