Mumbai Port Authority has published advertisement DR- 21 dated 14 October 2026 for 6 Class I posts by direct recruitment: Catering Officer, Senior Welfare Officer, Deputy Manager (Welfare) and Deputy Director. Pay runs from Rs 50,000 to Rs 1,80,000 depending on the post. Selection is through a written examination and/or a personal interview. Applications are offline and should reach Mumbai not later than 16 November 2026.
Official notice (PDF): Mumbai Port Authority advertisement DR- 21
There are four posts, 6 vacancies in all, each shown as UR. The notice asks for work experience in each post, from 3 years for Catering Officer up to 9 years for Deputy Manager (Welfare). There is no online form. A candidate prepares an application in the prescribed format, adds the listed documents and the fee proof, and sends it in an envelope to the HR Division at Port House, Ballard Estate. The notice prints no exam or interview date.
Key details
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Mumbai Port Authority (MbPA) |
| Advertisement number | DR- 21 |
| Notice date | 14 October 2026 |
| Posts | Catering Officer, Senior Welfare Officer, Deputy Manager (Welfare), Deputy Director |
| Total posts | 6 Class I posts, all UR |
| Pay | Rs 50,000 to Rs 1,80,000, depending on the post |
| How to apply | Offline, in an envelope to the address below |
| Last date | 16 November 2026 |
| Telephone for queries | 022-66564018/4009 |
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice date | 14 October 2026 |
| Date for determining age and eligibility | 1 October 2026 |
| Last date for applications to reach | 16 November 2026 |
| Written examination | Not given in the notice |
| Personal interview | Not given in the notice |
Post-wise vacancies and pay
| Post | Vacancies | Pay scale | Total emoluments per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catering Officer | 1 (UR) | Rs 50,000 to Rs 1,60,000 | Approximately Rs 94,500 |
| Senior Welfare Officer | 2 (UR) | Rs 50,000 to Rs 1,60,000 | Approximately Rs 94,500 |
| Deputy Manager (Welfare) | 2 (UR) | Rs 60,000 to Rs 1,80,000 | Approximately Rs 1,13,000 |
| Deputy Director | 1 (UR) | Rs 50,000 to Rs 1,60,000 | Approximately Rs 94,500 |
The vacancy total printed in the notice is 06 Class I posts.
Eligibility
Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Catering Officer | (i) A degree from a recognised University. (ii) A diploma in Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition from the Institute of Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition, Mumbai or an equivalent qualification. |
| Senior Welfare Officer and Deputy Manager (Welfare) | (i) A degree from a recognised University (for Senior Welfare Officer, University/ Institution). (ii) A degree or diploma in Social Science from a recognised University/ Institution. |
| Deputy Director | (i) Degree in Economics or Statistics or Mathematics from a recognized university/ institution. |
Experience and desirable qualifications
| Post | Experience | Desirable |
|---|---|---|
| Catering Officer | 3 years’ experience in the line. | Experience in Social Welfare work. |
| Senior Welfare Officer | 5 years’ experience as a labour Welfare Officer/ Industrial Relations Officer in an Industrial/ Commercial/ Govt. Undertaking. | Not listed |
| Deputy Manager (Welfare) | 9 years’ experience as a Labour Welfare Officer/ Industrial Relations Officer in an Industrial/ Commercial/ Govt. Undertaking. | Not listed |
| Deputy Director | Five years executive experience in planning or in collection, compilation and interpretation of data or in conducting field surveys, investigations etc. | (i) Post Graduate degree/diploma in Economics or Statistics or Mathematics or Operational Research and allied subjects from a recognized university/ Institution. (ii) Knowledge of computer operations. |
The qualification list for Senior Welfare Officer and for Deputy Manager (Welfare) also includes Knowledge of Marathi.
The notice names the crucial date for determining eligibility as 1 October 2026.
Nationality
The nationality rule lists a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal and a subject of Bhutan, among other options.
Age limit
| Post | Age limit as on 1 October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Catering Officer | Above 18 years, below 30 years |
| Senior Welfare Officer and Deputy Director | Above 21 years, below 35 years |
| Deputy Manager (Welfare) | Above 21 years, below 40 years |
Relaxation in the upper age limit
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Persons With Benchmark Disability | 10 years |
| Ex-servicemen | Maximum relaxation of five years in the upper age limit |
| Existing employees of any Major Port Authority | Up to 55 years of age |
Reservation
While there is no reservation, SC/ST/OBC candidates may apply, but will not be eligible for any relaxation.
Application fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR | Rs 500 |
| PwBD | No fee |
The notice says the fee needs to be paid in the form of Postal Order or Demand Draft or online transfer/ internet banking. It adds that a fee once paid will not be refunded on any account.
Selection process and interview
- Written examination and/or personal interview: the notice says selection will be through a competitive written examination and/or personal interview.
- Medical examination: a selected candidate will have to undergo a medical examination.
The notice gives no exam pattern, negative marking or qualifying marks.
How to apply
- Prepare the application in the prescribed format.
- Apply separately for each post, with a separate application fee for each application.
- Enclose the documents listed below and the fee proof.
- Put the application in an envelope marked with the post applied for, and address it to: Sr. Dy. Secretary, HR Division, General Administration Department, Port House, 2nd Floor, Shoorji Vallabhdas Marg, Ballard Estate, Mumbai-400001.
- Make sure it reaches the address not later than 16 November 2026.
Documents the notice asks for
- Self-attested copy of Proof of Date of Birth
- Self attested copy of Photo Identify Proof
- Mark-sheets & certificates of educational qualifications
- Experience certificates issued by Competent Authority
- Self-attested copy of Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Copy of Disability Certificate issued by the competent authority (if applicable)
- Postal Order or Demand Draft, or receipt of online transfer, for the fee
Points to check before applying
- Age is counted as on 1 October 2026, and the notice calls the same date crucial for determining eligibility.
- A candidate who wants more than one post needs a separate application and a separate fee for each.
- The notice says the fee is not refunded on any account.
- The notice asks for applications to reach by 16 November 2026, not only to be sent by then.
- Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the Mumbai Port Authority DR- 21 posts?
Applications should reach the Sr. Dy. Secretary, HR Division, not later than 16 November 2026.
How many vacancies does the Mumbai Port Authority notice have?
It advertises 6 Class I posts: 1 Catering Officer, 2 Senior Welfare Officers, 2 Deputy Managers (Welfare) and 1 Deputy Director.
What is the application fee?
UR candidates pay Rs 500 in the form of Postal Order or Demand Draft or online transfer/ internet banking, and PwBD candidates pay no fee.
What is the pay for Deputy Manager (Welfare)?
The pay scale is Rs 60,000 to Rs 1,80,000, with total emoluments of approximately Rs 1,13,000 per month.
How does selection work?
It is through a competitive written examination and/or personal interview, followed by a medical examination for a selected candidate.