Assistant Director (Engineering) – UPSC

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Quick Info

Vacancies
Vacancies: 1
Employment Type
Employment Type: Full Time
Qualification
Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University or Institute.
Experience Required
Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of experience in civil engineering/harbour works design and construction, or maintenance and operation of cranes, marine engines, and workshop machinery.
Age Limit
Age Limit: Upto 30 years
Application Mode
Application Mode: Apply Online
Deadline
Deadline:

The Assistant Director (Engineering) role in the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways focuses on technical scrutiny, harbor engineering projects, and equipment evaluation. Appointees will analyze project feasibility reports, tender documents, and marine machinery specifications for major port developments. Engineering graduates with professional experience in civil or mechanical sectors are encouraged to apply online via the UPSC portal.

  • Permanent Group B Gazetted position headquartered in New Delhi.
  • Duties involve technical evaluation of DPRs, tender specifications, and R&D projects for Major Ports.
  • Selected candidates will undergo mandatory induction training of at least two weeks during probation.
  • Two-year probation period applies to direct recruits.
  • Open to qualified Civil and Mechanical Engineering degree holders with relevant experience.
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Additional Salary Information

Level-07 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC plus admissible allowances.

Important Dates

Application Start Date 08-08-2026
Closing Date (General Posts) 28-08-2026
Closing Date (UT of Ladakh Posts) 04-09-2026

Selection Process

Shortlisting based on essential and desirable qualifications/experience or Recruitment Test (RT) followed by Interview.

Application Fees

General/OBC/EWS Male candidates: Rs. 25/- Female/SC/ST/PwBD candidates: Fee Exempted

Reservation

Reservation is provided for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD candidates as per rules.

How to Apply

  • Visit the official website https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
  • Register on the portal to generate a Universal Registration Number (URN).
  • Fill out the Common Application Form (CAF) and upload required photos and signatures.
  • Complete the post-specific application form and pay the prescribed fee if applicable.
  • Submit the application and download a copy of the submitted form for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

The position is at Level-07 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC.

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University or Institute.

The normal upper age limit is 30 years for Unreserved candidates, with relaxations for PwBD.