Chief Port Administrator – LPAI
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 2
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹123,100 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree from a recognised University; Master's in Management is desirable.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 3 years of experience in operations, business administration, transport, or logistics.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 56 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Offline
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Chief Port Administrator is a senior leadership role responsible for the overall management and operations of Integrated Check Posts (ICPs) across India. This role features 2 vacancies with a high-level pay scale starting at ₹1,23,100, requiring a Bachelor's degree and extensive experience in logistics or security management. It is a prestigious opportunity for senior government officers to lead strategic border facilities.
- The maximum age limit for this senior deputation post is 56 years.
- Applicants must be officers from Central/State Governments with service in Level 12 or 11.
- The deputation period is initially for five years at various ICP locations.
- Three years of experience in operations, logistics, or security is essential.
- A Master's degree in Management is a desirable qualification for this leadership role.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Level 13 in 7th CPC Pay Matrix (₹1,23,100–₹2,15,900) plus applicable allowances.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Scrutiny of applications and eligibility criteria.
Review of ACRs/APARs and service records.
Personal Interview or Interaction as decided by the Competent Authority.
Application Fees
No application fee mentioned in the official circular.
Reservation
Reservation norms follow Government of India guidelines for deputation and short-term contracts.
How to Apply
- Download the application format provided in Annexure-B of the official notification.
- Fill in the required details including personal information, educational qualifications, and employment history.
- Attach attested copies of ACRs/APARs for the last 5 years.
- Obtain Vigilance Clearance, Cadre Clearance, and an Integrity Certificate from the current employer.
- Submit the application through the proper channel to the Deputy Secretary (Administration), Land Ports Authority of India, 1st Floor, Lok Nayak Bhawan, Khan Market, New Delhi-110003.
- Ensure the application reaches the destination by the deadline of 07-08-2026.
- An advance copy may be sent via email to dsga-lpai@lpai.gov.in.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Chief Port Administrator is in Pay Level 13, with a minimum pay of ₹1,23,100 per month.
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree; a Master's in Management is preferred, along with relevant operational experience.
There are 2 vacancies for the post of Chief Port Administrator at various ICPs.
