| The Cochin Port Authority (CoPA), under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, invites applications for the post of Secretary through absorption via composite method from eligible officers serving in Major Port Authorities. This is a senior administrative position vital to CoPAโs operations and leadership, and offers an opportunity to contribute at a strategic level to one of Indiaโs leading ports. |
Cochin Port Authority Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Essential: Degree from a recognized university.Desirable: PG Diploma/Degree in Personnel Mgmt./IR/Labour Welfare or Degree in Law |
| Experience Requirement | Officers holding โน80,000โ2,20,000 (IDA) scale with at least 3 yearsโ regular service.Must be from General Admin or HRD department of a Major Port Authority |
| Age Limit | As per guidelines (not mentioned specifically but usually under 56 years) |
Documents to be Submitted (Via Parent Port Authority)
- Duly filled online application (OAP portal)
- Attested copies of APARs/ACRs for the last 5 years (2019โ2024)
- Year-wise APAR availability statement
- Attested copies of educational qualifications & experience
- Certificate of no withdrawal of candidature
- Vigilance clearance certificate in Annexure-III format
- Disciplinary record & integrity certificate
- ACR grading summary & eligibility verification note
Selection & Forwarding Instructions
- Forwarding authority (parent port) must verify and confirm all entries, including eligibility, qualifications, vigilance status, and ACR ratings.
- Incomplete or late applications, or applications not sent through proper channel, will not be considered.
- Candidates selected by the Services Selection Committee cannot withdraw their candidature; if they do, they will be debarred for 2 years from HoD-level selections in all Major Ports.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Cut-off Date for Eligibility | 06 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online (OAP) | Before 22 June 2025 |
| Final Hard Copy Submission to CoPA | On or before 22 June 2025 |
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โ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the mode of application?
Applications must be submitted online via the OAP portal: https://onlinevacancy.shipmin.nic.in. Printout must be routed through your parent port authority.
Q2. Who is eligible to apply?
Officers from Major Port Authorities serving in โน80,000โ2,20,000 scale with 3 yearsโ regular service in General Admin or HRD departments.
Q3. What is the desirable qualification?
Postgraduate Diploma/Degree in Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, Social Work, Labour Welfare, or Law.
Q4. Is this a deputation post?
No, this is absorption through composite method, leading to permanent placement at Cochin Port Authority.
Q5. Will incomplete applications be accepted?
No, incomplete, improperly routed, or unsupported applications will be rejected without notice.