LPAI Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for experienced government employees looking to work with the Land Ports Authority of India. The authority has released a notification to fill 64 vacancies for various posts such as Port Executive, Assistant, Personal Assistant, and Engineers. These positions are available at the Secretariat in New Delhi and various Integrated Check Posts (ICPs) across India’s borders. It is important to note that these jobs are primarily on a Deputation (Foreign Service) basis for current government officers, or on a Short-Term Contract for retired officials. The application process is offline, and candidates must submit their forms through the proper channel before the closing date of January 27, 2026.
LPAI Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Date
December 22, 2025
Application Start Date
Started (Offline)
Last Date For Application
January 27, 2026
Interview/Selection Date
To be notified later
Application Fee
Category
Fee
General / OBC / EWS
Nil (No Fee)
SC / ST / PH / Female
Nil (No Fee)
Payment Mode
Not Applicable
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Details
Maximum Age (Deputation)
Not exceeding 56 Years as on the closing date.
Maximum Age (Contract)
Below 65 Years (For Retired Officers).
Age Relaxation
As per Government of India rules for deputation.
LPAI Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Post Name
No. of Posts
Pay Level (7th CPC)
Total Vacancies
64 Posts
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Chief Port Administrator
05
Level-13
Port Administrator
02
Level-11
Vigilance Officer
01
Level-13
Assistant Engineer (Civil)
01
Level-7
Assistant
02
Level-6
Junior Engineer (Civil)
02
Level-6
Junior Engineer (Electrical)
02
Level-6
Personal Assistant
02
Level-6
Port Executive
47
Level-6
LPAI Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
Post Name
Eligibility Criteria (Summary)
General Requirement
Candidates must be Officers of Central/State Govt, UTs, Statutory Bodies, or Autonomous Bodies holding analogous posts or having specific years of regular service in lower grades.
Port Executive
Bachelor’s Degree + 2 years experience in operations, admin, transport, logistics, security, etc.
Engineers (AE/JE)
Experience in Civil/Electrical engineering and monitoring construction activities.
Secretarial Posts
Experience in secretarial practices, office management, and computer knowledge (MS Office).
Educational Qualification
Most posts require a Bachelor’s Degree. Master’s Degree is desirable for senior posts.
Posting Locations (ICPs)
Category
Locations
Secretariat
New Delhi
Integrated Check Posts
Attari, Jogbani, Raxaul, Agartala, Dawki, Petrapole, Moreh, Rupaidiha, Sabroom, Sutarkandi, Dera Baba Nanak, Srimantpur, Mankachar, Darranga, Golakganj, etc.
Important Documents Required
Document Type
Details
Application Form
Prescribed format (Annexure-B) duly filled.
APARs/ACRs
Attested copies for the last 5 years.
Certificates
Vigilance Clearance & Integrity Certificate.
Educational Proof
Copies of Degree/Certificates.
Forwarding Letter
Application must be forwarded through the Cadre Controlling Authority/Proper Channel.
Exam Pattern & Selection Process
Stage
Details
Method of Recruitment
Deputation (Foreign Service) or Short-Term Contract.
Selection Mode
Scrutiny of Applications and Service Records.
Interview
Interaction/Interview may be conducted for shortlisted candidates.
LPAI Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
Post Name
Pay Matrix Level
Pay Scale (Approx)
Chief Port Administrator
Level-13
Rs. 1,23,100 – 2,15,900/-
Port Administrator
Level-11
Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700/-
AE (Civil)
Level-7
Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400/-
Port Executive/JE/PA/Asst
Level-6
Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400/-
How to Apply
Step
Instruction
Step 1
Download the Official Notification and Application Format (Annexure B).
Step 2
Fill out the application form carefully with your personal and service details.
Step 3
Attach self-attested copies of your certificates and photos.
Step 4
Ensure your department forwards your application with APARs and Vigilance Clearance.
