Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026 Apply for Assistant Manager Library Post

Deendayal Port Authority (formerly Kandla Port Trust), a world-class multi-cargo port, invites applications from eligible and competent persons for the post of Assistant Manager (Library) by direct recruitment method. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online before 28 June 2026 and send the hard copy of the application by Speed Post/Registered Post before 08 July 2026.

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Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026 – Over View

Organization	Deendayal Port Authority (Kandla, Gujarat)
Recruitment Type	Direct Recruitment
Total Vacancies	01 Post
Application Mode	Online + Offline (Hard Copy by Post)
Job Location	Gandhidham / Kandla, Gujarat
Category	Central Government (Port Authority) Job
Online Application Start Date	(Link active from date of notification)
Online Application Last Date	28 June 2026 (Sunday)
Hard Copy Last Date	08 July 2026 (Wednesday)
Official Website	www.deendayalport.gov.in

Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026– Age Limit

Category	Age Relaxation
General (UR)	Maximum 28 Years
Persons with Disability (PwD)	10 years
Ex-Serviceman	Length of military service increased by 3 years (as per Govt. rules)
Major Port Employees	Up to the age of 55 years

PwD Categories Eligible:

LV – Low Vision
D – Deaf, HH – Hard of Hearing
OA – One Arm, BA – Both Arms, OAL – One Arm and One Leg, CP – Cerebral Palsy, LC – Leprosy Cured, Dw – Dwarfism, AAV – Acid Attack Victims, MDy – Muscular Dystrophy
ASD(M) – Autism Spectrum Disorder (Mild), SLD – Specific Learning Disability, MI – Mental Illness
MD – Multiple Disabilities (involving above categories)

Note: Candidates seeking age relaxation must submit copies of necessary certificates and produce originals at the time of verification.

Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026– Important Dates

Event	Date
Advertisement Date	19 May 2026
Online Application Last Date	28 June 2026
Hard Copy Receipt Last Date	08 July 2026
Crucial Date for Eligibility (Age/Qualification/Experience)	01 May 2026

Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026– Application Fee

Category	Fee
All Candidates	–

Note: No application fee is mentioned in the notification.

Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026– Eligibility

Post Name	Essential Qualification	Experience Required
Assistant Manager (Library)	• Degree in Library Science / Library & Information Science from a recognized Indian University duly approved by UGC. • Certificate course in computer application from a recognized institution (minimum 3 months).	Three years post-qualification experience as Librarian in a reputed Library/Institution.

Benefit	Details
VDA	Variable Dearness Allowance on Industrial Pattern
Accommodation/HRA	Housing accommodation or House Rent Allowance
Cafeteria Allowance	As per DPA rules
Gratuity	As per rules
NPS	National Pension System
Group Insurance	As per rules
Medical Facilities	For self & dependents
Leaves	Various kinds of leaves as per rules
Leave Encashment	Encashment of Earned Leaves

Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026– Vacancy Details

Post Name	Scale of Pay (IDA Pattern)	Vacancies	Category	Upper Age Limit
Assistant Manager (Library)	Rs. 40,000 – 1,40,000	01	UR (Unreserved)	28 Years

Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026– Nationality/Eligibility

A candidate must be:

(a) a Citizen of India, OR
(b) a subject of Nepal, OR
(c) a subject of Bhutan, OR
(d) a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with intention of permanently settling, OR
(e) a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, Vietnam with intention of permanently settling in India.

Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026– How To Apply

Step 1: Online Application

Visit the official Deendayal Port Authority website: www.deendayalport.gov.in
Go to the “Recruitment Section” .
Click on the online application link for Assistant Manager (Library) post.
Fill the online application form completely and correctly.
Take a printout of the duly filled application form.

Step 2: Offline Submission (Hard Copy)

Affix a recent passport-sized photograph to the top right corner of the printed application form.
Sign the application form.
Attach self-attested copies of all required documents:
- Educational qualification certificates (Degree in Library Science)
- Mark sheets (all years/semesters)
- Computer application course certificate (min. 3 months)
- Experience certificates (3 years as Librarian)
- Age proof (Birth certificate / Class X certificate)
- Category certificate (if applicable for age relaxation – PwD, Ex-Serviceman, Port Employee)
- Nationality proof
- Any other relevant documents
Super scribe on the envelope: “Application for the post of Assistant Manager (Library)”
Send the envelope through Speed Post or Registered Post only to the following address:

The Secretary
Deendayal Port Authority
Post Bag No. 50, Administrative Office Building
Tagore Road, Gandhidham (Kachchh), Gujarat – 370201

Important: Applications will only be considered if received in hard copy by post. Online application alone is not sufficient.

Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026– Important Web-Links

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Official Website	Click Here

Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026– Selection Process

Stage	Details
Step 1	Written Test (if 20 or more candidates apply)
Step 2	Personal Interview (candidates called in ratio of 1:5 or less depending on availability of qualified candidates)
Step 3	Document Verification
Step 4	Medical Examination

Note: DPA Management reserves the right to shortlist and restrict the number of candidates for written test/personal interview based on qualifications and experience by adopting appropriate selection criteria.

Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions

All required qualifications must be from recognized Indian Universities duly approved by UGC/AICTE or recognized State/Central Board.
Candidates must possess valid mark sheets, degree/diploma certificates of essential qualifications.
Employees working in Central/State Government/Semi-Govt./Autonomous Bodies/CPSEs must apply through proper channel or submit NOC at the time of interview.
The crucial date for determining qualification, experience, and age is 01 May 2026.
Incomplete applications or applications received after the due date shall be summarily rejected.
DPA shall not be responsible for any postal delay/loss in transit.
Canvassing in any form will automatically disqualify the candidate.
Falsification of certificates will lead to automatic cancellation of candidature.
No TA/DA will be paid for attending tests/interview/document verification.
DPA reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process at any stage without assigning any reason.
Legal proceedings can be instituted only in Ahmedabad/Gandhidham courts/tribunals/forums.

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Q: What is the last date for online application for Deendayal Port Authority Assistant Manager (Library) post?

The last date for submitting the online application is 28 June 2026 (Sunday).

Q: What is the last date for receiving hard copy of the application?

The hard copy of the online application along with supporting documents must reach the prescribed address by 08 July 2026 (Wednesday) through Speed Post or Registered Post.

Q: How many vacancies are available?

There is 01 vacancy available for the post of Assistant Manager (Library) under the Unreserved (UR) category.

Q: What is the scale of pay?

The pay scale for the post is Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 1,40,000 under the IDA pay pattern.

Q: What is the age limit for General candidates?

The maximum age limit for General category candidates is 28 years as on 01 May 2026.

Q: What is the educational qualification required?

Candidates must possess a Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science along with a three-month certificate course in Computer Application from a recognized institution.

Q: What is the experience required?

Applicants must have at least three years of post-qualification experience as a Librarian in a reputed library or institution.

Q: Is there age relaxation for PwD candidates?

Yes. Persons with Disabilities (PwD) are eligible for an age relaxation of 10 years as per applicable Government rules.

Q: Is there age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen?

Yes. Ex-Servicemen are entitled to age relaxation equal to the length of military service rendered plus three years, as per Government guidelines.

Q: Can I submit the application only online?

No. Candidates must complete the online application process and also send the printed application form along with required documents by Speed Post or Registered Post. Both steps are mandatory.

Deendayal Port Authority Recruitment 2026– FAQs

Q1. What is the last date for online application for Deendayal Port Authority Assistant Manager (Library) post?
The last date for online application is 28 June 2026 (Sunday) .

Q2. What is the last date for receiving hard copy of the application?
The hard copy (printout of online application with documents) must reach by 08 July 2026 (Wednesday) via Speed Post/Registered Post.

Q3. How many vacancies are available?
01 (One) vacancy for Assistant Manager (Library) in UR category.

Q4. What is the scale of pay?
Rs. 40,000 – 1,40,000 (IDA pattern).

Q5. What is the age limit for General candidates?
Maximum 28 years as on 01 May 2026.

Q6. What is the educational qualification required?
Degree in Library Science / Library & Information Science + 3 months certificate course in computer application from a recognized institution.

Q7. What is the experience required?
Three years post-qualification experience as Librarian in a reputed Library/Institution.

Q8. Is there age relaxation for PwD candidates?
Yes. PwD candidates get 10 years age relaxation.

Q9. Is there age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen?
Yes, length of military service increased by 3 years as per Government rules.

Q10. Can I submit the application only online?
No. You must submit the online application AND send the hard copy (printout with documents) by Speed Post/Registered Post. Both are mandatory.

Q11. Will there be a written test?
A written test will be conducted if 20 or more candidates apply. DPA reserves the right to shortlist candidates based on qualifications and experience.

Q12. What are the perks and allowances?
In addition to basic pay, benefits include VDA, Accommodation/HRA, Cafeteria Allowance, Gratuity, NPS, Group Insurance, Medical facilities, Leaves, and Leave Encashment as per DPA rules.