Visakhapatnam Port Authority Recruitment 2026

Must be a Graduate from a recognized University or Institution. Must have undergone 6 (six) months of training in a recognized Fire Training Institute or College. Should possess a Driving License for Light and Heavy Vehicles.

Rs. 60,000/- (consolidated) per month

18 to 40 years as on the date of notification

Minimum 3 (three) years of working experience in a supervisory capacity in a large Fire Service Establishment in an Industry or Government Undertaking.

Excellent communication skills, especially in English, Hindi, and Telugu. Proficiency in operating computers and MS Office. Capability in all fire fighting and fire prevention arrangements in the Port area. Ability to handle correspondence related to Fire Service matters, establishment, and stores. Capability to supervise the Fire Safety Inspector's duties and responsibilities. Ability to advise and instruct on maintaining Fire Fighting Units in good repair. Capability to supervise safety arrangements for handling hazardous cargo in the Port area. Ability to maintain liaison with other fire fighting services in Visakhapatnam and implement the mutual aid scheme. Capability to assist in drawing up and implementing a Civil Defence Plan when required. Willingness to attend to all other duties as prescribed by the Competent Authorities.

Candidates applying for the Fire Officer post must fulfil the educational qualification, experience, age, and physical standards specified in the notification, as on the date of notification. Must be a Graduate from a recognized University or Institution. Must have undergone 6 (six) months of training in a recognized Fire Training Institute or College. Should possess a Driving License for Light and Heavy Vehicles. Minimum 3 (three) years of working experience in a supervisory capacity in a large Fire Service Establishment in an Industry or Government Undertaking. Age 18 to 40 years as on the date of notification. Minimum Height 167 CM. Chest (Normal) Minimum 81 CM. Chest (Expanded) Minimum 05 CM expansion. Minimum Weight 50 KG.

Download or prepare the Model Application Format (Annexure-I) as given in the official notification, preferably in typed format. Fill in all the required particulars, including name, father's name, date of birth and age, nationality and religion, category, qualifications, and experience details. Attach self-attested photocopies of all certificates supporting educational qualification, experience, and age. Send the completed application to the address given below on or before 10.08.2026.

The crucial date for determining eligibility for age, qualification, and experience is the date of notification, i.e., 09.07.2026. Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification of the candidature. VPA reserves the right to cancel the notification, or to increase or decrease the number of posts, or to devise its own method of selecting candidates. Mere submission of an application does not entitle a candidate to a call for selection or interview. Only candidates recommended by the Certificate Verification Committee will be considered for selection/interview. Contract Duration: Initially one year from the date of joining/reporting, extendable at the discretion of the Port Authority based on satisfactory performance. The engagement does not confer any right to continuous employment or any regular appointment in VPA. Reporting and Duty: The candidate must report to duty immediately on issue of the appointment order and work under the control of the Dy. Conservator (HoD), VPA, at the Fire Service Section, with a minimum duty of 8 hours per day (general/shifts). Leave: Eligible for 12 days of leave in a calendar year on a pro-rata basis, subject to prior permission from the competent authority. Periodical Fitness: Required to undergo medical tests as prescribed in VPA Regulations and report to duty only after medical fitness is certified by the CMO/VPA. Training: On-the-job training to operate the Fire Fighting System at VPA is mandatory. Accommodation: A suitable Type IV quarter may be provided on request at standard/market rent, subject to availability (bachelor accommodation is not provided), with water, electricity, and conservancy charges payable on actuals. Mobile Reimbursement: Up to Rs. 500/- per month towards mobile phone recharge, or actuals, whichever is lower. Uniform: The Fire Officer must wear a proper uniform at his own cost during duty hours and follow all safety norms. Medical Facility: In case of any accident or injury while on duty, medical facilities will be provided only at GJH (Government/King George Hospital). Headquarters: The Fire Officer should not leave the headquarters without proper permission from the Deputy Conservator. Applicability of Regulations: The VPE (Temporary) Regulations do not apply to employees engaged on contract basis. Income Tax: Applicable income tax will be recovered from the remuneration as per extant IT Rules. Attendance: Must attend on all working days and Port holidays, including emergencies after duty hours, without any additional remuneration. Transport: The candidate must arrange his own transport for attending the work spot as per the schedule decided by the competent authority. Termination and Resignation: VPA reserves the right to terminate or rescind the contract at any time without assigning reasons. A Fire Officer wishing to resign must give one month's notice; failure to do so will result in forfeiture of one month's remuneration. Disputes: Any disputes arising during the contract period will be referred to the Chairperson, VPA, whose decision will be final and binding. Selection Process: Screening of applications and supporting documents by a Certificate Verification Committee. Only eligible candidates recommended by the Certificate Verification Committee will be considered for the interview. Candidates recommended for interview will also be required to undergo a Heavy Vehicle driving test.

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