The Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) is seeking engagement of law professionals on a contractual basis. Recognized as a vibrant, world-class multi-cargo Port, DPA invites eligible and competent persons for the engagement of professionals, specifically for the position of Manager (Law).
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Key Highlights
The Deendayal Port Authority is an ISO 9001:2008 & ISO 14001:2004 Certified Port. The authority aims to effectively leverage its locations and land resources for the facilitation of economic activities and investments.
The selection process for the advertised positions, involves shortlisting based on qualification and experience, followed by a Personal Interview.
Vacancy Details
The specific vacancy for the legal position is detailed below:
| Sl. No. | Particulars | Reservation | No. of Vacancies | Upper Age Limit | Consolidated Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Manager (Law) | UR (Unreserved) | 02 | 35 Years | Rs. 80,000/- |
The crucial date for determining the eligibility criteria for qualification, experience, and age is 01/10/2025.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following criteria as of the crucial date (01/10/2025). There are two primary pathways to meet the essential requirements:
- Essential Qualification (a): A Degree in Law from a recognized university/institute.
- Essential Qualification (b): Must have a certificate of enrollment as an Advocate under the Advocates Act, 1961.
- Minimum Required Experience: Must possess 04-year post qualification experience in legal fields, specifically with working experience in Government Sector Organizations.
OR
- Essential Qualification: Post Graduate Degree in Law from a recognized university/institute.
- Minimum Required Experience: Must possess 03-year post qualification experience in legal fields, specifically with working experience in Government Sector Organizations.
Desirable Experience: Experience in the Port/Shipping Sector is desirable for this position.
Detailed Roles and Responsibilities for Manager (Law)
The Manager (Law) position involves a range of critical functions focusing on legal compliance and risk mitigation:
- Work related to liaising with relevant departments to ensure that legal risks have been identified.
- Taking appropriate courses of action.
- Continuously monitoring compliance with statutory obligations.
- Advising management accordingly.
- Reviewing the progress of outstanding litigation and liaising with external counsel/advocates.
- Carrying out any other work assigned by the concerned Head of Department (HoD) / DPA Management.
Remuneration and Contractual Terms
The engagement is purely on a contract basis and does not confer any right to claim regular appointment.
- Monthly Emoluments: The consolidated monthly remuneration offered is Rs. 80,000/-.
- Increment: The monthly consolidated remuneration may be enhanced to a maximum of a 5% annual increment, subject to satisfactory performance.
- Tenure: The contract duration is for a period of 3 years from the date of joining, which may be extended by another 2 years based on the performance and the candidate/necessity of engagement.
Selection Process and Important Dates
The Normal Selection Procedure involves shortlisting candidates based on qualification and experience, as determined by the DPA Management. The final selection will be made through a Personal Interview.
Any legal proceedings in respect of any matter of claim or dispute arising out of this advertisement shall have sole and exclusive jurisdiction to Courts/Tribunals/Forums at Ahmedabad/Gandhidham only.
Important Information
| Number of Vacancies | 02 (UR) |
| Consolidated Remuneration | Rs. 80,000/- per month |
| Contractual Tenure | 3 years (extendable by 2 years) |
| Application Link Opens Until | 28/11/2025 |
| Last Date for Hard Copy Submission | On or before 08/12/2025 |
| Selection Mode | Personal Interview (after shortlisting) |
How to Apply
Applicants must follow a two-step application process involving online submission followed by hard copy dispatch.
- Online Application: Applicants are required to apply online through the link available on the Deendayal Port Authority’s website: www.deendayalport.gov.in under the Recruitment Section. The application form will be available until 28/11/2025.
- Hard Copy Submission: The applicants must take a print-out of the duly filled-in Application Form from the online link, affix a recent passport size photograph, and send the same along with attested copies of all educational/experience/age certificates and other required documents.
- Dispatch Method: The documents must be sent through Speed Post/Registered Post.
- Submission Deadline: The hard copies must reach the Authority on or before 08/12/2025.
- Submission Address: The Secretary, Deendayal Port Authority, Post Bag No. 50, Administrative Office Building, Tagor Road, Gandhidham (Kachchh), Gujarat – 370201.
Applications received in Hard Copies (printout of online application) only will be considered. Incomplete applications or applications received late shall be summarily rejected. Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.
Official Notification
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