Indian Ports Association (IPA) Recruitment 2025: Executive Level Vacancies in Finance Discipline

The Indian Ports Association (IPA), on behalf of Major Ports of India, is inviting applications for the following executive-level vacancies in the Finance Discipline through direct recruitment.

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About Indian Ports Association (IPA)

The Indian Ports Association (IPA) is a statutory, autonomous body established in 1966. It supports the growth and development of major ports in India under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways (MoPSW). IPA facilitates cooperation and provides a platform for information exchange among the major ports.

Indian Ports Association (IPA) Job Overview

Parameter	Details
Organization Name	Indian Ports Association (IPA)
Post Name	Accounts Officer Gr-I
Educational Qualification	Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) or Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India (ICWAI)
Number of Vacancies	15 Vacancies
Application Start Date	27th December 2024
Application End Date	18th January 2025
Selection Process	Online Test and/or Interview
Job Location	Various Major Ports (Cochin, Chennai, Mormugao, Mumbai, New Mangalore, V.O. Chidambaranar)
Mode of Application	Online

Indian Ports Association (IPA) Vacancies and Reservation Positions

Port Authority	Accounts Officer Gr-I	Vacancies	UR	OBC	SC
Cochin Port Authority	Accounts Officer Gr-I	1	0	1	0
Chennai Port Authority	Accounts Officer Gr-I	1	1	0	0
Mormugao Port Authority	Accounts Officer Gr-I	4	3	0	1
Mumbai Port Authority	Accounts Officer Gr-I	3	1	1	1
New Mangalore Port Authority	Accounts Officer Gr-I	1	0	1	0
V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority	Accounts Officer Gr-I	2	1	1	0

Indian Ports Association (IPA) Eligibility Criteria

Post Name	Essential Qualifications
Accounts Officer Gr-I	Member of ICAI or ICWAI

Desirable Experience:

• 2 years of experience in an Executive Cadre in Finance/Accounting in an Industrial/Commercial/Government Undertaking.

Age Limit (as of the last date of application):

• Maximum Age: 30 years

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC (Non-creamy layer): 3 years
• Persons with Benchmark Disability: 10 years (15 years for SC/ST, 13 years for OBC)
• Ex-Servicemen: Relaxation as per Government of India rules.

Nationality

• A citizen of India, or
• A subject of Nepal, Bhutan, or Tibet (as per criteria) or an individual of Indian origin from specific countries.

Indian Ports Association (IPA) Selection Process

1. Online Test:
   • All candidates must appear for a Computer-Based Test.
2. Interview:
   • Shortlisted candidates based on their performance in the online test will be called for an interview.

Note: Candidates must submit their original documents for verification before joining.

Indian Ports Association (IPA) Salary & Compensation

Post Name	Pay Scale	Salary
Accounts Officer Gr-I	Rs. 50,000 – 1,60,000/- (Pre-revised: Rs. 9,100 – 15,100/-)	Basic Pay + DA + Cafeteria Allowances @ 35% of Basic Pay

Other benefits include Gratuity, HRA/Subsidized Accommodation, Medical Benefits, Leave Encashment, and National Pension Scheme (NPS).

Indian Ports Association (IPA) Application Fee

Category	Fee
Unreserved (UR)	Rs. 400
OBC/EWS	Rs. 300
SC/ST/Women	Rs. 200
Ex-Servicemen/PwBD	No Fee

Payment Mode: Online

Indian Ports Association (IPA) Application Process

1. Online Registration:
   • Eligible candidates must apply through the IPA website (https://www.ipa.nic.in).
   • Complete the application form and upload the necessary documents.
2. Important Dates:
   • Start Date: 27th December 2024
   • End Date: 18th January 2025
3. Document Submission:
   • Candidates must provide valid mark sheets, certificates, and membership documents for their qualifications and experience.
4. Admit Card:
   • Admit cards for the online test and interview will be available for download on the IPA website.

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