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Visakhapatnam Port Authority Invites Applications for Deputy Chief Law Officer Post on Direct Recruitment Basis
March 31, 2026 : The Visakhapatnam Port Authority has issued a vacancy notification for the post of Deputy Chief Law Officer, inviting applications through direct recruitment. The position is part of the General Administration Department and offers an opportunity for legal professionals to work in a key maritime administrative body under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
As per the official notification dated March 31, 2026, the recruitment aims to fill one vacancy for the Deputy Chief Law Officer role. The post is classified as a Class-I position and carries responsibilities related to legal advisory, litigation management, and handling statutory compliance for the port authority.
Eligible candidates are required to possess a degree in law from a recognized university along with relevant professional experience in legal practice or service. Preference is typically given to candidates with experience in handling service matters, contractual disputes, arbitration, and port or maritime-related legal issues.
The selection process will be conducted based on scrutiny of applications, and shortlisted candidates may be called for further evaluation in accordance with prescribed procedures. Applicants are required to submit their applications through the designated online portal followed by submission of hard copies within the stipulated timeline.
The last date for submission of applications is April 30, 2026, as indicated in the recruitment portal for major port authorities. (onlinevacancy.shipmin.nic.in) Candidates are advised to ensure that all required documents, including educational qualifications, experience certificates, and vigilance clearance (if applicable), are submitted in the prescribed format.
This recruitment forms part of a broader set of ongoing hiring initiatives across major port authorities in India, aimed at strengthening administrative and technical capacities in key sectors.
