VPA Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026 - 01 Post (Class-I, Direct) | No.C2/Rect/Welfare Officer/GAD/2026/4478 | Apply by 28 Oct
Visakhapatnam Port Authority, General Administration Department
Andhra Pradesh - Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
| Position | Code | Grade | Age | Last Date | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welfare Officer (Class-I) | — | — | —–30 | 28 Oct 2026 | 1 |
| Total Vacancies | 1 | ||||
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
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Visakhapatnam Port Authority Important Dates 2026
Visakhapatnam Port Authority Age Limit 2026
Maximum Age
30 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
Visakhapatnam Port Authority Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Rs. 50,000-1,60,000 (pre-revised Rs. 20,600-46,500 / 9,100-15,100)
Visakhapatnam Port Authority Post Details
| S.No. | Position Title | Vacancies | Salary | Qualifications | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Welfare Officer (Class-I) | 1 | Rs. 50,000-1,60,000 (pre-revised Rs. 20,600-46,500 / 9,100-15,100) | — | — | 30 yrs |
| Total Vacancies | 1 | |||||
Visakhapatnam Port Authority Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| S.No. | Post / Trade | UR (Unreserved) | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Welfare Officer (Class-I) | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 1 | 1 | |
Visakhapatnam Port Authority Eligibility Criteria 2026
Visakhapatnam Port Authority Qualification / Education
Visakhapatnam Port Authority Job Details & Overview
Visakhapatnam Port Authority - Welfare Officer (Class-I) Recruitment 2026 - 01 Post
Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, invites applications for appointment to 01 (one) post of Welfare Officer (Class-I) on a regular basis in the scale of pay of Rs. 50,000-1,60,000 (pre-revised Rs. 20,600-46,500 / 9,100-15,100) in the General Administration Department by Direct Recruitment.
Important Dates
- Notification No.: C2/Rect/Welfare Officer/GAD/2026/4478, dated 29.09.2026
- Last date to apply: 28/10/2026
- Upper age limit as on 01.09.2026: 30 years
Essential Qualifications
- Degree from a recognized University.
- Degree or Diploma in Social Science, i.e. Sociology, Social Work or Social (Human Resource Management), from a recognized University / Institution.
- Knowledge of the local language.
The notification lists the acceptable Social Science degrees as Degree/Diploma in Labour Welfare; Diploma for Labour Welfare Workers; Diploma in Social Services Administration with Industrial Relations and Personnel Management; MA in Social Work; MA in Personnel Management and Labour Welfare; Master of Labour Welfare; Diploma in Social Work with Labour Welfare as a special subject; Diploma in Industrial (Labour) Relations and Welfare; MA in Labour and Social Welfare; MA in Social Work with specialization in Industrial Relations, Labour Welfare and Personnel Management; MA in Social Work; and MA in Social Work with a special subject.
Desirable
2 years' experience as a Labour Welfare Officer / Industrial Relations Officer in an industrial or commercial undertaking.
Age Limit
Upper age limit is 30 years as on 01.09.2026 (55 years for existing officers / employees of Major Port Authorities). Age relaxation applies for different categories as per Government of India guidelines.
Note: Vacancy scale and qualifications are as on 01.09.2026.
Visakhapatnam Port Authority Important Links
Visakhapatnam Port Authority Category-wise Vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
How to Apply for Visakhapatnam Port Authority Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Visakhapatnam Port Authority, General Administration Department's VPA Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026 - 01 Post (Class-I, Direct) | No.C2/Rect/Welfare Officer/GAD/2026/4478 | Apply by 28 Oct before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Visakhapatnam Port Authority, General Administration Department recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the applicable application fee online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 28 Oct 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
Visakhapatnam Port Authority Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
Visakhapatnam Port Authority Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Visakhapatnam Port Authority, General Administration Department recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Visakhapatnam Port Authority, General Administration Department notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 28 Oct 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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What is VPA Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026 - 01 Post (Class-I, Direct) | No.C2/Rect/Welfare Officer/GAD/2026/4478 | Apply by 28 Oct?
VPA Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026 - 01 Post (Class-I, Direct) | No.C2/Rect/Welfare Officer/GAD/2026/4478 | Apply by 28 Oct is a government recruitment notification published by Visakhapatnam Port Authority. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Visakhapatnam Port Authority Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Visakhapatnam Port Authority Recruitment 2026 start on 29 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Visakhapatnam Port Authority Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Visakhapatnam Port Authority Recruitment 2026 is 28 October 2026.
What is the age limit for Visakhapatnam Port Authority Recruitment 2026?
Maximum age limit for Visakhapatnam Port Authority Recruitment 2026 is 30 years as on the cutoff date, subject to applicable relaxations.
What is the qualification required for Visakhapatnam Port Authority Recruitment 2026?
Degree from a recognized University plus Degree/Diploma in Social Science (Sociology, Social Work or Social HRM); knowledge of the local language