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Assistant Secretary Ship

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Assistant Secretary Ship administered by JECASSAM Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: JECASSAM Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-07-06 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
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Active Procurement Tenders by JECASSAM

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
For Supplying Cleaning Materials at Central Store of Rbu Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Supplying Consumables for Card Printer Machine at the Office of Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Supplying Moulded Chair for Mrinalini Aryashree Ladies Hostel O Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
NIT Web 144 2024 Single Bid Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Assistant Secretary Ship?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-07-06. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from JECASSAM Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain jecassam.ac.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official JECASSAM recruitment portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, valid email, and mobile number to generate a unique login ID.

Log in with OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications, work experience, and choosing preferred examination centers across the designated regions.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, degree transcripts, category certificates, and a recent passport-sized photograph and signature conforming to specified pixel and size limits.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and save the transaction receipt.

Monitor the portal for application status updates and download the generated Admit Card, which contains the exam date, venue, and instructions, at least two weeks before the exam.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Assistant Secretary Ship is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Preliminary Screening Examination	200 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, English Language Proficiency, Current Affairs
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization (Written)	300 Marks, 180 Minutes	Maritime Laws and Regulations, Shipping Operations, Port Management, Administrative Procedures, Financial Rules
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Group Discussion	100 Marks, 45 Minutes	Leadership Qualities, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Situational Judgment, Domain Knowledge Viva
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Certificates, Physical Fitness Standards, Visual Acuity Test, General Medical Fitness

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Assistant Secretary Ship position under the JECASSAM Authority is classified as a Group 'A' Gazetted post, aligned with Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 56,100 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate at 53%, the DA amounts to Rs. 29,733. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities is calculated at 30% of basic pay, totaling Rs. 16,830 (Class Y at 20% and Class Z at 10%). Transport Allowance (TA) is set at Rs. 7,200 plus DA (Rs. 3,816), totaling Rs. 11,016. The gross monthly salary is approximately Rs. 1,13,679. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) comprise 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583), alongside professional tax and health scheme contributions. This results in an estimated net in-hand monthly salary of approximately Rs. 1,03,500 for postings in Class X cities.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment under the JECASSAM Authority strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Age relaxation is granted to reserved categories: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in line with the 103rd Constitutional Amendment. Furthermore, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee, promoting diverse and inclusive participation in public services.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Assistant Secretary Ship

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 40% for General/EWS candidates, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in each individual paper.

Will there be normalization of marks across different shifts?

Yes, a multi-shift normalization process based on the standard equipercentile method will be applied if the screening exam is conducted in multiple sessions.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for this post?

Selected candidates must execute a service surety bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the JECASSAM Authority for a minimum period of three years.

What is the duration of the probation period for the Assistant Secretary Ship?

The selected officers will be on probation for a period of two years, during which they must successfully clear the departmental accounts and administrative exams.

Can candidates from other states apply for this recruitment?

Yes, citizens of India from all states are eligible to apply, provided they meet the requisite educational qualifications and age criteria specified in the notification.

Where will the initial posting of the selected Assistant Secretary be?

The initial posting will be at the headquarters of the JECASSAM Authority or any of its regional maritime and port offices across the designated coastal zones.