Deendayal Port Authority Announces Recruitment for Management and Graduate Trainees 2025
The Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) has released an advertisement for the engagement of Management Trainees and Graduate Trainees on a contract basis.
A total of 65 vacancies have been announced, with 35 for Management Trainees and 30 for Graduate Trainees across multiple disciplines.
Key Details of the Recruitment
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruitment Body | Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) |
| Advertisement No. | GA/PS/9209/2025/926 |
| Post Names | Management Trainee, Graduate Trainee |
| Total Vacancies | 65 |
| Application Mode | Offline (Postal) |
| Last Date to Apply | July 4, 2025 |
| Selection Process | Merit-based on educational qualifications |
| Official Website | www.deendayalport.gov.in |
Post-wise Vacancies and Educational Qualifications
The vacancies are distributed among various disciplines as detailed below:
Management Trainee (35 Posts)
| Discipline | No. of Posts | Educational Qualification |
| HR | 10 | MBA in the respective discipline |
| Marketing | 6 | MBA in the respective discipline |
| Finance | 5 | MBA in the respective discipline, or CA (Inter)/ICWA (Inter) |
| Computer Application | 5 | MCA |
| Accountancy | 5 | CA (Inter)/ICWA (Inter) |
| Legal | 4 | LLB |
Graduate Trainee (30 Posts)
| Discipline | No. of Posts | Educational Qualification |
| Commerce | 5 | B.Com |
| Science | 5 | B.Sc. |
| Arts | 5 | B.A. |
| Business Administration | 5 | BBA |
| Computer Application | 5 | BCA |
| Statistical | 5 | Degree in Mathematics/Statistics/Economics |
Note: Preference will be given to candidates who have a certificate course of at least three months in computer applications like MS Word and MS Excel from a recognized institute.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on June 1, 2025):
- Management Trainee: Not above 28 years.
7 - Graduate Trainee: Not above 25 years.
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General Eligibility:
- Candidates must possess the required educational qualification with a valid mark sheet or degree certificate as of June 1, 2025.
9 - Individuals who have previously undergone or joined training at DPA are not eligible to apply.
10 - Applicants can apply for only one discipline for which they meet the eligibility criteria.
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Salary and Tenure
- Fixed Remuneration:
- Management Trainee: ₹25,000 per month.
12 - Graduate Trainee: ₹20,000 per month.
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- Management Trainee: ₹25,000 per month.
- Tenure of Training:
- The training period is for 11 months.
14 It can be extended for one more term based on the trainee's satisfactory performance.
- The training period is for 11 months.
Selection Process
The selection of trainees will be conducted purely on a merit basis.
- A merit list will be prepared based on the final percentage of marks obtained in the educational qualification required for each discipline.
17 No interview will be held.18 - The merit lists will be published on the official DPA website.
19 - Provisionally selected candidates will be notified for document verification via their registered email ID.
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How to Apply
- Download the Application Form: The application form is available in the prescribed format (Annexure-I) on the Deendayal Port Authority's website: www.deendayalport.gov.in.
21 - Fill the Application: The application must be duly filled (typed).
22 - Attach Documents: Affix a recent passport-size photograph and attach self-attested copies of all necessary certificates, including education, age, and caste.
23 - Convert Grades to Percentage: Candidates must convert their CGPA or grades into a percentage as per their university's rules and mention it in the application.
24 Failure to do so will result in the application not being considered.25 - Submit the Application: The completed application form, along with all documents, must be sent by post to the following address to reach on or before July 4, 2025.
Address:
The Secretary,
Deendayal Port Authority,
Administrative Office Building,
Gandhidham (Kutch),
Gujarat - 370201 27
Note: The port authority is not responsible for any postal delays, and late or incomplete applications will be summarily rejected.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for the DPA Trainee Recruitment 2025?
The last date for the receipt of applications is July 4, 2025. 29
Q2: Is there any application fee?
The provided advertisement does not mention any application fee.
Q3: What is the selection process?
The selection is purely merit-based on the marks obtained in the qualifying educational degree. 30 There will be no interview. 31
Q4: Can I apply for more than one position?
No, candidates can apply for only one discipline. 32
Q5: Are candidates with degrees from distance education eligible?
No, candidates with qualifications acquired through distance learning, part-time, or correspondence modes are not eligible.
Q6: Is there any provision for travel expenses for the selection process?
No, candidates will not be provided with any travelling, boarding, or lodging expenses for participating in the selection process. 33
Q7: Will the training lead to permanent employment at DPA?
DPA has no obligation to offer employment to trainees after the completion of the training period. 34
