Land Ports Authority of India Recruitment 2026 for Member Finance (Joint Secretary) – Apply Online @ lpai.gov.in

Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI) Recruitment 2026: Member Finance (Joint Secretary Level)

Golden Opportunity for Government Servants: The Ministry of Home Affairs, Department of Border Management, invites applications for the post of Member (Finance) at the Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI). This is a Joint Secretary level post on a deputation or contract basis.

LPAI, established under the Land Ports Authority of India Act, 2010, manages cross-border movement at international land borders. This Latest Government Notification 2026 offers a prestigious role for officers with special knowledge in finance and commerce.

Table of Contents

• Overview
• Vacancy Details
• Eligibility Criteria
• Pay Scale & Allowances
• How to Apply
• Frequently Asked Questions

Why Apply for LPAI Member Finance Recruitment?

• Job Security: Central Government deputation offer stability.
• Pay Scale: Level 14 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Joint Secretary Level).
• Career Growth: Opportunity to serve a premier border management authority.
• Location: Posting at Head Office, New Delhi.

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for LPAI Recruitment 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Qualification

Applicants must have special knowledge and experience in the field of Finance and Commerce.

1. Deputation Basis:

• Officer from Government of India or State Government.
• Option A: Holding a post equivalent to Joint Secretary (Level 14).
• Option B: Holding a post of Director (Level 13) or equivalent for at least 4 years.

2. Contract Basis:

Determined by the Search-cum-Selection Committee.

3. Age Limit:

Maximum 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of application (30.04.2026).

4. Tenure:

Five years from the date of assumption of office or until attaining 60 years, whichever is earlier.

Salary & Pay Scale

The post is of the level of Joint Secretary to the Government of India (Pay Level 14).

• Pay Matrix Level: 14
• Approximate Basic Pay: ₹1,44,000 - ₹2,18,200 (7th CPC)
• Allowances: Dearness Allowance, HRA, Transport Allowance, and other perquisites as admissible to Central Government Officers of equivalent rank.

How to Apply for LPAI Member Finance Recruitment 2026

Interested and eligible officers must apply through the proper channel. An advance copy can be sent directly, but official recommendations are mandatory.

1. Download the application format (Annexure-A) from the official notification PDF.
2. Fill in all details accurately.
3. Attach required documents:
   • Cadre Clearance
   • Vigilance Clearance
   • ACR Dossiers (last 5 years)
   • Details of debarment/cooling-off period
4. Send the application via registered post to the following address so it reaches by 30th April 2026:

Note: Incomplete applications or those received after the last date will be rejected.

Selection Process

Selection will be made by a Search-cum-Selection Committee after approval by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC). The committee reserves the right to reject any or all applications without assigning any reason.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The last date for receipt of applications is 12th June 2026.

No, this is a deputation/contract basis recruitment exclusively for serving officers of Government of India or State Government.

Maximum age is 56 years as on 30th April 2026.

The post is at Joint Secretary Level (Pay Level 14) under the 7th CPC.

You may send an advance copy directly, but the application will only be considered if accompanied by official recommendations and cadre clearance.

Download from the LPAI website: Official PDF Link.

Five years or until attaining 60 years of age, whichever is earlier.

Shri Ajay Kumar Sah, Under Secretary, Department of Border Management, MHA.