MPA Recruitment 2026: 2 Technical Assistant (Civil) Posts – Email Application by 19 Oct 2026

Post-Wise Vacancy and Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria and Educational Qualification

• Technical Assistant (Civil): B.E. (Civil) / B. Tech (Civil) with a minimum of two years post-qualification experience in Civil Engineering.
• Upper Age Limit: The candidate's age must not exceed 32 years as on 01 October 2026.

Selection Process and Screening Clause

The selection process involves the following stages:

1. Application Scrutiny: Screening of received applications; a Provisional Eligible List will be displayed on 23 October 2026.
2. Document Verification: Conducted on 28 October 2026 at 9:30 AM at the HRD Training Centre, MPA, Headland Sada. Candidates must carry original documents.
3. Written Examination (85% weightage in final merit): Conducted on 28 October 2026. No candidate shall be permitted entry after 9:45 AM.
4. Oral Interview (15% weightage in final merit): Scheduled for 29 October 2026 from 11:00 AM onwards.

Written Examination Pattern

Negative Marking: −0.25 marks for each incorrect answer. Candidates must score a minimum of 50% in Section I (Civil Engineering) and 50% in aggregate to qualify for shortlisting to the oral interview. Qualifying marks in the oral interview are 50%. Final merit is based on combined written exam and interview scores with the prescribed 85:15 weightage.

No TA/DA shall be paid to candidates for attending the written examination or oral interview.

How to Apply for MPA Technical Assistant (Civil)

1. Download the official notification PDF and review the prescribed application proforma (Annexure-I).
2. Fill out the proforma and place your resume directly in the body of the email (not as an attachment).
3. Affix a self-attested recent passport-size photo on the proforma and sign across it.
4. Scan and merge all supporting documents (age proof, educational certificates, experience certificates) into a single PDF file.
5. Email the completed proforma with the single PDF attachment to [email protected] on or before 19 October 2026 by 14:00 hrs.
6. Preserve the return acknowledgement email containing your assigned Roll Number for all future correspondence.

Applications submitted via other email addresses, sent without the resume in the email body, or received after the deadline shall not be considered.

Required Documents and Instructions for Candidates

• Self-certified and scanned copies of age proof documents
• Self-certified and scanned copies of educational qualification certificates and consolidated mark sheets
• Self-certified and scanned copies of post-qualification experience certificates
• Self-attested passport-size photograph signed across on the application proforma
• Original documents for verification at the HRD Training Centre, MPA, Headland Sada on 28 October 2026

Additional Instructions:

• The contract engagement is for a fixed tenure of two years and will automatically terminate upon expiry.
• The contractual position does not confer any right to claim permanent absorption in Port service.
• Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification.
• Selected candidates may receive free medical treatment in MPA Hospital (self only) and Port accommodation subject to availability at prevailing rent plus water and electricity charges at actuals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for MPA Technical Assistant (Civil) recruitment?

The last date to submit the email application is 19 October 2026 by 14:00 hrs. Applications received after this deadline will not be considered under any circumstances.

Where should the application be sent for MPA Technical Assistant (Civil)?

The application (resume in email body plus single PDF attachment of the filled proforma and supporting documents) must be emailed exclusively to [email protected]. Documents verification and written examination will be held at the HRD Training Centre, MPA, Headland Sada, Goa on 28 October 2026 at 9:30 AM.

Is there an application fee for MPA Technical Assistant (Civil) recruitment?

The official notification does not state any application fee for this recruitment drive.

Is this a permanent government job?

No. This is a contractual engagement for a fixed period of two years. The position does not confer any right to claim permanent absorption in Port service. The contract will automatically terminate upon expiry of the two-year tenure.

What is the salary for MPA Technical Assistant (Civil)?

The consolidated remuneration is Rs. 40,000/- per month. Selected candidates may also receive free medical treatment in MPA Hospital (self only) and Port accommodation subject to availability at prevailing rent with water and electricity charges at actuals.

What is the written examination pattern and selection weightage?

The written examination on 28 October 2026 consists of three sections — Civil Engineering (60 marks), Logical Reasoning (15 marks), and Basic English (10 marks) — totaling 85 marks. Negative marking of −0.25 applies. The oral interview on 29 October 2026 carries 15 marks. Final merit is determined by combining scores in the 85:15 weightage.