IPA Recruitment 2026 – 5 Senior Consultant and Consultant Posts
IPA Senior Consultant and Consultant Recruitment 2026 — Quick Facts
| Last Date | 18 September 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 5 (2 Sr Consultant + 3 Consultant) |
| Post Names | Senior Consultant, Consultant |
| Age Limit | 25–45 years |
| Qualification | Master's degree in Economics/Public Policy/Maritime etc. |
| Fee | Nil |
| Salary | Sr: ₹15L/yr | Consultant: ₹12L/yr |
| Selection | Refer to official notification |
| Apply | Offline via Speed Post/Registered Post |
| Notification | DOWNLOAD PDF |
| Website | ipa.org.in |
| Advt. No. | IPA/IC-CONSULTANTS-MoPSW/2026 |
Last verified against official notification: 31 August 2026
IPA Senior Consultant and Consultant Recruitment 2026
Indian Ports Association (IPA) has released a notification for 5 Senior Consultant and Consultant posts on contract basis. This is a 2-year contractual engagement under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. Eligible candidates with a Master's degree and relevant experience can apply offline before 18 September 2026.
The posts require a full-time Master's degree in Economics, Public Policy, Maritime, Trade, Transport Management, International Relations, or related subjects. Senior Consultant requires 5 years of experience while Consultant requires 3 years. The salary is ₹15 lakh per annum for Senior Consultant and ₹12 lakh per annum for Consultant.
Applications must be sent through Speed Post or Registered Post to the address mentioned in the notification. No application fee is required.
IPA Consultant Recruitment 2026 — Important Dates
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Receipt of Applications | 18 September 2026 |
| Tentative Selection Process | October 2026 |
Application Fee
Nil. No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
IPA Recruitment 2026 — Vacancy and Eligibility
5 vacancies are available for Senior Consultant and Consultant posts on contract basis.
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Consultant | 2 | 5 years post-education |
| Consultant | 3 | 3 years post-education |
| Total | 5 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Master's degree (full-time) or above from a reputed Indian or International University in Economics, Public Policy, Maritime, Trade, Transport Management, International Relations, or related subjects
- Senior Consultant Experience: Minimum 5 years of full-time work experience post-essential education
- Consultant Experience: Minimum 3 years of full-time work experience post-essential education
- Age Limit: 25 to 45 years
IPA Recruitment 2026 — Salary
Remuneration
| Post | Annual Salary | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Consultant | ₹15,00,000 per annum | 2 years |
| Consultant | ₹12,00,000 per annum | 2 years |
Monthly fixed remuneration for the initial period of 2 years. No change in remuneration will be considered during this period.
IPA Recruitment 2026 — Selection Process
Please refer to the official notification for selection process details. The tentative date for the selection process is October 2026.
IPA Consultant Recruitment 2026 — How to Apply
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Step 1: Read the official notification carefully before applying
- Step 2: Download the application form from ipa.org.in
- Step 3: Fill the application form with correct information
- Step 4: Attach self-attested copies of required documents
- Step 5: Send the completed application through Speed Post / Registered Post to the address in the notification
- Step 6: Ensure the application reaches before 18 September 2026
Documents Required
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates
- Self-attested copies of experience certificates
- Recent photograph
- Signature
- ID proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID/Driving License)
IPA Recruitment 2026 — Important Links
Official Recruitment Links
- Official Notification PDF - Download PDF
- Official Website - ipa.org.in
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IPA Recruitment 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions
18 September 2026.
Master's degree (full-time) or above in Economics, Public Policy, Maritime, Trade, Transport Management, International Relations, or related subjects.
25 to 45 years.
5 posts — 2 Senior Consultant and 3 Consultant.
Senior Consultant: ₹15,00,000 per annum. Consultant: ₹12,00,000 per annum.
Offline. Applications must be sent through Speed Post or Registered Post.
2 years contractual. No change in remuneration during the initial period.
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