Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata — Sr. Assistant Secretary (Official Language) Recruitment 2026
Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (erstwhile Kolkata Port Trust)
Overview
Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (erstwhile Kolkata Port Trust) will directly recruit one Sr. Assistant Secretary (Official Language) for the General Administration Department of the Kolkata Dock System. There is 1 unreserved post in the pay scale of Rs 50,000–1,60,000.
Candidates need an M.A. in Hindi with English as a subject at degree level, or a BA (Honours) in English with a degree or a postgraduate qualification in Hindi, plus 5 years' experience in Hindi terminology and English–Hindi translation, or in teaching, research, writing or journalism in Hindi. Age must be 18 to 30 years as on 01.10.2026.
Applications are accepted only as hard copies in the prescribed format (Annexure-I) and must reach 15 Strand Road, Kolkata by 26 November 2026. Selection is by a written examination and a personal interview in Kolkata; dates will be announced later.
At a glance
- Post names
- Sr. Assistant Secretary (Official Language)
- Department
- General Administration Department, Kolkata Dock System (KDS)
- Vacancies
- 1
- Age limit
- 18 to 30 years (as on 1 Oct 2026)
- Age relaxation
- 18 to 30 years as on 01.10.2026. Relaxation: 10 years for persons with benchmark disability (PwBD); up to 55 years for existing regular employees of the Board of any Major Port of India.
- Salary / pay scale
- ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 per month · Pay scale Rs 50,000–1,60,000 (pre-pre-revised Rs 9,100–15,100).
- Place of posting / area
- District-level · Kolkata
- Application mode
- Offline
Important dates
| Notification published | 26 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application opens | 26 Oct 2026 |
| Application deadline | 26 Nov 2026 |
Vacancies
Sr. Assistant Secretary (Official Language): 1 post (unreserved). The post may be re-designated later. It is identified as suitable for candidates with certain benchmark disabilities (not separately reserved). The number of vacancies is provisional and may change.
Eligibility
- M.A. in Hindi with English as a subject at degree level; or BA (Honours) in English with a degree or a postgraduate qualification in Hindi (from a recognised university)
- Experience: 5 years in terminological work in Hindi and translation from English to Hindi and vice versa, or 5 years in teaching, research, writing or journalism in Hindi
Qualifications and experience must be held as on 01.10.2026, from UGC/AICTE-recognised institutions.
Selection process
A written examination and a personal interview in Kolkata; dates will be announced later.
Written examination:
- Part A (objective): General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, General English and Logical Reasoning, 20 marks and 20 questions each
- Part B: Hindi, 100 marks (40% objective, 60% subjective), covering Hindi–English translation, Hindi grammar, comprehension, summary writing and letter writing
Required documents
- Application in the prescribed format (Annexure-I)
- Signed passport-size photographs: one pasted on the form and two more enclosed
- Age proof (Board admit card, Aadhaar, voter ID or passport)
- Self-attested copies of educational and professional qualification certificates
- Caste certificate (if applicable) and proof of work experience
- Certificates supporting any age relaxation claimed
How to apply
- Fill in the application in the prescribed format (Annexure-I); only hard copies are accepted
- Paste one signed photograph on the form, enclose two more, and attach self-attested copies of certificates
- Write on the sealed envelope: “Application for the post of Sr. Assistant Secretary (Official Language) at KDS of Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (erstwhile Kolkata Port Trust)”
- Send it to: The Secretary, General Administration Department, Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, 15 Strand Road, Kolkata – 700001
- It must reach by 26.11.2026; incomplete, unsigned or late applications may not be considered
- Submit only one application
Last updated: 2 Nov 2026
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