LPAI Recruitment 2026 Notification: Apply for 61 Deputation Vacancies | Last Date 27 January 2026

The Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has released an official Vacancy Circular for Recruitment 2026. LPAI invites applications from eligible officers for 61 vacant posts at its Secretariat, New Delhi and Integrated Check Posts (ICPs) across India on Deputation (Foreign Service) basis.

This recruitment drive is a significant opportunity for officers working in Central Government, State Government, Union Territory Administrations, Statutory Bodies, and Autonomous Bodies.

Organization Details

• Authority: Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI)
• Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India
• Office Address:
  1st Floor, Lok Nayak Bhawan,
  Khan Market, New Delhi – 110003
• Official Website: lpai.gov.in

LPAI Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Overview

Total Vacancies: 61 Posts

A. LPAI Secretariat, New Delhi – 10 Posts

B. Integrated Check Posts (ICPs) – 51 Posts

? Grand Total (A + B): 61 Posts

ICPs Posting Locations

Selected candidates may be posted at any ICP across India, including:

Attari, Jogbani, Raxaul, Agartala, Dawki, Petrapole, Moreh, Rupaidiha, Sabroom, Sutarkandi, Dera Baba Nanak, Srimantpur, Mankachar, Darranga, Golakganj and other ICPs.

Eligibility Criteria (Post-wise Summary)

Vigilance Officer (Level 13)

• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university
• 3 years’ experience in vigilance, administration, HR, finance, accounts, or court matters
• Either:
  • 5 years in Level 12, or
  • 10 years in Level 11
• Maximum age: 56 years

Chief Port Administrator (Level 13)

• Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s in Management desirable)
• 3 years’ experience in operations, logistics, transport, security, commerce, or administration
• Maximum age: 56 years

Port Administrator (Level 11)

• 5 years’ experience in management, administration, finance, HR, vigilance, or court matters
• Master’s Degree in Management preferred
• Deputation initially for 5 years (extendable)

Assistant Engineer (Civil) – Level 7

• Officers from CPWD / PWD or equivalent
• 3 years’ experience in civil construction and monitoring projects
• Maximum age: 56 years

Junior Engineer (Civil / Electrical) – Level 6

• 5 years’ service in Level 5 or equivalent
• 3 years’ experience in engineering works and project monitoring
• Maximum age: 56 years

Assistant (Level 6)

• 6 years’ service in Level 5
• Experience in administration, HR, or finance
• Basic computer knowledge mandatory (MS Office, e-Office, Email)

Personal Assistant (Level 6)

• 6 years in Level 5 or 10 years in Level 4 (Steno ‘D’)
• Experience in secretarial and office management work
• Maximum age: 56 years

Port Executive (Level 6)

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2 years’ experience in operations, logistics, transport, administration, planning, or security
• Deputation period: 3 years
• Maximum age: 56 years

Deputation Period

• Most Posts: Initial 5 years, extendable up to 7 years
• Port Executive: 3 years
• Deputation does not confer right to permanent absorption

Important Dates

• Last Date to Apply: 27 January 2026

(Last date extended for newly added posts such as Assistant Engineer (Civil) and Personal Assistant)

How to Apply for LPAI Recruitment 2026

1. Download and fill the prescribed application format (Annexure-B)
2. Attach:
   • Attested copies of ACR/APARs (last 5 years)
   • Vigilance Clearance / Integrity Certificate
3. Send application through proper channel to:

Deputy Secretary (Administration)
Land Ports Authority of India
1st Floor, Lok Nayak Bhawan,
Khan Market, New Delhi – 110003

? Email (Advance Copy): dsga-lpai@lpai.gov.in

?? Only applications received through proper channel by the due date will be considered.

Key Highlights

• Recruitment on Deputation (Foreign Service) basis
• Posting at international land border ICPs
• GPRA accommodation eligible (for Central Govt. employees)
• Excellent opportunity under Ministry of Home Affairs

Official Website

For full notification, annexures, and updates:
? lpai.gov.in

Download Official Notification