NMPA Senior Deputy Chief Accounts Officer (Sr Dy CAO) Recruitment 2025 — Finance Leadership Role
New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA), Panambur, Mangaluru invites applications for the post of Senior Deputy Chief Accounts Officer (Class I) in the Accounts & Finance cadre. The post is to be filled by absorption through the Composite Method from eligible officers, with standard vigilance/ACR clearances and service-channel forwarding as per the notification. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Quick Overview
- Recruiting Authority: New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA)
- Post: Senior Deputy Chief Accounts Officer (Sr Dy CAO), Class I
- Method: Absorption through Composite Method (via proper channel) :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Location: Panambur, Mangaluru – 575010 (Karnataka)
- Pay Scale (IDA): ₹80,000 – ₹2,20,000 (E6) — as per NMPA pay structure. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Vacancy: 01 (subject to notification/corrigendum)
- Mode: Application in prescribed format with ACRs & vigilance clearances
Post & Vacancies
| Post | Cadre/Level | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Deputy Chief Accounts Officer (Sr Dy CAO) | Accounts & Finance — Class I | 01 |
Note: Vacancy is as per notification and subject to change by NMPA.
Educational Qualification & Experience
- Essential: Professional qualification in Accounts/Finance (e.g., Chartered Accountant / Cost Accountant) with relevant senior-level experience in Government/PSU/Port finance & accounts. Exact criteria are given in the notification.
- Service Channel: The post is to be filled by absorption through the Composite Method; applications must be routed through proper channel with service records. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- ACRs/APARs: Attested copies of the last five years’ ACRs/APARs to be enclosed with vigilance clearance & integrity certificate (Annexures). :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Age Limit
Upper age limit/eligibility shall be as per the recruitment rules and Government of India guidelines applicable to composite method (absorption) in Major Port Authorities. Refer notification for precise cut-off and relaxations, if any.
Application Fee
Not specified in the notification.
Selection Process
- Eligibility Screening & Shortlisting as per notified criteria for absorption/composite method.
- Vigilance/Disciplinary Clearance, integrity certificate, and APARs/ACRs for the preceding five years are mandatory (Annexure-II & Annexure-III formats provided in the notice). :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
- Assessment/Interview by the competent authority as per MoPSW guidelines.
How to Apply (Through Proper Channel)
- Download/read the notification and use the prescribed proforma/annexures given therein.
- Get the application forwarded through the Head of Office/Parent Organization, enclosing:
- Attested APARs/ACRs for the last 5 years (e.g., 2019–20 to 2023–24).
- Vigilance & Disciplinary clearance, integrity certificate, and certificate of no major/minor penalty in the last 10 years. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
- Submit to the address and within the timeline specified in the notification/circular. Applications not routed through proper channel or received late will be summarily rejected.
Pay Scale & Benefits
- IDA Pay Scale: ₹80,000 – ₹2,20,000 (E6 level) at New Mangalore Port Authority. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
- Perquisites/Allowances: As per NMPA/MoPSW rules applicable to Class I officers under the Major Port Authorities regime.
📅 Important Dates
| Notification Publication | August 2025 (hosted on NMPA website) |
| Application Deadline (Through Proper Channel) | 06.10.2025 — Applications received after this date will not be considered. |
| Advance Copy Note | Advance copy alone is not valid. If sent, the application must still reach NMPA through proper channel within 15 days of the last date. |
Tip: Start your proper-channel forwarding early to allow time for APARs, vigilance & integrity certificates.
📥 Important Links
Use only the above official links for eligibility, timelines, and application format.
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Role & Responsibilities (Indicative)
The Senior Deputy Chief Accounts Officer is a leadership position in Accounts & Finance, supporting the Port’s mission with strong governance and fiscal discipline. The role typically includes:
- Financial stewardship: oversee budgeting, fund flow, working capital planning, and cash/bank management; monitor revenue and expenditure against targets.
- Accounting & reporting: ensure timely monthly/quarterly closings, trial balance reviews, finalization of annual accounts, and preparation of management reports for the Competent Authority.
- Compliance management: supervise statutory/tax compliances (e.g., GST, TDS/TCS), support audit requirements, and coordinate with statutory, internal, and C&AG auditors.
- Controls & risk: strengthen internal controls, delegation of powers, asset capitalization, inventory controls, and identify process risks with remediation plans.
- Costing & tariffs: review costing statements, project appraisals, and proposals connected to marine operations, cargo handling, estates, and tariff submissions.
- Systems & modernization: guide ERP/accounting modules, digital workflows, and data integrity; promote analytics for revenue assurance and leak-prevention.
- People leadership: mentor the finance team, build bench strength, and drive a culture of accuracy, timeliness, and service orientation to internal stakeholders.
Note: The above outline is indicative and may be refined by NMPA as per organizational needs.

