DGMA Recruitment for Management Support Associates
Mumbai, October 22: A significant opportunity has emerged for job seekers aspiring to work under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways of the Government of India. The Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) in Mumbai has issued an official notification inviting applications for 30 contractual positions of Management Support Associates (MSA).
The online application process for these vacancies will commence on October 23 and will remain open until November 12. Interested candidates can complete their registration on the DGMA’s official website once the application portal is activated. Additionally, a correction window for any mistakes made during the application process will be available on November 15.
Applicants must possess a graduation degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized university/institution. Furthermore, candidates should have practical knowledge of computer operations, MS Office, spreadsheets, data entry, the internet, and email. Preference will be given to those with postgraduate qualifications and/or experience in office automation, data management, record digitization, and work in government or PSU offices.
The minimum age for applicants is set at 18 years, while the maximum age limit is 35 years as of October 23, 2026. Candidates from reserved categories will receive age relaxation as per government norms.
Selection of eligible candidates will be based on a computer-based test (CBT), a typing test (15 minutes), document and eligibility verification, followed by an interview and/or functional efficiency assessment conducted by DGMA. The final selection will adhere to the approved merit system and fulfillment of all eligibility and contractual conditions.
Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary of ₹75,000, along with additional benefits and allowances. The CBT examination centers will be located only within the Greater Mumbai Metropolitan area, Thane, and Navi Mumbai, with the date and time to be announced soon.
It is important to note that this recruitment by DGMA will be for one year, with the possibility of extension up to a maximum of three years based on the candidates’ performance and approval from the competent authority. Selected candidates will be posted in Mumbai.
