About This Job

Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port Authority (SMPA), Kolkata has invited offline applications for 3 vacancies under SMPA Sounding Supervisor-cum-Draftsman (on contract) 2026 — 3 Posts (Admn/6497/C/DMD/Sd. Sup.-cum-Dftman./Contract; fresh circular dated 10 Nov 2026 (replaces 12 May 2026 circular — no candidate qualified in written exam 11 Sep 2026)). Candidates with B.Sc./B.E./B.Tech from a recognised university/institute + working knowledge of computers. Desirable: Certificate/Diploma in Civil Engineering; experience in hydrography or land surveying. Indian citizens only. can apply. The pay scale is Rs 26,000/month consolidated; 3-year contract; 7.5% annual increment; ESI + EPF; medical facilities at Centenary Hospital (self + spouse); 15 days leave/year; TA/DA on tour; SMPA accommodation on licence fee and the application fee is Not in notification. Interested candidates can apply offline before 09 Dec 2026 through the official website.

Contractual sounding/drafting posts monitoring channel depth at critical bars/crossings (12-hour days per tide/survey schedule); 3-year engagement

SMPA Sounding Supervisor-cum-Draftsman (on contract) 2026 — 3 Posts - Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Eligibility

Salary / Pay Scale

🏆Selection Process — Step by Step

1. Written/Proficiency Test and/or Personal Interview as decided by SMPA (date/time/venue intimated later)
2. antecedent verification + medical fitness before joining

Each stage is qualifying — you must clear one stage to reach the next. Final merit is prepared as per the rules in the official notification.

How to Apply

1. Fill Annexure-I form (name, father's/husband's name, DOB, addresses, nationality, qualifications with %, computer knowledge, experience, phone, email), affix self-attested photo, sign declaration, attach self-attested copies incl. DOB proof
2. send by post to Director, Marine Department, SMPA, 15 Strand Road, Kolkata – 700001, to reach by 09 Dec 2026

Important Links

📝Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Exact marks distribution, number of questions, negative marking and detailed syllabus are given in the official notification PDF — download it from Important Links above.

📄Documents Required

• Recent passport-size photograph — as per the size and format specified in the notification
• Scanned signature — clear signature on white paper, scanned as specified
• Educational certificates & mark sheets (B.Sc./B.E./B.Tech from a recognised university/institute + working knowledge of computers. Desirable: Certificate/Diploma in Civil Engineering; experience in hydrography or land surveying. Indian citizens only.) — proof of your qualification
• Valid photo ID proof — Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card / Driving Licence
• Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) — only if you are claiming age or fee relaxation
• Domicile / residence certificate — if the notification requires it
• Experience certificate — only if the post requires prior experience
• Disability certificate (PwD) — only if applicable

Keep scanned copies ready in the prescribed size and format before starting the online application. Mismatched or missing documents lead to rejection.

❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

🏆How to Check Result

1. Visit the official website: https://smportkolkata.shipping.gov.in (link in Important Links above).
2. Look for the Results / Career section on the homepage.
3. Find the result link for SMPA Sounding Supervisor-cum-Draftsman (on contract) 2026 — 3 Posts.
4. Enter your roll number / registration number and date of birth.
5. Download and save the scorecard / merit list PDF for future reference.

Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port Authority (SMPA), Kolkata publishes results only on its official website. Beware of fake result websites asking for money.