VPA Fire Officer Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post, Apply Offline by 10 Aug (Andhra Pradesh)

Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA), under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India, has released Fire Officer Recruitment 2026 under Employment Notice No. C2/03/2026 for 1 post on a contract basis. The post is for the Marine Department at the port, which requires supervisory-level fire safety expertise to maintain firefighting readiness across the port area. Graduates with prior fire service training and supervisory experience in a large fire establishment are eligible to apply. The selected Fire Officer will supervise fire prevention and firefighting arrangements at the port, oversee Fire Safety Inspectors, maintain firefighting equipment, and coordinate with other fire services in Visakhapatnam. Selection for VPA Fire Officer Recruitment 2026 is based on certificate verification followed by an interview, with shortlisted candidates also required to clear a Heavy Vehicle driving test. The salary for Fire Officer 2026 is a consolidated ₹60,000 per month, with the contract renewable annually based on performance. The VPA Fire Officer 2026 application must be submitted offline to the Secretary, Visakhapatnam Port Authority, on or before 10 August 2026. There is no application fee for this recruitment. Candidates must read the complete official VPA Fire Officer 2026 notification PDF at vpt.shipping.gov.in before applying, as the crucial date for determining eligibility is the date of notification, 09 July 2026.

Graduate from a recognised University or Institution. Must have undergone 6 months of training in a recognised Fire Training Institute or College. Must possess a valid driving license for Light and Heavy Vehicles. Minimum 3 years of working experience in a supervisory capacity in a large Fire Service Establishment in an Industry or Government Undertaking. Candidates recommended for interview must undergo a Heavy Vehicle driving test.

• 18 to 40 years as on the date of notification (09 July 2026)

• Graduate from a recognised University or Institution
• 6 months training in a recognised Fire Training Institute or College
• Valid driving license for Light and Heavy Vehicles
• Minimum 3 years supervisory experience in a large Fire Service Establishment in an Industry or Government Undertaking
• Age 18 to 40 years as on 09 July 2026
• Minimum height 167 cm, chest (normal) minimum 81 cm, chest (expanded) minimum 85 cm, weight minimum 50 kg
• Must clear a Heavy Vehicle driving test if recommended for interview

No application fee

• Consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹60,000
• Contract initially for one year, extendable based on performance
• No other allowances beyond the consolidated remuneration

1. Visit https://vpt.shipping.gov.in — official website of Visakhapatnam Port Authority
2. Go to the Careers section and download the complete official notification PDF (Employment Notice No. C2/03/2026)
3. Read the notification carefully and confirm eligibility as on 09 July 2026
4. Download and fill the Model Application Format (Annexure-I) by hand or typed
5. Attach self-attested photocopies of certificates for educational qualification, experience, age and caste (if applicable)
6. Attach proof of fire training course completion and valid driving license
7. Place all documents in an envelope addressed to the Secretary, Visakhapatnam Port Authority
8. Send the application by speed post or registered post to: Secretary, 1st Floor, Administrative Office Building, Visakhapatnam Port Authority, Visakhapatnam – 530035
9. Ensure the envelope reaches the office on or before 10 August 2026
10. Retain a copy of the submitted application and postal receipt for reference