Introduction & Organization Overview
The Chittagong Port Authority (CPA) is the principal seaport of Bangladesh, responsible for handling the vast majority of the country's maritime trade. Functioning as an autonomous government entity under the Ministry of Shipping, CPA maintains operational excellence, security, and harbor management. CPA has released a major recruitment circular for multiple permanent positions to strengthen its workforce across technical, administrative, and security divisions.
Job Circular Quick Highlights
Here’s a concise summary of the key details for this significant job circular:
- Organization Name: Chittagong Port Authority (CPA)
- Total Vacant Posts: 315 positions across 22 categories
- Circular Publication Date: October 25, 2026
- Online Application Deadline: December 08, 2026
- Job Type: Full Time (Permanent Government Service)
- Standard Age Limit: Up to 32 years (up to 40 years for specific technical posts)
- Salary Scale & Grade: Grade-09 to Grade-20 as per National Pay Scale 2015
- Application Fee: BDT 50 to BDT 200 depending on post grade
- Official Apply Website URL: http://cpadigital.gov.bd/jobs
District Quotas & Candidate Eligibility
Candidates from all districts of Bangladesh are eligible to apply for these permanent positions unless restricted by general government employment rules. The maximum age limit is generally 32 years as of November 08, 2026, with relaxations up to 40 years for technical posts such as 1st Class Engine Driver, and special relaxation for ex-military personnel under security roles.
Step-by-Step Online Application & Fee Payment Guide
Online registration commences on November 08, 2026 at 10:00 AM and closes on December 08, 2026 at 12:00 PM. Applicants must submit their details through the official portal at cpadigital.gov.bd/jobs using Unicode Bengali for text input. Candidates need to upload a recent color photo (300x300 pixels, max 100 KB) and signature (300x80 pixels, max 60 KB). After submitting the online application, the fee (ranging from BDT 50 to BDT 200 based on the post category) must be completed online via the 'pay now' option within the stipulated deadline (payment deadline December 10, 2026).
Selection Procedure, Admit Card & Examination Tips
The recruitment process involves written examinations, practical tests (for technical, typing, and driver posts), physical fitness tests (for Security Guard and Sub-Inspector), and oral interviews (Viva-Voce). Admit cards will be available for download from cpadigital.gov.bd/jobs, and applicants will be notified via SMS. Candidates should keep their User ID and Password saved for retrieving admit cards.
