Lakshadweep Development Corporation (LDCL) — UT Administration of Lakshadweep
The Lakshadweep Development Corporation (LDCL) has issued an official recruitment notification for Chief Engineer (Civil), announcing a total of 1 vacancies located in All India. The closing date for submission of online application forms is 01 June 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Degree or equivalent in Civil or Mechanical Engineering and be within the prescribed age limit of Max 56 years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 1,44,200/- Per Month. The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting, Document Verification, Interview. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Last Date to Apply |
01 Jun 2026
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|---|---|
| Fee Payment Deadline | 01 Jun 2026 |
| Post Name | Chief Engineer (Civil) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | Degree or equivalent in Civil or Mechanical Engineering |
| Age Limit | Max 56 years |
| Salary | Rs. 1,44,200/- Per Month |
| Application Fee | None |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting, Document Verification, Interview |
Cut-off Date: 01 Jun 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 56 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 56 yrs | — | 02 Jun 1970 to 01 Jun 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 56 yrs | — | 02 Jun 1970 to 01 Jun 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 59 yrs | +3 yrs | 02 Jun 1967 to 01 Jun 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 61 yrs | +5 yrs | 02 Jun 1965 to 01 Jun 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 61 yrs | +5 yrs | 02 Jun 1965 to 01 Jun 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 66 yrs | +10 yrs | 02 Jun 1960 to 01 Jun 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–56 Years (As on 01 Jun 2026)
This post carries Pay Level 14 (Grade Pay ₹10,000) under the 7th Central Pay Commission with entry-level basic pay of ₹144,200/month. Below is the estimated monthly in-hand salary across all three city classifications (DA at 50% included).
| Component | X-City (Metro) | Y-City (Town) | Z-City (Rural) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹144,200 | ₹144,200 | ₹144,200 |
| Dearness Allowance (50%) | ₹72,100 | ₹72,100 | ₹72,100 |
| HRA | ₹43,260 (30%) | ₹28,840 (20%) | ₹14,420 (10%) |
| Transport Allowance (+ DA) | ₹10,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| Gross Monthly Pay | ₹270,360 | ₹250,540 | ₹236,120 |
| Total Deductions (NPS, CGHS, etc.) | −₹22,950 | −₹22,950 | −₹22,950 |
| ✨ Estimated In-Hand Salary | ₹247,410 | ₹227,590 | ₹213,170 |
Estimates based on 7th CPC Pay Matrix with current DA rate (50%). Actual salary may vary based on posting location, additional allowances, and individual deductions. Use the interactive calculator below for detailed city-wise breakdown.
Pay Level 14 (Grade Pay ₹10,000) • Starting Basic: ₹144,200/month
The Lakshadweep Development Corporation (LDCL) has officially announced a high-level recruitment notification for the position of Chief Engineer (Civil) for the year 2026. This is a prestigious opportunity for experienced engineering professionals looking to serve in a critical role within the Harbour and Port machinery sector on a deputation basis.
Interested candidates can find the primary details of the recruitment drive in the table below:
| Organization | Lakshadweep Development Corporation (LDCL) |
| Post Name | Chief Engineer (Civil) |
| Total Vacancy | 01 |
| Salary | Rs. 1,44,200/- Per Month |
| Job Type | Deputation |
| Last Date to Apply | June 01, 2026 |
To be eligible for the LDCL Chief Engineer post, candidates must fulfill the following educational and professional requirements:
The maximum age limit for applying is 56 years. Age relaxation for SC/ST candidates is applicable up to 5 years as per government norms.
Selected candidates for the Chief Engineer position will receive a consolidated monthly salary of Rs. 1,44,200/-. Other benefits will be as per the corporation's deputation policy.
The recruitment will be conducted through the following stages:
Eligible candidates are required to apply through the official email process as specified in the notification:
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