Ever wondered what it’s like to work where ships meet the skyline? Where the hum of engines, salty air, and a splash of adventure mix with government-grade job security? Well, Mongla Port Authority just published a job circular of 113 new vacancies across Grade 9 to 20.
From engineers and hydrographers to cooks and sailors, there’s a role for nearly everyone who dreams of a steady career by the sea. Now the application process is open, a short window to anchor your future. In this article we will discuss through everything you need to know, with a touch of humor, honesty.
Why Do Mongla Port Jobs Matter?
Mongla Port isn’t just another government office. It’s Bangladesh’s second-largest seaport, handling thousands of ships and millions of tons of cargo every year. Think of it as the beating heart of trade on the country’s southwest coast.
Working here means your part of something tangible, every crate unloaded, every vessel anchored, every hydrographic map drawn. It all keeps Bangladesh’s economy afloat.
Mongla Port isn’t just hiring officers in fancy suits. They’re hiring the folks who make the engines run, literally.
Application Timeline
Phase | Date | Time |
Application Start | October 16, 2025 | 9:00 AM |
Application Deadline | November 9, 2025 | 5:00 PM |
Application | Official Website mpajobsbd.com |
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Minimum Age | 18 years (as of Oct 1, 2025) |
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Maximum Age | 32 years (general quota) |
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If you’ve worked in government or semi-government roles before, you’ll need official permission before applying. Oh and no, you can’t apply through your cousin who “knows someone at the port.” Online only.
Posts, Qualifications & Salaries
Here’s where it gets interesting. The port isn’t hiring just one type of worker — it’s a full deck crew. Check out the range below:
Post | No. of Vacancies | Qualification | Salary (BDT) | Grade |
Hydrographer | 1 | Postgraduate in Math/Geography | 22,000–53,060 | 9 |
Asst. Engineer (Navy/Naval Stores) | 1 | BSc in Naval Architecture / Engg. | 22,000–53,060 | 9 |
Deputy Asst. Engineer (Navy) | 1 | Diploma in Naval/Shipbuilding | 16,000–38,640 | 10 |
1st Class Driver | 1 | 8th Class + Certificate | 12,500–30,230 | 11 |
Wireless Operator | 5 | SSC + Wireless Certificate | 10,200–24,680 | 14 |
Line Keeper | 4 | Class VIII | 9,700–23,490 | 15 |
Class II Driver | 2 | Experience + Cert. | 9,700–23,490 | 15 |
Greaser cum Pump Driver | 1 | Class VIII + Trade Cert. | 9,300–22,490 | 16 |
Carpenter | 1 | Class VIII + Trade Cert. | 9,300–22,490 | 16 |
E-Cutter | 1 | SSC + DTC Cert. | 9,300–22,490 | 16 |
Greaser | 7 | SSC + Ship Experience | 9,000–21,800 | 17 |
Kachhab (Deck) | 1 | Class VIII + Experience | 8,800–21,310 | 18 |
Laskar | 46 | SSC Pass | 8,500–20,570 | 19 |
Bhandari | 30 | Class VIII + Cooking Exp. | 8,500–20,570 | 19 |
Cook | 2 | Class VIII + Catering Exp. | 8,500–20,570 | 19 |
Tupass | 4 | Class VIII + Exp. | 8,500–20,570 | 19 |
Tupass | 4 | Class VIII + Exp. | 8,500–20,570 | 19 |
Salon Boy | 2 | SSC Pass | 8,250–20,010 | 20 |
Majhi (Boatman) | 3 | Class VIII + 3 yrs Exp. | 8,250–20,010 | 20 |
Yes, 113 jobs, every one different from the next. You could be an engineer designing ships or the guy making sure everyone’s fed during a 12-hour shift. Both matters equally here.
Fees, Forms, and Fine Print
Applying for government jobs always feels like buying a train ticket — too many steps, too many buttons. But hey, here’s the short version:
Post Category | Application Fee | Teletalk Charge | Total |
Serial 1–3 | 200 | 23 | 223 BDT |
Serial 4 | 150 | 22 | 172 BDT |
Serial 5–10 | 100 | 21 | 121 BDT |
Serial 11–18 | 50 | 19 | 69 BDT |
Freedom Fighters, Disabled, 3rd Gender | 50 | 19 | 69 BDT |
Payment window: within 72 hours of form submission.
So, no procrastinating. This isn’t one of those “I’ll do it later” moments.
Application Process Step by Step
Let’s make this simple:
- Go to the official site.
- Register with your name, mobile number, and email (English only).
- Fill out the form carefully — spelling errors = rejection.
- Upload documents (photo, signature).
- Pay the fee through Teletalk.
- Wait for the confirmation SMS.
Don’t forget the 72-hour rule. Miss it, and your application will vanish into the digital Bermuda Triangle.
Final Thoughts
Mongla Port is the kind of place where a hydrographer and a cook could grab tea together after shift. Where your job isn’t just a desk. It’s a dock, a deck, a world of movement.
Even if you don’t end up landing one of these 113 spots, just reading about opportunities like this should remind you. There’s still work worth doing in Bangladesh. Work that keeps ships sailing and trade flowing. So, grab your documents, set a reminder for October 16, and start your application before the deadline.
