Cochin Shipyard Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 139 Graduate & Diploma Apprentice Posts | Eligibility, Stipend & Last Date

• Organization Name : Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL)
• Post Name : Graduate & Diploma Apprentice
• Job Type : Central Govt
• Recruitment Type : Contract
• Advt No : CSL/P&A/APPE/SEL
• Vacancies : 139
• Job Location : Kochi – Kerala
• Salary : Rs.13,000 – Rs.15,000 (Per Month)
• Mode of Application : Online
• Application Start : 12.08.2026
• Last Date : 01.09.2026

 

Important Dates : Cochin Shipyard Recruitment 2026

• Starting Date to Apply : 12 August 2026
• Last Date to Apply : 01 September 2026

Vacancy Details : Cochin Shipyard Recruitment 2026

• Electrical & Electronics Engg. : 12
• Mechanical Engg. : 22
• Electronics & Communication Engg. : 05
• Civil Engg. : 06
• Computer Science/ Information Technology : 04
• Fire & Safety Engg. : 04
• Marine Engg. : 04
• Naval Architecture & Shipbuilding : 04

Total : 61 Posts

B. Technician (Diploma) Apprentices

• Electrical Engg. : 15
• Mechanical Engg. : 23
• Electronics Engg. : 08
• Instrumentation Technology : 04
• Civil Engg. : 13
• Computer Engg. : 05
• Commercial Practice : 10

Total : 78 Posts

Salary Details : Cochin Shipyard Recruitment 2026

• Graduate Apprentices : Rs.15,000/- (Stipend Per Month)
• Technician (Diploma) Apprentices : Rs.13,000/- (Stipend Per Month)

Age Limit : Cochin Shipyard Recruitment 2026

• Graduate & Diploma Apprentice : 18 years old as on 01.09.2026.

Qualification : Cochin Shipyard Recruitment 2026

A. Category – I Graduate Apprentices:

• A Degree in Engineering or Technology granted by a Statutory University in relevant discipline.
• A Degree in Engineering or Technology granted by an Institution empowered to grant such degree by an Act of Parliament in relevant discipline.
• Graduate examination of Professional bodies recognised by the State Government or Central Government as equivalent to above.
• Some Universities/Institutes/Examination Boards do not award Class or Percentage of marks and allot Aggregate Grade Points (e.g. CGPA/OGPA/CPI, etc.). In case University/Institute/Examination Board defines criteria for conversion of Aggregate Grade Point into Class and/or percentage of marks, the same shall be accepted. However, where the University/ Institute/ Examination does not define criteria for conversion of Aggregate Grade Point into Class and/or percentage of marks, the Aggregate Grade Points shall be multiplied by 10 to get the required percentage of marks.

B. Category – II Technician (Diploma) Apprentices:

a) Sl.No 1 to 6

• A Diploma in Engineering or Technology granted by a State Council or Board of Technical Education established by a State Government in relevant discipline.
• A Diploma in Engineering or Technology granted by a University in relevant discipline.
• A Diploma in Engineering and Technology granted by an Institution recognised by the State Government or Central Government as equivalent to above.

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• Commercial Practice: A Diploma in Commercial Practice granted by an Institution recognized by the State Government or Central Government.

C. Equivalency:

• Those candidates having qualifications equivalent to any of the prescribed qualifications should submit Equivalency Certificate issued by the competent authority and without such certificate, their candidature will not be considered.

Application Fee : Cochin Shipyard Recruitment 2026

• There is no application fee required for Cochin Shipyard Recruitment

Selection Process : Cochin Shipyard Recruitment 2026

• A. Only candidates who are domicile of Kerala shall be considered. Shortlisting of candidates for selection will be done based on the percentage of marks obtained in the basic prescribed qualification as applicable to the respective disciplines. In case, same percentage of marks is secured by more than one candidate in prescribed qualification, relative merit shall be decided based on seniority in passing year. In the event year of passing is identical for multiple candidates, precedence shall be given to the candidate who is senior in age, as determined by the date of birth.
• B. Candidates short-listed for the certificate verification prior selection should bring the original certificates towards proof of age, qualification, percentage of mark, caste, disability (if any) etc. and self-attested copies of all these certificates, for verification and their candidature shall be considered on the strength of the original certificates. In case of failure to produce the original certificates, the candidature shall be rejected.
• C. Those candidates who successfully complete certificate verification shall be provisionally considered for selection against the notified training seats in the order of merit/reservation, subject to Medical fitness.

How to Apply : Cochin Shipyard Recruitment 2026

If you are interested and found yourself eligible for Graduate & Diploma Apprentice,. click on the apply online link given below. Then, find the appropriate option and fill up the form. You can apply online from 12 Aug 2026 to 01 Sep 2026.Follow the steps given below to Apply Online

• Open the official website www.cochinshipyard.com
• Find the Graduate & Diploma Apprentice Job Notification in the “Recruitment / Career / Advertising Menu” and click on it.
• Download the official notification from the link provided at the end.
• Read the Full Notification. carefully and check your eligibility criteria.
• Visit the Online Official Online Application / Registration link below.
• Fill in the required details correctly without any mistakes.
• Upload all required documents in the format and size mentioned in the notification.
• Finally, after verifying that the registered details are correct, then submit.
• Next, if Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), requires an application fee, make the payment as per the notification mode. Otherwise, go to the next step.
• Take a printout of it and keep it safe

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. What is the total number of vacancies available in CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

• A: There are a total of 139 vacancies, comprising 61 Graduate Apprentice seats and 78 Technician (Diploma) Apprentice seats.

Q2. Who is eligible to apply for this apprenticeship program?

• A: Candidates who are domiciles of Kerala and have passed their B.E./B.Tech degree or Engineering/Commercial Practice Diploma in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible.

Q3. What is the monthly stipend offered for Graduate and Diploma Apprentices?

• Graduate Apprentices: ₹15,000 per month
• Technician (Diploma) Apprentices: ₹13,000 per month

Q4. What is the age limit for applicants?

• A: Candidates must be at least 18 years old as of 01.09.2026.

Q5. Is there any application fee to apply?

• A: No, there is no application fee (Nil).

Q6. What is the selection process for CSL Apprenticeships?

• A: Candidates are shortlisted based on the percentage of marks obtained in their basic qualification (Degree/Diploma). Shortlisted candidates will then undergo certificate verification and medical fitness evaluation.

Q7. How do I apply for this vacancy online?

• A: Applications must be submitted through the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in). Register/Login to your profile, search for “COCHIN SHIPYARD LIMITED” under advertised vacancies, and click Apply.

Q8. What are the important dates for submission?

• A:Online Registration Starts: 12.08.2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 01.09.2026

Q9. Are candidates who have previously completed apprenticeship training eligible?

• A: No. Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act are not eligible.

Q10. Will Cochin Shipyard provide permanent employment after training?

• A: No. Completion of apprenticeship training confers no right or obligation on CSL to provide permanent employment.