Overview
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a Government of India Mini Ratna Schedule 'A' Enterprise has published an official recruitment notification for the position of Apprentice. The last date to submit applications is 1 September 2026. Job location: Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kochi, Kerala.
Particulars Details Organisation Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a Government of India Mini Ratna Schedule 'A' Enterprise Notification No. & Date CSL/P&A/APPE/SEL. DESIGNTD/DEGREE_DIPLOMA_2023_2024/2023/4, dated 12 August 2026 Purpose Engagement of Graduate/Technician (Diploma) Apprentices under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973 Categories Category I – Graduate Apprentices; Category II – Technician (Diploma) Apprentices Total Training Seats 139 (61 Graduate + 78 Technician/Diploma) Domicile Requirement Kerala domicile candidates only Passing Years Eligible 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 Application Mode Online, via the NATS portal Application Fee Nil Training Duration 1 year Job/Training Location Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kochi, Kerala Official Website cochinshipyard.in Important Dates: Event Date Notification Date 12 August 2026 Online Application Start Date 12 August 2026 Last Date to Apply Online 1 September 2026
Quick Reference
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a Government of India Mini Ratna Schedule 'A' Enterprise |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Application Mode | online |
| Application Start Date | 12 August 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 1 September 2026 |
| Age Limit | Minimum physical standards are as prescribed in Clause 4 of the Apprenticeship Rules 1992, and any amendments thereof.Candidates are advised to check whether they satisfy the prescribed age limit before applying. |
| Application Fee | Nil (No application fee mentioned in official source) |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Category | Stipend per Month |
| Selection Process | If multiple candidates secure the same percentage of marks, relative merit is decided by seniority in the year of passing; |
| Job Location | Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kochi, Kerala |
| Official Website | https://cochinshipyard.in/ |
| Source Name | cochinshipyard.in |
| Freshness Reference Date | 2026-08-16 |
Vacancy Details
Category I – Graduate Apprentices; | Category II – Technician (Diploma) Apprentices | Category | Category I – Graduate Apprentices
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Post-wise minimum qualification is as follows. | DESIGNTD/DEGREE_DIPLOMA_2023_2024/2023/4, dated 12 August 2026 Purpose Engagement of Graduate/Technician (Diploma) Apprentices under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973 Categories Category I – Graduate Apprentices; | Category II – Technician (Diploma) Apprentices Total Training Seats 139 (61 Graduate + 78 Technician/Diploma) Domicile Requirement Kerala domicile candidates only Passing Years Eligible 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 Application Mode Online, via the NATS portal Application Fee Nil Training Duration 1 year Job/Training Location Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kochi, Kerala Official Website cochinshipyard.in
Applicants must be domicile of Kerala and must have passed their qualifying examination during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026. | Post-wise minimum qualification is as follows. | DESIGNTD/DEGREE_DIPLOMA_2023_2024/2023/4, dated 12 August 2026 Purpose Engagement of Graduate/Technician (Diploma) Apprentices under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973 Categories Category I – Graduate Apprentices; | Category II – Technician (Diploma) Apprentices Total Training Seats 139 (61 Graduate + 78 Technician/Diploma) Domicile Requirement Kerala domicile candidates only Passing Years Eligible 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 Application Mode Online, via the NATS portal Application Fee Nil Training Duration 1 year Job/Training Location Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kochi, Kerala Official Website cochinshipyard.in...
Applicants must be domicile of Kerala and must have passed their qualifying examination during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026. Post-wise minimum qualification is as follows.
Age Limit & Relaxations
Minimum physical standards are as prescribed in Clause 4 of the Apprenticeship Rules 1992, and any amendments thereof.Candidates are advised to check whether they satisfy the prescribed age limit before applying.
Candidates must be above 18 years of age as on 1 September 2026. Reservation of training seats for SC, ST, OBC, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) will follow applicable Government of India directives. Minimum physical standards are as prescribed in Clause 4 of the Apprenticeship Rules 1992, and any amendments thereof.Candidates are advised to check whether they satisfy the prescribed age limit before applying. Use our online Age Calculator to calculate your exact age instantly.
Age relaxation is provided to candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories in accordance with official government guidelines.
Application Fee
Nil (No application fee mentioned in official source)
There is no application fee for this apprenticeship notification.
Salary & Pay Scale
Category | Stipend per Month
Category Stipend per Month Category I – Graduate Apprentices ₹15,000 Category II – Technician (Diploma) Apprentices ₹13,000 No travel expenses are admissible during the apprenticeship training period, and CSL will not provide boarding or lodging. The training duration is one year as per the Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973, and completion of apprenticeship does not entitle the apprentice to any claim of employment with CSL.
Selection Process
If multiple candidates secure the same percentage of marks, relative merit is decided by seniority in the year of passing;
Only candidates who are domicile of Kerala will be considered. Shortlisting is based on the percentage of marks obtained in the basic prescribed qualification for the respective discipline. If multiple candidates secure the same percentage of marks, relative merit is decided by seniority in the year of passing; if the passing year is also identical, precedence goes to the candidate senior in age (by date of birth). Shortlisted candidates must attend certificate verification with original documents (age, qualification, marks, caste, disability certificate if applicable) along with self-attested copies. Candidates who fail to produce originals will be rejected. Candidates who successfully complete certificate verification will be provisionally selected against the notified training seats in order of merit/reservation, subject to medical fitness.
Important Dates
Notification Date: 12 August 2026 | Online Application Start Date: 12 August 2026 | Last Date to Apply Online: 1 September 2026
- Notification Release Date: 12 August 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 12 August 2026
- Application Last Date: 1 September 2026
How to Apply
Apply online through https://cochinshipyard.in/
All applications must be submitted online through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal at nats.education.gov.in.
Links Supplied in the Excel Row
| Label | URL | Status |
|---|---|---|
| CSL Graduate and Technician Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | https://cochinshipyard.in/uploads/career/afd6b02aeff840cd040835d58aa05... (PDF) | Verified (exact match with official_notification_link) |
| Award scheme for translated books in Hindi | https://cochinshipyard.in/uploads/FTPStaging/AWARD-SCHEME/Award-scheme... (PDF) | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Energy Conservation Award -2017 | https://cochinshipyard.in/uploads/FTPStaging/Energy-conservation/Energ... (PDF) | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Energy conservation activities at CSL | https://cochinshipyard.in/uploads/FTPStaging/Energy-conservation/ENERG... (PDF) | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Energy Policy | https://cochinshipyard.in/uploads/FTPStaging/Energy-conservation/ENERG... (PDF) | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Energy Cell and Conservation Awareness | https://cochinshipyard.in/uploads/FTPStaging/Energy-conservation/Energ... (PDF) | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Latest Issue of Hindi Magazine "Sagar Ratna" (E-magazine) | https://cochinshipyard.in/uploads/hindimagazine/c12ef47087fb8c84a2309f... (PDF) | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| ISMS Certificate | https://cochinshipyard.in/uploads/ISO-IEC_27001-ENG-C718609-0-20250324... (PDF) | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Equal Opportunity Policy for Persons with Disabilities | https://cochinshipyard.in/uploads/SOPCSLEqualOppPolicydt06.08.2025.pdf | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| STQC Certificate | https://cochinshipyard.in/uploads/STQCCertificate25022021.pdf | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Official Website | https://cochinshipyard.in/ | Verified (exact match with official_website_link) |
Sources and Verification
| Field | Exact Value from Excel Row |
|---|---|
| category | job |
| official_website_link | https://cochinshipyard.in/ |
| freshness_reference_date | 2026-08-16 |
These values are reproduced exactly from the supplied Excel row and may require verification.
Last verified: 2026-08-16
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Apprentice?
The last date for submitting applications for Apprentice is 1 September 2026. Candidates should submit their applications prior to the deadline to avoid technical issues.
What is the educational qualification required for Apprentice?
The required educational qualification is: Post-wise minimum qualification is as follows. | DESIGNTD/DEGREE_DIPLOMA_2023_2024/2023/4, dated 12 August 2026 Purpose Engagement of Graduate/Technician (Diploma) Apprentices under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973 Categories Category I – Graduate Apprentices; | Category II – Technician (Diploma. Candidates should verify their specific degree/diploma requirements in the official notification.
What is the age limit for Apprentice?
The age limit criteria is: Minimum physical standards are as prescribed in Clause 4 of the Apprenticeship Rules 1992, and any amendments thereof.Candidates are advised to check whether they satisfy the prescribed age limit before applying.. Age relaxations are provided for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories as per government rules.
What is the salary scale for Apprentice?
Selected candidates will receive salary as per: Category | Stipend per Month. Additional allowances such as DA, HRA, and medical benefits apply as per institutional norms.
What is the selection process for Apprentice?
The selection procedure involves: If multiple candidates secure the same percentage of marks, relative merit is decided by seniority in the year of passing;. Candidates must clear all applicable evaluation rounds for appointment.
What is the application fee for Apprentice?
The application fee structure is: Nil (No application fee mentioned in official source).
How can candidates apply for Apprentice?
Applications must be submitted online through the official portal (https://cochinshipyard.in/) as specified in the recruitment instructions.