Cochin Shipyard Limited — Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Cut-off Date: 01 Sep 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 28 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 | 28 yrs | — | 02 Sep 1998 to 01 Sep 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 28 yrs | — | 02 Sep 1998 to 01 Sep 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 31 yrs | +3 yrs | 02 Sep 1995 to 01 Sep 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 02 Sep 1993 to 01 Sep 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 02 Sep 1993 to 01 Sep 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +10 yrs | 02 Sep 1988 to 01 Sep 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–28 Years (As on 01 Sep 2026)
The Cochin Shipyard Limited has issued an official recruitment notification for Graduate and Technician Apprentice, announcing a total of 139 vacancies located in Kerala. The online application window opens on 12 August 2026 and closes on 01 September 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Degree or Diploma in Engineering/Technology or Diploma in Commercial Practice and be within the prescribed age limit of Minimum 18 years as on 01-09-2026, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Graduate: ₹15,000/month; Technician: ₹13,000/month. The selection procedure comprises Merit-based on qualifying examination marks followed by certificate verification. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 12 Aug 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
01 Sep 2026
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| Post Name | Graduate and Technician Apprentice |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 139 |
| Qualification | Degree or Diploma in Engineering/Technology or Diploma in Commercial Practice |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years as on 01-09-2026 |
| Salary | Graduate: ₹15,000/month; Technician: ₹13,000/month |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection Process | Merit-based on qualifying examination marks followed by certificate verification |
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a Mini Ratna Schedule 'A' Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, has announced the recruitment of 139 Graduate and Technician (Diploma) Apprentices for the 2026 cycle. This apprenticeship program is conducted under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973 for a duration of one year.
| Category | Discipline | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, Civil, CS/IT, Fire & Safety, Marine, Naval Architecture | 61 |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Civil, Computer Engineering, Commercial Practice | 78 |
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as per the Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973:
Selection is based purely on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying degree or diploma. In the event of a tie in marks, the year of passing will be considered for seniority, followed by the candidate's date of birth. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for document verification at the CSL facility in Kochi.
No, there is no application fee for the apprenticeship recruitment process.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age as of 1 September 2026.
No, this recruitment is strictly restricted to candidates possessing a Kerala domicile.
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