Cochin Shipyard Limited — Human Resources
Cut-off Date: 04 Sep 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 25 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 | 25 yrs | — | 05 Sep 2001 to 04 Sep 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 25 yrs | — | 05 Sep 2001 to 04 Sep 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 28 yrs | +3 yrs | 05 Sep 1998 to 04 Sep 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 30 yrs | +5 yrs | 05 Sep 1996 to 04 Sep 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 30 yrs | +5 yrs | 05 Sep 1996 to 04 Sep 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | +10 yrs | 05 Sep 1991 to 04 Sep 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–25 Years (As on 04 Sep 2026)
The Cochin Shipyard Limited has issued an official recruitment notification for Ship Draftsman Trainee, announcing a total of 60 vacancies located in Kerala. The online application window opens on 19 August 2026 and closes on 04 September 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with 60% marks and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 25 years as of 04 September 2026 (Relaxation: 3 years OBC, 5 years SC/ST), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of First Year: 14,000/month, Second Year: 20,000/month. The selection procedure comprises Practical test (CAD drawing assessment). For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 19 Aug 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
04 Sep 2026
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| Post Name | Ship Draftsman Trainee |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 60 |
| Qualification | Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with 60% marks |
| Age Limit | Maximum 25 years as of 04 September 2026 (Relaxation: 3 years OBC, 5 years SC/ST) |
| Salary | First Year: 14,000/month, Second Year: 20,000/month |
| Application Fee | UR/OBC/EWS: 300, SC/ST: Exempted |
| Selection Process | Practical test (CAD drawing assessment) |
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) has officially notified the recruitment of 60 Ship Draftsman Trainees for its Mechanical and Electrical departments. This training program is designed for diploma holders with an aptitude for draftsmanship and CAD proficiency. The training duration is two years, with performance-based opportunities for contractual roles upon completion.
| Discipline | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | 47 |
| Electrical | 13 |
| Total | 60 |
Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend during the two-year training period:
Note: Successful completion of the first-year performance evaluation is mandatory to proceed to the second year.
The selection is based entirely on a 100-mark Practical Test, which involves the preparation of a drawing using CAD software. Only candidates who clear the document verification phase will be invited to appear for this test at CSL, Kochi.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹300 (plus bank charges) |
| SC / ST | Exempted |
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