- Recruitment for ex-Indian Navy and ex-Indian Coast Guard personnel only.
- Positions include Production & Commissioning Engineers (Mechanical & Electrical) and Assistants (Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics/Instrumentation & Controls) on a contract basis.
- Work involves frequent site visits, climbing ladders, confined spaces, and work at height.
- Contract tenure: Maximum 5 years, subject to project requirements and individual performance.
- Monthly consolidated pay: ₹69,300 for Engineers and ₹66,800 for Assistants during the first year, with annual increments.
CSL
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🎓 10th Pass (Matric)
🎓 Diploma
Production & Commissioning Engineers and Assistants (Ex-Servicemen Recruitment)
Cochin Shipyard Limited
Total Vacancies
26
Job Location
Kochi, Kerala (with frequent site visits across shipyard locations)
Apply Start
17 Aug 2026
Apply Deadline
04 Sep 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
📄 View PDF Notification
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) |
| Job Category | PSU |
| Eligibility Qualification | 10th Pass (Matric) (10th-pass), Diploma (diploma) |
| Number of Vacancies | 26 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹66,800 - ₹69,300 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 58 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Minimum 10 years post-qualification experience in operation and maintenance of marine equipment/systems. |
| Application Fee | - Application fee: ₹300 (non-refundable) for General/OBC candidates. - SC/ST candidates are exempted from payment of application fee. - Fee must be paid online via Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking between 17 August 2026 and 04 September 2026. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification:
- Engineers: Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering from a recognized University or equivalent.
- Assistants: X Std. (10th pass).
- Experience: Minimum 10 years post-qualification experience in operation and maintenance of marine equipment/systems (specific to discipline).
- Age Limit: Upper age limit is 58 years as on 04 September 2026 (born on or after 05 September 1968).
- Candidates must submit Discharge Certificate/Book/Pension Payment Order from Indian Navy or Coast Guard.
- Experience certificates from relevant authorities must be produced during verification.
- Ex-servicemen with Diploma endorsed in Discharge Certificate must have relevant work experience in the discipline.
- Candidates currently employed in Government/Public Sector Organizations must provide relieving order/certificate if selected.
- Engineers: Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering from a recognized University or equivalent.
- Assistants: X Std. (10th pass).
- Experience: Minimum 10 years post-qualification experience in operation and maintenance of marine equipment/systems (specific to discipline).
- Age Limit: Upper age limit is 58 years as on 04 September 2026 (born on or after 05 September 1968).
- Candidates must submit Discharge Certificate/Book/Pension Payment Order from Indian Navy or Coast Guard.
- Experience certificates from relevant authorities must be produced during verification.
- Ex-servicemen with Diploma endorsed in Discharge Certificate must have relevant work experience in the discipline.
- Candidates currently employed in Government/Public Sector Organizations must provide relieving order/certificate if selected.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection is based on a 100-mark process conducted at CSL, Kochi.
- Shortlisting is based on eligibility criteria verified through uploaded certificates.
- Rank list is prepared based on marks secured in the selection process; seniority in age is considered in case of ties.
- Original certificates must be produced during verification; failure to do so will result in rejection.
- Medical fitness certification is required before joining.
- No TA/DA is provided for attending the selection process.
- Shortlisting is based on eligibility criteria verified through uploaded certificates.
- Rank list is prepared based on marks secured in the selection process; seniority in age is considered in case of ties.
- Original certificates must be produced during verification; failure to do so will result in rejection.
- Medical fitness certification is required before joining.
- No TA/DA is provided for attending the selection process.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Discharge Certificate/Book/Pension Payment Order from Indian Navy or Coast Guard.
- Experience certificates from relevant authorities.
- Educational qualification certificates (Diploma/10th Std. as applicable).
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Recent passport-size color photograph.
- Proof of age (if not mentioned in Discharge Certificate).
- Experience certificates from relevant authorities.
- Educational qualification certificates (Diploma/10th Std. as applicable).
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Recent passport-size color photograph.
- Proof of age (if not mentioned in Discharge Certificate).
💳 Application Fee Details
- Application fee: ₹300 (non-refundable) for General/OBC candidates.
- SC/ST candidates are exempted from payment of application fee.
- Fee must be paid online via Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking between 17 August 2026 and 04 September 2026.
- SC/ST candidates are exempted from payment of application fee.
- Fee must be paid online via Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking between 17 August 2026 and 04 September 2026.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for Production & Commissioning Engineers (Mechanical) at CSL?
There are 8 vacancies for the post of Production & Commissioning Engineer (Mechanical) as per the notification CSL/P&A/RECTT/CONTRACT/CE&CA/2021/18.
Q.
What is the application fee for General/OBC candidates applying for these posts?
The application fee for General/OBC candidates is ₹300 (non-refundable), which must be paid online between 17 August 2026 and 04 September 2026.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for these posts at CSL?
The last date to apply online for these posts is 04 September 2026.
Q.
Is there any age relaxation for ex-servicemen applying for these posts?
The notification does not mention any age relaxation for ex-servicemen; the upper age limit is 58 years as on 04 September 2026.
Q.
Are SC/ST candidates exempted from paying the application fee?
Yes, SC/ST candidates are exempted from paying the application fee as per the notification.