Cochin Shipyard Apprenticeship 2026: 139 Training Seats for Engineering Graduates and Diploma Holders
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a listed Mini Ratna Schedule ‘A’ company of the Government of India, has invited online applications for one-year apprenticeship training — 139 seats in all, 61 for Graduate Apprentices and 78 for Technician (Diploma) Apprentices.
The stipend is strong for an apprenticeship: ₹15,000 a month for Graduates and ₹13,000 for Technicians, with no application fee. Three conditions decide your eligibility straight away — you must be a domicile of Kerala, must have passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026, and must not have already done an apprenticeship anywhere. Applications close 1 September 2026. Check more Kerala government jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in.
Key Highlights — CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Post Names | Graduate Apprentice, Technician (Diploma) Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 139 (Graduate — 61, Technician Diploma — 78) |
| Stipend | ₹15,000/month (Graduate), ₹13,000/month (Technician) |
| Minimum Qualification | Degree or Diploma in Engineering / Technology, or Diploma in Commercial Practice |
| Training Duration | One year |
| Job Location | Kochi, Kerala |
| Last Date to Apply | 1 September 2026 |
Vacancy Breakdown — CSL Graduate & Technician Apprentice 2026
Category I — Graduate Apprentices (61 seats)
| Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 22 |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 12 |
| Civil Engineering | 6 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 5 |
| Computer Science / Information Technology | 4 |
| Fire & Safety Engineering | 4 |
| Marine Engineering | 4 |
| Naval Architecture & Shipbuilding | 4 |
| Total | 61 |
Category II — Technician (Diploma) Apprentices (78 seats)
| Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 23 |
| Electrical Engineering | 15 |
| Civil Engineering | 13 |
| Commercial Practice | 10 |
| Electronics Engineering | 8 |
| Computer Engineering | 5 |
| Instrumentation Technology | 4 |
| Total | 78 |
Reservation for SC, ST, OBC and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities follows Government of India directives. No numeric category split is given for any discipline, and EWS is not mentioned in this advertisement.
What is the Eligibility for CSL Cochin Shipyard Apprentice 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Category | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentices | Degree in Engineering or Technology in the relevant discipline from a statutory University, an institution empowered by an Act of Parliament, or a graduate examination of a professional body recognised by the State or Central Government as equivalent |
| Technician Apprentices (Sl. 1–6) | Diploma in Engineering or Technology from a State Council or Board of Technical Education, University, or recognised equivalent |
| Commercial Practice | Diploma in Commercial Practice from a State or Central Government recognised institution |
Four hard filters apply to everyone, so check all four before you spend time on the form:
- You must be a domicile of Kerala, and only Indian nationals may apply.
- You must have passed during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 — no other pass-out year is accepted.
- Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act in any government, PSU or private organisation are not eligible.
- If your qualification is an equivalent rather than one of the prescribed degrees or diplomas, you must produce an Equivalency Certificate from the competent authority — without it your candidature will not be considered.
You must also meet the minimum physical standards prescribed in Clause 4 of the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992. For Graduate Apprentices, where a university awards grade points instead of percentage, its own conversion criteria apply; if none exist, grade points are multiplied by 10. If you hold a diploma in engineering, the Technician category has the larger share of seats.
Age Limit
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | Above 18 years as on 1 September 2026 |
| Maximum Age | Not specified in the notification |
| Age Relaxation | No relaxation clause stated |
There is genuinely no upper age limit printed in this advertisement and no relaxation clause of any kind, so the usual category-wise age relaxations do not arise here.
What is the Stipend and Salary for CSL Apprentice 2026?
The stipend figures are printed clearly, so there is no guesswork.
| Category | Stipend per month |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentices | ₹15,000 |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentices | ₹13,000 |
The stipend is uniform across all disciplines within a category — a Mechanical and a Marine Graduate Apprentice both receive ₹15,000.
Budget for two practical points: no travel expenses are admissible during training, and CSL will not provide boarding or lodging. If you are coming from outside Kochi, factor in accommodation before accepting the seat. Most importantly, be clear what this is — the notification states that on completion CSL has no obligation to offer employment, and an apprentice cannot claim a right to a job. Treat it as a paid, high-quality learning year at one of India’s best shipyards; that is its real value.
What is the Selection Process for CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The notification does not mention any written test or interview — shortlisting is stated to be on the percentage of marks in the prescribed qualification, which makes it transparent.
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| 1. Domicile filter | Only Kerala domicile candidates considered |
| 2. Merit shortlisting | On percentage of marks in the basic prescribed qualification |
| 3. Tie-breaker | Seniority in year of passing, then older date of birth |
| 4. Certificate verification | Originals must be produced or candidature is rejected |
| 5. Provisional selection | Subject to medical fitness |
One administrative detail that trips people up: the marks you enter online must match your uploaded mark sheet exactly — any difference means summary rejection. Call letters are not sent by post; intimation comes by email and on the CSL website, so check both.
How to Apply Online for CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Applications go through the NATS (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme) portal.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Already registered on the old portal? Activate your account using “forgot the password” at the student login |
| 2 | New candidate? Go to the NATS portal → Student → Student Register and complete the form to get an Enrolment Number |
| 3 | Log in to the NATS portal |
| 4 | Search “COCHIN SHIPYARD LIMITED” under “Apply against advertised vacancies” |
| 5 | Click Apply — your status should show as “applied” |
| 6 | Upload your mark sheet, matching the marks entered online exactly |
Keep your proof of age, degree or diploma certificate with consolidated mark sheet, caste certificate and disability certificate (if any) ready — these are checked in original at verification, and failing to produce originals means rejection. Keep your registered email active throughout. Canvassing in any form is a disqualification.
What are the Important Dates for CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 12 August 2026 |
| Commencement of Online Application | 12 August 2026 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 1 September 2026 |
| Age Reckoned As On | 1 September 2026 |
| Training Duration | One year |
Is There Any Application Fee for CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | Nil |
The notification states the application fee as “Nil” with no category-wise variation. Nobody pays anything to apply, so ignore any agent or website demanding money for this form.
Essential Links — CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online on NATS Portal for CSL Apprentice 2026
- Visit Cochin Shipyard Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Kerala Government Jobs Telegram Channel
A year of paid, hands-on training at India’s largest shipyard, a ₹15,000 stipend and no application fee — for a recent Kerala engineering graduate or diploma holder that is a strong start. Since selection is purely on your qualifying-exam percentage, there is nothing to prepare for; just apply correctly and on time. Complete your NATS registration first, as that step takes longest, and finish before 1 September 2026. For more engineering government jobs, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.