Goa Shipyard Expert Recruitment 2026: Weapons & Sensors, Production Coordination, HVACR and Gas Turbines Roles
Experienced professionals, this one is for you. Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), a Mini Ratna PSU under the Ministry of Defence, wants to engage 14 Experts / Specialists on contract across 9 posts. They include Weapons and Sensors, Production Coordination, HVACR, Gas Turbines and Shafting, ship repair, ship lift and one HR/IR expert. The first engagement is for 1 year, and the pay is negotiable.
The last date for GSL to receive your application is 12 November 2026. The upper age limit is 63 years for Sr. No. 1 to 8 and 67 years for the HR/IR post, counted on 30 September 2026. The notice also says two different things about how to apply, and we explain both in the how-to-apply section. Read this full article carefully, and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for updates.
Key Highlights of Goa Shipyard Expert Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), Vaddem, Vasco-Da-Gama, Goa – 403 802 |
| Advertisement | Advt. 08/2026 |
| Type of Job | Contract engagement of Experts / Specialists |
| Total Vacancies | 14 (9 posts) |
| Contract Period | 1 year, extendable |
| Pay | Consolidated monthly emoluments, negotiable |
| Nationality | Indian Nationals |
| Last Date | 12 November 2026 (to be received by GSL) |
GSL designs and builds ships for the Indian Navy, the Indian Coast Guard and other customers. It is a Schedule ‘A’ Mini Ratna Category-I company. If you have served in a dockyard, a shipyard, the Navy or a Central PSU, check whether your experience matches one of these posts. Because it is a one-year contract with possible extension, it suits retired and experienced people who want to keep working rather than those looking for a permanent job.
How Many Vacancies Are There in Goa Shipyard Expert Recruitment 2026?
There is no category-wise reservation breakup in the notification, so the table below shows the post-wise vacancies as given.
| Post | Vacancies | Work Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Sr. 1: Expert / Specialist – Weapons and Sensors | 1 | Weapons and sensors for the warships |
| Sr. 2: Expert / Specialist – Production Coordination and readiness of compartments and equipment | 2 | Production coordination and readiness of compartments and equipment |
| Sr. 3: Expert / Specialist – GES & SR | 1 | Coordination for installation and trials of ballast control system |
| Sr. 4: Expert / Specialist – HVACR | 2 | Installation and commissioning of HVACR system on Frigates, GES/SR projects and NGOPVs |
| Sr. 5: Expert / Specialist – Gas Turbines and Shafting | 2 | Project Production Coordinator / Mechanical |
| Sr. 6: Expert / Specialist – Ship Repair (Hull/Engg) | 2 | Project Production Coordinator / Mechanical |
| Sr. 7: Expert / Specialist – Ship Repair (Electrical) | 1 | Project Production Coordinator / Electrical |
| Sr. 8: Expert / Specialist – Ship Lift / Shipwright | 2 | Ship Lift / Shipwright |
| Sr. 9: Expert / Specialist (HR/IR) | 1 | HR / IR / Labour Laws |
| Total | 14 |
What is the Eligibility for Goa Shipyard Expert Recruitment 2026?
Educational Qualification
Most posts ask for a Diploma in Engineering or equivalent, so check your own row carefully. The HR/IR post is open to any graduate.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Sr. 1 Weapons and Sensors | Diploma in Electronics / Industrial Electronics / Electrical or equivalent, or 3 years apprenticeship with the National Council for Vocational Training |
| Sr. 2 Production Coordination | Diploma in Engineering / Electronics / Electrical or equivalent, or 3 years apprenticeship with the National Council for Vocational Training |
| Sr. 3 GES & SR | Diploma in Engineering or equivalent |
| Sr. 4 HVACR | Diploma / Degree in Mechanical / Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineering or equivalent |
| Sr. 5 Gas Turbines and Shafting | Diploma in Engineering or equivalent |
| Sr. 6 Ship Repair (Hull/Engg) | Diploma in Engineering or equivalent |
| Sr. 7 Ship Repair (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical / Electronics Engineering or equivalent |
| Sr. 8 Ship Lift / Shipwright | Diploma in Engineering or equivalent, or MCPO I / MCPO II equivalent rank sailor from the Seaman branch / Shipwright branch of the Indian Navy or Coast Guard |
| Sr. 9 HR/IR | Graduate in any discipline |
Experience
Experience is the real gate here. For Sr. No. 1 to 8 you need 15 years of service in all, and at least 5 years of it must be the relevant experience below. For Sr. No. 9 you need 25 years of service in all, and at least 10 years of it must be relevant. Experience is counted as on 30 September 2026. Two things to keep in mind: the 5-year rule is a minimum, and the form asks you to write the experience at the level of the post you apply for, so spell out your exact role, ranks and systems handled.
| Post | Minimum Experience Required |
|---|---|
| Sr. 1 Weapons and Sensors | 5 years as EA (P) / Foreman / Chargeman in maintenance, repair, installation, testing or integration on Fire Control Radars (such as Lynx U2 and EON 51), Naval Gun Systems (such as SRGM and AK 630) and Missile Systems (SSM and SAM) |
| Sr. 2 Production Coordination | 5 years as Hull Artificer / ERA / EA(P) / EA(R) / Shipwright / Foreman / Chargeman in refits of frontline warships; experience on Talwar / Teg class and frontline warships of the Indian Navy is preferred |
| Sr. 3 GES & SR | 5 years in operation of ballast control system for Floating dock / FPSO / Marine platforms |
| Sr. 4 HVACR | 5 years relevant work experience of HVAC in PSUs / Govt. / Private |
| Sr. 5 Gas Turbines and Shafting | 5 years as ERA / Chargeman / Foreman in operating or maintaining Gas Turbines on Indian Navy warships; preference for maintenance or installation of M7N MGTA installed on Talwar class |
| Sr. 6 Ship Repair (Hull/Engg) | 5 years as Hull Artificer / ERA in ship operations or maintenance, preferably in installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance, repair or overhaul of engineering and engineering control equipment, hull activities, and equipment costing, estimation and procurement |
| Sr. 7 Ship Repair (Electrical) | 5 years as EA (P) / EA(R) in ship operations or maintenance, preferably in installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance, repair or overhaul of electrical, navigation and communication equipment, and estimation and costing of electrical equipment |
| Sr. 8 Ship Lift / Shipwright | 5 years in Shipwright work, maintenance, docking, undocking and launching in a dockyard or shipbuilding / ship repair yard; planning and executing safe mooring and unmooring; well versed with dock safety rules and lifting and handling appliances for Shiplift / Shipwright |
| Sr. 9 HR/IR | 25 years, of which at least 10 years in a senior position; experience in dealing with unions, IR matters and wage / pay revision matters; retired or serving officer at E7/E8 level in Central PSUs |
The notification also lists extra desirable experience. It is not compulsory, but it helps your case.
| Post | Desirable Experience |
|---|---|
| Sr. 1 Weapons and Sensors | Installation and integration of naval weapons and sensors onboard warships and patrol vessels; Setting-to-Work (STW), Harbour Acceptance Trials (HAT) and Sea Acceptance Trials (SAT) |
| Sr. 2 Production Coordination | Deck machineries, APT (CITADEL), HVAC, SATs and HATs of equipment and systems |
| Sr. 4 HVACR | Chiller plant, chilled water systems and distribution, cooling water distribution, cooling towers, Air Handling Units, air distribution system and Building Automation System (BAS); alarm monitoring and detection, scheduling operations, tracking faults and preventive maintenance |
| Sr. 5 Gas Turbines and Shafting | Gas Turbine Testing and Tuning Team / Eksila for 2 years |
| Sr. 6 and Sr. 7 Ship Repair | Coordination of ship refit and repair activities |
Age Limit
| Posts | Maximum Age (as on 30 September 2026) |
|---|---|
| Sr. No. 1 to 8 | 63 years |
| Sr. No. 9 (HR/IR) | 67 years |
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Only an upper age limit is given. The notification states no minimum age and mentions no age relaxation for any category. Work out your exact age on 30 September 2026, not on the day you apply.
What is the Salary for Goa Shipyard Expert Recruitment 2026?
The notification gives no fixed salary figure. It says the monthly emoluments (consolidated) are negotiable and will be decided by the Selection Committee at the time of selection. The committee will look at the equivalent pay in Government, the job profile, your academic qualification, the nature, area and length of your experience, and the CTC of your previous employment.
Since no amount is fixed, do not plan around any figure you may hear on social media. Your last drawn salary and your experience level matter a lot in the negotiation. Keep proof of both ready, because the application form also asks for your last drawn salary in every organisation you have worked in.
What is the Selection Process for Goa Shipyard Expert Recruitment 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Screening of applications | Management decides the criteria for screening and may raise the eligibility bar for shortlisting |
| Interview | Through Video Conferencing or in person, as GSL decides |
| Interview call | Sent only by e-mail to the registered e-mail ID of shortlisted candidates |
| Pay decision | Selection Committee fixes the emoluments at the time of selection |
These are the stages the notice names. Meeting the qualification and experience does not entitle you to an interview call, and management can also follow its past practice and internal rules for the procedure. No TA / DA is paid to candidates called for a personal interview. The names of eligible candidates, the interview date and the selected candidates will be put on the GSL website under Notice Board > Careers > Advertisement, so check it regularly.
How to Apply for Goa Shipyard Expert Recruitment 2026
The notice is not consistent here, so read this carefully. The opening line says GSL “invites online applications” and asks candidates to visit the GSL website for the detailed advertisement and application form. But clause 18 says to fill the application form in the prescribed format (copy enclosed) and send the form along with all documents to the General Manager (HR&A), Goa Shipyard Limited, Vasco-Da-Gama, Goa – 403802. No online application portal or link is named anywhere in the notice. The only submission instruction with an address is clause 18, so prepare to send your form there, and also check the GSL website regularly for any corrigendum. If you face difficulty, the notice gives the e-mail ID recruitment@goashipyard.com.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the detailed advertisement from the official notification page (link in Essential Links below). The prescribed application form is printed at its end |
| 2 | Fill the form: recent photo, post applied for, name, father’s / husband’s name, gender, age with date of birth, present and permanent address, e-mail, educational qualification |
| 3 | Write your experience from your last organisation back to the first, with designation, dates and last drawn salary. Specially write the experience at the level of the post you are applying for |
| 4 | Add the names and addresses of two references, and any other information. Attach a separate sheet if needed and sign on all the pages |
| 5 | Sign the declaration and undertaking, and fill in the place and date |
| 6 | Attach identity proof, copy of last pay certificate, address proof, proof of educational qualification, service verification certificate and all documents supporting your age, experience and qualification |
| 7 | Send the form with the documents to General Manager (HR&A), Goa Shipyard Limited, Vasco-Da-Gama, Goa – 403802, so that it reaches GSL on or before 12 November 2026 |
Applying for more than one post? You must send a separate application for each post. Use a trackable service so you can prove your envelope reached on time, and keep a copy of everything you send.
What are the Important Dates for Goa Shipyard Expert Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to receive application with documents | 12 November 2026 |
| Age and experience counted as on | 30 September 2026 |
The notification does not give a start date for applications or an interview date. Interview dates will be put on the GSL website.
Is There an Application Fee for Goa Shipyard Expert Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | No application fee or payment mode is mentioned in the notification |
If GSL adds anything about a fee, it will come as a corrigendum on the GSL website only, so check the Careers page again before you send your form.
Conditions That Can Cost You the Engagement
These lines are easy to skip, and several can end your candidature.
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Contract only | The posts are on contract basis only and give no claim for permanent employment |
| Right to fill or not fill | Management may fill or not fill a post, and may increase or reduce the number of posts |
| False information | Candidature can be rejected for false or fabricated information, and you can be terminated even after selection. The declaration also says your candidature or engagement is liable to be cancelled or terminated at any stage if you do not satisfy the criteria in the advertisement |
| Canvassing | Canvassing in any form may lead to disqualification |
| Full-time work | A person engaged full time cannot take up any other assignment or any activity that conflicts with GSL’s interest |
| Posting | You can be sent to any location in India, and may have to train GSL personnel on your system or process |
| Extension | The tenure can be extended by 1 year, or part of a year, at a time until you reach 70 years of age, depending on GSL’s requirement and your performance |
| Declaration | You declare that you will not claim any employment in GSL based on this engagement and will not raise any litigation during the engagement |
| Enquiries | Interim enquiries are not entertained, and any dispute falls under Goa jurisdiction only |
Essential Links for Goa Shipyard Expert Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF (Advt. 08/2026, with application form)
- Official Notification Page for Goa Shipyard Expert / Specialist Recruitment 2026 (Careers Advertisement)
- Visit Goa Shipyard Expert / Specialist Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you have the experience and your form can reach Vasco-Da-Gama by 12 November 2026, do not wait for the last week. Fill the form carefully, attach every document, and send it early. Explore more Defence and shipyard related jobs and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for the next update on this recruitment.