🔔 Overview
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a Government of India enterprise, has announced the Contract Workmen Recruitment 2026 through online mode. The engagement is purely on a contract basis, and selection will be done through a practical test.
Key Highlights:
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Recruitment Name: Cochin Shipyard Limited Contract Workmen Recruitment 2026
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Conducting Authority: Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL)
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Notification Reference No.: CSL/P&A/RECTT/CONTRACT/CONTRACT WORKMEN/2025/14
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Mode of Application: Online
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Total Vacancies: 260 Posts
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Nationality: Indian
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 21 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 07 February 2026 |
📌 Eligibility Criteria
🔹 Age Limit
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Upper Age Limit: 45 Years
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Age Cut-off Date: 07 February 2026
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Age Relaxation:
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OBC (NCL): 3 Years
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SC/ST: 5 Years
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PwBD & Ex-servicemen: As per Government guidelines (up to maximum 50 years)
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🔹 Educational Qualification & Experience
Candidates must have:
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SSLC pass
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ITI – National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the relevant trade
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Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience/training in the respective trade
(Trade-wise qualification details are given in the vacancy section below.)
🔹 Nationality
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Applicant must be an Indian citizen
🔹 Other Requirements
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Experience will be counted after acquiring the prescribed qualification
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Candidates currently working as Fabrication Assistants or Outfit Assistants in CSL are not eligible
📊 Vacancy Details
🔸 Trade-wise & Category-wise Vacancies (Total: 260)
| Post / Trade | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet Metal Worker | 31 | 20 | 7 | – | 6 | 64 |
| Welder | 28 | 15 | 2 | – | 4 | 49 |
| Fitter | 33 | – | 3 | – | 3 | 39 |
| Electrician | 9 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 21 |
| Mechanic Diesel | 10 | 5 | – | – | 1 | 16 |
| Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 10 | 4 | 1 | – | 1 | 16 |
| Electronic Mechanic | 6 | 4 | 2 | – | 1 | 13 |
| Painter | 6 | 3 | 1 | – | 1 | 11 |
| Machinist | 4 | 4 | 1 | – | 1 | 10 |
| Crane Operator | 3 | 2 | 1 | – | – | 6 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 3 | – | 3 | – | – | 6 |
| Plumber | 3 | 2 | – | – | – | 5 |
| Shipwright Wood | 2 | 2 | – | – | – | 4 |
| Total | 148 | 68 | 23 | 1 | 20 | 260 |
💰 Pay Scale
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Consolidated Pay: ₹23,300/- per month (for candidates with minimum 3 years experience)
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Extra Hour Compensation: Up to ₹5,830/- per month
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Higher Pay: May be offered for additional relevant experience beyond the minimum requirement
📚 Exam Scheme
🔹 Selection Process
The selection will be conducted through the following stages:
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Application Screening
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Certificate Verification
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Practical Test (100 Marks)
🔹 Practical Test – Minimum Qualifying Marks
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UR & EWS: 50%
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OBC (Reserved posts): 45%
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SC/ST (Reserved posts): 40%
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PwBD: 40%
Note: Final merit list will be prepared based on marks secured in the Practical Test. In case of tie, older candidate will be ranked higher.
📝 Application Process
Follow these steps to apply online for CSL Recruitment 2026:
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Visit the CSL website and go to the Careers section
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Complete One-Time Registration in the online portal
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Log in and select the relevant Contract Workmen post
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Fill in personal, educational, and experience details carefully
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Upload required documents and recent photograph
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Pay the application fee (if applicable) through online mode
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Submit the application and ensure status shows “In Process”
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Save or print the application form for future reference
📌 Key Instructions for Candidates
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Only online applications will be accepted
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Application once submitted cannot be edited
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Ensure all certificates are uploaded correctly
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Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected
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No TA/DA will be provided for attending the selection process
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Engagement is purely on contract basis
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Candidates must regularly check the CSL website for updates