CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 139 Graduate and Technician Apprentice Posts

Cochin Shipyard; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 145,000 - 167,000; Part time

Job summary

Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) invites online applications for Graduate and Technician (Diploma) Apprentices under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973. A total of 139 training seats are offered (61 Graduate and 78 Technician/Diploma) for one year at CSL’s Kochi facility, Kerala. Online registration runs from 12 August 2026 to 1 September 2026 via nats.education.gov.in.

There is no application fee. Eligibility includes domicile of Kerala and passing in 2022–2026.

Qualifications

• Kerala domicile required for eligibility.
• Graduate Apprentices must have passed in 2022–2026.
• Technician Apprentices (Diploma) must have Diploma in relevant field.
• No apprenticeship experience required; one-year training under Apprentices Act.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electronics & Communication

Civil Engineering

Computer Science / IT

Fire & Safety Engineering

Marine Engineering

Naval Architecture & Shipbuilding

Education

Graduate Degree in Engineering/Technology

Diploma in Engineering/Technology

Diploma in Commercial Practice

Job description

Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a listed premier Mini Ratna Schedule 'A' Company of the Government of India under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, has invited online applications for the engagement of Graduate and Technician (Diploma) Apprentices under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973. The notification, numbered CSL/P&A/APPE/SEL. DESIGNTD/DEGREE_DIPLOMA_2023_2024/2023/4, was issued on 12 August 2026.

Quick answer: CSL is inviting eligible Graduate holders in Engineering, Diploma holders in Engineering, and Diploma holders in Commercial Practice - who are domicile of Kerala and passed during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 - for one-year Apprenticeship training. A total of 139 training seats are on offer (61 Graduate Apprentice seats and 78 Technician/Diploma Apprentice seats) across engineering and commercial-practice disciplines. Online registration is open from 12 August 2026 to 1 September 2026 through the national NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in). There is no application fee, and training will be conducted at CSL's facility in Kochi, Kerala.

CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview

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Details

Organisation Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a Government of India Mini Ratna Schedule 'A' Enterprise

Notification No. & Date CSL/P&A/APPE/SEL. DESIGNTD/DEGREE_DIPLOMA_2023_2024/2023/4, dated 12 August 2026

Purpose Engagement of Graduate/Technician (Diploma) Apprentices under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973

Categories Category I – Graduate Apprentices; Category II – Technician (Diploma) Apprentices

Total Training Seats 139 (61 Graduate + 78 Technician/Diploma)

CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Training seats are divided into two categories: Graduate Apprentices (for candidates with an engineering degree) and Technician (Diploma) Apprentices (for candidates with an engineering or commercial practice diploma).

Category I – Graduate Apprentices (61 Seats)

S. No.

Training Seats

1 Electrical & Electronics Engineering 12

2 Mechanical Engineering 22

3 Electronics & Communication Engineering 5

4 Civil Engineering 6

5 Computer Science / Information Technology 4

6 Fire & Safety Engineering 4

7 Marine Engineering 4

8 Naval Architecture & Shipbuilding 4

Total 61

Category II – Technician (Diploma) Apprentices (78 Seats)

Sl. No.

Training Seats

1 Electrical Engineering 15

2 Mechanical Engineering 23

3 Electronics Engineering 8

4 Instrumentation Technology 4

5 Civil Engineering 13

6 Computer Engineering 5

7 Commercial Practice 10

Total 78

CSL has stated that the number of training seats indicated is based on current requirement and may vary depending on future requirements; the company also reserves the right not to fill all notified seats.

CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be domicile of Kerala and must have passed their qualifying examination during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026. Post-wise minimum qualification is as follows.

Category I – Graduate Apprentices

• A Degree in Engineering or Technology granted by a Statutory University in the relevant discipline; or
• A Degree in Engineering or Technology granted by an institution empowered to grant such a degree by an Act of Parliament in the relevant discipline; or
• A graduate examination of professional bodies recognised by the State or Central Government as equivalent to the above.

Category II – Technician (Diploma) Apprentices

• For Sl. No. 1 to 6 (Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, Instrumentation Technology, Civil, and Computer Engineering): a Diploma in Engineering or Technology granted by a State Council/Board of Technical Education, a University, or an institution recognised by the State or Central Government as equivalent, in the relevant discipline.
• For Sl. No. 7 (Commercial Practice): a Diploma in Commercial Practice granted by an institution recognised by the State or Central Government.

Candidates with a CGPA/OGPA/CPI instead of a percentage or class of marks will have their grade point converted using the conversion criteria defined by their University/Institute/Board; where no such criteria exist, the Aggregate Grade Point will be multiplied by 10 to arrive at the equivalent percentage. Candidates holding qualifications equivalent to the prescribed ones must submit an Equivalency Certificate issued by a competent authority; without this certificate, their candidature will not be considered. Candidates who have already undergone, or are currently undergoing, apprenticeship training under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973 in any Government, Public Sector, or Private organisation are not eligible to apply.

CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

Candidates must be above 18 years of age as on 1 September 2026. Reservation of training seats for SC, ST, OBC, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) will follow applicable Government of India directives. Minimum physical standards are as prescribed in Clause 4 of the Apprenticeship Rules 1992, and any amendments thereof.

Candidates are advised to check whether they satisfy the prescribed age limit before applying. Use our online Age Calculator to calculate your exact age instantly.

CSL Apprentice Stipend 2026

Category

Stipend per Month

Category I – Graduate Apprentices ₹15,000

Category II – Technician (Diploma) Apprentices ₹13,000

No travel expenses are admissible during the apprenticeship training period, and CSL will not provide boarding or lodging. The training duration is one year as per the Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973, and completion of apprenticeship does not entitle the apprentice to any claim of employment with CSL.

CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

There is no application fee for this apprenticeship notification.

CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

• Only candidates who are domicile of Kerala will be considered.
• Shortlisting is based on the percentage of marks obtained in the basic prescribed qualification for the respective discipline.
• If multiple candidates secure the same percentage of marks, relative merit is decided by seniority in the year of passing; if the passing year is also identical, precedence goes to the candidate senior in age (by date of birth).
• Shortlisted candidates must attend certificate verification with original documents (age, qualification, marks, caste, disability certificate if applicable) along with self-attested copies. Candidates who fail to produce originals will be rejected.
• Candidates who successfully complete certificate verification will be provisionally selected against the notified training seats in order of merit/reservation, subject to medical fitness.

CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Links

Q1. What is CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

It is a notification by Cochin Shipyard Limited for engaging Graduate and Technician (Diploma) Apprentices under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973 for one-year apprenticeship training.

Q2. How many training seats are available under CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

139 seats in total - 61 under Category I (Graduate Apprentices) and 78 under Category II (Technician/Diploma Apprentices).

Q3. What is the last date to apply for CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

1 September 2026. Online applications opened on 12 August 2026.

Q4. What is the qualification required for CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

A relevant engineering degree for Category I, or a relevant engineering/commercial practice diploma for Category II, passed during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026.

Q5. What is the age limit for CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must be above 18 years of age as on 1 September 2026.

Q6. What is the application fee for CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

There is no application fee.

Q7. How can I apply online for CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Through the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in, by registering (or activating an existing account) and applying against "Cochin Shipyard Limited" under advertised vacancies.

Q8. What is the selection process for CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Shortlisting based on percentage of marks in the qualifying exam, followed by certificate verification and provisional selection subject to medical fitness.

Q9. What is the stipend for CSL apprentices?

₹15,000 per month for Graduate Apprentices and ₹13,000 per month for Technician (Diploma) Apprentices.

Q10. Is domicile of Kerala mandatory to apply?

Yes, only candidates who are domicile of Kerala will be considered for this notification.

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