Cochin Shipyard Limited Contract Workmen Recruitment 2026
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a premier Miniratna Schedule ‘A’ Government of India company, has released a notification for the recruitment of Contract Workmen posts. A total of 260 vacancies are available for various Fabrication Assistant and Outfit Assistant trades on a contract basis. The online application process starts from 21 January 2026 and the last date to apply is 07 February 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the official CSL website.
| Organisation | Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) |
| Post Name | Contract Workmen (Fabrication Assistant & Outfit Assistant) |
| Total Vacancy | 260 |
| Starting Date of Application | 21 January 2026 |
| Ending Date of Application | 07 February 2026 |
| Job Location | Kochi / CSL Units / Project Sites |
| Age Limit | Maximum 45 Years |
| Educational Qualification | Pass in SSLC and ITI – NTC (National Trade Certificate) in the relevant trade from a recognized institute. |
| Experience Requirement | Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience / training in the relevant trade. |
| Age Relaxation | OBC: 3 years | SC/ST: 5 years | PwBD & Ex-servicemen: As per Government of India rules (maximum 50 years). |
| Post | Vacancy |
| Sheet Metal Worker | 64 |
| Welder | 49 |
| Fitter | 39 |
| Electrician | 21 |
| Mechanic Diesel | 16 |
| Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 16 |
| Electronic Mechanic | 13 |
| Painter | 11 |
| Machinist | 10 |
| Crane Operator | 6 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 6 |
| Plumber | 5 |
| Shipwright Wood | 4 |
| Total | 260 |
| Selection Method | Practical Test (100 Marks). |
| Shortlisting | Candidates will be shortlisted based on eligibility and certificate verification. |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | UR/EWS: 50% | OBC: 45% | SC/ST/PwBD: 40%. |
| Final Merit | Prepared based on marks obtained in the Practical Test. In case of tie, seniority in age will be considered. |
| Pay Type | Amount |
| Consolidated Monthly Pay | ₹23,300 |
| Extra Work Compensation | Up to ₹5,830 per month |
| Contract Duration | Up to 5 Years (Project Based) |
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates | ₹300 |
| SC / ST / PwBD Candidates | Nil |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| What is the starting date to apply for CSL Contract Workmen Recruitment 2026? | Starting Date to apply is 21 January 2026. |
| What is the last date to apply? | Last date to apply is 07 February 2026. |
| How many vacancies are available? | Total 260 vacancies. |
| What is the selection process? | Selection will be through a Practical Test. |
| What is the maximum age limit? | Maximum age limit is 45 years (relaxation as per rules). |
