Cochin Shipyard Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 64 Posts

Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 64 Executive Trainee Posts. This is a significant opportunity for engineering and management graduates to join a premier shipbuilding and repair facility in India. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official CSL website.

CSL Executive Trainee Vacancy Details 2026

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Executive Trainee (Mechanical)

• Essential: Degree in Mechanical Engineering with minimum of 65% marks from a recognized University. Equivalent disciplines include: Industrial and Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Production and Tool Engineering, Mechatronics, Production Engineering, Mechanical (Automobile) Engineering.
• Experience: No prior experience required.

Eligibility for Executive Trainee (Electrical)

• Essential: Degree in Electrical Engineering with minimum of 65% marks from a recognized University. Equivalent discipline: Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
• Experience: No prior experience required.

Eligibility for Executive Trainee (Electronics)

• Essential: Degree in Electronics Engineering with minimum of 65% marks from a recognized University. Equivalent disciplines include: Applied Electronics Engineering, Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering, Electronics Instrumentation & Control Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering.
• Experience: No prior experience required.

Eligibility for Executive Trainee (Naval Architecture)

• Essential: Degree in Naval Architecture Engineering with minimum of 65% marks from a recognized University. Equivalent disciplines include: Naval Architecture & Offshore Engineering, Naval Architecture & Ocean Engineering, Dual degree in Naval Architecture (BTech with MTech), Naval Architecture and Ship Building Engineering, Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering.
• Experience: No prior experience required.

Eligibility for Executive Trainee (Civil)

• Essential: Degree in Civil Engineering with minimum of 65% marks from a recognized University.
• Experience: No prior experience required.

Eligibility for Executive Trainee (Safety)

• Essential: Degree in Safety Engineering with minimum of 65% marks from a recognized University. Equivalent disciplines: Safety and Fire Engineering, Fire Technology & Safety Engineering.
• Experience: No prior experience required.

Eligibility for Executive Trainee (Finance)

• Essential: Pass in the final examination of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India / Institute of Cost Accountants of India.
• Experience: No prior experience required.

Eligibility for Executive Trainee (Human Resource)

• Essential: Two year Master's Degree or equivalent Degree or equivalent Diploma or Post Graduate Degree in any of the following areas, with minimum of 65% marks from a recognized University: Master's Degree in Business Administration with specialization in HR or equivalent Degree with specialization in HR or equivalent Diploma with specialization in HR OR Post Graduate Degree in Social Work with specialization in Personnel Management or Labour Welfare & Industrial Relations OR Post Graduate Degree in Personnel Management.
• Experience: No prior experience required.

Age Limit

Maximum Age Limit: 27 years for all posts (Applicants should be born on or after 21 February 1999).

Age Relaxation:

• OBC (Non Creamy Layer): 3 years relaxation.
• SC/ST Candidates: 5 years relaxation.
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): As per Government of India guidelines.

Salary / Pay Scale

• During Training Period (1 Year): Consolidated monthly stipend of ₹50,000. Additional stipend limited to maximum of ₹3,000 per month for extra hours of training on closed holidays.
• After Successful Completion of Training: Designation: Assistant Manager in E-1 Grade. Total Per Month: ₹82,720 (Basic Pay: ₹40,000 + DA: ₹20,720 + HRA: ₹8,000 + Perks: ₹14,000). Annual CTC: Approximately ₹14.92 lakhs.
• Additional Benefits: National Pension System (NPS), Contributory Provident Fund, Accident Insurance coverage, Leave Encashment, Reimbursement of Medical expenses, Performance Payment.

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS Candidates: ₹1,000 (Non-refundable, plus bank charges extra).
• SC/ST Candidates: Exempted.
• PwBD Candidates (for HR/Finance posts only): Exempted.

Selection Process

Phase-I: Objective Type Online Test (60 marks)

• Duration: 60 Minutes.
• Questions: 60 MCQs (General Awareness: 5, English: 5, Numerical Ability: 5, Reasoning: 5, Subject Based: 40).
• No negative marking.

Phase-II: Group Discussion, Writing Skills and Personal Interview (40 marks)

• GD: 10 marks.
• Writing Skills: 10 marks.
• Interview: 20 marks.

Final Selection: Based on total marks of Phase I (60) and Phase II (40).

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 28/01/2026
• Start Date to Apply: 28/01/2026
• Last Date to Apply: 20/02/2026
• Crucial Date for Age Limit: 20/02/2026

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website cochinshipyard.in.
2. Go to the Career page (CSL, Kochi).
3. Click on the link for online application.
4. Complete Registration and fill in all details correctly.
5. Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates).
6. Pay the application fee (if applicable).
7. Submit the application and retain a copy.

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Apply Online
• Official Website

FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for CSL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 20 February 2026.

Q2. How many vacancies are announced for CSL Executive Trainee?
Ans: There are a total of 64 vacancies for Executive Trainee posts.

Q3. What is the salary for CSL Executive Trainee?
Ans: The stipend during the training period is ₹50,000 per month. After training, the salary will be approximately ₹82,720 per month.

Q4. Is there any application fee?
Ans: Yes, General/OBC/EWS candidates need to pay ₹1,000. SC/ST and PwBD candidates are exempted.

Q5. What is the age limit for CSL Executive Trainee?
Ans: The maximum age limit is 27 years as of 20/02/2026.