📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
- Recruiting Body: Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL)
- Advertisement No: No. CSL/CMSRU/GEN/PROP & APPR/HR/22/2020/156
- Total Vacancies: 6
- Post Names: Fitter (2), Electrician (2), Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (2)
- Employment Nature: Contractual (Apprenticeship)
- Application/Interview Mode: Online Application
- Application Start Date: 30 September 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 19 October 2026
- Stipend/Salary: Rs. 11,000/- per month
- Application Fee: Nil for all categories
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 19.10.2026) | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 2 | Minimum 18 years | ₹11,000 |
| Electrician | 2 | Minimum 18 years | ₹11,000 |
| Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) | 2 | Minimum 18 years | ₹11,000 |
| Total | 6 |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- For All Posts: Pass in 10th Standard (Matriculation).
- For All Posts: Pass in ITI and hold a valid National Trade Certificate (NTC) in one of the specified trades: Fitter, Electrician, or Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA).
- Age: Minimum 18 years as on 19 October 2026.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Short-listing: Candidates will be shortlisted based on the percentage of marks obtained in the prescribed qualification (10th & ITI).
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original certificates.
- Medical Fitness Test: Final selection is subject to clearing a medical fitness test.
Note: No TA/DA will be paid for attending any stage of the selection process.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth.
- Original ITI Mark Sheets and the National Trade Certificate (NTC).
- Valid Category / Caste Certificate in the prescribed Central Government format, if applicable.
- Two recent passport-size photographs and a valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, etc.).
- Printout of the finally submitted online application form.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date to apply for CSL ITI Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application submission is 19 October 2026.
2. Is there an application fee for CSL Apprenticeship 2026?
No, the application fee is Nil (Rs. 0) for all categories of candidates.
3. What is the nature of employment and salary for these apprenticeships?
The employment is contractual (apprenticeship) in nature. The monthly stipend/salary is ₹11,000/-.
4. How is the selection process conducted?
Selection is through shortlisting based on academic marks, followed by original document verification and a medical fitness test.
5. Can I apply if my ITI trade is not exactly Fitter, Electrician, or COPA?
No. The eligibility requires a valid National Trade Certificate (NTC) specifically in Fitter, Electrician, or Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA).
6. Where can I download the official CSL notification PDF?
You can download the official notification from the link provided on the Cochin Shipyard career page: Download CSL ITI Trade Apprentices Official Notification PDF.