CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 139 Posts

Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a Mini Ratna Schedule ‘A’ Company, has invited applications for 139 Graduate and Technician (Diploma) Apprentice training seats under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973. Applications go online via the NATS portal, running 12 August to 1 September 2026.

Quick Overview

Organization	Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL)
Total Training Seats	139 (61 Graduate + 78 Technician/Diploma)
Domicile Requirement	Kerala domicile candidates only
Passing Years Eligible	2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
Application Window	12 August – 1 September 2026

 

Training Seats Breakdown

• Graduate Apprentices (61) — Mechanical (22), Electrical & Electronics (12), Civil (6), Electronics & Communication (5), Computer Science/IT (4), Fire & Safety (4), Marine Engineering (4), Naval Architecture & Shipbuilding (4)
• Technician/Diploma Apprentices (78) — Mechanical (23), Electrical (15), Civil (13), Commercial Practice (10), Electronics (8), Computer Engineering (5), Instrumentation Technology (4)

Eligibility

Kerala domicile candidates who passed a relevant Engineering degree (Category I) or Engineering/Commercial Practice diploma (Category II) during 2022–2026. Candidates already undergoing or having completed apprenticeship elsewhere are not eligible.

Stipend

• Graduate Apprentices: ₹15,000/month
• Technician/Diploma Apprentices: ₹13,000/month

How to Apply

• Visit nats.education.gov.in.
• New candidates: register under ‘Student,’ then ‘Student Register.’
• Existing account holders: activate via ‘Forgot Password.’
• Search ‘Cochin Shipyard Limited’ under advertised vacancies and click Apply.

Official Links

Apply Online (NATS Portal): nats.education.gov.in

Official Notification PDF: Download Notification

Official Website: cochinshipyard.in

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply?

1 September 2026.

Is Kerala domicile mandatory?

Yes — only Kerala domicile candidates will be considered.

Is there an application fee?

No, this apprenticeship has no application fee.

What is the stipend?

₹15,000/month for Graduate Apprentices, ₹13,000/month for Technician/Diploma Apprentices.

Since completion of apprenticeship does not entitle you to a job offer at CSL, treat this as skills training and keep an eye on separate recruitment notifications for actual employment opportunities.