Cochin Shipyard Limited invites online recruitment applications through Cochin Shipyard Limited website (https://cochinshipyard.in/) (Advt. No. CSL/P&A/RECTT/ CONTRACT/BOAT CREW/2024/6 Dated 06 July 2026) for the following posts of 08 Serang, Engine Driver vacancies on Contract basis. The applicants satisfying the requisite qualification may apply through ONLINE MODE only, According to the official timeline, the online application portal opens today, 06.07.2026, and interested applicants must submit their forms before the closing date on 22.07.2026.
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Eligible candidates possessing a VII can apply exclusively via the online mode. The primary job locations for these coveted Engine Driver posts are spread All Over India. Following a successful submission, registered candidates will receive a secure link to download their official exam hall tickets and interview call letters via email approximately 4 to 7 days prior to the examination date.
CSL Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: Cochin Shipyard Limited |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Contract Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 08 Serang, Engine Driver Posts |
| Place of Posting: Cochin |
| Starting Date: 06.07.2026 |
| Last Date: 22.07.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://cochinshipyard.in/ |
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Current CSL Job Openings:
- Serang – 06 Posts
- Engine Driver – 02 Posts
CSL Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for CSL:
- Serang –
- Educational Qualification: Pass in VII (7th) standard and must possess valid Serang / Lascar – Serang Certificate issued by the Competent Authority under the Inland Vessels Act 2021.
- Experience: At least one year of experience serving as a Serang on a Motor Boat.
- Engine Driver –
- Educational Qualification: Pass in VII (7th) standard and must possess valid Engine driver Certificate issued by the Competent Authority under the Inland Vessels Act 2021.
- Experience: At least one year of experience serving as Engine Driver of a Motor Boat.
Age Limit for CSL: (As on 22.07.2026)
- The upper age limit prescribed for the posts shall not exceed 45 years as on 22 July 2026, i.e. applicants should be born on or after 23 July 1981.
Relaxation of Upper age limit:
- +5 Years for ST/SC
- +3 Years for OBC (NCL)
- Persons with Disabilities candidate:
- +10 Years for UR
- +13 Years for OBC (NCL)
- +15 Years for ST/SC
- For Ex-Servicemen Applicants: As per Govt. Policy
Pay Scale for CSL:
- Serang – Rs.23,300/–
- Engine Driver – Rs.23,300/-
Method of Selection for CSL:
- Short Listing
- Physical Test
Application Fee for CSL:
- For ST/SC Applicants – Nil
- For Other Applicants – Rs.200/-
- Payment Mode: Online
How to Submit an Application:
Eligible candidates shall apply online between 06.07.2026 and 22.07.2026 (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the Cochin Shipyard Limited website https://cochinshipyard.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 06.07.2026
- Closing Date of online application portal: 22.07.2026
CSL Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of CSL: Click Here to Website |
| Advertisement for CSL: Click Here to Download |
| Online Application Form for CSL: Click Here to Apply |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Is CSL positions a permanent job?
No, its a Contract Basis Job.
What is the last date to apply for Engine Driver recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit your online application for the CSL positions is 22.07.2026. The online application portal opened on 06.07.2026.
Where will the selected candidates be posted?
The official place of posting for all the 08 positions will be Cochin.
What is the selection process for CSL positions?
The method of selection depends on the specific job profile but generally includes the following stages: Short Listing, Practical Test
