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🚢 CSL ET Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 64 Executive Trainee Posts
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a premier Miniratna Schedule ‘A’ PSU under the Government of India, has released the official notification for CSL Executive Trainee (ET) Recruitment 2026.
Online applications are invited from young professionals for engagement as Executive Trainees in multiple engineering and non-engineering disciplines.
All information provided below is strictly based on the official notification dated
28 January 2026.
📌 CSL ET Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Organization | Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) |
| Post Name | Executive Trainee (ET) |
| Advertisement No. | CSL/P&A/RECTT/ PERMANENT/EXECUTIVE TRAINEE/2026/1 |
| Total Vacancies | 64 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Kochi / Mumbai / Kolkata / Andaman & Nicobar (CSL Units) |
| Official Website | www.cochinshipyard.in |
📊 Discipline-wise Vacancy Details
| Discipline | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical | 13 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 31 |
| Electrical | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| Electronics | 3 | 1 | – | – | – | 4 |
| Naval Architecture | 6 | 2 | 1 | – | – | 9 |
| Civil | 2 | 1 | – | – | – | 3 |
| Safety | 2 | 1 | – | – | – | 3 |
| Finance | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | 2 |
| Human Resource | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| Total | 33 | 18 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 64 |
🎓 Educational Qualification
| Engineering Disciplines | Degree in relevant Engineering discipline with minimum 65% marks from a recognized University |
| Finance | Pass in final examination of CA / CMA (ICAI / ICMAI) |
| Human Resource | 2-year MBA / PG Degree / Diploma in HR / PM / IR / Social Work with minimum 65% marks |
🎂 Age Limit (as on 20 February 2026)
| Upper Age Limit | 27 Years |
| Age Relaxation: OBC – 3 Years | SC/ST – 5 Years | PwBD (HR & Finance) – As per Govt. of India rules |
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💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1000/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD (HR & Finance) | Nil |
📝 Selection Process of CSL ET Recruitment 2026
| Phase-I | Objective Type Online Test (60 Marks) |
| Phase-II | Group Discussion + Writing Skills + Personal Interview (40 Marks) |
| Final Merit | Based on total marks of Phase-I & Phase-II |
📘 Exam Pattern
| Duration | 60 Minutes |
| Total Questions | 60 MCQs |
| Sections | General Awareness, English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, Subject Knowledge |
| Negative Marking | No |
💼 Salary & Benefits
| Training Stipend (1 Year) | ₹50,000 per month |
| Post Training Designation | Assistant Manager (E-1 Grade) |
| Pay Scale | ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 |
| Approx. Monthly Emoluments | ₹82,720 |
| Annual CTC | ₹14.92 Lakhs (Approx.) |
🖥️ How to Apply for CSL ET Recruitment 2026
- Visit www.cochinshipyard.in → Career Page
- Complete online registration
- Fill application form and upload documents
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit application and save registration number
📅 Important Dates
| Online Application Start | 28 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 February 2026 |
🔗 Important Links
| Apply Online | Click to Apply |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
⚠️ Note: Candidates must carefully read the official notification before applying. Engagement is subject to CSL rules and conditions.
❓ FAQs – CSL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are released in CSL ET Recruitment 2026?
A total of 64 Executive Trainee (ET) vacancies have been announced by Cochin Shipyard Limited across engineering and non-engineering disciplines.
Q2. What is the educational qualification for Executive Trainee posts?
• Engineering disciplines: Degree in relevant Engineering branch with minimum 65% marks.
• Finance: CA / CMA (final pass).
• Human Resource: MBA / PG Degree / Diploma in HR / PM / IR / Social Work with minimum 65% marks.
Q3. What is the age limit for CSL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?
The upper age limit is 27 years as on the cut-off date. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates as per Government of India rules.
Q4. What is the selection process for CSL ET posts?
The selection process consists of an Online Objective Test followed by Group Discussion, Writing Skills Test and Personal Interview.
Q5. Is there any negative marking in the online test?
No. There is no negative marking in the CSL Executive Trainee online examination.
Q6. What salary is offered after selection?
Selected candidates will receive a stipend of ₹50,000 per month during training and after absorption, pay scale will be ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 with an approximate CTC of ₹14.9 LPA.
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