Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a prestigious Miniratna Public Sector Company, has announced its Apprentice Recruitment drive for 2025. This notification invites online applications from eligible candidates for 308 seats under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The vacancies are for both ITI Trade Apprentices and Technician (Vocational) Apprentices.
This is a fantastic opportunity for ITI pass-outs and VHSE graduates from Kerala to gain valuable training with a leading shipbuilding company. The application process is completely online and will be active from 29th October 2025 to 15th November 2025. Candidates must apply through the official CSL website.
CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Key Highlights
- Organization: Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL)
- Post Name: ITI Trade Apprentice & Technician (Vocational) Apprentice
- Total Vacancies: 308
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Dates: 29th October 2025 to 15th November 2025
- Stipend: ₹11,000 per month
- Training Duration: 1 Year
- Job Location: Kochi, Kerala
- Official Website: www.cochinshipyard.in
CSL Vacancy 2025: Trade-wise & Discipline-wise Breakdown
The 308 vacancies are distributed across various ITI trades and Vocational disciplines.
A. ITI Trade Apprentices (300 Seats)
| Trade Name | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| Electrician | 42 |
| Fitter | 32 |
| Welder | 42 |
| Sheet Metal Worker | 42 |
| Ship Wright Wood / Carpenter | 18 |
| Pipe Fitter / Plumber | 32 |
| Marine Fitter | 20 |
| Electronic Mechanic | 13 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 12 |
| Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 10 |
| Mechanic Diesel | 10 |
| Machinist | 8 |
| Painter (General) | 8 |
| Draughtsman (Mech) | 6 |
| Draughtsman (Civil) | 4 |
| Refrigeration and AC Mechanic | 1 |
B. Technician (Vocational) Apprentices (8 Seats)
| Discipline | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| Food & Restaurant Management | 3 |
| Customer Relationship Management | 2 |
| Accounting & Taxation | 1 |
| Basic Nursing and Palliative Care | 1 |
| Electrical & Electronic Technology | 1 |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification:
- For ITI Trade Apprentices: Pass in 10th standard AND a pass in ITI (NTC) in the relevant trade.
- For Technician (Vocational) Apprentices: Pass in Vocational Higher Secondary Education (VHSE) in the concerned discipline.
2. Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 18 years as on 15th November 2025.
3. Domicile:
- The applicant must be a domicile of Kerala.
CSL Apprentice Stipend 2025
- All selected apprentices, both ITI and Vocational, will receive a monthly stipend of ₹11,000.
Selection Process
The selection will be merit-based. Shortlisting of candidates will be done based on the percentage of marks obtained in the prescribed qualification (ITI or VHSE).
- In case of a tie, the candidate senior in age will be ranked higher.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for certificate verification.
- Final selection is subject to medical fitness.
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Application Fee
- There is no application fee for this recruitment.
How to Apply for CSL Apprentice Recruitment 2025
- Visit Official Website: Go to www.cochinshipyard.in.
- Navigate to Careers: Click on the ‘Career’ section and then select ‘CSL (Kochi)’.
- Find Notification: Locate the advertisement for “Engagement of Technician (Vocational)/Trade Apprentices”.
- Read User Manual: Carefully go through the user manual before applying.
- Register & Apply: Complete the one-time registration on the SAP E-recruitment portal and then submit your application for the desired trade/vocation.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of all required documents (photo, signatures, educational certificates, domicile proof, caste certificate if applicable).
- Submit & Print: Review all details and submit the application. Take a printout of the final submitted form which contains your unique registration number.
If you have any questions or face issues during the application process, feel free to comment below.
Important Links
| Notification | Click Here |
| Application Form | Click Here |
| Notification Video | Click Here |
| How to Make A Resume | Click Here |
| Download App | Click Here |
| Website | Click Here |
| SC, ST, OBC, Certificate (Video) | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Contact Our Online Application Team | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The last date to submit the online application is 15th November 2025.
No. This recruitment is only for candidates who are domiciles of Kerala.
The monthly stipend for all selected apprentices is ₹11,000.
No. The selection is purely merit-based on the marks obtained in your ITI or VHSE examination.
No. Completion of apprenticeship does not guarantee a job at CSL. The appointment is for training purposes only.
The official notification and the online application link are available on the Cochin Shipyard career portal: www.cochinshipyard.in.
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