Cochin Shipyard Latest Vacancy 2025 Announced

Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) has released a new recruitment notification for Operator posts. The notification, numbered CSL/P&A/RECTT/CONTRACT/OPERATORS/2025/13, was published on 3rd November 2025 on CSL’s official website www.cochinshipyard.in.

This recruitment drive aims to hire eligible Indian citizens for Operator (Forklift/Aerial Work Platform) and Operator (Diesel Cranes) positions on a contract basis. A total of 27 vacancies are available for these roles, and interested candidates can submit their applications online through the official portal before the last date.

Overview of the Cochin Shipyard Recruitment

Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) has announced this important notification to fill up 27 Operator posts. The available positions include 24 vacancies for Operator (Forklift/Aerial Work Platform) and 3 vacancies for Operator (Diesel Cranes). The recruitment process will be carried out completely online, ensuring a transparent and fair selection procedure for all eligible applicants.

Below is a short summary of the main details from the notification:

Recruitment Organization	Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL)
Notification No.	CSL/P&A/RECTT/CONTRACT/OPERATORS/2025/13
Notification Date	03 November 2025
Post Name	Operator
Total Vacancies	27 Posts
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	www.cochinshipyard.in

Educational Qualification

For both Operator posts, candidates must have passed Class VII (7th Standard) and must hold a valid Heavy Vehicle or Forklift Driving License. In addition, they should have at least one year of work experience in operating Forklifts, Aerial Work Platforms, or Diesel Cranes.

Age Limit

The maximum age limit for applicants is 45 years as of 21 November 2025. Candidates born on or after 22 November 1980 are eligible to apply. Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable as follows:

OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
SC Candidates: 5 years
For Ex-Servicemen and Retired CAPF Personnel, the upper age limit is 60 years.

Salary and Benefits

Selected candidates will receive a monthly consolidated pay of ₹27,000/- during the first year of the contract. In addition, they will receive an annual pay increase in the following years. Extra working hours on holidays will be compensated at double the normal rate, limited to a maximum of 25 hours per month.

Application Process

Candidates must apply online through CSL’s official website www.cochinshipyard.in under the “Career” section (Career Page → CSL, Kochi). The online application process consists of two steps – One-time Registration and Application Submission.

Before applying, candidates should read the official recruitment notification available on the website. Applications can be submitted from 05 November 2025 to 21 November 2025. Applications will not be accepted through any other method.

Applicants must upload all relevant documents such as proof of age, educational qualification, experience certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), and a recent passport-size photo.

Application Fee

An application fee of ₹200/- (non-refundable, plus bank charges) must be paid online using debit/credit card or internet banking. However, SC/ST candidates are exempted from paying any fee.

Selection Process

The selection will be done through a Practical Test of 100 marks. To qualify, General and EWS candidates need 50%, OBC need 45%, and SC need 40% marks. The final list will be made based on test marks, and older candidates will get preference if marks are the same.

Important Dates

Applicants must complete the application process within the given timeline.

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	03 November 2025
Starting Date of Online Application	05 November 2025
Last Date of Online Application	21 November 2025

Official Source

All information in this article has been taken directly from the official CSL notification. Candidates should visit the official sources given below for authentic details.

Official Source	Link
Official Notification	CSL Operator Recruitment 2025 PDF
Official Website	www.cochinshipyard.in
Application Link	Apply Online at CSL Career Page

This article is based entirely on the official notification released by Cochin Shipyard Limited. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. Any changes, updates, or corrections will be published only on the official website of CSL.

Cochin Shipyard Latest Vacancy 2025 Announced – Apply Online for Operator Posts