Serang and Engine Driver in Cochin Shipyard Limited
Cochin Shipyard Limited
Posted:
Pay: ₹23,300 per month (Consolidated)
Important Notice: Only Indian Nationals need apply. Persons with Benchmarked Disabilities (PwBD) are not eligible due to the physically demanding nature of the job.
Category Central Govt
Job Type Contract
Eligibility Specifications
Advertisement / Notice No: CSL/P&A/RECTT/CONTRACT/BOAT CREW/2024/6
Age Limits: Between 18 and 45 years (for general category).
Age Cut-off Date: Age calculated strictly on 22 July 2026.
Category Relaxations: OBC (+3 years).
Note: Has non-standard/complex age relaxations. Please check the official PDF notification for details.
Allowed Qualifications: 7th Pass.
Specialized Requirements & Prerequisites:
- Minimum one year experience as Serang of a Motor Boat or Engine Driver of a Motor Boat
- Valid Serang/Engine Driver Certificate under Inland Vessels Act 2021
Document Specifications: Photo: Recent passport size colour photograph to be uploaded
Helpline Contacts: Email: career@cochinshipyard.in
Vacancy Breakdown
Total posts: 8 vacancies
OBC
3
Gen/UR
5
Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown
Serang 6 Vacancies
Qualification Requirement Pass in VII standard and valid Serang/Lascar cum Serang Certificate issued under Inland Vessels Act 2021
Age Limit 18 - 45 yrs
Salary Scale ₹23,300 per month
Category Vacancy Distribution
UR: 4 OBC: 2
Engine Driver 2 Vacancies
Qualification Requirement Pass in VII standard and valid Engine driver Certificate issued under Inland Vessels Act 2021
Age Limit 18 - 45 yrs
Salary Scale ₹23,300 per month
Category Vacancy Distribution
UR: 1 OBC: 1
Key Timelines & Fees
Registration Start Date: 6 July 2026
Application Closing Date: 22 July 2026
Application Fee (General and OBC): ₹200
Application Fee (Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST)): ₹0
Selection & Exam Pattern
Selection Process: Practical Test (100 Marks)
Exam Mode: Walk-in Interview
Negative Marking: No negative marking mentioned
Practical Test carrying 100 marks with minimum pass marks of 50% for Unreserved posts and 45% for OBC candidates in reserved vacancies.
Please double check exam stages in the official PDF notification below.
Official Actions
How to Apply (Form Filling Guide)
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1. Go to www.cochinshipyard.in (Career page -> CSL, Kochi) to read the User Manual and FAQs.
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2. Perform One-time Registration in the SAP Online portal.
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3. Fill out the application form carefully and upload all relevant certificates (age, qualification, experience, caste) and a recent passport-size colour photograph.
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4. Pay the application fee of ₹200 online using Debit card/Credit card/Internet Banking (if applicable).
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5. Retain a soft copy or printout of the online application containing the unique registration number for future reference.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the application fee for CSL Boat Crew recruitment?
The application fee is ₹200 for General and OBC candidates. Candidates belonging to SC and ST categories are exempted from paying the fee.
What is the maximum contract period for these posts?
The contract tenure for all posts is for a maximum period of five years, subject to project requirements and individual performance.
What is the age limit for applicants?
The upper age limit is 45 years as on 22 July 2026. OBC (NCL) candidates get an age relaxation of 3 years.