Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a Miniratna Schedule ‘A’ Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, has officially announced a career opportunity for young professionals and technical graduates. CSL is inviting online applications for 173 internship slots under the prestigious Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) for its Kochi unit in Kerala.
This initiative offers practical exposure across diverse shipbuilding, maintenance, and administrative disciplines. Eligible candidates seeking hands-on industry experience can submit their online applications between October 14, 2026, and October 29, 2026. Below is a comprehensive, structured guide covering eligibility parameters, discipline-wise post distribution, stipend breakdown, selection procedures, and registration steps.
Overview of CSL PMIS Internship Opportunity
The Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) implemented at Cochin Shipyard Limited provides a structured 9-month practical training environment. Selected interns receive monthly financial support alongside industrial training inside a premier shipbuilding shipyard.
- Organization: Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL)
- Scheme Name: Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS)[
- Total Vacancies: 173 Posts
- Job Type: Internship Training (9 Months Duration)
- Location: Kochi, Kerala
- Monthly Stipend: ₹11,000/- to ₹13,000/- per month
- Application Mode: Online via PMIS Portal
- Registration Window: October 14, 2026 to October 29, 2026
Detailed Category & Trade Wise Vacancy Distribution
The 173 openings are categorized into technical, non-technical, trades, and administrative support roles to cater to various educational backgrounds
1. ITI Trades (Qualification: 10th Pass + ITI NTC)[cite: 7]
- Electrician: 05
- Fitter: 03
- Welder: 07
- Machinist: 02
- Electronic Mechanic: 04
- Draughtsman (Mechanical): 02
- Painter (General / Marine): 03
- Sheet Metal Worker: 04
- Ship Wright Wood / Carpenter / Wood Work Technician: 05
- Mechanic Diesel: 01
- Pipe Fitter / Plumber: 04
- Health Sanitary Inspector: 02
- Mechanic Auto Electrical & Electronics: 04
2. SSLC Positions (Qualification: 10th Standard Pass)
- Grinder Intern: 20
- Painter Intern: 29
- Scaffolder Intern: 30
3. HSE / ITI Positions (Qualification: 12th Standard or ITI NTC)
- Intern Warehouse Assistant: 19
4. Diploma Positions (Qualification: 3-Year Technical Diploma)
- Civil Engineering: 02
- Instrumentation Engineering: 01
- Mechanical Engineering: 01
- Catering / Hotel Management: 02
- Pharmacy: 02
- Nursing: 02
5. Graduation Positions (Qualification: Non-Engineering Degree)
- Clerical Interns (BA, BSc, BCom, BBA, BCA, etc.): 09
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
To ensure applicants meet the core standards required for maritime industrial operations, candidates must adhere strictly to the academic and demographic constraints outlined in the notification:
- Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 25 years of age as on the specified cut-off date.
- Educational Qualifications: Must possess a valid qualification certificate (SSLC, HSE, ITI NTC, Board Diploma, or University Degree) from a government-recognized institution matching the trade selected.
- Application Fee: There is zero application fee for all categories
Ineligibility Conditions
As per PMIS and CSL guidelines, candidates matching any of the following criteria cannot apply:
- Graduates or postgraduates from elite institutions such as IITs, IIMs, IISc, IISER, NIDs, or National Law Universities.
- Holders of professional or higher qualifications including CA, CMA, CS, MBBS, BDS, MD, MS, MBA, MPharm, MPhil, or PhD.
- Candidates currently enrolled in or who have previously completed training under NATS (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme) or NAPS (National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme).
- Applicants whose family annual income exceeded ₹12 Lakhs in the preceding financial year.
- Candidates with an immediate family member working as a regular or permanent government employee.
Stipend and Financial Support
Selected candidates receive monthly stipends disbursed directly to support them throughout the 9-month tenure:
- SSLC, ITI, & HSE/ITI Categories: ₹11,000/- per month.
- Diploma & Graduation Categories: ₹13,000/- per month.
Note: Stipends include Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) components provided under the Government scheme. CSL does not provide additional boarding, lodging, or travel allowances during recruitment stages or training.
Selection Procedure
The selection method relies entirely on merit-based evaluation without a written exam:
- Shortlisting: Applicants are shortlisted based on the aggregate percentage of marks secured in their qualifying examinations. Older candidates receive preference in cases of tied scores.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates receive notification offers via the PMIS portal. Candidates must produce original academic, identity, age, and category certificates for verification.
- Medical Clearance: Final induction is subject to document validation and medical fitness certification.
How to Apply for CSL Recruitment 2026 Online
Follow these step-by-step instructions to lodge your application through the central portal:
- Visit the official Prime Minister Internship Scheme portal at
pminternship.mca.gov.in. - Download and review the Candidate User Manual under the ‘Manuals’ tab before proceeding.
- Register your candidate profile by filling in primary personal, contact, and educational background data.
- Select ‘Cochin Shipyard Limited’ internships under active postings and submit your trade preference.
- Upload all necessary document scans and review the filled details carefully before submitting.
- Save and print the final confirmation application page for future verification reference.
