Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a Miniratna Schedule ‘A’ Public Sector Undertaking under the Government of India, has released a notification inviting online applications for the engagement of 227 Interns under the Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) for a period of nine (9) months. Candidates who have passed Class 10th, ITI, Class 12th, Diploma, Graduation or Post Graduation in the notified disciplines are eligible to apply. Registration is done entirely through the PMIS Portal, the last date to apply is 30.10.2026, and there is no application fee.
Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Interns under the Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) — ITI Trades, SSLC, HSE/ITI, Diploma, Graduation & Post Graduation disciplines |
| Organization | Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), Miniratna Schedule ‘A’ PSU, Govt. of India |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | CSL/P&A/HRM/HRM GENERAL/PM_INTERNSHIP_SCHEME/2024/45 dated 26.08.2026 |
| Location | Kochi, Kerala |
| Total Vacancies | 227 Seats (ITI Trades – 92, SSLC – 80, HSE/ITI – 27, Diploma – 16, Graduation – 11, Post Graduation – 1) |
| Qualification | Class 10th / ITI (NTC) / Class 12th / Diploma in Engineering / Graduation (BA, BSc, BCom, BBA, BCA) / MA Hindi — varies by discipline |
| Age Limit | 18 to 25 years Check your age eligibility → |
| Last Date to Apply | 30.10.2026 |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting on percentage of marks → Offer through PMIS Portal → Certificate Verification → Medical Fitness & Provisional Induction |
| Stipend | Rs. 11,000/month (ITI, SSLC, HSE) and Rs. 13,000/month (Diploma, Graduation, PG), including DBT by Govt of India |
| Duration of Internship | Nine (9) months |
| How to Apply | Apply online only through the PMIS Portal |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website / Apply Online | pminternship.mca.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 26.08.2026 |
| Application Start Date | Open now on the PMIS Portal |
| Last Date to Apply | 30.10.2026 |
| Certificate Verification | As per the date mentioned in the individual offer letter issued through the PMIS Portal |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories (UR / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PwBD / Women) | Nil |
| Mode of Payment | Not applicable — registration through the PMIS Portal is free |
Vacancy Details
A. ITI Trades — 92 Seats (Stipend ₹11,000/month)
| S.No | Trade | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Electrician | 10 |
| 2 | Fitter | 10 |
| 3 | Welder | 9 |
| 4 | Machinist | 8 |
| 5 | Electronic Mechanic | 4 |
| 6 | Instrument Mechanic | 2 |
| 7 | Draughtsman (Mech) | 2 |
| 8 | Draughtsman (Civil) | 2 |
| 9 | Painter (General) / Painter (Marine) | 4 |
| 10 | Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 2 |
| 11 | Sheet Metal Worker | 10 |
| 12 | Ship Wright Wood / Carpenter / Wood Work Technician | 6 |
| 13 | Mechanic Diesel | 5 |
| 14 | Pipe Fitter / Plumber | 6 |
| 15 | Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Mechanic / Technician | 1 |
| 16 | Marine Fitter | 5 |
| 17 | Health Sanitary Inspector | 2 |
| 18 | Mechanic Auto Electrical and Electronics Intern | 4 |
| Total | 92 |
B. SSLC (Class 10th) — 80 Seats (Stipend ₹11,000/month)
| S.No | Discipline | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grinder Intern | 20 |
| 2 | Painter Intern | 30 |
| 3 | Scaffolder Intern | 30 |
| Total | 80 |
C. HSE / ITI — 27 Seats (Stipend ₹11,000/month)
| S.No | Discipline | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Intern Warehouse Assistant | 27 |
| Total | 27 |
D. Diploma — 16 Seats (Stipend ₹13,000/month)
| S.No | Discipline | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Civil Engineering | 2 |
| 2 | Electrical Engineering | 2 |
| 3 | Electronics Engineering | 2 |
| 4 | Instrumentation Engineering | 2 |
| 5 | Mechanical Engineering | 2 |
| 6 | Catering / Hotel Management | 2 |
| 7 | Pharmacy | 2 |
| 8 | Nursing | 2 |
| Total | 16 |
E. Graduation — 11 Seats & F. Post Graduation — 1 Seat (Stipend ₹13,000/month)
| Level | Discipline | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Graduation | Clerical | 11 |
| Post Graduation | Intern Hindi | 1 |
| Total | 12 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification — ITI Trades (Category A) | Pass in Class Xth standard and pass in ITI (National Trade Certificate – NTC) in the relevant trade |
| Educational Qualification — SSLC (Category B) | Pass in Class Xth standard |
| Educational Qualification — HSE / ITI (Category C) | Pass in Class XIIth standard or ITI (National Trade Certificate – NTC) |
| Educational Qualification — Diploma (Category D) | Diploma in Engineering or Technology in the relevant discipline granted by a State Council/Board of Technical Education, a University, or an institution recognised by the State/Central Government as equivalent |
| Educational Qualification — Graduation (Category E) | Graduation other than performing arts / B.Tech — BA / BSc / BCom / BBA / BCA etc. |
| Educational Qualification — Post Graduation (Category F) | MA Hindi or MA Hindi with Translation |
| Age Limit | 18 to 25 years Check your age eligibility → |
| Nationality | Only Indian nationals need apply |
| Family Income Restriction | Not eligible if the income of any family member exceeded ₹12 lakh in the preceding financial year as on the date of submission of application |
| Government Employment Restriction | Not eligible if any family member is a permanent / regular government employee |
| Equivalency Certificate | Candidates holding an equivalent qualification must produce an Equivalency Certificate from the competent authority at the time of certificate verification / joining, failing which candidature will not be considered |
Note: The notification does not state any category-wise age relaxation, so no age relaxation table is shown here. The 18–25 years age band applies as notified.
Who Cannot Apply (Ineligibility Criteria)
| Ineligibility | Detail |
|---|---|
| Premier institute graduates | Graduates / Postgraduates from IITs, IIMs, National Law Universities, IISER, NIDs, IIITs and IISc |
| Professional qualifications | Holders of CA, CMA, CS, MBBS, BDS, MD, MS, MBA or equivalent, MPhil and PhD |
| Ongoing government training | Those currently undergoing any skill, apprenticeship, internship or training programme under Central or State Government schemes |
| Completed NATS / NAPS | Those who have completed apprenticeship or training under NATS or NAPS at any point |
| Family income | Income of any family member exceeding ₹12 lakh in the preceding FY as on the date of application |
| Family in government service | Any family member who is a permanent / regular government employee |
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 — Shortlisting on Marks | Shortlisting is done purely on the percentage of marks obtained in the prescribed qualification applicable to the respective trade or discipline. There is no written test and no interview mentioned in the notification. If two or more candidates secure the same percentage, relative merit is decided by seniority in age (the older candidate ranks higher). |
| Stage 2 — Offer of Internship | Shortlisted candidates are issued an offer of Internship Training through the PMIS Portal only. Offers are not sent by post, so candidates must check the PMIS Portal frequently for selection updates. |
| Stage 3 — Certificate Verification | Candidates must appear on the date mentioned in the offer letter with original certificates proving age, qualification, caste and disability (if any), along with self-attested copies of all those certificates. No travel expenses are payable for attending verification. |
| Stage 4 — Medical Fitness & Provisional Induction | On successful certificate verification, candidates are provisionally inducted for internship training subject to medical fitness. Selection is also subject to verification of character and antecedents, and of caste certificates where applicable. |
Stipend and Benefits
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Stipend — ITI / SSLC / HSE Interns (Categories A, B, C) | ₹11,000 per month, including Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) by the Government of India |
| Stipend — Diploma / Graduation / Post Graduation Interns (Categories D, E, F) | ₹13,000 per month, including Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) by the Government of India |
| Duration of Internship | Nine (9) months as per the Prime Minister Internship Scheme |
| Travel Expenses | Not admissible for attending certificate verification or during the training period |
| Boarding / Lodging | Not provided by CSL during the internship period |
| Employment After Internship | CSL has no obligation to offer employment on completion, and interns cannot claim a right to employment on the grounds of having completed the internship |
How to Apply
- Visit the official PM Internship Scheme portal at pminternship.mca.gov.in and register or log in with your credentials.
- Read the Candidate User Manual first — go to Manuals → Candidate User Manual on the PMIS portal before filling the online application.
- Complete your candidate profile and confirm you meet every eligibility condition, including the ₹12 lakh family income and government-employment restrictions.
- Search for the Cochin Shipyard Limited internship posting in your trade or discipline and apply online against it.
- Enter your marks exactly as printed on your certificate, review the full application once, and submit it before the last date of 30.10.2026.
Note: Applications are accepted only through the PMIS Portal. Queries about eligibility documents may be sent to apprenticeship@cochinshipyard.in, and PMIS portal functionality issues should be raised through pminternship.mca.gov.in → Support.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Proof of Age | Original required at certificate verification, plus a self-attested copy |
| Educational Qualification Certificates & Mark Sheets | Original required (SSLC / ITI NTC / HSE / Diploma / Degree / PG as applicable), plus self-attested copies |
| Caste Certificate | Original required if claiming a reserved category, plus a self-attested copy |
| Disability Certificate | Original required if applicable, plus a self-attested copy |
| Equivalency Certificate | Mandatory for candidates holding a qualification equivalent to the prescribed one, issued by the competent authority |
| Medical Fitness | Induction is subject to medical fitness as assessed by CSL |
| Passport-size Photograph & Signature | Required for PMIS Portal registration — follow the size/format specification shown on the portal Resize your photo and signature → |
| Government-issued Photo ID | General guidance — commonly required for portal registration and verification |
Important Links
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Download Notification PDF (English) |
| Download Official Notification (Hindi) | Download Notification PDF (Hindi) |
| Apply Online (PMIS Portal) | Register / Apply on PMIS Portal |
| Official Website | Cochin Shipyard Limited – Careers |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Do not enter marks carelessly — if the marks you type differ from those on your certificate, the notification states the application will be summarily rejected.
- Do not apply if any family member earned more than ₹12 lakh in the preceding financial year, or is a permanent/regular government employee — both make you ineligible outright.
- Do not apply if you have already completed apprenticeship or training under NATS or NAPS, or are currently in any Central/State Government skill, apprenticeship or training programme.
- Do not wait for a postal offer letter — offers of internship are issued only through the PMIS Portal, so check the portal frequently after applying.
- Do not go for certificate verification without originals plus self-attested copies, or without an Equivalency Certificate if your qualification is an equivalent one.
- Do not leave it to the last day — applications close on 30.10.2026, and the PMIS Portal can be slow when deadlines approach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many intern seats are available in the Cochin Shipyard PM Internship Scheme 2026 notification?
A total of 227 seats — 92 ITI trades, 80 SSLC, 27 HSE/ITI, 16 Diploma, 11 Graduation and 1 Post Graduation.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for the CSL PMIS Internship 2026?
The last date to apply is 30.10.2026, as listed by Cochin Shipyard against this notification on its official Careers page.
Q3. What is the stipend for a Cochin Shipyard PMIS intern?
₹11,000 per month for ITI, SSLC and HSE/ITI interns, and ₹13,000 per month for Diploma, Graduation and Post Graduation interns, including Direct Benefit Transfer by the Government of India.
Q4. What is the age limit for this internship?
Candidates must be between 18 and 25 years of age.
Q5. Is there any application fee?
No, the application fee is Nil for all candidates.
Q6. How are candidates selected for this internship?
Selection is by shortlisting on the percentage of marks in the prescribed qualification, with ties broken by seniority in age, followed by certificate verification and medical fitness — there is no written exam or interview.
Q7. How long is the internship and where is it based?
The internship runs for nine (9) months at Cochin Shipyard Limited in Kochi, Kerala.
Q8. Will Cochin Shipyard give a job after the internship?
No — the notification states clearly that CSL has no obligation to offer employment after the internship, and interns cannot claim a right to employment on the grounds of completing it.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
