Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), a Mini Ratna company under the Ministry of Defence, has advertised 40 posts, from Junior Manager up to Chief General Manager. A Mini Ratna is a profitable public sector company that the government lets run with extra freedom. Thirty-one of the posts are regular and nine are fixed-term contracts of 3 years. Online applications open on 23.10.2026 and close at 5 PM on 22.11.2026.
Almost every post is filled by interview alone, so there is no written exam to prepare for. The only exception is the two Junior Manager posts.
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Goa Shipyard Recruitment Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Chief General Manager, Additional General Manager, Deputy General Manager, Manager, Deputy Manager and Junior Manager (18 regular posts and 6 fixed-term posts, listed below) |
| Organization | Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), a Government of India Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | Advt. No. 06/2026 (Direct Recruitment) |
| Location | Goa (GSL, Vasco-da-Gama); one post (Junior Manager, Coordination) is for the Delhi Office |
| Total Vacancies | 40 (Regular 31 and Fixed Term 9). By category: UR 21, OBC(NCL) 9, SC 4, ST 2, EWS 3, PwBD(HH) 1 |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech, CA or Cost Accountant, MBA/MSW/PG, MCA, LLB, Hindi qualification or Diploma, depending on the post (see Eligibility Criteria) |
| Age Limit | Maximum 57 years as on 30.09.2026 (varies by post — see table below) Check your age eligibility → |
| Selection Process | Interview only (all posts except Junior Manager) → Junior Manager: Written test → Document verification → Interview |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 1,20,000 basic pay at the start, by post (about Rs. 10 to 40 lakh a year in all) |
| How to Apply | Apply online at the GSL portal, then post the printout with documents so it reaches GSL by 02.12.2026 |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website / Apply Online | www.goashipyard.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online applications start | 23.10.2026 (from 00:00 hrs) |
| Last date to apply online | 22.11.2026 (till 17:00 hrs) |
| Last date for GSL to receive the printout and documents by post | 02.12.2026 |
| Age and experience counted as on | 30.09.2026 |
| Interview / written test dates | Not announced. GSL will put them on its website and email the shortlisted candidates |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates other than those listed below | Rs. 500 (non-refundable), paid online through SBI ePay |
| SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
| Internal candidates (people already working at GSL) | Nil |
The fee is for one post. If you apply for more than one post, you need a separate application and a separate fee for each.
Vacancy Details
A. Regular posts: 31 vacancies. These include backlog reserved vacancies, meaning reserved seats from earlier years that were never filled.
| Post | Posts | Category-wise | Grade and pay scale (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chief General Manager (Finance) | 1 | UR 1 | E-8 (1,20,000 – 2,80,000) |
| Additional General Manager (Naval Architecture) / Deputy General Manager (Naval Architecture) | 2 | OBC(NCL) 1, UR 1 | E-6 (90,000 – 2,40,000) / E-5 (80,000 – 2,20,000) |
| Additional General Manager (Human Resources) | 1 | UR 1 | E-6 (90,000 – 2,40,000) |
| Additional General Manager (Finance) | 2 | OBC(NCL) 2 | E-6 (90,000 – 2,40,000) |
| Manager (Safety) | 2 | SC 1, UR 1 | E-3 (60,000 – 1,80,000) |
| Manager (Public Relations) | 1 | UR 1 | E-3 (60,000 – 1,80,000) |
| Deputy Manager (Electrical) | 2 | EWS 1, ST 1 | E-2 (50,000 – 1,60,000) |
| Deputy Manager (Technical) | 7 | UR 1, SC 2, ST 1, EWS 1, OBC(NCL) 2 | E-2 (50,000 – 1,60,000) |
| Deputy Manager (Digital Design and Additive Manufacturing) | 2 | UR 2 | E-2 (50,000 – 1,60,000) |
| Deputy Manager (Welding Automation) | 1 | OBC(NCL) 1 | E-2 (50,000 – 1,60,000) |
| Deputy Manager (HVACR) | 1 | UR 1 | E-2 (50,000 – 1,60,000) |
| Deputy Manager (Marketing and Costing) | 1 | OBC(NCL) 1 | E-2 (50,000 – 1,60,000) |
| Deputy Manager (Information Technology) | 2 | UR 2 | E-2 (50,000 – 1,60,000) |
| Deputy Manager (Rajbhasha) | 1 | OBC(NCL) 1 | E-2 (50,000 – 1,60,000) |
| Deputy Manager (Finance) | 2 | PwBD(HH) 1, UR 1 | E-2 (50,000 – 1,60,000) |
| Deputy Manager (Legal) | 1 | UR 1 | E-2 (50,000 – 1,60,000) |
| Junior Manager (Coordination, Delhi Office) | 1 | UR 1 | E-0 (30,000 – 1,20,000) |
| Junior Manager (Safety) | 1 | UR 1 | E-0 (30,000 – 1,20,000) |
B. Fixed-term posts: 9 vacancies. Each is a contract for 3 years, which GSL can extend by up to 2 more years.
| Post | Posts | Category-wise | Grade and pay scale (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chief General Manager (HR&A) | 1 | UR 1 | E-8 (1,20,000 – 2,80,000) |
| Chief General Manager (Business Development) / General Manager (Business Development) | 1 | See note below | E-8 (1,20,000 – 2,80,000) / E-7 (1,00,000 – 2,60,000) |
| Chief General Manager (Technical) / General Manager (Technical) | 1 | See note below | E-8 (1,20,000 – 2,80,000) / E-7 (1,00,000 – 2,60,000) |
| Deputy General Manager (Ship Repairs) | 1 | UR 1 | E-5 (80,000 – 2,20,000) |
| Manager (Civil) | 3 | UR 2, SC 1 | E-3 (60,000 – 1,80,000) |
| Deputy Manager (Ship Repairs) | 2 | UR 1, EWS 1 | E-2 (50,000 – 1,60,000) |
The notice shows the two posts under Business Development and Technical together, with 1 UR seat and 1 OBC(NCL) seat between them. It does not say which post gets which seat. Short forms: UR is Unreserved (open to all), OBC(NCL) is Other Backward Class (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS is Economically Weaker Section, and PwBD(HH) is a person with a benchmark disability who is hard of hearing. SR in the notice stands for Ship Repairs. GSL may offer a lower grade than the one you applied for, for example Deputy General Manager to someone who applied as Additional General Manager, or General Manager to someone who applied as Chief General Manager.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian national |
| Educational qualification | Depends on the post (see the post-wise table below). Engineering degrees must be full-time and regular. Lateral entry (joining the 2nd year of a 4-year degree directly) counts as equal. |
| Experience | Counted after you get the qualification, as on 30.09.2026 |
| Age limit | Maximum 33 to 57 years, depending on the post and your category (see table below) Check your age eligibility → |
| Government / PSU employees | Must have worked at least 2 years in the pay scale just below the post. You must apply through proper channel or show a No Objection Certificate (NOC, a letter from your employer allowing you to apply). The NOC is not needed for the fixed-term posts. |
| Private sector candidates (Grade E-7 and above) | Your last 2 years must be in a company with a yearly turnover of at least Rs. 100 crore, in a similar role |
| Application restriction | One application and one fee per post. Online applications only |
Post-wise qualification and experience
| Post | Essential qualification | Minimum experience |
|---|---|---|
| CGM (Finance), AGM (Finance), DM (Finance) | Graduate and qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) or Cost Accountant | 23 / 16 / 4 years |
| AGM / DGM (Naval Architecture) | Full-time B.E./B.Tech in Naval Architecture | 16 years (AGM) / 13 years (DGM) |
| AGM (Human Resources) | Graduate with 2-year full-time MBA, MSW or PG degree or diploma in HR, IR or social work | 16 years |
| Manager (Safety) | Full-time B.E./B.Tech plus 1-year Diploma in Industrial Safety (CLI/RLI), or 2-year PG in Safety | 7 years |
| Manager (Public Relations) | Master’s in Journalism and Mass Communication, Media, Advertising or Publicity | 7 years in PR or media; good Hindi and English |
| DM (Electrical) | Full-time B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering | 4 years |
| DM (Technical), DM (HVACR) | Full-time B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Industrial or Marine | 4 years (Technical: in shipbuilding or ship repair) |
| DM (Digital Design and Additive Manufacturing) | Full-time B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Industrial, Chemical or Marine | 4 years in product design, additive manufacturing or R and D |
| DM (Welding Automation) | Full-time B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Industrial, Marine or Robotics | 4 years |
| DM (Marketing and Costing) | B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical, Production, Electronics, Electrical, Naval Architecture) plus MBA or PG diploma in Marketing and Finance | 4 years |
| DM (Information Technology) | Full-time MCA, or B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT | 4 years |
| DM (Rajbhasha) | Graduate with a Hindi diploma, degree or advanced certificate (or Hindi translation diploma), or Master’s with Hindi | 4 years |
| DM (Legal) | Full-time LLB (3 or 5 year) and Bar Council enrolment | 4 years |
| Junior Manager (Coordination, Delhi Office) | Any degree, or Diploma in Engineering | 15 years in the Armed Forces, with 5+ years of liaison work |
| Junior Manager (Safety) | Diploma in Engineering plus 1-year Diploma in Industrial Safety (CLI/RLI), or 2-year PG in Safety | 15 years |
| CGM (HR&A), fixed term | Graduate with 2-year full-time MBA, MSW or PG degree or diploma in HR, IR or social work | 23 years, 10 of them in a senior HR/IR role |
| CGM / GM (Business Development), fixed term | Full-time B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Electronics, Electrical or Naval Architecture | 23 years (CGM) / 20 years (GM), 7 in a senior role |
| CGM / GM (Technical), fixed term | Same B.E./B.Tech streams as above | 23 years (CGM) / 20 years (GM), 7 in a senior role in a shipyard or dockyard |
| DGM (Ship Repairs), fixed term | Same B.E./B.Tech streams as above | 13 years in ship repair |
| Manager (Civil), fixed term | Full-time B.E./B.Tech in Civil or Structural | 7 years as project or site manager |
| DM (Ship Repairs), fixed term | Same B.E./B.Tech streams as above | 4 years in shipbuilding or ship repair |
Upper age limit as on 30.09.2026
| Post | Maximum age (years) |
|---|---|
| CGM (Finance), regular | UR 54 |
| AGM (Naval Architecture) / DGM (Naval Architecture) | AGM: UR 48, OBC(NCL) 51 / DGM: UR 44, OBC(NCL) 47 |
| AGM (Human Resources) | UR 48 |
| AGM (Finance) | OBC(NCL) 51 |
| Manager (Safety) and Manager (Public Relations) | UR 36, SC 41 |
| All Deputy Manager posts, regular | UR and EWS 33, OBC(NCL) 36, SC and ST 38 |
| Junior Manager (both posts) | UR 40 |
| CGM (HR&A), fixed term | UR 54 |
| CGM / GM (Business Development and Technical), fixed term | CGM: UR 54, OBC(NCL) 57 / GM: UR 52, OBC(NCL) 55 |
| DGM (Ship Repairs), fixed term | UR 44 |
| Manager (Civil), fixed term | UR 36, SC 41 |
| DM (Ship Repairs), fixed term | UR and EWS 33 |
| Category | Age relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC, ST, OBC(NCL), Ex-Servicemen, Ex-Agniveer, PwBD | As per Government of India rules in force (the notice gives no figures) |
| Internal candidates (GSL employees) | Extra relaxation as per GSL rules |
| Posts at E-7 and above (GM and CGM) | Up to the extra years of experience you have over what the post asks, but at least 3 years of service must be left before retirement on the cut-off date |
So a general candidate for Deputy Manager must be 33 or younger on 30.09.2026, and an OBC (NCL) candidate 36 or younger. The first table already shows a separate limit for each category, so find your post and your category there first.
Who Should Apply
- Check which list a post is in before you apply. The 9 fixed-term posts are contracts that end by themselves after 3 years, can be extended by up to 2 more, and come with no promise of a regular job. If you want a permanent post, apply only for the regular ones.
- Deputy Manager is the way in: 20 of the 31 regular posts are at this level, and it asks for just 4 years of experience after your qualification. Posts from Manager upwards ask for 7 to 23 years.
- Only the two Junior Manager posts have a written test. For every other post, GSL says it can raise the minimum eligibility and shortlist before calling anyone, so meeting the minimum does not guarantee an interview call.
- Both Junior Manager posts ask for 15 years of experience. The Delhi Office post also needs Armed Forces service, with at least 5 years of liaison work with defence services, ministries and public sector units.
- GSL can post selected candidates to any location or department it chooses, so think about that before you apply.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| All posts except Junior Manager | |
| 1. Shortlisting | GSL can raise the minimum eligibility when many people apply, and it decides its own way of screening applications. Only shortlisted candidates are called. |
| 2. Interview | The only selection stage. Shortlisted candidates get a call letter by email at the address they gave while applying. |
| Junior Manager (Coordination, Delhi Office and Safety) | |
| 1. Written test | 85 marks. To pass you need 50% (UR and EWS) or 45% (SC, ST, OBC(NCL) and PwBD, where the post is reserved). |
| 2. Document verification | For those who pass the written test |
| 3. Interview | 15 marks. Pass marks are 50% (UR and EWS) or 45% (reserved categories). |
| 4. Final merit list | Candidates who pass the interview are ranked on written test and interview marks added together, following the reservation rules. If two candidates tie, the older one ranks higher. |
In short: for every post except Junior Manager, the interview decides everything. For Junior Manager, the written test carries 85 marks and the interview 15, and the two are added to make your final score. Outstation candidates called for interview get a travel allowance (AC 2-tier rail fare for Additional General Manager and below, economy air fare for CGM and GM), but only on showing proof of the journey.
Salary and Benefits
GSL pays on IDA 2017 pay scales, the pay system used by central public sector companies. In a scale such as 50,000-3%-1,60,000, pay starts at Rs. 50,000 and goes up each year by 3% until it reaches the top figure.
| Grade | Pay scale (Rs.) | Posts | Approx. yearly package (Rs. lakh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| E-8 | 1,20,000 – 2,80,000 | Chief General Manager | 40.28 regular / 37.25 fixed term |
| E-7 | 1,00,000 – 2,60,000 | General Manager (fixed term only) | 31.05 |
| E-6 | 90,000 – 2,40,000 | Additional General Manager | 29.95 |
| E-5 | 80,000 – 2,20,000 | Deputy General Manager | 26.58 regular / 24.56 fixed term |
| E-3 | 60,000 – 1,80,000 | Manager | 19.92 regular / 18.41 fixed term |
| E-2 | 50,000 – 1,60,000 | Deputy Manager | 16.62 regular / 15.36 fixed term |
| E-0 | 30,000 – 1,20,000 | Junior Manager | 10.01 |
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Other benefits | Performance Related Pay, accident insurance cover, contributory medical insurance policy and welfare items, as per company rules |
In plain terms: a Deputy Manager starts at Rs. 50,000 a month in basic pay, and the notice puts the whole yearly package for a regular post at about Rs. 16.62 lakh. For a Chief General Manager the package is about Rs. 40.28 lakh a year. The notice does not say what the package is made up of.
How to Apply
- Go to www.goashipyard.in, open Notice Board, then Careers, then GSL Careers. You can also go straight to the GSL recruitment portal.
- Click Apply Online and pick the post you want. Read the eligibility and terms before you go on.
- Fill in your details and upload your photograph, signature and certificates (sizes are in the Documents table below).
- Pay the Rs. 500 fee through SBI ePay, unless you are exempt. Download the Fee Receipt. No receipt means the payment failed, so log in and pay again.
- Submit the form, take two printouts, and post one printout with copies of all your documents to General Manager (HR&A), HR&A Department, Goa Shipyard Limited, Vasco-Da-Gama, Goa – 403802. It must reach GSL on or before 02.12.2026.
Note: Only online applications are accepted. Applications made in any other way are rejected, and you cannot edit the form once it is submitted.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Passport-size colour photograph | Light background, preferably white, face and eyes clear. File size below 450 KB Resize your photo and signature → |
| Signature | Your real signature on plain white paper in black ink, scanned (not a digital signature). Below 450 KB |
| SSC certificate (proof of date of birth) | Scanned copy, not more than 500 KB |
| Education mark sheets and degree | Scanned copy, not more than 1 MB |
| Caste certificate (if applicable) | Scanned copy, not more than 500 KB. OBC(NCL) certificate must be no more than 6 months old at joining. EWS and PwBD certificates are needed for those categories |
| Experience certificates | Scanned copy, not more than 1 MB |
| Aadhaar card | Scanned copy, not more than 500 KB |
| NOC and pay-scale proof (if you work in government or a PSU) | No Objection Certificate, plus a document showing your current pay scale and the date you joined it (regular posts) |
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Download Notification PDF |
| Apply Online (opens 23.10.2026) | GSL Recruitment Portal |
| Official Website | www.goashipyard.in |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying online and stopping there. GSL also has to receive your printout and documents by post by 02.12.2026.
- Sending one application for two posts. Each post needs its own application and its own Rs. 500 fee, and the fee is not returned even if you turn out to be ineligible.
- Using a digital or typed signature. The notice wants a scan of your own signature on paper with a pen.
- Pressing back or refresh during payment. You may be charged twice, and no Fee Receipt means the payment did not go through.
- Forgetting the NOC if you work in government or a PSU. Without it you will not be allowed into the selection process for a regular post.
- Counting your experience from the wrong date. Age and experience are both counted as on 30.09.2026, not on the day you apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for GSL Advt. 06/2026?
You can apply online from 23.10.2026 until 17:00 hrs on 22.11.2026, and the printout must reach GSL by 02.12.2026.
How many posts are there in this recruitment?
There are 40 posts in all: 31 regular posts and 9 fixed-term posts.
What do I need to apply for Deputy Manager?
You need a full-time degree in the stream the post asks for (for example B.E./B.Tech, MCA, LLB or CA) and 4 years of experience after it, counted on 30.09.2026.
What is the application fee?
The fee is Rs. 500 per post, and SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and GSL’s own employees pay nothing.
Is there a written exam?
No, except for the two Junior Manager posts, which have an 85-mark written test followed by a 15-mark interview.
Do I have to send anything by post?
Yes, after applying online you must post a printout of the form with your documents to General Manager (HR&A), Goa Shipyard Limited, Vasco-Da-Gama, Goa – 403802, to reach by 02.12.2026.
How much will I be paid?
Basic pay at the start runs from Rs. 30,000 a month for Junior Manager to Rs. 1,20,000 for Chief General Manager, and the notice puts the yearly package at about Rs. 10 to 40 lakh.
Are the fixed-term posts permanent?
No, they are contracts for 3 years that GSL can extend by up to 2 more, and GSL gives no promise of a regular job afterwards.
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.
