CSL Nurse Vacancy 2026: Cochin Shipyard Limited has released 1 Male Nurse post. GNM with 1 year experience can apply online before 3 October 2026.
Advertising no. :- CSL/P&A/RECTT/CONTRACT/NURSE/2025/9 Dated 09 September 2026
Introduction:
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a premier Miniratna Schedule A Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, has released a recruitment notification inviting applications from eligible male Indian nationals for the post of Nurse on a contract basis for a period of three years.
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CSL Nurse Vacancy 2026 - Overview:
organization name | Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) |
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Post Name | Nurse (Male) |
post type | Contract Basis (3 years, extendable up to a further period of 2 years) |
application mode | Online |
application fees | Rs. 300 for General/OBC candidates (plus bank charges extra). SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from fee payment. |
No Of Vacancy | Nurse (Male): 01 vacancy (Unreserved) |
education qualification | three-year Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery, valid registration as Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife (RN & RM) with the Kerala Nurses Midwives Council (KNMC), and 1 year of post-qualification experience as a Nurse in a Hospital, Nursing Home, Primary Health Centre, First Aid Centre, Occupational Health Centre, Industrial Healthcare Facility, or similar healthcare establishment. |
selection process | Certificate Verification followed by Objective Type Test (30 Marks) and Practical Test (70 Marks) |
age limit( as of 03 October 2026 ) | Upper age limit is 40 years (Applicants should be born on or after 04 October 1986) (Age relaxation applicable: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, 10-15 years for PwBD as per rules) |
salary | First Year: Consolidated pay of Rs. 23,300 per month plus Rs. 5,830 per month compensation for extra hours of work. Second Year: Consolidated pay of Rs. 24,000 per month plus Rs. 6,000 per month compensation for extra hours of work. Third Year: Consolidated pay of Rs. 24,800 per month plus Rs. 6,200 per month compensation for extra hours of work. |
CSL Nurse Vacancy 2026 - Important Dates:
Candidates should check the following dates before submitting their application.
- Notification Date: 09 September 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 11 September 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 03 October 2026
- Exam Date: To be notified by CSL
The selection schedule will be communicated to shortlisted candidates through email/CSL website.
CSL Nurse Vacancy 2026 - Exam Pattern:
The selection consists of two parts:
Part A: Objective Type Test (Duration: 35 Minutes, Total Questions: 30, Total Marks: 30, No negative marking)
* General Knowledge/Aptitude: 10 Marks
* Discipline-Related Subject: 20 Marks
Part B: Practical Test (Total Marks: 70)
* The pass mark for Unreserved category is 50% of total marks in each test, while for PwBD candidates it is 40% of total marks in each test.
CSL Nurse Vacancy 2026 - Important Direct Link:
CSL Nurse Vacancy 2026 - Exam Tips Preparation:
- Focus on core nursing diploma subjects, especially occupational healthcare, first aid, emergency nursing, and medical record management.
- Revise basic general knowledge, current affairs, and basic numerical aptitude for the general section.
- Practice practical nursing procedures, emergency response protocols, and patient assessment techniques for the practical exam.
- Manage your time during the objective test since you have 35 minutes to solve 30 questions.
CSL Nurse Vacancy 2026 - How To Apply?
Step 1: Visit the official CSL website at www.cochinshipyard.in and go to the Career page (CSL, Kochi).
Step 2: Read the official user manual and instructions carefully before registering.
Step 3: Complete the One-Time Registration in the SAP Online Portal.
Step 4: Fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and experience details.
Step 5: Upload mandatory documents including proof of age, educational qualifications, registration certificate, experience certificates, and a recent passport-sized photograph.
Step 6: Pay the application fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking (if applicable).
Step 7: Submit the application and verify that the application status displays “In process”. Keep a printout or soft copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
CSL Nurse Vacancy 2026 - FAQs?
Q1: What is the maximum age limit for applying to this post?
👉A1: The upper age limit is 40 years as on 03 October 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for PwBD and Ex-servicemen candidates as per rules.
Q2: Is female candidates eligible to apply for this vacancy?
👉A2: No, this recruitment notification is specifically for the post of Nurse (Male).
Q3: Is registration with the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council mandatory?
👉A3: Yes, valid registration as Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife (RN & RM) with the Kerala Nurses Midwives Council (KNMC) is required.
Q4: Do candidates need to send physical copies of their application form by post?
👉A4: No, candidates do not need to send hard copies of the application form or documents by post. All applications must be submitted online only.
Q5: Is there any negative marking in the Objective Type Test?
👉A5: No, there is no negative marking in the Objective Type Test.
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