CSL Nurse Recruitment 2026: Apply Online

CSL Nurse Recruitment 2026 Announced

Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a Government of India enterprise, has released a recruitment notification for the post of Nurse (Male) on a contract basis. This is a chance for eligible candidates to join CSL in Kochi, Kerala.

Job Highlights

Organization: Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL)

Post Name: Nurse (Male)

Contract Period: Three years, extendable up to two more years.

Location: CSL, Kochi, Kerala

Application Mode: Online

Important Dates

Candidates are advised to apply well before the last date to avoid any last-minute issues.

Vacancy Details

CSL has announced 1 vacancy for the post of Nurse (Male) on a contract basis.

CSL reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies or cancel the recruitment process as per its requirement.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Nurse post, candidates must possess the following qualifications:

• A three-year Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery.
• Valid registration as a Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife (RN & RM) with the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council (KNMC).

Candidates need at least one year of experience as a Nurse in one of the following facilities:

• Hospital
• Nursing Home
• Primary Health Centre
• First Aid Centre
• Occupational Health Centre (OHC)
• Industrial Healthcare Facility
• Similar Healthcare Establishment

Training with remuneration will be considered as experience.

The upper age limit for the post is 40 years as on 03 October 2026. This means applicants should be born on or after 04 October 1986.

Age relaxation will be provided for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) and Ex-servicemen as per Government of India guidelines. However, the age limit will not exceed 50 years even after applying relaxations.

Application Fee

An application fee of ₹ 300/- (Non-refundable, plus bank charges extra) is required for all candidates except those belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD).

The fee can be paid online using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Internet Banking.

Candidates belonging to SC/ST/PwBD categories are exempted from paying the application fee.

Salary / Pay Scale

The remuneration for the Nurse post is on a consolidated pay basis, which increases over the contract period:

Selection Process

The selection process involves two stages:

1. Objective Type Test: This test will have 30 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and will be conducted for 35 minutes. There are 10 marks for General knowledge and 20 marks for Discipline related topics. There is no negative marking.
2. Practical Test: This test will be for 70 marks.

Candidates must secure a minimum pass mark of 50% in each test (Objective Type Test and Practical Test) for unreserved posts. For PwBD candidates, the minimum pass mark is 40% in each test.

CSL may relax the minimum pass marks if there are insufficient qualified candidates.

Shortlisting may be done based on eligibility criteria before allowing candidates to attend the selection process.

Final selection will be based on the total marks secured in both tests, subject to verification of original certificates.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the CSL website. The application window is open from 11 September 2026 to 03 October 2026.

Candidates are required to upload necessary documents and pay the application fee (if applicable) during the online application process.

It is important to fill in all details accurately in the online application form.

Documents Required

Candidates must be ready to produce original certificates and self-attested copies for verification at the time of selection. These include proof of:

• Age
• Educational Qualification
• Experience
• Reservation Category (if applicable)
• Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates)

Important Instructions

• Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
• Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
• The rank list will be valid for 18 months from the date of reporting of the last candidate.
• CSL reserves the right to modify or cancel the recruitment process.

Important Links

Official Website: Not specified in the official notification.

Notification PDF: Click Here

FAQs

The last date to apply online is 03 October 2026.

A three-year Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery and valid registration as RN & RM with KNMC are required.

The upper age limit is 40 years as on 03 October 2026.

Yes, a fee of ₹ 300/- is applicable for general candidates. SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempted.

Selection will be based on an Objective Type Test and a Practical Test.