UCSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — 12 Seats, Apply by 14 Oct (Karnataka)

Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL), Malpe, Karnataka, a wholly owned subsidiary of Cochin Shipyard Limited, has released a fresh notification for 12 apprentice training seats under the Apprentices Act — 9 ITI Trade Apprentice seats (Electrician-5, Plumber-4) under Notice VN-97, and 3 Graduate/Technician (Diploma) Apprentice seats (Mechanical Engineering-1, Electrical Engineering-2) under Notice VN-96. UCSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers one year of hands-on apprenticeship training at UCSL's Malpe facility. Candidates who have passed 10th Standard plus ITI (NTC) in the relevant trade, or hold a Diploma in Engineering/Technology in the relevant discipline, aged 18 years or above, can apply from 15 September 2026. Selected apprentices will undergo one year of practical training in electrical, plumbing, mechanical or electrical engineering trades at UCSL's shipbuilding facility, with ITI Trade Apprentices trained under the Apprentices Act 1961 and Diploma Apprentices under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973. Selection is by shortlisting based on qualification marks, followed by certificate verification and final selection based on merit, reservation and medical fitness — there is no written examination. UCSL Apprentice 2026 carries a stipend of ₹12,600 per month for ITI Trade Apprentices and ₹13,200 per month for Diploma Apprentices, plus Meals Allowance, with no application fee for any category. The UCSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 application closes on 14 October 2026, with different modes for each category — ITI Trade Apprentice applicants must download and fill the application form, then email the signed scanned copy with supporting documents to UCSL's designated address, while Diploma Apprentice applicants must apply through the NATS portal by searching for "Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited" under advertised vacancies. Candidates must read the complete official notification PDFs before applying, and note that candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training under the respective Act in any organisation are not eligible.

ITI Trade Apprentice: 10th pass + ITI (NTC) in Electrician or Plumber trade. Diploma Apprentice: Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering/Technology from a recognised institution.

Minimum 18 years as on 14 October 2026 (both categories)

ITI Trade Apprentice, Electrician (5 seats) — Pass in X Standard, plus ITI in Electrician trade with National Trade Certificate (NTC) ITI Trade Apprentice, Plumber (4 seats) — Pass in X Standard, plus ITI in Plumber trade with National Trade Certificate (NTC) Diploma Apprentice, Mechanical Engineering (1 seat) — Diploma in Mechanical Engineering/Technology from a State Council/Board of Technical Education, University, or recognised institution Diploma Apprentice, Electrical Engineering (2 seats) — Diploma in Electrical Engineering/Technology from a State Council/Board of Technical Education, University, or recognised institution Age Limit — ITI Trade Apprentice: minimum 18 years as on 14 October 2026. Diploma Apprentice: above 18 years as on 14 October 2026 No application fee for any category Job Type — 1-year apprenticeship training; ITI under Apprentices Act 1961, Diploma under Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973 Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training under the respective Act, in any organisation, are not eligible to apply Selection Process — Shortlisting based on qualification marks, Certificate Verification, and final selection based on merit, reservation and medical fitness UCSL, as a subsidiary of Cochin Shipyard, offers apprentices exposure to shipbuilding-related trades and engineering disciplines, similar in structure to CSL's own larger apprentice intake at Kochi

ITI Trade Apprentice: ₹12,600 per month + Meals Allowance Diploma Apprentice: ₹13,200 per month + Meals Allowance

1. For ITI Trade Apprentice: download and fill the application form provided with Notice VN-97 on udupicsl.com.
2. Paste a recent passport-size photograph and sign the ITI application form.
3. Send the scanned copy of the signed application form, along with supporting documents, by email to the address specified in the notification.
4. You will receive a unique registration number by email after successful submission.
5. For Diploma Apprentice: visit the NATS portal and complete the registration/login process.
6. Search for "Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited" under advertised vacancies on the NATS portal.
7. Click "Apply" against the relevant seat, complete the application, and verify your application status.
8. For both categories, ensure your application is submitted on or before 14 October 2026, with supporting documents — proof of age, educational certificates, ITI/Diploma certificate, mark sheets, caste certificate (if applicable), and disability certificate (if applicable).