Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a Miniratna Schedule A company under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India, has invited online applications for 227 internship seats under the Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS). The internship is for a duration of 9 months and is open to candidates from six qualification categories – ITI Trades, SSLC, HSE/ITI, Diploma, Graduation and Post Graduation – between the ages of 18 and 25 years. Monthly stipend is Rs. 11,000 for ITI, SSLC and HSE/ITI categories, and Rs. 13,000 for Diploma, Graduation and Post Graduation categories, including the Direct Benefit Transfer component from the Government of India. Applications must be submitted exclusively through the official PMIS Portal at pminternship.mca.gov.in. There is no application fee. This is an internship under a Government of India scheme – it is not a regular, contractual or permanent employment offer from CSL, and CSL has no obligation to offer employment upon completion.
Important – Read Before You Apply: Four things about this scheme that every applicant must understand clearly. First, this is a government internship scheme, not a job – completion of the 9-month PMIS internship at CSL does not entitle the intern to any employment with Cochin Shipyard, and CSL has explicitly stated it is not liable for any appointment during or after the internship. Second, several common categories are ineligible – IIT, IIM, NLU, IISER, NID, IIIT or IISc graduates, and candidates holding CA, CMA, CS, MBBS, BDS, MD, MS, MBA, MPhil or PhD qualifications, cannot apply under this scheme. Third, family income must be below Rs. 12 lakh per annum in the preceding financial year, and no family member can be a permanent or regular government employee; both conditions must be met as on the date of application. Fourth, there is no fixed last date for each batch – CSL will post vacancies on the PMIS portal from time to time up to 30 October 2026; check the portal regularly rather than waiting for a single deadline.
CSL PMIS Internship 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) – Miniratna Schedule A, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways |
| Scheme | Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) |
| Total Seats | 227 (across 6 categories) |
| Duration | 9 months |
| Age Limit | 18 to 25 years |
| Stipend | Rs. 11,000/month (ITI, SSLC, HSE/ITI) and Rs. 13,000/month (Diploma, Graduation, PG) |
| Application Mode | Online only – pminternship.mca.gov.in |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection Basis | Percentage of marks in prescribed qualification |
| Last Date | 30 October 2026 (rolling basis – check portal periodically) |
| Nature | Internship only – not a job offer |
| Official Website | cochinshipyard.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application portal | pminternship.mca.gov.in – open now |
| Last date for applications | 30 October 2026 (rolling – CSL posts batches periodically) |
| Certificate verification | Date mentioned in individual offer letter on PMIS portal |
Vacancy Details
Category A – ITI Trades (92 seats, stipend Rs. 11,000/month)
| Trade | Seats |
|---|---|
| Electrician | 10 |
| Fitter | 10 |
| Sheet Metal Worker | 10 |
| Welder | 9 |
| Machinist | 8 |
| Ship Wright Wood/Carpenter/Wood Work Technician | 6 |
| Pipe Fitter/Plumber | 6 |
| Mechanic Diesel | 5 |
| Marine Fitter | 5 |
| Painter (General)/Painter (Marine) | 4 |
| Electronic Mechanic | 4 |
| Mechanic Auto Electrical and Electronics | 4 |
| Draughtsman (Mech) | 2 |
| Draughtsman (Civil) | 2 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 2 |
| Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 2 |
| Health Sanitary Inspector | 2 |
| Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Mechanic/Technician | 1 |
| Total | 92 |
Category B – SSLC (80 seats, stipend Rs. 11,000/month)
| Discipline | Seats |
|---|---|
| Scaffolder Intern | 30 |
| Painter Intern | 30 |
| Grinder Intern | 20 |
| Total | 80 |
Category C – HSE/ITI (27 seats, stipend Rs. 11,000/month)
| Discipline | Seats |
|---|---|
| Intern Warehouse Assistant | 27 |
Category D – Diploma (16 seats, stipend Rs. 13,000/month)
| Discipline | Seats |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 2 |
| Electrical Engineering | 2 |
| Electronics Engineering | 2 |
| Instrumentation Engineering | 2 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 2 |
| Catering/Hotel Management | 2 |
| Pharmacy | 2 |
| Nursing | 2 |
| Total | 16 |
Category E – Graduation (11 seats, stipend Rs. 13,000/month)
| Discipline | Seats |
|---|---|
| Clerical | 11 |
Category F – Post Graduation (1 seat, stipend Rs. 13,000/month)
| Discipline | Seats |
|---|---|
| Intern Hindi (MA Hindi/MA Hindi with Translation) | 1 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Category | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| ITI Trades | Pass in Class X (SSLC) AND pass in ITI (National Trade Certificate – NTC) in the relevant trade |
| SSLC | Pass in Class X |
| HSE/ITI | Pass in Class XII or ITI (National Trade Certificate – NTC) |
| Diploma | Diploma in Engineering or Technology in the relevant discipline from a State Council/Board/University or equivalent recognised institution |
| Graduation | Graduation in any stream other than B.Tech/performing arts (BA, BSc, BCom, BBA, BCA etc.) |
| Post Graduation | MA Hindi or MA Hindi with Translation |
Age limit is 18 to 25 years, uniform across all categories.
Who Cannot Apply – Ineligibility Conditions
The following candidates are explicitly excluded from the PMIS:
- Graduates and postgraduates from IITs, IIMs, National Law Universities, IISER, NIDs, IIITs and IISc
- Holders of CA, CMA, CS, MBBS, BDS, MD, MS, MBA (or equivalent), MPhil or PhD qualifications
- Candidates already undergoing any skill, apprenticeship, internship or training programme under a Central or State Government scheme
- Candidates who have previously completed apprenticeship or training under NATS or NAPS at any point
- Candidates whose family gross annual income exceeded Rs. 12 lakh in the preceding financial year as on the date of application
- Candidates with any family member who is a permanent or regular employee of any Central or State Government
Stipend
| Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| ITI Trades, SSLC, HSE/ITI | Rs. 11,000 per month (includes DBT from Government of India) |
| Diploma, Graduation, Post Graduation | Rs. 13,000 per month (includes DBT from Government of India) |
No travel expenses for certificate verification or during the internship. Boarding and lodging are not provided by CSL.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting | Based on percentage of marks in the prescribed qualification for the respective category/trade |
| Tie-breaking | Higher age ranked first if percentages are equal |
| Offer Letter | Issued through the PMIS portal – no postal communication |
| Certificate Verification | Candidates appear with originals on the date in the offer letter |
| Provisional Induction | Subject to successful certificate verification and medical fitness |
How to Apply
- Visit the official PMIS portal – the Apply Online link is in the Important Links table below.
- Read the Candidate User Manual available under the Manuals section on the portal before starting.
- Register and fill the online application form carefully, entering marks and all other details accurately.
- Submit the application through the PMIS portal.
- Check the portal regularly for shortlisting updates and offer letters – no communication is sent by post.
- If shortlisted, report for certificate verification with original documents on the date specified in the offer letter.
Important Instructions
- This is an internship under the Prime Minister Internship Scheme. Completion does not entitle the intern to any employment at Cochin Shipyard Limited.
- Application must be made only through the PMIS portal. No other mode is accepted.
- CSL posts vacancies in batches up to 30 October 2026. Check the portal periodically.
- Marks entered in the application must match exactly with the mark certificate. Any discrepancy leads to summary rejection.
- Candidates with equivalent qualifications must produce an Equivalency Certificate from a competent authority at the time of verification.
- CSL may seek additional documentary evidence; reply only to
[email protected] - Offer letters are issued only on the PMIS portal. Do not share personal credentials with anyone.
- Canvassing in any form leads to disqualification. Only Indian Nationals are eligible.
- Legal disputes are subject to courts/tribunals at Ernakulam only.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – PMIS Portal | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF – CSL PMIS Internship 2026 | Click Here |
| Cochin Shipyard Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions – CSL PMIS Internship 2026
Q1. How many internship seats are available under CSL PMIS 2026?
✅ 227 seats across six qualification categories – 92 for ITI Trades, 80 for SSLC, 27 for HSE/ITI, 16 for Diploma, 11 for Graduation and 1 for Post Graduation – at Cochin Shipyard Limited under the Prime Minister Internship Scheme.
Q2. Is this a job or an internship?
✅ This is a government-sponsored internship under the PM Internship Scheme, not a job. The duration is 9 months. CSL has explicitly stated it has no obligation to offer employment to interns on completion, and an intern cannot claim any right to employment on this basis.
Q3. What is the stipend?
✅ Rs. 11,000 per month for ITI Trades, SSLC and HSE/ITI categories, and Rs. 13,000 per month for Diploma, Graduation and Post Graduation categories. Both amounts include the Direct Benefit Transfer component from the Government of India. No boarding, lodging or travel reimbursement is provided.
Q4. What is the age limit?
✅ 18 to 25 years, applicable uniformly across all six categories.
Q5. Can an MBA or IIT graduate apply?
✅ No. IIT, IIM, NLU, IISER, NID, IIIT and IISc graduates, and holders of MBA, CA, CMA, CS, MBBS, BDS, MD, MS, MPhil and PhD qualifications, are specifically excluded from the PMIS and cannot apply under this scheme.
Q6. What is the family income condition?
✅ Family gross annual income must be below Rs. 12 lakh in the preceding financial year as on the date of application, and no family member can be a permanent or regular government employee. Both conditions must be satisfied.
Q7. What is the last date to apply?
✅ CSL posts vacancies on the PMIS portal periodically up to 30 October 2026. There is no single fixed last date – check the portal regularly rather than waiting for a closing date announcement.
Q8. How is the selection done?
✅ By shortlisting candidates on the basis of percentage of marks in the prescribed qualification. In case of tied percentages, the older candidate is ranked higher. Shortlisted candidates are issued an offer letter on the PMIS portal and called for certificate verification.
Q9. What documents are needed at verification?
✅ Original certificates for age proof, educational qualification relevant to the applied category, caste certificate and disability certificate if applicable, along with self-attested copies of each. Candidates with equivalent qualifications must also produce an Equivalency Certificate from a competent authority.
Q10. Where will offer letters and updates be published?
✅ Only on the official PMIS portal at pminternship.mca.gov.in. No postal communication will be sent. Candidates must check the portal regularly after application.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the notification released by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) for engagement of interns under the Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS). The internship is for 9 months and covers 227 seats across six qualification categories. This is a government internship scheme and not a regular, contractual or permanent employment offer. Completion of the internship does not entitle the intern to any employment with CSL. Applications must be submitted only through the PMIS Portal at pminternship.mca.gov.in. CSL reserves the right to modify or cancel the process. All candidates must verify details from the official notification PDF at cochinshipyard.in and the PMIS portal. JobShouter.com is not associated with Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) in any manner.
