Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Cochin Shipyard Limited under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, has announced recruitment for the post of Supervisor (Mechanical) on a contract basis. A total of 4 vacancies are on offer at its Malpe yard in Karnataka. The role involves supervising mechanical and shipbuilding related work, and selected candidates may be posted at UCSL units or project sites across India.
UCSL Recruitment 2026 - Supervisor (Mechanical) Posts
Posted 28 Sept 2026Updated 28 Sept 2026UCSL/IMS/HR/VN/F/11-SUP/MECH/91
Total Vacancies
4
Last Date
08 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 08 Oct 2026
- Notification17 Sept
- Applications Open17 Sept
- Applications Closed08 Oct
About UCSL Supervisor (Mechanical) Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited
- Advertisement No.
- UCSL/IMS/HR/VN/F/11-SUP/MECH/91
- Post Name
- Supervisor (Mechanical)
- Job Location
- Udupi, Karnataka
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Invites online applications from Indian citizens)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 45 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Diploma holders: minimum 7 years post-qualification experience in Ship Building/Ship Repair/Engineering company/Offshore platform/Marine related Engineering company/Government or Semi-Government Company or Establishment, of which at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity. ITI holders: minimum 15 years post-qualification experience in the same fields, of which at least 3 years in a supervisory capacity.
- Tenure
- Five years, subject to project requirements and individual performance
Vacancy Breakdown
Supervisor (Mechanical)
4
UR 1OBC 1SC 1ST 1
| Post Name | UR | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supervisor (Mechanical) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
Eligibility Details
Supervisor (Mechanical) - Qualification and Experience
Essential qualification: (a) Three-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a State Board of Technical Education, or (b) ITI (NTC) in Welding trade or Sheet metal worker trade or Bench fitter or Fitter trade or Plumber trade from an institute recognized by NCVT/SCVT. Desirable: Post-diploma qualification in NDT. Essential experience: for category (a), minimum seven years post-qualification experience in Ship Building or Ship Repair or Engineering company or Offshore platform or Marine related Engineering company or Government/Semi-Government Company/Establishment, of which minimum two years in a supervisory capacity; for category (b), minimum fifteen years post-qualification experience in the same fields, of which minimum three years in a supervisory capacity. Desirable: proficiency and experience in Scaffolding, Rigging, welding techniques and NDT techniques, knowledge about marine hull and mechanical systems, experience in fabrication or Quality control department or Hull production or piping functions, and experience working in a computerized environment.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Supervisor (Mechanical) - Qualification and Experience | Essential qualification: (a) Three-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a State Board of Technical Education, or (b) ITI (NTC) in Welding trade or Sheet metal worker trade or Bench fitter or Fitter trade or Plumber trade from an institute recognized by NCVT/SCVT. Desirable: Post-diploma qualification in NDT. Essential experience: for category (a), minimum seven years post-qualification experience in Ship Building or Ship Repair or Engineering company or Offshore platform or Marine related Engineering company or Government/Semi-Government Company/Establishment, of which minimum two years in a supervisory capacity; for category (b), minimum fifteen years post-qualification experience in the same fields, of which minimum three years in a supervisory capacity. Desirable: proficiency and experience in Scaffolding, Rigging, welding techniques and NDT techniques, knowledge about marine hull and mechanical systems, experience in fabrication or Quality control department or Hull production or piping functions, and experience working in a computerized environment. |
Age Limit
Maximum 45 years as on 08-10-2026 (applicants should be born on or after 09 October 1981)
Age Relaxation
OBC: 3 years; SC/ST: 5 years; Ex-servicemen as per Government of India guidelines, in no case exceeding 55 years after all relaxations
Application Fee
General / OBC
Rs. 300
SC / ST
Nil
Bank Details for Fee Payment
Rs. 300 non-refundable application fee plus bank charges, remitted through the online payment options (Debit card/Credit card/Internet Banking) accessible through the online application facility from 17 September 2026 to 08 October 2026. No other mode of payment is accepted.
Selection Process
- 1Phase I - Written Test
Objective Type Test of 40 marks (45 minutes, two parts: General and Discipline related) and Descriptive Type Test of 40 marks (90 minutes, discipline-related questions); minimum pass marks are 50% for UR, 45% for OBC and 40% for SC/ST.
- 2Certificate Verification
Candidates scoring the minimum pass marks and above are shortlisted in the order of merit in a minimum ratio of 6 candidates against the post; only those who complete verification proceed to Phase II.
- 3Phase II - PowerPoint Presentation
Presentation on work experience carrying 20 marks, of not more than ten minutes, held at UCSL Malpe or through electronic media.
Shortlisting ratio: 1:6
Exam Pattern
45 minutes (Objective Type Test) and 90 minutes (Descriptive Type Test)Written TestNegative: No negative marking
General Knowledge
5 questions · 5 marks
General English
5 questions · 5 marks
Reasoning
5 questions · 5 marks
Quantitative Aptitude
5 questions · 5 marks
Discipline related
20 questions · 20 marks
| Subject | Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 5 | 5 | — |
| General English | 5 | 5 | — |
| Reasoning | 5 | 5 | — |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 5 | 5 | — |
| Discipline related | 20 | 20 | — |
Salary Structure
Consolidated pay of Rs. 40,650/- per month in the 1st year rising to Rs. 44,164/- per month in the 5th year
1st year: Rs. 40,650/- per month 2nd year: Rs. 41,490/- per month 3rd year: Rs. 42,355/- per month 4th year: Rs. 43,246/- per month 5th year: Rs. 44,164/- per month Other benefits under Contributory Provident Fund, Medical Insurance Coverage and reimbursement of medical expenses as per Udupi CSL Policy.
How to Apply
- 1Read the User Manual and FAQ on the CSL career page (Career page to UCSL, Malpe) or www.udupicsl.com before filling the online application
- 2Complete the one-time registration on the SAP online portal
- 3Log in and submit the application against the Supervisor (Mechanical) post; do not submit more than one application
- 4Upload certificates proving age, educational qualification, experience, caste and disability, along with a recent passport-size colour photograph
- 5Pay the Rs. 300 application fee online by debit card, credit card or internet banking, if applicable
- 6Verify all entries and submit the application, then check that the status shows 'In process' under My Applications
- 7Save or print a copy of the submitted application with the unique registration number for future reference
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Certificates proving age
•Educational qualification
•Experience
•Caste and disability
•Recent passport-size colour photograph
•Community certificate from Revenue Authority not below the rank of Tahsildar for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/SC/ST
•Valid Certificate of Disability for PwBD
•Discharge Certificate/Book/Pension Payment Order for ex-servicemen
•Experience certificates with ESI/EPF statements where experience is from contractors
Important Details
- The post is purely on a contract basis for five years and UCSL is not liable to offer appointments during or after the contract period.
- Posting is at UCSL Malpe or any other UCSL units or project sites, and candidates are liable to be transferred to different units of UCSL or to work on-board ships or at work sites anywhere in India.
- Applicants without the prescribed qualifications but having higher qualifications such as B.Tech or M.Sc shall not be considered.
- Experience acquired after passing the stipulated qualification alone counts and is reckoned as of 08 October 2026; completed apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act 1961 counts as experience but not towards the required supervisory experience.
- No TA/DA is paid for attending the selection process, call letters are not sent by post, and shortlisted candidates must undergo a medical examination prescribed by UCSL.
- Rank lists are valid up to 18 months from the date of reporting of the last candidate and may be used to fill future vacancies.
- Any legal proceedings can be instituted only in the Courts/Tribunals/Forums at Udupi.
Period of Contract and Place of Posting
The period of contract is five years, subject to project requirements and individual performance. The posting shall be at UCSL Malpe or any other UCSL units or project sites as desired by UCSL, and the appointment carries the obligation to serve in any department of UCSL, on-board ships, or in any units, work sites or projects undertaken in any part of India.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0820-2538604
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there negative marking in the UCSL Supervisor written test?
No. Each objective question carries one mark and there is no negative marking.
Can a candidate submit more than one application for this recruitment?
No. Applicants should not submit more than one application, and an application once submitted is final.
Is apprenticeship training counted as experience for this post?
Yes. Completed apprenticeship training in the relevant discipline or trade under the Apprentices Act 1961 is treated as experience, and any training with remuneration also counts, but the training period is not counted towards the required supervisory experience.
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