UCSL Commissioning Engineers & Assistants 2026

UCSL has released a walk-in notification for 14 Commissioning Engineer and Commissioning Assistant posts on contract basis for ex-Indian Navy personnel. Candidates with a Diploma in Engineering or Class 10 pass (depending on the post) can apply by walking in on 02 April 2026. Salary starts from Rs. 48,000 per month for Assistants and Rs. 50,000 per month for Engineers. Maximum age is 45 years.

UCSL Commissioning Engineers & Assistants Recruitment 2026 - 14 Posts

Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) located at Malpe in Karnataka, is hiring ex-Indian Navy personnel for commissioning roles. The company operates under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India. This is a walk-in selection with no written exam — you just need to appear at the venue with your documents on the walk-in date. The contract is for three years, extendable by two more years based on performance and project needs.

Vacancy Breakdown

Who Can Apply?

Only Ex-Indian Navy personnel are eligible to apply for these posts.

For Commissioning Engineer (Mechanical):

• Qualification: Diploma in Mechanical or Marine Engineering from a recognised university
• Experience: At least 10 years post-qualification experience in operation and maintenance of marine equipment and systems
• Desirable: Experience in commissioning, operation and watch keeping of ship equipment on board Indian Navy ships. MCERA/MCMECH/CHERA/CHMECH/ERA3/MECH3/HA3 ranks preferred

For Commissioning Engineer (Electrical/Electronics):

• Qualification: Diploma in Electrical or Electronics Engineering from a recognised university
• Experience: At least 10 years post-qualification experience in operation and maintenance of marine electrical/electronic equipment and systems
• Desirable: Experience in computer-based instrumentation and weapon control on board Indian Navy ships. MCEAP/CHEAP/EAP3/CHMECH(P)/CHMECH(R) ranks preferred

For Commissioning Assistant (Electrician/Shipwright/Mechanician):

• Qualification: Class 10 (X Std.) pass
• Experience: At least 10 years post-qualification experience in operation and maintenance of marine equipment, operations, hull, and electrical systems
• Desirable: Experience in independent watch keeping on Indian Naval ships or Coast Guard vessels. CHME/POME/ELR1/ELR2/CHELR/SHW1/SHW2/CHSHW ranks preferred

Applicants must hold a Discharge Certificate/Book/Pension Payment Order from the Indian Navy. Those currently working as Commissioning Engineers or Assistants on UCSL rolls are not eligible.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 45 years as on 02 April 2026
• Government of India directives on reservation for age relaxation will apply

Salary

• Commissioning Engineers: Rs. 50,000 per month (1st year), Rs. 51,500 (2nd year), Rs. 53,045 (3rd year)
• Commissioning Assistants: Rs. 48,000 per month (1st year), Rs. 49,440 (2nd year), Rs. 50,924 (3rd year)
• This is consolidated pay on contract basis

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

Selection is through a single-day walk-in process:

1. Certificate Verification: Your original documents will be checked first. Only candidates who clear this stage will proceed
2. Walk-in Selection: Candidates who pass the verification will attend the selection process on the same day
3. Medical Examination: Short-listed candidates will need to undergo a medical exam at a hospital prescribed by UCSL

A rank list will be maintained with a validity of up to 18 months.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form (Annexure-I) from udupicsl.com or cochinshipyard.in (UCSL Malpe Career page)
2. Fill in the application form completely and paste a recent passport-size photograph on it
3. Carry the filled form along with all original certificates and self-attested copies to the walk-in venue
4. Report at UCSL Malpe Harbour Complex, Udupi-576108, Karnataka on 02 April 2026 between 08:30 AM and 02:00 PM

Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the selection.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 12 March 2026
• Walk-in Date: 02 April 2026
• Reporting Time: 08:30 AM to 02:00 PM

• Handle commissioning of marine equipment, systems, and machinery on board ships under construction
• Carry out operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems fitted on naval vessels
• Perform independent watch keeping duties on board ships and at the shipyard
• Assist in troubleshooting and repair of marine equipment, switchboards, power panels, and control systems
• Maintain detailed records of commissioning activities, equipment logs, and maintenance schedules
• Follow all safety protocols and NBCD (Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Defence) procedures at the shipyard
• Work across different UCSL units and project sites as required by the organisation