UCSL Store Keeper Recruitment 2026

Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL) is hiring 2 Store Keepers on permanent rolls at its shipyard in Malpe, Karnataka. If you have a 3-year Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Mechatronics / Marine / Shipbuilding) or a Graduate with PG Diploma in Materials Management plus 4 years of storekeeping experience, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 4 June 2026. The pay scale is Rs. 17,000-61,020 (W4 grade) with monthly gross around Rs. 29,997.

Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL) Store Keeper Recruitment 2026 - 2 Posts

Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, has released Vacancy Notification No. UCSL/IMS/HR/VN/F/11-SK/79 dated 11 May 2026. This is a permanent recruitment with 1 Unreserved and 1 OBC post at its Malpe, Karnataka facility. Candidates with shipyard, engineering or government storekeeping experience are encouraged to apply.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Store Keeper (UR): 1 post
• Store Keeper (OBC): 1 post
• Total: 2 posts (Pay Scale W4)

PwBD candidates with Low Vision, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims, or Specific Learning Disability can also apply on horizontal reservation basis.

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification (any one):

• Option A: Graduate with Post Graduate Diploma in Materials Management
• Option B: Minimum 3-year Diploma in Engineering in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Mechatronics / Marine / Shipbuilding

Experience (Essential):

• Minimum 4 years post-qualification experience in storekeeping in a Shipyard / Engineering Company / Government or Semi-Government Company / Commercial Establishment

Desirable:

• Exposure to materials management or ERP packages

Note: Applicants holding higher qualifications like B.Tech or M.Sc will not be considered. The qualification must be from an AICTE / State / Central Government recognised institute.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 35 years as on 04 June 2026 (applicants should be born on or after 05 June 1991)
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years relaxation
• PwBD: As per Government of India guidelines (maximum 45 years after all relaxations)
• Ex-servicemen: Military service period deducted from actual age plus 3 years (max 45 years)

Salary

• Pay Scale: Rs. 17,000-61,020 (W4 Grade)
• Basic Pay: Rs. 17,000
• DA (54.1%): Rs. 9,197
• HRA (10%): Rs. 1,700
• Fuel reimbursement: Rs. 1,600
• Washing allowance: Rs. 500
• Total Monthly Gross: Rs. 29,997
• Other benefits: National Pension System, Contributory Provident Fund, Gratuity, Accident Insurance, Earned Leave encashment

Application Fee

• General / OBC: Rs. 400 (non-refundable, plus bank charges)
• SC / ST / PwBD: No fee
• Payment mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI / Wallets)

Selection Process

The selection will be done in 2 stages:

1. Objective Type Offline Test (70 marks, 75 minutes): 70 MCQs - General Knowledge (5), Reasoning (5), Quantitative Aptitude (5), General English (5), and Discipline related (50). No negative marking.
2. Descriptive Type Offline Test (30 marks, 60 minutes): Discipline related. Evaluated only for candidates who clear the objective test.

Total marks: 100. Minimum pass marks: 50% for UR, 45% for OBC (in each test). The test will be held at UCSL Malpe or any other place in Udupi as decided by UCSL. Tie-breaker: Discipline part marks, then seniority in age.

How to Apply

1. Go to www.cochinshipyard.in (Career page - UCSL, Malpe) or www.udupicsl.com (Career page).
2. Complete the Registration (Phase 1).
3. Fill in the online application form (Phase 2).
4. Upload required certificates and photo.
5. Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
6. Submit the application and save the unique registration number for future reference.

Do not send hard copy by post. Online applications only. Last date is 04 June 2026.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 11 May 2026
• Online Application Start: 11 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 4 June 2026
• Age Cut-off Date: 4 June 2026
• Test Date: To be announced

• Handle receipt, inspection and storage of materials at the shipyard stores
• Maintain accurate inventory records using ERP and materials management systems
• Issue materials to production departments based on indents and approvals
• Conduct periodic stock verification and physical audits of stored items
• Coordinate with procurement and quality teams for incoming consignments
• Manage warehouse safety, proper labelling and storage of hazardous materials
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly stores reports for management review
• Assist in disposal of scrap and obsolete materials as per shipyard procedures