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CSL Operator Recruitment 2025
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) has released the notification for the Recruitment of Operator (Forklift/AWP & Diesel Cranes) – Contractual under the Digitisation Project of the District Judiciary with 27 Vacancies. Those Candidates who are interested can check the eligibility criteria from the official notification and apply online between 05 November 2025 to 21 November 2025. Here we are providing the links of official website of the Cochin Shipyard Limited and official notification for the Operator (Forklift/AWP & Diesel Cranes) – Contractual Recruitment.
CSL Operator Recruitment 2025 Important Dates:
| Event | Date |
| Commencement of Online Application | 5th November 2025 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 21st November 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 21st November 2025 |
CSL Operator Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details:
CSL has announced a total of 27 vacancies for the Operator posts. The category-wise and post-wise distribution is as follows:
| Name of Posts | TOTAL |
| Operator (Forklift / Aerial Work Platform) | 24 |
| Operator (Diesel Cranes) | 3 |
| Total | 27 |
CSL Operator Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria:
Age Limit
The upper age limit is 45 years as on 21st November 2025. Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms.
- OBC (NCL): 3 years relaxation
- SC: 5 years relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen/Retired CAPF: Upper age limit is 60 years.
CSL Operator Qualification 2025
- Educational Qualification: Pass in VII Standard.
- Mandatory Requirement: Possess a valid Heavy Vehicle / Forklift Driving Licence.
- Experience: Minimum one year of experience in operating Forklift / Aerial Work Platform / Diesel Cranes.
CSL Operator Salary 2025:
- Consolidated Pay: ₹27,000/- per month during the first year of contract, with an annual increase in subsequent years.
- Extra Hours: Payment at double rate for working on holidays, limited to a maximum of 25 hours per month.
CSL Operator Recruitment 2025 Application Fee:
Candidates are required to pay a non-refundable application fee. The fee must be paid online.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 200/- (Plus bank charges) |
| SC / ST | Exempted |
CSL Operator Recruitment 2025 Selection Process:
The selection will be based solely on a Practical Test (100 marks).
Minimum Pass Marks:
- UR/EWS: 50%
- OBC: 45% (for reserved posts)
- SC: 40% (for reserved posts)
A rank list will be prepared based on marks secured in the practical test. In case of a tie, the older candidate will be ranked higher.
CSL Operator Recruitment 2025 Official Notification
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