Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) Chairman & Managing Director Recruitment 2026: 1 Vacancy via PESB

This top executive role is ideal for highly experienced professionals with a proven track record in large organizations, particularly within maritime, finance, business development, production, operations, marketing, or project management. Candidates should hold an Engineering, CA, CMA, or Post Graduate degree (or a Graduate degree with MBA/PGDIM) and possess at least 5 years of cumulative senior-level experience within the last decade. Preference is given to those with direct experience in ship design, construction, or repair. Applicants must be currently serving in a regular capacity within government entities, PSUs, public sector banks, financial institutions, or large private sector companies, meeting specific eligibility scales and age criteria.

Individuals lacking the extensive senior-level experience (minimum 5 years) in the specified functional areas, or those currently in contractual/ad-hoc positions, should not apply. Failing to meet the strict age criteria (minimum 45 years, specific maximums based on residual service to superannuation) will also be a dealbreaker. Candidates who convey unwillingness to join after selection will be debarred from future Board-level positions.

As Chairman & Managing Director of Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a 'Schedule A' Miniratna CPSE under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, this position offers significant national strategic importance and leadership scope. CSL is a major player in India's shipbuilding and repair industry, making this a highly prestigious role with immense responsibility and influence over a large public enterprise. The appointment provides a platform for substantial impact on India's maritime infrastructure and economy, promising high professional recognition and career growth at the apex of public sector management.