India Ship Technology Centre (ISTC) Recruitment Notification 2026 has been released on 25/08/2026 on the official website istcindia.org. A total of 9 vacancies have been announced through the ISTC Recruitment 2026 for various Executive-level posts on a contract basis.
Candidates meeting the post-wise age, educational qualification, and experience requirements are eligible to apply for these ISTC vacancies. The online application process for ISTC Recruitment 2026 will start on 01/09/2026 and will remain open until 18/09/2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.
Notification PDF For ISTC Recruitment 2026 Here
ISTC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organisation | India Ship Technology Centre (ISTC) |
|---|---|
| Notification Ref. No. | ISTC/HR/01/2026-27/RECRUITMENT PH. 1(B) dated 25 August 2026 |
| Posts | 7 Executive-level posts (9 vacancies) |
| Nature of Posts | Contract basis, tenure of 5 years (extendable) |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Application Start Date | 01 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 September 2026 |
| Application Fee | ₹400/- (SC/ST exempted) |
| Selection Process | Personal Interview (Written Test also applicable for Sl. No. 4 to 7 posts) |
| Job Location | ISTC, Kochi |
| Official Website | istcindia.org |
ISTC Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Candidates should note the ISTC Recruitment 2026 last date and application window carefully, as no other mode of application will be accepted.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 25 August 2026 |
| Commencement of Online Application | 01 September 2026 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 18 September 2026 |
ISTC Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 9 vacancies are available across 7 Executive posts under ISTC Recruitment 2026. The category-wise vacancy break-up is given below.
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Engineering Manager | 1 |
| 2 | Lead Engineer (R&D) | 1 |
| 3 | Manager (Training & Skill Development) | 1 |
| 4 | Assistant Manager (Technical) | 3 (Naval Architecture/Marine/Mechanical - 2; Electrical/Electronics - 1) |
| 5 | Assistant Manager (Information Technology) | 1 |
| 6 | Executive (Finance) | 1 |
| 7 | Executive (HR & Administration) | 1 |
| Total | 9 |
ISTC reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies, or not to fill up any of the vacancies, or cancel the recruitment process as per its requirement.
ISTC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
ISTC Recruitment 2026 eligibility is defined separately for each post in terms of educational qualification and managerial experience. The minimum qualification for all posts must be from an Institute/Examination Board recognised by AICTE/appropriate statutory authority/State/Central Government. Candidates with equivalent qualifications must submit an Equivalency Certificate issued by a competent authority.
ISTC Engineering Manager Eligibility
Qualification: Degree in Naval Architecture Engineering/Marine Engineering/Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University.
Experience: 15 years of managerial experience in Ship design/Shipyard/R&D organisation, of which 5 years shall be as in charge of the section or department, along with a proven track record of managing shipbuilding or maritime projects.
ISTC Lead Engineer (R&D) Eligibility
Qualification: Degree in Mechanical Engineering/Naval Architecture Engineering/Marine Engineering from a recognized University.
Experience: 12 years of managerial experience in Ship design/Shipyard/R&D organisations, including at least 4 years managing large projects or R&D in Commercial or Defence Shipbuilding/Maritime sectors.
ISTC Manager (Training & Skill Development) Eligibility
Qualification: Degree in Naval Architecture Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Marine Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Industrial Engineering/Production Engineering from a recognized University (Master's Degree in Engineering or MBA desirable).
Experience: Seven years of managerial experience in the maritime/shipbuilding sector; preference to candidates with at least 2 years of experience in training, skilling or capacity building roles.
ISTC Assistant Manager (Technical) Eligibility
Qualification: Degree in Naval Architecture Engineering/Marine Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Electrical/Electronics Engineering from a recognised University.
Experience: Three years of managerial experience in a Ship Building Company, Ship Repair Company, Marine-related Company, Port, Engineering Company, Government/Semi-Government Company or Establishment, Ship Design firm, or R&D organisation.
ISTC Assistant Manager (Information Technology) Eligibility
Qualification: Engineering Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or Master's Degree in Computer Science/Computer Application/Information Technology from a recognized University.
Experience: Three years of managerial experience in installation and maintenance of servers, storage devices and networking equipment, and system installation, configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting in a Shipyard, Port, Engineering Company, Government Undertaking, PSU, Private Sector Company, Bank, or Autonomous Body.
ISTC Executive (Finance) Eligibility
Qualification: Pass in the intermediate examination of ICAI/Institute of Cost Accountants of India/M.Com/MBA (Finance).
Experience: One year of managerial experience in financial matters such as Budgeting, Costing, Banking, Taxation, Finalisation of Accounts, Audit-related matters, Financial Concurrence in procurements, or Compliance in a PSU, Commercial organisation, Engineering Company, or Government/Semi-Government Company/Establishment.
ISTC Executive (HR & Administration) Eligibility
Qualification: Two-year Master's Degree/equivalent Degree/Diploma/Post Graduate Degree with specialization in HR (e.g., MBA-HR) or Post Graduate Degree in Personnel Management.
Experience: Minimum one year of managerial experience in Human Resource/Administration in a PSU, Engineering Company, Government/Semi-Government Company/Establishment, or Private Sector organisation.
Note: For candidates working in PSUs/Government/Autonomous bodies in the regular cadre, one year of experience shall be in the immediate lower scale of pay or equivalent, as detailed in the official notification. Post-qualification experience is reckoned as on 18 September 2026.
ISTC Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Engineering Manager | 40 years and above, subject to maximum of 57 years |
| Lead Engineer (R&D) | 35 years and above, subject to maximum of 45 years |
| Manager (Training & Skill Development) | Not to exceed 40 years |
| Assistant Manager (Technical) | Not to exceed 35 years |
| Assistant Manager (Information Technology) | Not to exceed 35 years |
| Executive (Finance) | Not to exceed 35 years |
| Executive (HR & Administration) | Not to exceed 35 years |
The notification does not specify age relaxation details for reserved categories; candidates should refer to the official notification or contact ISTC for clarification if applicable.
Before submitting the application, candidates are advised to verify that they meet the required age criteria. Use our Age Calculator to calculate your exact age as per the official cut-off date.
ISTC Recruitment 2026 Salary
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly pay as per the post, with an annual increase of 3% on the monthly pay.
| Post Name | Consolidated Pay (Per Month) |
|---|---|
| Engineering Manager | ₹200,000/- |
| Lead Engineer (R&D) | ₹125,000/- |
| Manager (Training & Skill Development) | ₹80,000/- |
| Assistant Manager (Technical) | ₹50,000/- |
| Assistant Manager (Information Technology) | ₹50,000/- |
| Executive (Finance) | ₹30,000/- |
| Executive (HR & Administration) | ₹30,000/- |
All posts are on contract basis for a tenure of five years, extendable for a further period subject to organisational requirements and individual performance. The place of posting for all selected candidates is ISTC, Kochi.
ISTC Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
- Application fee: ₹400/- (Non-refundable, plus bank charges extra)
- Payment mode: Online only (Debit card/Credit card/Internet Banking), from 01 September 2026 to 18 September 2026. No other mode of payment shall be accepted.
- Applicants belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC)/Scheduled Tribe (ST) are exempted from payment of application fee.
- All other applicants must pay the application fee; candidature is considered only on receipt of the fee.
ISTC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- For all posts, selection is through a Personal Interview.
- For posts at Sl. No. 4 to 7 (Assistant Manager Technical, Assistant Manager IT, Executive Finance, Executive HR & Administration), the selection process shall also include a Written Test, depending on the number of applications, as decided by ISTC.
- ISTC may scrutinise applications and shortlist candidates based on eligibility ascertained through uploaded certificates; only shortlisted candidates shall be permitted to attend the selection process.
- Only candidates who successfully complete certificate verification shall be shortlisted for the Personal Interview.
- Rank lists shall be prepared based on aggregate marks in the Written Test (where applicable) and Personal Interview. In case of a tie, relative merit shall be decided based on seniority in age.
How to Apply for ISTC Recruitment 2026
- Go through the User Manual and FAQ published on the official ISTC website before filling the online application.
- Complete the One Time Registration on the SAP Online portal.
- Submit the application against the applicable post through https://istcindia.org between 01 September 2026 and 18 September 2026. Applications submitted directly or through any other mode shall not be accepted.
- Upload all certificates towards proof of age, educational qualification, experience, caste, etc., along with a recent passport-size colour photograph.
- Verify all entries carefully before final submission, as changes after submission are not permitted. Applicants should not submit more than one application.
- Retain a soft copy/printout of the online application containing the unique registration number generated by the system, to be quoted for any correspondence with ISTC.
- Do not send the application printout, certificates, or application fee by post to ISTC - only the online mode is accepted.
Documents Required for ISTC Recruitment 2026
- Proof of age, educational qualification, and experience certificates
- Caste certificate (if applicable, for fee exemption)
- Recent passport-size colour photograph
- For working professionals without an experience certificate: Appointment/Offer letter, latest pay slip/CTC certificate for the current financial year, or IT Form-16 of the previous financial year
- For ex-servicemen: Discharge Certificate/Book/Pension Payment Order from the Armed Forces
ISTC Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- Incomplete applications, withdrawn applications, or applications in draft status shall not be considered.
- No TA/DA shall be paid to candidates for attending the selection process.
- Call letters will not be sent by post; shortlisted candidates will be informed by e-mail/through the ISTC website.
- Original certificates of shortlisted candidates shall be verified at the time of joining or at any other stage decided by ISTC; candidature is purely provisional until verification.
- Shortlisted candidates must undergo a medical examination as prescribed by ISTC, and appointment is subject to certification of medical fitness.
- The rank list validity is up to 18 months from the date of reporting of the last candidate, or until a fresh notification for the same post is issued.
- Any legal proceedings related to this recruitment fall under the jurisdiction of Courts/Tribunals/Forums at Ernakulam.
- For clarifications, candidates may contact ISTC via [email protected] or [email protected].
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification. Only Indian nationals need apply.
