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Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Operator Pipe Bending 2024

Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Limited

Domain: Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs)
Employment Type: Full time
Stage: Application - Modification Notices

Posted: 1 year ago

Location: STATE (West Bengal)

Closed: 8 Feb 2025

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Job Details

Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Limited, Howrah invited online applications for regular posts in the Workmen category under Vacancy Notification HCSL/HR/RECTT/PERMA/2024/5 dated 07.01.2025. The closing date for online applications was subsequently extended to 08.02.2025.

Level:
state
State:
West Bengal
Cities:
Howrah

Job Summary

HCSL Howrah recruitment for regular posts in the Workmen category under notification PERMA/2024/5 dated 07.01.2025, with the online application window extended to 08.02.2025.

Important Dates

  1. Last date to apply · Original vacancy notification date

Fee Structure

Application Fee

1. General and all other categories:
Rs 400 (non-refundable, plus bank charges extra)
2. SC/ST:
Exempted from payment of application fee

Payment Methods

1. Online payment:
Debit card, credit card, internet banking, wallets or UPI through the online application facility, available from 07.01.2025 to 01.02.2025. No other mode of payment shall be accepted

Other Information

1. Condition:
Candidature shall be considered only on receipt of the application fee

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualifications

CriteriaDetails
Pass in SSLC, ITI National Trade Certificate and All India National Trade Test (National Apprenticeship Certificate) in the trade of Fitter Pipe/PlumberRequired
Pass in SSLC, ITI National Trade Certificate and All India National Trade Test (National Apprenticeship Certificate) in the trade of Welder or Welder (Gas & Electrical)Required
Pass in SSLC, ITI National Trade Certificate and All India National Trade Test (National Apprenticeship Certificate) in the trade of Fitter, Machinist, Electrician or Electronic MechanicRequired
Pass in SSLC, ITI National Trade Certificate and All India National Trade Test (National Apprenticeship Certificate) in the trade of Sheet Metal Worker or FitterRequired

2. Experience Requirements

CriteriaDetails
Experience Range2 - N/A years

3. Age Limit

CriteriaDetails
Age RangeN/A - N/A years
Upper age limitNot exceeding 40 years as on 01.02.2025 (born on or after 02.02.1985)
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) relaxationRelaxable by 3 years in posts reserved for them
SC relaxationRelaxable by 5 years in posts reserved for them
Ex-servicemen relaxationAs per Government of India guidelines, calculated by deducting the period of military service from actual age and adding three years, subject to a maximum age of 45 years

4. Citizenship

CriteriaDetails
NationalityIndian citizens

5. Language Requirements

CriteriaDetails
DesirableGood communication skills and working knowledge in Hindi or Bengali

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Post Details

1. Operator (Pipe Bending)

2. Welder Cum Fitter [Welder/ Welder (Gas & Electric)]

3. Operator (Crane)

4. Operator (Plate Preservation)

5. Welder Cum Fitter (Fitter)

Salary Details

> Salary Range: ₹21,300 - ₹69,840 Monthly

> Gross Salary: ₹37,211 Monthly

Other Information

  • Pay scale W5: Rs 21,300 - Rs 69,840
  • Monthly emoluments as on date: Rs 37,211 (Basic Pay Rs 21,300, DA at present 47.7% Rs 10,160, HRA at present 27% Rs 5,751)

Cut Off Marks

1. Phase I Objective Type Test:
50% for Unreserved, 45% for OBC, and 40% for SC candidates in reserved posts.

How to Apply

1. Mode:
Online only, from 07.01.2025 at 10:00 hrs to 01.02.2025
2. Advice on timing:
To avoid heavy traffic on the website on the last date, applicants are advised to apply well in advance. Those applying on the last date may not receive troubleshooting or technical assistance
3. Documents by post:
Applicants need not send the online application printout, certificates or application fee by post

Exam Pattern

1. Phase I:
Objective Type Online/Offline Test — 30 marks, 35 minutes duration
2. Phase II:
Practical Test in the relevant trade — 70 marks
3. Total:
100 marks
4. Phase I composition:
Part A General (General Knowledge 5 questions, Quantitative Aptitude 5 questions) and Part B Trade related (20 questions), total 30 questions and 30 marks
5. Marking:
Each question carries one mark. There shall be no negative marks
6. Minimum pass marks:
Unreserved posts 50% of total marks of each test; OBC candidates 45% for vacancies reserved for OBC; SC candidates 40% for vacancies reserved for SC

Syllabus Details

1. Part A (common) - General Knowledge:
Facts about India and other countries: Basic facts / Geography / Tourism / Transport systems / Personalities / Places / History / Constitution / Economy / Writers / Literatures / Indian States & Union Territories / International Organizations. General Science: Branches of studies / Scientific instruments and appliances / Physics / Chemistry / Biology. Sports & Games. Important Events / Movements / Leaders / Places / Years. Writers - Authors - Biography - Autobiography. Abbreviations.
2. Part A (common) - Quantitative Aptitude:
Number system / Fraction and Decimals / Simplification / Volume and surface areas / Square roots and Cube roots / Problems based on numbers, Speed, Time and Distance, Simple Interest / Compound Interest / Boats and Streams / Problems on Trains / Percentage - Interest / HCF and LCM / Average / Ratio and Proportion / Time and Work / Problems based on ages / Profit, Loss and Discount, Statistics / Permutations & Combinations / Probability.
3. Part B - Operator (Pipe Bending):
Measurement tools - Vernier callipers / dial gauges etc.; Types of Material Handling Equipments; Maintenance aspects including Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics; Basics of Electrical and Electronics; Basics of Machineries; Pipe Bending processes; Tools nomenclature; Bench tools; Drawings and standards - Limits / fit / clearances etc.; Types of Materials related to pipes; Industrial safety & Safety Procedures.
4. Part B - Welder Cum Fitter [Welder/ Welder (Gas & Electric)]:
Principle of welding; Welding positions & WPS/PQR/WPQ; Weld joint nomenclature and welding symbols; Welding and cutting tools; Welding techniques; Welding defects and remedial actions; Specification of Welding rods as per AWS; Gouging methods; Welding of Carbon steel/Al/Austenitic SS/High strength low alloys; Pipe welding - Cu, Ni and SS material; Modern welding procedures - SAW/TIG/CO2/Electro gas welding; FCAW process with ceramic backing; One side welding for panel welding; Testing of weld joints; Safety procedures/First aid; Types of material handling equipment.
5. Part B - Operator (Crane):
Types of Cranes and Crane operations; Different types of Lifting Methods; Basic Rigging methods including various communication methods, Check and maintenance of Crane ropes, Rope pulleys, shackles, Load hooks and end fittings, Standard safety practices while operating different types of cranes; Basics of Electrical & Mechanical systems including various braking systems in Cranes, Operational interlocks, Safety devices used in Cranes, latest technologies etc.; Safety Procedures, First-aid and Awareness of Industrial Rules and Regulations; Maintenance aspects in Cranes including Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics; Basics of Machineries including measuring methods; Types of Material Handling Equipment.
6. Part B - Operator (Plate Preservation):
Types of Painting; Different types of Blasting Methods; Safe operating Procedures in Painting and Blasting; Maintenance aspects in Blasting and Painting including Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics; Different types of Lifting Methods, Tools, Ropes and rigging in cranes including maintenance aspects; First aid; Basics of Machineries including measuring methods; Types of Material Handling equipment.
7. Part B - Welder Cum Fitter (Fitter):
Tools Bench wise/Files etc.; Marking and measuring tools; Limit/Fits/Tolerance; Numerical ability - Mass/Volume/density/unit conversion/unit system; Physical properties of metals and specific usage; Different Joining Methods; Welding Methods; Overhauling of machineries; Maintenance aspects; Shaft alignment and shaft sighting; Bedding or Chocking of machinery foundations; Safety procedures/First aid; Types of material handling equipment.

Selection Process

1. Method:
Phase I consisting of an Objective Type Online/Offline Test, and Phase II consisting of a Practical Test in the relevant trade
2. Mark lists:
Mark lists for each post shall be prepared on the basis of marks secured in the objective type test
3. Certificate verification:
Candidates scoring minimum pass marks and above shall be shortlisted for certificate verification in the ratio of 6 candidates against one post, in the order of merit and reservation. Reserved category candidates in the mark list shall be counted against merit as well as reservation post
4. Phase II venue:
Candidates who successfully complete certificate verification shall be shortlisted for the Phase II Practical Test, held at HCSL, Howrah or as desired by HCSL
5. Rank lists:
Rank lists for each post shall be prepared based on marks secured by candidates meeting the notified eligibility requirements who pass both Phase I and Phase II

Admit Card Details

1. Admit Card Release:
Admit cards will be available on the HCSL website approximately two weeks before the exam date. Candidates must download and print their admit cards.
2. Admit Card Requirements:
Candidates should carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID to the examination center. Failure to produce these documents may result in disqualification.

Reservation Details

1. Reservation Policy:
Reservations apply for SC, OBC categories according to the latest government policies.

Document Requirements

1. Call letter:
Two copies of the call letter (copy of the email communication) with recent passport size photographs pasted
2. Aadhaar:
Original and copy of Aadhaar Card, with name and date of birth matching the application form
3. Photo identity proof:
A valid photo identity proof in original — Passport, Election ID, Aadhaar or Driving Licence issued by the Government
4. Application form:
SAP application form with photo pasted and declaration signed
5. Proof of date of birth:
Birth Certificate, SSLC or SSC Certificate, or Passport
6. Educational and experience certificates:
As notified in Vacancy Notification No. HCSL/HR/RECTT/PERMA/2024/5 dated 07.01.2025
7. Serving candidates:
Those working in a Government Department or Semi Government / Public Sector Organization must submit a declaration as per Annexure-II
8. Community certificate:
Candidates other than UR must submit a valid SC, ST, EWS or recent OBC-NCL certificate issued by a Revenue Authority not below the rank of Tahsildar
9. Annexure-II undertaking:
To be submitted along with certificates. The candidate (presently serving in a Govt. Dept/Name of Organization) declares they have intimated their employer and provides Reporting Officer’s Name, Designation, Mobile Number and Email ID, with signature, place and date.

Preparation Tips

1. Preparation Strategy:
Focus on understanding the syllabus, practicing previous years' question papers, and taking regular mock tests.
2. Time Management:
Allocate adequate time to each subject and balance between general and trade-related studies.

Important Instructions

1. Late arrival:
No candidate shall be admitted for the selection process after the commencement of the selection tests
2. Stationery:
Candidates should bring their own stationery items to avoid sharing
3. Movement within premises:
Movement to any area, building or work site of the yard other than the selection test venue is strictly prohibited
4. Rescheduling requests:
Requests to change the date, time or venue of the selection test shall not be entertained
5. HCSL discretion:
HCSL reserves the right to extend, postpone or reschedule the selection test for compelling or administrative reasons
6. No claim to employment:
Issue of a call letter and attending the tests confers no right of acceptance of candidature and does not constitute an offer of appointment
7. Updates:
Candidates are advised to visit the CSL and HCSL website career page frequently; any change in schedule will be notified on the CSL/HCSL website only
8. Consent to contact employer:
By signing Annexure-II, the candidate permits HCSL to contact the present employer/reporting officer to confirm the declaration.
9. Employer objection clause:
If any objection is received from the employer, the candidate will have no claim for selection to the post, as stated in the undertaking.

Disqualification Criteria

1. Disqualification Conditions:
False information, misconduct, or violation of exam guidelines will result in disqualification.

Other Information

1. Notice reference:
HCSL/HR/RECTT/PERMA/2024/5 dated 31.01.2025
2. Issued by:
Senior Manager (IR & HR), Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Limited
3. Annexure reference:
Annexure-II to Vacancy Notification No. HCSL/HR/RECTT/PERMA/2024/5 dated 07.01.2025

Contact Details

Address: Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Limited, Howrah - 711109, West Bengal

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