The Indian Coast Guard has announced a significant recruitment drive for Assistant Commandant positions under General Duty (GD) and Technical branches (Engineering & Electrical/Electronics) for the 2026 batch. Aspiring candidates are encouraged to apply online between 5th December 2024 and 24th December 2024. Below is a comprehensive guide to the recruitment, including key details, eligibility criteria, important dates, and application procedures.
Overview of Recruitment
Feature | Details |
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Recruiting Authority | Indian Coast Guard (ICG) |
Post Name | Assistant Commandant (General Duty & Technical) |
Batch Year | 2026 |
Total Vacancies | 140 (General Duty: 110; Technical: 30) |
Application Start Date | 5th December 2024 |
Application End Date | 24th December 2024 (until 5:30 PM) |
Exam Dates | Stage I: 25th February 2025; Stage II: March 2025 |
Admit Card Release | Available before Stage I exam |
Application Fee | Rs. 300 for General/OBC/EWS; No fee for SC/ST candidates |
Age Limit | 21-25 years as on 1st July 2025 (Relaxation as per rules) |
Official Website | Join Indian Coast Guard |
Vacancy Details for Indian Coast Guard
Branch | Total Posts | Eligibility |
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General Duty (GD) | 110 | – Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 60% marks. – Must have studied Mathematics and Physics at the 10+2 level. |
Technical (Mechanical) | 15 | – B.E./B.Tech degree in fields like Naval Architecture, Mechanical, Marine, or equivalent, with at least 60% marks. – Maths & Physics at 10+2 level. |
Technical (Electrical) | 15 | – B.E./B.Tech degree in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunication, or related fields, with a minimum of 60% marks. – Maths & Physics at 10+2 level. |
Eligibility Criteria for Indian Coast Guard
General Duty (GD)
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 60% marks (aggregate across all semesters/years).
- 10+2 Requirement: Must have studied Mathematics and Physics.
- Gender: Male candidates only.
Technical Branch
Mechanical:
- Educational Qualification:
- B.E./B.Tech in Naval Architecture, Mechanical, Marine, Automotive, Mechatronics, Industrial & Production, Metallurgy, Design, Aeronautical, or Aerospace Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks.
- Must have studied Mathematics and Physics at the 10+2 level.
- Gender: Male candidates only.
Electrical/Electronics:
- Educational Qualification:
- B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunication, Instrumentation, Control, Power Engineering, or similar disciplines with a minimum of 60% marks.
- Must have studied Mathematics and Physics at the 10+2 level.
- Gender: Male candidates only.
Important Dates
Event | Date |
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Start of Online Application | 5th December 2024 |
Last Date to Apply Online | 24th December 2024 (till 5:30 PM) |
Stage I Exam Date | 25th February 2025 |
Admit Card Availability | Before Stage I Exam |
Stage II Exam Date | March 2025 |
Application Fee
Category | Fee |
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General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 300 |
SC / ST | Nil |
- Fee payment is to be made online via debit card, credit card, or net banking.
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Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years (as on 1st July 2025).
- Maximum Age: 25 years (as on 1st July 2025).
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government norms for specific categories.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of multiple stages to evaluate the candidates comprehensively:
- Stage I: Screening Test (Computer-Based)
- Objective-type test covering sections relevant to the applied branch.
- Stage II: Preliminary Selection Board (PSB)
- Cognitive Aptitude Test.
- Picture Perception and Discussion Test.
- Stage III: Final Selection Board (FSB)
- Psychological Test, Group Task, and Interview.
- Medical Examination:
- Comprehensive medical assessment as per ICG standards.
- Merit List:
- Final merit list based on overall performance and available vacancies.
How to Apply
- Visit Official Website: Navigate to Join Indian Coast Guard.
- Register: Complete the online registration with valid credentials.
- Fill Application Form:
- Provide personal details, educational qualifications, and upload scanned documents (photo, signature, ID proof).
- Pay Application Fee:
- Make payment as applicable (Rs. 300 for General/OBC/EWS; SC/ST exempted).
- Review & Submit:
- Double-check all entered details and submit the application before the deadline.
- Print Application:
- Take a printout of the final submitted form for future reference.
Useful Links
Description | Link |
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Official Website | Join Indian Coast Guard |
Notification PDF | Click Here |
Apply Online | Link Activate On 05/12/2024 |