Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2027
Join as Assistant Commandant (General Duty & Technical)
Ministry of Defence | 2027 Batch
Application Period: 08 Jul 2025 (1600 HRS) to 23 Jul 2025 (2330 HRS)
Overview
The Indian Coast Guard, an Armed Force of the Union, offers a prestigious career opportunity for young and dynamic Indian male candidates to join as Assistant Commandant (Group 'A' Gazetted Officer) for the 2027 batch. This recruitment drive is for both General Duty and Technical (Engineering & Electrical/Electronics) branches.
Important: Applications will be accepted only online through the official Coast Guard recruitment website. Registration opens on 08 Jul 2025 at 1600 HRS and closes on 23 Jul 2025 at 2330 HRS.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01 Jul 2026)
21-25 years (Born between 01 Jul 2001 and 30 Jun 2005, both dates inclusive)
Age Relaxation: 5 years for serving Coast Guard personnel or equivalent in Army/Navy/Air Force. Upper age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC (non-creamy layer) candidates if posts are reserved.
Educational Qualifications
Branch | Educational Qualification |
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General Duty (GD) |
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Technical (Engineering) |
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Technical (Electrical/Electronics) |
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Final year students can apply but must submit proof of passing the degree examination by 31 Oct 2026.
Vacancy Details
Post | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
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General Duty (GD) | 25 | 24 | 35 | 10 | 46 | 140 |
Technical (Engg/Elect) | 03 | 04 | 08 | 02 | 13 | 30 |
Total | 28 | 28 | 43 | 12 | 59 | 170 |
Note: These vacancies are tentative and subject to change.
Selection Process
The selection involves five stages. Clearing all stages is compulsory for recruitment.
Stage-I: Coast Guard Common Admission Test (CGCAT)
Computer-based online screening test with 100 MCQs
Duration: 2 hours
Subjects: English (25Q), Reasoning & Numerical Ability (25Q), General Science & Mathematical Aptitude (25Q), General Knowledge (25Q)
Marking: +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect
Tentative Date: 18 Sep 2025
Stage-II: Preliminary Selection Board (PSB)
Conducted at Noida, Goa, Chennai, Kolkata, Shillong/Guwahati, and Gandhinagar
Tests: Computerised Cognitive Battery Test (CCBT) and Picture Perception & Discussion Test (PP&DT)
Tentative Period: Nov 2025
Stage-III: Final Selection Board (FSB)
Conducted at Coast Guard Selection Board (CGSB), Noida
Duration: 4-5 days
Tests: Psychological Test, Group Task, Interview (Personality test)
Tentative Period: Jan-Oct 2026
Stage-IV: Medical Examination
Conducted at Base Hospital, New Delhi
Medical Standards: Strict criteria for height, weight, eyesight, and general health
Tentative Period: Mar-Apr 2026
Stage-V: Induction
Final merit list preparation and induction at Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala
Training Start: Early Jan 2027
Last Induction Date: 31 Dec 2026
Medical Standards
Parameter | Requirement |
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Height | 157 cm minimum (relaxation for hilly/tribal areas as per Central Govt. regulations) |
Weight | Proportionate to height and age (±10% acceptable) |
Chest | Well proportionate, minimum expansion 5 cm |
Hearing | Normal |
Eye Sight (GD) | Uncorrected: 6/6 & 6/9, Corrected: 6/6 & 6/6 |
Eye Sight (Tech) | Uncorrected: 6/36 & 6/36, Corrected: 6/6 & 6/6 |
Tattoos | Only permitted on inner forearms and reverse side of palm (with exceptions for tribal communities) |
How to Apply
Online Application
Only through official website: https://joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in
Application Period
08 Jul 2025 (1600 HRS) to 23 Jul 2025 (2330 HRS)
Application Fee
₹300/- (except for SC/ST candidates)
Documents Required
Educational certificates, photo ID, photo, signature, etc.
Important Instructions
- Keep same mobile number and email active throughout recruitment process
- Upload original documents (not photocopies or self-attested copies)
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificates must be in prescribed formats
- Final year students must upload certificate-cum-undertaking as per format
Warning: Selection in Coast Guard is fair and merit-based. Beware of unscrupulous persons posing as recruitment agents.
Benefits & Career Growth
Pay Scale
Starting Basic Pay: ₹56,100/- (Pay Level 10) with allowances
Accommodation
Furnished Government accommodation or HRA
Medical Cover
For self, family, and dependent parents
Insurance
₹1.25 Crore Group Insurance
Promotion Path
Rank | Pay Level | Starting Basic Pay (₹) |
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Assistant Commandant | 10 | 56,100 |
Deputy Commandant | 11 | 67,700 |
Commandant (JG) | 12 | 78,800 |
Commandant | 13 | 1,23,100 |
Deputy Inspector General | 13A | 1,31,100 |
Inspector General | 14 | 1,44,200 |
Contact Information
Eligibility & Selection Queries
dte-rectofficer@indiancoastguard.nic.in
Online Application Issues
icq-officers@cdac.in
Complaints Against Fraud
0120-2201340
For latest updates and detailed information, regularly visit the official ICG recruitment website: https://joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in