The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), under the Ministry of Defence, has released an official notification for the recruitment of Assistant Commandant – Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officer posts. This is a golden opportunity for eligible candidates to serve the nation by joining the maritime defence force of India.
📌 Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 170
| Branch | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General Duty (GD) | 90 |
| Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) | 10 |
| Technical (Mechanical) | 30 |
| Technical (Electrical/Electronics) | 30 |
| Law Entry | 10 |
🧑🎓 Eligibility Criteria
1. General Duty (GD)
- Bachelor’s degree with minimum 60% marks
- 12th pass with Physics & Maths (60% aggregate)
2. CPL (SSA)
- Valid Commercial Pilot License
- 12th pass with Physics & Maths (60% aggregate)
3. Technical (Mechanical)
- Engineering degree (Naval Architecture/Mechanical/Marine/Automobile/Industrial) with 60%
4. Technical (Electrical/Electronics)
- Engineering degree (Electrical/Electronics/Telecom/Instrumentation) with 60%
5. Law Entry
- Degree in Law with minimum 60% marks
🎯 Age Limit (As on 01 July 2025)
| Entry Type | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| GD & Tech Branch | Born between 01 Jul 1999 – 30 Jun 2003 |
| CPL Entry | Born between 01 Jul 1999 – 30 Jun 2005 |
| Law Entry | Born between 01 Jul 1995 – 30 Jun 2003 |
Age relaxation applicable as per rules.
💰 Application Fee
- UR/OBC/EWS: ₹300
- SC/ST: No fee
- Payment via online mode only
📅 Important Dates
- Starting Date to Apply: 19 August 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 8 September 2025
- Admit Card Release: To be announced
- Exam Date: Tentatively in October 2025
📝 Selection Process
The recruitment is done through 5 stages:
- CGCAT (Written Test)
- Preliminary Selection
- Final Selection
- Medical Examination
- Induction
Shortlisting is based on CGCAT score + academic merit + medical fitness.
📲 How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online only through the official website:
🌐 joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in
Steps:
- Register with email and mobile number
- Fill personal, academic, and branch preference
- Upload photo, signature & documents
- Pay the application fee
- Submit and save the form for reference
📄 Exam Pattern (CGCAT)
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 2 hours
- Subjects: English, Reasoning, GK, Maths, and Technical (as per post)
- Negative Marking: Yes
✅ Summary of Indian Coast Guard Recruitment
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Coast Guard |
| Post Name | Assistant Commandant (Group A) |
| Total Vacancies | 170 |
| Mode of Apply | Online |
| Application Dates | 19 Aug to 8 Sept 2025 |
| Official Website | joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in |
⚓ Why Join Indian Coast Guard?
- Serve the nation in a prestigious officer role
- Handsome salary with allowances
- Adventure, responsibility & recognition
- Job security and pension benefits
- Growth up to Director General level
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