The Indian Coast Guard, under the Ministry of Defence, has released the notification for the Assistant Commandant – 2027 Batch. This is a Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officer post open to young Indian male graduates and engineers. The application process is online and will run from 8th July to 23rd July 2025.
If you’re a graduate with Physics and Maths at 10+2 or an engineering degree holder, this is a prestigious opportunity to serve the nation with a promising career in the Indian Armed Forces.
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📌 Important Dates
- Online Application Starts: 8 July 2025 (4:00 PM)
- Last Date to Apply: 23 July 2025 (11:30 PM)
- Apply Here: https://joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in
🧑✈️ Posts & Eligibility
1. General Duty (GD)
- Gender: Male
- Age: 21 to 25 years (Born between 01 Jul 2001 and 30 Jun 2005)
- Educational Qualification:
- Graduate Degree with Maths and Physics at 10+2 level
- Candidates with diploma + graduation are also eligible (if diploma included Maths & Physics)
2. Technical (Engineering / Electrical / Electronics)
- Gender: Male
- Age: 21 to 25 years (Born between 01 Jul 2001 and 30 Jun 2005)
- Educational Qualification:
- B.E/B.Tech in one of the following:
- Mechanical Stream: Naval Architecture, Mechanical, Marine, Automotive, Mechatronics, etc.
- Electrical Stream: Electrical, Electronics, Telecom, Instrumentation, Power Engineering, etc.
- Maths & Physics at 10+2 level or through diploma curriculum
📊 Vacancy Details (Tentative)
| Post | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
🧪 Selection Process – 5 Stages
- Stage I – CGCAT (Online Test):
100 MCQs – English, Reasoning, Maths/Science, GK (2 hrs) - Stage II – Preliminary Selection Board (PSB):
- Cognitive Battery Test + PP\&DT
- Conducted at selected centres across India
- Stage III – Final Selection Board (FSB):
- Psychological Test, Group Tasks & Interview
- Conducted at CGSB Noida (4–5 days process)
- Stage IV – Medical Examination:
- Conducted at Base Hospital, Delhi Cantt
- Includes Appeal & Review Medical (if needed)
- Stage V – Induction at INA Ezhimala:
- Based on final merit list
- Training starts January 2027
📋 Training Details
- General Duty: 44 Weeks
- Technical Entry: 22 Weeks
- Training followed by ab-initio training with Navy & Coast Guard Units
💰 Salary & Benefits
| Rank | Pay Level | Starting Pay (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Commandant | Level 10 | ₹56,100/- |
| Deputy Commandant | Level 11 | ₹67,700/- |
| Commandant (JG) | Level 12 | ₹78,800/- |
| Commandant | Level 13 | ₹1,23,100/- |
| DIG | Level 13A | ₹1,31,100/- |
| IG | Level 14 | ₹1,44,200/- |
| Additional DG | Level 15 | ₹1,82,200/- |
| Director General | Level 16 | ₹2,05,400/- |
Other Benefits:
- Govt accommodation or HRA
- Free Medical cover for self & family
- Group Insurance (₹1.25 Cr)
- NPS / UPS & Gratuity
- LTC, Leave, Canteen & Loan Facilities
- ECHS after retirement
💵 Application Fee
- ₹300 for General/OBC/EWS
- Exempted: SC/ST
- Online payment only (Net banking, UPI, Card)
📥 How to Apply
- Visit: https://joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in
- Register with valid email & mobile
- Fill the online application and upload documents (photo, signature, ID, certificates)
- Pay the fee (if applicable)
- Download confirmation for future reference
⚠️ Important Tips
- Final year students can apply (proof of degree required by 31 Oct 2026)
- SC/ST candidates can claim TA reimbursement
- Follow instructions on photograph and document upload strictly
- Multi-option entry available (e.g., GD + Tech)
