Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2025: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), an Armed Force of the Union under the Ministry of Defence, has released a notification to fill 170 Assistant Commandant posts for the 2027 Batch, including General Duty (GD) and Technical (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics). Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website at joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in from 08.07.2025 to 23.07.2025 Last Date extended : 27.07.2025 . The selection process includes a Computer-Based Test (CGCAT), Preliminary Selection Board (PSB), Final Selection Board (FSB), Medical Examination, and Induction. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed eligibility criteria.
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2025 – Vacancy Details
Post Name
No of Posts
General Duty (GD)
140
Technical (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics)
30
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2025 – Eligibility Criteria
Post Name
Educational Qualification
General Duty (GD)
Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with minimum 60% aggregate marks. Mathematics and Physics as subjects up to Intermediate or Class XII of 10+2+3 scheme or equivalent with minimum 55% aggregate marks in Mathematics and Physics. Candidates with a diploma are eligible if they have 55% marks in diploma with Physics and Mathematics in its curriculum.
Technical (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics)
Engineering degree in Naval Architecture, Mechanical, Marine, Automotive, Mechatronics, Industrial and Production, Metallurgy, Design, Aeronautical, Aerospace, Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunication, Instrumentation, Instrumentation and Control, Electronics and Communication, Power Engineering, or Power Electronics from a recognized university, or equivalent qualifications recognized by the Institutes of Engineers (India) as exempt from section “A” and “B” of their Associate Membership Examination (AMIE). Mathematics and Physics as subjects up to Intermediate or Class XII of 10+2+3 scheme or equivalent with minimum 55% aggregate marks in Mathematics and Physics. Candidates with a diploma are eligible if they have 55% marks in diploma with Physics and Mathematics in its curriculum.
Age Limit (As on 01.07.2026)
21–25 years (born between 01.07.2001 and 30.06.2005). Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwBD (Gen/EWS): 10 years, PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years, PwBD (OBC): 13 years, Ex-Servicemen: As per Govt. policy.
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2025 – Application Fee
SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen: Nil
Other Applicants: Rs. 300/- (Online payment via net banking, Visa/Master/Maestro/RuPay/Credit/Debit Card, UPI)
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2025 – Selection Process
Stage-I (CGCAT): Computer-Based Screening Test (100 MCQs, 400 marks, 2 hours, +4 for correct answer, -1 for incorrect answer) covering mental ability, cognitive aptitude, and picture perception.
Stage-II (PSB): Preliminary Selection Board with Computerised Cognitive Battery Test (CCBT) and Picture Perception & Discussion Test (PP&DT), qualifying in nature.
Stage-III (FSB): Final Selection Board over five days, including Psychological Test, Group Task, and Interview (Personality Test).
Stage-IV (Medical Examination): Conducted for candidates who clear FSB, ensuring medical fitness as per ICG standards.
Stage-V (Induction): Final merit list based on performance across stages, followed by training at Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, starting January 2027.
How to Apply for Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2025
Visit the official website joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in and click on the “Apply Online” link for Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2027 Batch.
Register using a valid email ID and mobile number, which must remain active until the recruitment results are announced (December 2025).
Fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details, selecting the preferred post (General Duty or Technical).
Upload required documents: recent passport-size photograph, signature, 10th/12th mark sheets, degree/diploma certificates, and category certificates (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen, if applicable).
Pay the application fee of Rs. 300/- online (via net banking, Visa/Master/Maestro/RuPay/Credit/Debit Card, UPI) for General/OBC/EWS candidates. SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempt.
Verify all details, submit the application, and download/save a copy for future reference.
Check joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in for admit cards (Stage-I CGCAT, expected February 2026) and updates on PSB, FSB, and medical examination schedules.
Important Dates
Notification Released: Early July 2025
Start Date to Apply Online: 08.07.2025
Last Date to Apply Online: 23.07.2025 Last Date extended : 27.07.2025
Stage-I CGCAT (Tentative): February 2026
About Indian Coast Guard
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), under the Ministry of Defence, is a multi-mission armed force responsible for maritime law enforcement, search and rescue, and protection of India’s territorial waters and offshore assets. Assistant Commandants (General Duty and Technical) play a critical role in operations, commanding ships, aircraft, and shore establishments. The 2025 recruitment for 170 posts (140 GD, 30 Technical) for the 2027 Batch aims to induct dynamic officers for training at the Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, starting January 2027. For details, visit joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in or indiancoastguard.gov.in.
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