Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officer Posts

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), under the Ministry of Defence, has invited applications for the post of Assistant Commandant (Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officer) for the 2027 Batch. This recruitment drive offers excellent career opportunities for young, motivated Indian male candidates in General Duty (GD) and Technical (Engineering & Electrical/Electronics) branches.

🔍 ICG Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025 – Overview

🧾 Vacancy Details

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

📘 General Duty (GD):

• Gender: Male only

• Age Limit: Born between 01 July 2001 to 30 June 2005

• Educational Qualification:

  • Graduate Degree from a recognized university.

  • Must have studied Mathematics and Physics up to 12th standard or diploma level.

⚙️ Technical Branch (Engineering/Electrical):

• Gender: Male only

• Age Limit: Born between 01 July 2001 to 30 June 2005

• Educational Qualification:

  • Engineering degree in relevant disciplines (Mechanical, Marine, Electrical, Electronics, etc.)

  • Must have studied Mathematics and Physics up to 12th or diploma level.

Note: Final-year students may apply provisionally with a valid undertaking.

🧪 Selection Process

The selection will be held in five stages:

1. Stage-I (CGCAT): Online screening test (MCQ-based)

2. Stage-II (PSB): Cognitive Battery Test and Picture Perception & Discussion Test

3. Stage-III (FSB): Group Task, Psychological Test, and Interview

4. Stage-IV: Medical Examination

5. Stage-V: Final Induction and training at INA Ezhimala

Merit List will be prepared based on combined marks in Stage-I and Stage-III.

📝 Exam Pattern for CGCAT

• Mode: Online

• Duration: 2 Hours

• Subjects & Questions:

  • English – 25

  • Reasoning & Numerical Ability – 25

  • General Science & Math Aptitude – 25

  • General Knowledge – 25

• Marking Scheme: +4 for correct, -1 for wrong

💰 Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹300/-

• SC/ST: Exempted

Fee payment via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.

📅 Important Dates

💼 Salary and Career Growth

Other benefits include:

• Medical & Insurance

• Government Accommodation or HRA

• Pension, Canteen, LTC

• Sports & Adventure Opportunities

🖥️ How to Apply

1. Visit joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in

2. Register with email and mobile number.

3. Fill the online application and upload documents.

4. Pay the fee (if applicable) and submit the form.

5. Download and keep the application for future reference.

🔗 Important Links

⚓ Conclusion

The Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025 is an exceptional opportunity for graduates and engineers looking to serve the nation in a challenging and honorable role. Apply before 23 July 2025 and take the first step toward a distinguished defence career.