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.
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ICG Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
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| Organization | Indian Coast Guard (ICG) |
| Post Name | Assistant Commandant (Group ‘A’) |
| Branches | General Duty (GD), Technical (Engineering/Electrical) |
| Total Vacancies | 170 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Start | 08 July 2025 (4:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 July 2025 (11:30 PM) |
| Official Website | joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in |
>� Vacancy Details
| Branch | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Duty (GD) | 25 | 24 | 35 | 10 | 46 | 140 |
| Technical (Engineering/Electrical) | 03 | 04 | 08 | 02 | 13 | 30 |
| Total | 28 | 28 | 43 | 12 | 59 | 170 |
<� Eligibility Criteria
=� General Duty (GD):
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Gender: Male only
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Age Limit: Born between 01 July 2001 to 30 June 2005
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Educational Qualification:
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Graduate Degree from a recognized university.
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Must have studied Mathematics and Physics up to 12th standard or diploma level.
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� Technical Branch (Engineering/Electrical):
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Gender: Male only
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Age Limit: Born between 01 July 2001 to 30 June 2005
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Educational Qualification:
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Engineering degree in relevant disciplines (Mechanical, Marine, Electrical, Electronics, etc.)
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Must have studied Mathematics and Physics up to 12th or diploma level.
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Note: Final-year students may apply provisionally with a valid undertaking.
>� Selection Process
The selection will be held in five stages:
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Stage-I (CGCAT): Online screening test (MCQ-based)
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Stage-II (PSB): Cognitive Battery Test and Picture Perception & Discussion Test
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Stage-III (FSB): Group Task, Psychological Test, and Interview
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Stage-IV: Medical Examination
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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
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Mode: Online
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Duration: 2 Hours
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Subjects & Questions:
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English 25
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Reasoning & Numerical Ability 25
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General Science & Math Aptitude 25
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General Knowledge 25
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Marking Scheme: +4 for correct, -1 for wrong
=� Application Fee
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General/OBC/EWS: �300/-
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SC/ST: Exempted
Fee payment via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
=� Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Online Registration Start | 08 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 July 2025 |
| Stage-I (CGCAT) | 18 Sept 2025 |
| Stage-II (PSB) | Nov 2025 |
| Stage-III (FSB) | JanOct 2026 |
| Final Induction (INA) | Dec 2026 |
=� Salary and Career Growth
| Rank | Pay Level | Basic Pay (�) |
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| Assistant Commandant | 10 | �56,100/- |
| Deputy Commandant | 11 | �67,700/- |
| Commandant | 13 | �1,23,100/- |
| Director General | 16 | �2,05,400/- |
Other benefits include:
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Medical & Insurance
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Government Accommodation or HRA
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Pension, Canteen, LTC
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Sports & Adventure Opportunities
=� How to Apply
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Visit joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in
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Register with email and mobile number.
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Fill the online application and upload documents.
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Pay the fee (if applicable) and submit the form.
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Download and keep the application for future reference.
= Important Links
| Action | Link |
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| =� Official Notification | Click Here |
| =� Apply Online | Click Here |
� 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.