Anangsha PatraDeputy Manager – Editorial
Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant notification 2026 was released for 01/2026 batch. The application form will be accepted online from December 5 to 24, 2024. Both male and female candidates can apply for various branches as Assistant Commandant (Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officer).
The selection of candidates through Indian Coast Assistant Commandant exam is done based on All India order of merit which is based on the performance of candidates in various stages of the exam and the number of vacancies available for the post. The application fee was INR 250 and there is no fee for SC/ST candidates.
Download here ICG AC 2025 Notification
- Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant Application Form 2026
- Indian Coast Guard 2024 Exam Dates & Schedule
- Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant 2026 Exam Pattern
- Indian Coast Guard Salary
- Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant Selection Process
- Indian Coast Assistant Commandant Notification FAQs
Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant Application Form 2026
Interested candidates need to fill Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant application form online. The application fee is INR 250 and can be paid online. SC/ST candidates are exempted from fee payment. The steps to fill the application form are given below:
- Candidates have to apply on the official website of the exam, joinindiancoastguard.gov.in
- Click on the ‘Opportunities’ button given at the upper right corner of the page
- Select the advertisement for Recruitment of Assistant Commandant- 01/2026 Batch
- Click on the 'I Agree' button and the 'Online Application' form will appear on the screen
- Provide your basic details such as name, parents name, address for communication, mobile number, email id, education qualification, marks/percentage in different exams, etc.
- Candidates have to upload their scanned photograph and signature as per prescribed format
- After successful registration, a unique system generated application/registration number will be sent to the candidate's registered email ID
Indian Coast Guard 2024 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of Indian Coast Guard 2025 exam
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
|---|---|
01 Sep '23 - 24 Sep '23 | ICG AC application form 2024 for 02/2024 batch |
Mar '23 | ICG AC Stage 1 exam |
25 Jan '23 - 09 Feb '23 | ICG Navik Application Form |
Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria of Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant exam in terms of educational qualification and age limit are given below:
| Post | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| General Duty GD/Pilot/Navigator/Women SSA |
Bachelor degree with 60 per cent with Maths, Physics as a subject upto Class 12 level or equivalent |
Candidates must have born between July 1, 1998 to June 30, 2002 · |
| Commercial Pilot CPL SSA |
Candidates should have a Class 12 or equivalent qualification with Physics and Mathematics as subject and should have 55 per cent in each of the subjects. Candidates who have completed the diploma are also eligible, they should possess an aggregate of 55 per cent with Physics and Mathematics. They should possess current commercial pilot license issued/validated by Director General Civil Aviation. |
Candidates must have born between July 1, 1998 to June 30, 2004.
|
| Technical Mechanical |
Candidates should have Engineering degree from recognised university in Naval Architecture or Mechanical or Marine or Automotive or Industrial and production or Metallurgy or design or Aeronautical or Aerospace with minimum 60 per cent aggregate marks. |
Candidates must have born between July 1, 1998 to June 30, 2002.
|
| Technical Electrical/Electronics |
Candidates should have an Engineering degree in Electrical or Electronics or Telecommunication or Instrumentation or Instrumentation and Control or Electronics and Communication or Power Engineering or Power Electronics with 60 per cent marks. |
Candidates must have born between July 1, 1998 to June 30, 2002 |
| Law Entry |
Candidates need to have a degree in law from a recognised university. |
Candidates must have born between July 1, 1993 to June 30, 2002 |
Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant 2026 Exam Pattern
Indian Coast Guard exam pattern is such that it is divided into Stage I, II, III, IV and V. Screening test is tobe conducted for candidates applying for the post of GD/PN/CPL/Technical(Mechanical/Electrical & Electronics) except Law entry candidates and Departmental Promotion (DP) entry candidates. The screening test is conducted in MCQ pattern with maximum marks of 400 marks. The test paper carries a total of 100 questions. The duration of the test is two hours. In Stage II Preliminary Selection Board (PSB), candidates are screened through Computerised Cognitive Battery Test (CCBT) and Picture Perception & Discussion Test (PP&DT). The Stage III Final Selection Board (FSB) comprises Psychological Test, Group Task and Interview (Personality test). The Stage IV comprises medical exam. The Stage V comprises induction and training.
Indian Coast Guard Salary
Indian Coast Guard salary structure is given below.
| Rank | Pay Level (PL) | Starting Basic Pay (in INR ) |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Commandant |
(10) |
56,100 |
| Deputy Commandant |
(11) |
67,700 |
| Commandant (JG) |
(12) |
78,800 |
| Commandant |
(13) |
1,23,100 |
| Deputy Inspector General |
(13A) |
1,31,100 |
| Inspector General |
(14) |
1,44,200 |
| Additional Director General |
(15) |
1,82,200 |
| Director General |
(17) |
2,25,000 |
Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant Selection Process
Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant selection process is explained below:
Stage I: Screening Test
Stage II: Preliminary Selection Board (PSB)
Stage III: Final Selection Board (FSB)
Stage IV: Medical Examination
Stage V: Induction
Indian Coast Assistant Commandant Notification FAQs
Candidates can check below Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant Notification FAQs.