Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant notification 2025 was released for the recruitment of candidates for the post of General Duty, Commercial Pilot License (CPL-SSA), Technical (Engineering & Electrical/Electronics) and law. A total of 70 vacancies were announced for Indian Coast Guard exam. The selection process of Indian Coast Guard comprises Stage 1 (Screening Test), Stage 2 Preliminary Selection Board (PSB), Stage 3 Final Selection Board, Stage 4 (Medical Exam), Stage 5 (Induction).
Q: How many vacancies were announced for ICG AC 2025 exam?
ICG AC vacancies 2025 were announced along with the notification. A total of 50 vacancies were announced for General Duty (GD) and 20 for Tech (Engg/ Elect). The category-wise ICG AC vacancies is given below.
Post | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
General Duty (GD) | 06 | 07 | 18 | 02 | 17 | 50 |
Tech (Engg/ Elect) | 05 | 02 | 08 | - | 05 | 20 |
Total | 11 | 09 | 26 | 02 | 22 | 70 |
Q: What is Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant selection process?
The selection of Assistant Commandant (GD) is based on an all India order of merit which is based on the performance of candidate in various stages (I – V) of examination (explained in detail below) and the number of vacancies available for the post. Clearing of Stage I, II, III, IV and V is compulsory for recruitment in ICG. All candidates will be compulsorily subjected to biometric, photo identification and document verification during various stages of examination. Various stages of CGCAT are as follows:
(1) Stage-I (Screening Test)
(2) Stage-II ( Preliminary Selection Board)
(3) Stage-III ( Final Selection Board)
(4) Stage-IV (Medical examination)
(5) Stage-V (Induction)
Q: What is document verification process in Assistant Commandant exam?
The candidates who have cleared PSB will undergo document verification. The original documents brought by candidates will be verified as per the documents uploaded by the candidates during registration for StageII. In case of any discrepancy, the candidature will be cancelled and a ‘Rejection Slip’ indicating the reasons for rejection will be handed over to the candidate.
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Indian Coast Guard Vacancy 2025
The category-wise Indian Coast Guard vacancy is given below:
Post | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
General Duty (GD) |
06 |
07 |
18 |
02 |
17 |
50 |
Tech (Engg/ Elect) |
05 |
02 |
08 |
-- |
05 |
20 |
Total |
11 |
09 |
26 |
02 |
22 |
70 |
Previous Years' ICG AC Vacancy
The category-wise Indian Coast Guard vacancy is given below:
Post | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
General Duty (GD) |
07 |
04 |
14 |
03 |
22 |
50 |
CPL (SSA) |
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Tech (Engg) |
03 |
02 |
05 |
01 |
09 |
20 |
Tech (Elect) |
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Law |
-- |
-- |
01 |
-- |
-- |
01 |
Commonly asked questions
Q: What is screening test of Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant?
Candidates applying for Assistant Commandant (GD) will appear for section I of computer based screening test, which will consists of 100 questions (4 marks for each correct answer). Stage I examination will be conducted on PAN India basis for a duration of two hours. Section I is divided into four subsections consist of English, Reasoning & Numerical Ability, General Science & Mathematical aptitude and General Knowledge.
Subjects | No of Questions | Total Marks | Passing Marks | Duration |
---|---|---|---|---|
A: English | 25 | 100 | 160 (UR/EWS/OBC) 140 (SC/ST) | 2 Hrs |
B: Reasoning & Numerical Ability | 25 | 100 | ||
C: General Science & Mathematical aptitude | 25 | 100 | ||
D: General Knowledge | 25 | 100 | ||
Total | 100 | 400 |
Q: What is the candidate verification in Assistant Commandant exam?
Candidates reporting for Stage-II will first undergo photo and biometric verification. The photo captured & biometric recorded during Stage-II is to be verified with the captured photo & biometric recorded during the Stage-I. If the biometric (thumb impression) of a candidate at Stage-II does not match with the biometric captured at Stage-I, the document verification team is empowered to establish the identity/ genuineness of the candidate by approved procedures by Competent Authority and recapture the Biometric of the candidate for verification in the subsequent stages. However if the document verification team is not convinced with the genuineness of the candidate after manual verification process as mentioned above, then the candidature of the candidate will be cancelled.
Q: What is the preliminary selection board process in ICG Assistant Commandant?
Based on the performance in the Stage-I, candidates will be shortlisted for appearing in Stage-II (PSB)which will be conducted for a day at Noida, Mumbai/Goa, Chennai and Kolkata centres. Candidates to give the choice of PSB centre at the time of filling of application form. Candidates will be screened through Computerised Cognitive Battery Test (CCBT) and Picture Perception & Discussion (PP&DT). The CCBT will be in English only and will be of objective type. During PP&DT the candidates are expected to speak and discuss in English. However, they are free to speak in Hindi if they wish to do so. The Stage-II examination is only of qualifying nature i.e. either Pass or Fail.
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 Vacancy 2025: Selection Process
The selection of officer is based on the all India order of merit which is based on the performance of candidates in various stages (1 to 5) of examination and the number of vacancies available for the post. Clearing of Stage I, II, III, IV and V is compulsory for recruitment in ICG. All candidates will be compulsorily subjected to biometric, photo identification and document verification during various stages of examination.
Stage-I (CGCAT)
Stage 1 includes the conduct of a screening test for the eligible applicants which will be a Computer Based Examination conducted at various centers all over India. The screening test is to be conducted for candidates applying for the post of GD/CPL and Technical(Mechanical/Electrical & Electronics). The screening test will be conducted in MCQ pattern with the maximum mark of 400 consisting of 100 questions with four marks for each correct answer and one negative marking for each incorrect answer. The duration of the exam will be of two hours and medium of test paper will be English.
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Stage 3 (Preliminary Selection Board (PSB))
Based on the performance in Stage 1, candidates will be shortlisted for appearing in Stage 2 (PSB) which will be conducted for a day at Noida, Mumbai/Goa, Chennai and Kolkata centres. Candidates are to give the choice of PSB centre at the time of filling of application form. Candidates are screened through Computerised Cognitive Battery Test (CCBT) and Picture Perception & Discussion (PP&DT).
Stage-III: Final Selection Board (FSB)
Candidates qualifying for Stage 3 will appear for FSB. The FSB is conducted at the Coast Guard Selection Board (CGSB) located at Noida and spans over five days. The candidates are subjected to Psychological Test, Group Task and Interview (Personality test). All documents/certificates verified during PSB are also required to be produced in originals during FSB. Board conference is held on last day and thereafter recommended candidates are Stage IV i.e. special medical examination.
Stage-IV (Medical Examination)
The candidates who clear Stage-III are required to undergo a special medical examination at Base Hospital, New Delhi. Candidates declared unfit in Special Medical Board (SMB) are included in the merit list, because the candidates declared unfit in SMB have the liberty to appeal the verdict and will report for appeal medicals at designated service hospital within 42 days of completion of SMB.
Stage-V (Induction)
The candidates who clear Stage 4 and stand in the All India Merit List as per the vacancies available will be provisionally selected for training and will be required to report at INA Ezhimala for Naval Orientation Course (NOC) as per the instructions. All India Merit List will be based on combined marks of Stage-I and Stage-III. Candidates reporting at INA Ezhimala for training will first undergo photo and biometric verification.
Commonly asked questions
Q: What is Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant age limit?
To apply for Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant exam, the age of candidates should be between 21 and 25 years. Relaxation in the age limit will be given to candidates belonging to reserved categories. 5 years relaxation will be given to SC/ST and 3 years to OBC. 5 years age relaxation will be given to personnel serving in Coast Guard or equivalent personnel in Army or Navy or Air Force.
Q: What is Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant educational qualification?
The educational qualification prescribed for Indian Coast Assistant exam is given below:
- Should hold a degree of recognised university with minimum 60% aggregate marks for General/OBC/EWS candidates and 55% aggregate for SC/ST candidates.
- Mathematics and Physics as subject up to Intermediate or class XII of 10+2+3 scheme of education or equivalent with minimum 55% aggregate marks in Mathematics and Physics. The candidates who have completed graduation after diploma, are also eligible, provided they should possess an aggregate of 55% marks in Diploma with physics and mathematics in its curriculum.
Q: What is Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant Eligibility?
The age of candidates should be between 21 to 25 years. Candidates must hold a degree of recognised university with minimum 60 per cent aggregate marks for General/OBC/EWS candidates and 55 per cent aggregate for SC/ST candidates. Mathematics and Physics as subject up to Intermediate or class XII of 10+2+3 scheme of education or equivalent with minimum 55 per cent aggregate marks in Mathematics and Physics. The candidates who have completed graduation after diploma, are also eligible, provided they should possess an aggregate of 55 per cent marks in Diploma with physics and mathematics in its curriculum.
Indian Coast Guard AC Vacancy 2025 FAQs
Candidates can check below ICG AC vacancy FAQs.
Commonly asked questions
Q: What is the process of Assistant Commandant final selection Board?
The candidates qualifying for Stage-III will be intimated on completion of stage-II at respective centres. The schedule of Stage-III will be intimated to the candidate on personal Login IDs. The FSB call up letter along with reporting instructions will be intimated to candidates on personal Login IDs. FSB is conducted at the Coast Guard Selection Board (CGSB) located at Noida and spans over five days. The candidates are subjected to Psychological Test, Group Task and Interview (Personality test). The Final Selection will be conducted tentatively from Jul - Oct 2024. All documents/certificates verified during PSB are also required to be produced in originals during FSB. Board conference is held on last day and thereafter recommended candidates are sent for Stage-IV i.e. Special medical examination.
Q: What is medical standard prescribed for Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant exam?
The medical standard prescribed for Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant exam is given below:
Height: Candidates should be 157 cms. Reduction in minimum height for candidates from hilly areas and tribal areas will be in accordance with the Central Govt. regulations.
Weight: Proportionate to the height and age. ( + 10% acceptable)
(c) Chest: well proportionate, minimum 5 cms expansion
(d) Hearing: Normal
(e) Eye Sight :
6/6/9 – Uncorrected without glass.
6/6 – Corrected with glass.
Q: What is the process of Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant medical exam?
The candidates who clear Stage-III are required to undergo a special medical examination at Base Hospital, New Delhi. Candidates declared unfit in Special Medical Board (SMB) will be included in the merit list as they have the option to appeal the verdict and will report for appeal medicals at designated service hospital within 42 days of completion of SMB. If declared unfit during appeal medicals, such candidates have the option to request the Director General of Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS) through Directorate of Recruitment, Coast Guard Headquarters for review of the results. Service Headquarters will consider such request and RMB will be granted based on the merits of the case. RMB is not a matter of right. If the review is approved, the designated hospital for conduct of the review will be indicated in the approval. The decision of the Review Medical Board (RMB) will be final and no further appeal will be accepted.
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