1. Description – Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025

The Indian Coast Guard has released the official notification for the recruitment of Assistant Commandants (Group 'A' Gazetted Officers) for the 2027 batch. This is a golden opportunity for dynamic and dedicated Indian male candidates to join the prestigious armed force under the Ministry of Defence.

The recruitment is open for the General Duty and Technical (Engineering / Electrical / Electronics) branches. Interested candidates can apply online from 08 July 2025 to 23 July 2025 through the official website – joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in .

Read on to know about the eligibility, selection process, syllabus, application process, and other important details.

2. Key Highlights – Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant 2027

3. Eligibility Criteria – Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant 2027

1. General Duty (GD):
   
   • Gender: Male only
   • Age: Born between 01 July 2001 to 30 June 2005
   • Educational Qualification:
     • Graduate degree from a recognized university
     • Must have studied Physics and Math in 10+2 level
     • Diploma holders are eligible if Physics and Math were included in the curriculum
2. Technical (Engineering/Electrical/Electronics):
   
   • Gender: Male only
   • Age: Same as General Duty
   • Educational Qualification:
     • Engineering degree in relevant disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, etc.)
     • Physics and Math in 10+2 or through Diploma
3. Age Relaxation:
   
   • 5 years for SC/ST
   • 3 years for OBC (NCL)
   • 5 years for serving Coast Guard/Armed Forces personnel

4. Application & Correction Fee – Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant 2027

1. Application Fee: ₹300/- (General/OBC/EWS)
2. SC/ST Candidates: Exempted
3. Payment Mode: Online (UPI, Net Banking, Debit/Credit Cards)
4. Correction Window: Not specified; ensure accurate submission in one go
5. Note: Fee once paid is non-refundable

5. Important Dates – Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant 2027

6. How to Apply – Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant 2027

1. Visit the official site joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in
2. Register using a valid Email ID and Mobile number
3. Fill out the online application form
4. Upload required documents in correct format and size
5. Pay the examination fee online (if applicable)
6. Submit and take a printout of the application for future reference

7. Required Documents to Apply Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant 2027

1. Passport-size Colour Photograph
   Format: .jpeg /.jpg, Size: 10 KB – 100 KB
2. Live Image Capture During Registration
   Captured in real-time during registration; must match uploaded photo
3. Scanned Signature
   Format: .jpeg /.jpg, Size: 10 KB – 100 KB
4. Proof of Date of Birth (10th Marksheet or Birth Certificate)
   Format: .jpeg /.jpg, Size: 50 KB – 150 KB
5. Valid Identity Proof (Aadhar / PAN / Voter ID / DL / Passport)
   Format: .jpeg /.jpg, Size: 50 KB – 150 KB
6. Service Certificate / NOC (If applicable)
   Format: .jpeg /.jpg, Size: 50 KB – 150 KB
7. Vigilance Clearance Certificate (If applicable)
   Format: .jpeg /.jpg, Size: 50 KB – 150 KB
8. Domicile Certificate (for height relaxation)
   Format: .jpeg /.jpg, Size: 50 KB – 150 KB
9. 🚫 Resident Certificate is not accepted in place of Domicile Certificate.

8. Selection Process of Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant 2027

1. Stage-I: CGCAT (Online Exam)
2. Stage-II: Preliminary Selection Board (PSB) – Cognitive Test & PPDT
3. Stage-III: Final Selection Board (FSB) – Psych Test, Group Task & Interview
4. Stage-IV: Medical Examination at Base Hospital, Delhi
5. Stage-V: Final Induction at INA Ezhimala

Note: Final merit is based on performance in Stage-I (CGCAT) and Stage-III (FSB).

9. Vacancy Details

10. Salary & Pay Scale – Indian Coast Guard Assistant Commandant

Basic Pay Structure

Perks & Benefits

• Free medical cover for self & family (including dependent parents)
• Furnished government accommodation or HRA
• 45 days Earned Leave + 8 days Casual Leave annually
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• ₹1.25 Cr Insurance cover under Group Insurance (premium ₹12,500/month)
• National Pension Scheme (NPS) & Gratuity
• Canteen & subsidized loan facilities
• Sports & adventure activities
• ECHS medical benefits post-retirement
• Ration or Ration Money Allowance

A highly respectable salary along with stable job security and defence perks make this role extremely rewarding.

11. Exam Pattern (CGCAT – Stage I)

1. Mode: Online (CBT)
2. Total Questions: 100 MCQs
3. Total Marks: 400 (4 marks per question)
4. Negative Marking: -1 mark for wrong answer
5. Duration: 2 Hours
6. Language: English

Subject	No. of Questions
English	25
Reasoning & Numerical Ability	25
General Science & Math Aptitude	25
General Knowledge	25

12. Syllabus

1. English: Grammar, comprehension, synonyms, antonyms, sentence correction, vocabulary
2. Reasoning & Numerical Ability: Arithmetic, logical reasoning, puzzles, simplification, number series
3. General Science & Math: Physics & Math (Class 10–12 level), basic engineering concepts
4. General Knowledge: Current Affairs, Indian Polity, History, Geography, Defence-related news

13. Helpdesk / Support

• Eligibility & Selection Queries: Email: dte-rectofficer@indiancoastguard.nic.in
• Application / Payment Issues: Email: icg-officers@cdac.in Phone: 020-25503108 / 020-25503109