The Indian Coast Guard, an Armed Force of the Union, has officially announced the recruitment drive for Assistant Commandant positions for the 2027 batch. Applications for General Duty (GD) and Technical (Engineering & Electrical/Electronics) branches will be accepted online, providing a vibrant career opportunity for young Indian male candidates. The online application window is scheduled to open on July 8, 2025 and will close on July 23, 2025.
ICG Assistant Commandant Recruitment-
ICG Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Post Name | General Duty & Technical |
| Vacancy | 170 |
| Application Date | 08 July – 23 July 2025 (extended) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in |
Eligibility Criteria
ICG Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025
| Branch | Age (as of 1 Jul 2025) | Education Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| General Duty | 21–25 yrs (relaxation for ex-Servicemen) | Bachelor’s degree + Physics & Maths up to Class 12 |
| Technical | 21–25 yrs (with same relaxation) | Engineering degree (Naval Architecture, Mechanical, etc.) or AMIE |
Relaxations: Additional 5 years for serving Coast Guard/Armed Forces personnel
Application Fee
ICG Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025
- ₹300 for General/OBC/EWS
- SC/ST: Exempted
Selection Process
- Stage I: Written Exam (CGCAT)
- Stage II: Preliminary Selection Board – includes cognitive & discussion tests
- Stage III: Final Selection Board – psychological tests, group tasks, interview
- Stage IV: Medical examination
- Stage V: Final joining as Assistant Commandant
Pay Scale
- Assistant Commandant: ₹56,100 (Level 10, 7th CPC)
- Higher ranks on promotional scales: Deputy Commandant ₹67,700, etc.
How to Apply
- Visit joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in
- Register using a valid email & mobile number
- Login and complete the online form
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, educational certificates, category/service certificate)
- Pay the application fee
- Submit and print the confirmation page
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 8 July 2025 |
| Application End | 23 July 2025 |
| CGCAT Exam | To be announced |
| PSB & FSB | Likely after written exam |
Previous recruitment cycle had CGCAT in Feb 2025 for reference.)
Important links
| Official Notification | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
| Apply Now | Click here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click here |