Indian Coast Guard Recruitment Assistant Commandant 2024-Apply Online for 70 Posts

                                                         

Introduction:

Are you looking to serve your nation by joining the Indian Coast Guard as an Assistant Commandant? If yes, then here's your chance! The Indian Coast Guard has released a notification for the recruitment of Assistant Commandant Vacancy for the year 2025. This is a prestigious opportunity for individuals who aspire to safeguard the maritime interests of the nation. Read on to learn more about the application process, vacancy details, and important dates.

Name of the Posts:

Assistant Commandant

Important Dates:

Starting Date for Online Application: 15-02-2024

Last Date for Online Application: 28-02-2024

Application Fee:

For Other Candidates: Rs. 300/-

For SC/ST: Nil

Payment Mode: Applicants can make the payment online using net banking or through Visa/Master/Maestro/Rupay Credit/Debit Card/UPI.

Age Limit:

Minimum Age limit: 21 Years

Maximum Age limit: 25 Years

For Assistant Commandant: Candidates should be born between 01 Jul 1999 to 30 June 2003 (both dates inclusive).

Age relaxation is admissible as per the rules.

Vacancy Details:

Post	Vacancies	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	UR	Total
General Duty (GD)	50	6	7	18	2	17	50
Tech (Engg/ Elect)	20	5	2	8	--	5	20
Total	70	11	9	26	2	22	70

Eligibility Criteria:

General Duty (GD)

Age: 21-25 years as of 01 Jul 2024 (born between 01 Jul 1999 & 30 Jun 2003, both dates inclusive).

Gender: Male

Educational Qualification:

Should hold a degree from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks.

Mathematics and Physics should be subjects up to Intermediate or class XII of the 10+2+3 scheme of education or equivalent, with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks in Mathematics and Physics. Candidates who have completed graduation after a diploma are also eligible, provided they possess an aggregate of 55% marks in the diploma with physics and mathematics in its curriculum.

Technical (Mechanical)

Age: 21-25 years as of 01 Jul 2024 (born between 01 Jul 1999 & 30 Jun 2003, both dates inclusive).

Gender: Male

Educational Qualification:

Should hold an Engineering degree from a recognized university in Naval Architecture, Mechanical, Marine, Automotive, Mechatronics, Industrial and Production, Metallurgy, Design, Aeronautical, or Aerospace with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks.

Mathematics and Physics should be subjects up to Intermediate or class XII of the 10+2+3 scheme of education or equivalent, with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks in Mathematics and Physics. Candidates who have completed graduation after a diploma are also eligible, provided they possess an aggregate of 55% marks in the diploma with physics and mathematics in its curriculum.

Technical (Electrical/Electronics)

Age: 21-25 years as of 01 Jul 2024 (born between 01 Jul 1999 & 30 Jun 2003, both dates inclusive).

Gender: Male

Educational Qualification:

Should hold an Engineering degree from a recognized university in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunication, Instrumentation, Instrumentation and Control, Electronics and Communication, Power Engineering, or Power Electronics with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks.

Mathematics and Physics should be subjects up to Intermediate or class XII of the 10+2+3 scheme of education or equivalent, with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks in Mathematics and Physics. Candidates who have completed graduation after a diploma are also eligible, provided they possess an aggregate of 55% marks in the diploma with physics and mathematics in its curriculum.

These criteria outline the educational qualifications required for each branch of Assistant Commandant in the Indian Coast Guard, ensuring that candidates meet the necessary standards to serve effectively in their respective roles.

Scale of Pay:

Rank	Pay Level (PL)	Starting Basic Pay (in INR)
Assistant Commandant	10	56,100/-
Deputy Commandant	11	67,700/-
Commandant (Junior Grade)	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/-

Other Benefits.

(i) Medical cover for self and family including dependent parents.

(ii) Furnished Government accommodation for self & family or House rent allowance

per Government policy in vogue.

(iii) 45 days Earned leave and 08 days Casual leave every year with Leave Travel

Concession (LTC) for self, family, and dependent parents as per Govt. rules.

(iv) Insurance cover of 1.25 Crore at a premium of 12,500/- per month as Group

insurance as per prevalent rules.

(v) Contributory Pension Scheme and Gratuity on retirement as applicable.

(vi) Canteen facilities and various loan facilities at subsidized rates.

(vii) Learn & participate in various sports and adventure activities.

(viii) ECHS medical facilities after retirement.

(ix) Provision of Free Ration/ Ration money allowance.

How to Apply:

Interested and eligible candidates are advised to read the full notification carefully before applying online. Ensure that you meet all the eligibility criteria mentioned in the notification. Here are the steps to apply:

Visit the official website of the Indian Coast Guard.

Click on the "Recruitment" or "Career" section.

Look for the advertisement for Assistant Commandant Vacancy 2025.

Read the notification thoroughly and check your eligibility.

Click on the "Apply Online" link.

Fill out the application form with accurate details.

Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature as per the specified format.

Pay the application fee through the preferred mode of payment.

Double-check all the information provided before submitting the form.

Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.

Important Links:

Official Website	Click Here
Notification	Click Here
Apply Online	Click Here

Selection Procedure:

 The selection of Assistant Commandants is based on an all-India

order of merit which is based on the performance of candidates 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 biometrics, photo identification, and document verification during various stages of

examination. The details of various stages of examination are as follows

(a)    Stage-I (CGCAT)

Subject	No. of Questions
A: English	25
B: Reasoning & Numerical Ability	25
C: General Science & Mathematical Aptitude	25
D: General Knowledge	25

Stage-II {Preliminary Selection Board (PSB)}.

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 are to give their

choice for the PSB center at the time of filling out the application form. Candidates will be screened

through the Computerised Cognitive Battery Test (CCBT) and Picture Perception & Discussion Test

(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 a qualifying nature i.e. either

Pass or Fail.

Stage-III: Final Selection Board (FSB):

The candidates qualifying for Stage III

will be intimated on completion of stage-II at respective centers. The schedule of Stage III

will be intimated to the candidate on personal Login IDs. FSB is conducted at the Coast Guard

The Selection Board (CGSB) is located at Noida and spans over five days. The candidates are

subjected to a Psychological Test, Group Task, and Interview (Personality test). The Final

Selection will be conducted tentatively during Jul - Oct 2024. All documents/certificates

verified during PSB are also required to be produced in originals during FSB. A board

conference is held on the last day and thereafter recommended candidates are sent for Stage IV

i.e. initial/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 the 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 a 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 the Directorate of Recruitment, Coast Guard Headquarters for review of the

results. Service Headquarters will consider such a 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 the 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.

Stage-V (Induction):

 The candidates who clear Stage - IV 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 the 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.

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Conclusion:

Joining the Indian Coast Guard as an Assistant Commandant is not just a job, but a commitment to serve and protect the maritime borders of our nation. If you have the passion and determination to excel in this noble profession, don't miss this opportunity. Mark your calendars for the important dates and ensure that you complete the online application process within the specified timeline. For further details and updates, visit the official website of the Indian Coast Guard regularly.