The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), under the Ministry of Defence, has announced the recruitment of Assistant Commandant (Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officer) for the 2027 Batch. This recruitment includes vacancies in General Duty (GD) and Technical (Engineering & Electrical/Electronics) branches. The application process will be conducted online from 08 July to 27 July 2025 through the official portal https://joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in.
This is a golden opportunity for young Indian male candidates seeking a defense career with attractive pay, facilities, and long-term growth. Selection is based on a multi-stage exam process, including written tests, psychological assessments, interviews, and medicals.
ICG Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Indian Coast Guard (ICG) |
| Post Name | Assistant Commandant |
| Batch | 2027 |
| Branches | General Duty (GD), Technical (Engineering/Electrical) |
| Category | Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officer |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 08 July to 23 July 2025 |
| Official Website | joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in |
ICG Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 08 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 July 2025 (Extended) |
| Stage I Exam | 18 September 2025 |
ICG Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹300/- |
| SC/ST | Exempted |
Payment through Net Banking, UPI, or Debit/Credit Card only.
ICG Assistant Commandant 2025 Vacancies & Eligibility
Branch-wise Vacancy
| Post | Total | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Duty (GD) | 140 | 25 | 24 | 35 | 10 | 46 |
| Technical (Engg./Elect) | 30 | 03 | 04 | 08 | 02 | 13 |
| Total | 170 | 28 | 28 | 43 | 12 | 59 |
Qualification & Age
| Branch | Age (as on 01 Jul 2026) | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| General Duty (GD) | 21-25 years (Born between 01 Jul 2001 to 30 Jun 2005) | Bachelor’s Degree with 60% + Physics & Math at 10+2 level |
| Technical (Engg/Elect) | 21-25 years (Same as above) | B.Tech/BE in relevant disciplines with Physics & Math at 10+2 level |
Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL).
ICG Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
The selection consists of 5 stages:
- Stage I – CGCAT (Computer Based Test)
- 100 MCQs, 4 sections (English, Reasoning, Maths & Science, GK)
- 2 hours duration, negative marking (1 mark), 4 marks per correct answer
- All India Merit List based on normalized scores
- Stage II – PSB (Preliminary Selection Board)
- Cognitive Battery Test + Picture Perception & Discussion Test (PP&DT)
- Qualifying in nature
- Stage III – FSB (Final Selection Board)
- Psychological Test, Group Task, and Interview
- Conducted at Noida over 4–5 days
- Stage IV – Medical Examination
- Special medical exam at Base Hospital, New Delhi
- Stage V – Induction
- Reporting at Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala in Dec 2026
ICG Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| English | 25 |
| Reasoning & Numerical Ability | 25 |
| General Science & Maths Aptitude | 25 |
| General Knowledge | 25 |
| Total | 100 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
ICG Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025 Medical Standards
| Criteria | Standards |
|---|---|
| Height | Min. 157 cm (relaxation as per rules for hilly/tribal areas) |
| Weight | Proportionate to age and height (+10% permissible) |
| Chest | Minimum expansion 5 cm |
| Eyesight (GD) | 6/6 & 6/9 (uncorrected), 6/6 (corrected) |
| Eyesight (Tech) | 6/36 (uncorrected), 6/6 (corrected) |
ICG Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025 Important Links
| ICG Assistant Commandant City Intimation | City Intimation |
| ICG Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025 Notification | Notification |
| ICG Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2025 Apply Online | Apply Portal |
| ICG Official Website | ICG |