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Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 45 years
Selection Process
- Scrutiny: All applications are checked against eligibility criteria and supporting documents.
- Document verification: Shortlisted candidates are issued admit cards/call letters and must bring original documents and self-attested copies for verification.
- Biometric verification: Thumb impression and photograph are captured and verified at document verification or before entering the exam; mismatch may lead to disqualification.
- Written examination: A one-hour pen-and-paper bilingual test of 80 objective questions (no negative marking); syllabus follows educational qualification and relevant trade.
- Trade test and merit list: Candidates who qualify the written exam undergo a trade test where applicable; a merit list is prepared based on written exam marks and published on the ICG website.
How to Apply
- Download or use the prescribed application format at Annexure-I and fill in English or Hindi.
- Affix a self-attested colour photograph, give left-hand thumb impression and signature as required.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of required enclosures (ID, mark sheets, category certificate if applicable, experience certificate, NOC for Govt employees, two passport photos).
- Place application in an envelope superscribed in BOLD: ‘APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF’ followed by the post name and category applied for (UR/EWS/OBC (NCL)/SC/ST); use sample envelope format at Annexure-V.
- Send the duly filled application by Ordinary Post only to The Commander, Coast Guard Region (East), Near Napier Bridge, Fort St George (PO), Chennai – 600 009 so it is received by 21-12-2026.
- Government employees must forward applications through proper channel before the due date along with NOC.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Advertisement published in the Employment News:
- Last date of receipt of applications:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum qualification requirements for these posts?
Qualifications vary by post: Store Keeper Grade-II requires 12th pass; Engine Driver and Lascar require Matriculation (10th) pass; Civilian Motor Transport Driver requires 10th pass plus valid heavy and light driving licences; MTS (MT Cleaner) requires Matriculation. Specific experience and certificates are listed per post in the notice.
How do I apply for these Indian Coast Guard vacancies?
Complete the prescribed application form (Annexure-I), affix a self-attested colour photo, provide thumb impression and signature, attach self-attested copies of required documents, superscribe the envelope as instructed and send by Ordinary Post only to The Commander, Coast Guard Region (East), Chennai so it is received by 21-12-2026.
What is the last date to submit the application?
The last date for receipt of applications by Ordinary Post is 21-12-2026.
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection includes scrutiny of applications, document verification (with biometric checks), a one-hour pen-and-paper written examination of 80 objective questions, a trade test where applicable, and a merit list prepared on written exam marks published on the ICG website.
What are the pay scales for the advertised posts?
Pay levels are specified as Pay Level-02 for Store Keeper Grade-II and Civilian Motor Transport Driver, Pay Level-04 for Engine Driver, and Pay Level-01 for Lascar and MTS, in the pay matrix.
