Indian Coast Guard
The Indian Coast Guard offers exciting career opportunities for young, educated individuals who are passionate about serving their country at sea. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the different categories of officer entry and their eligibility criteria:
General Duty (GD):
- Age: 21-25 years (relaxation for SC/ST, CG personnel, and OBC)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university
- Mathematics and Physics at 10+2 level
- Medical Standards:
- Height: Minimum 157 cm
- Weight: As per table with 10% variation
- Chest expansion: 5 cm
- Eyesight: 6/6 or 6/9 uncorrected, correctable to 6/6 with glasses
General Duty (Women Short Service Appointment):
- Age: 21-25 years (relaxation for SC/ST, CG personnel, and OBC)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university
- Mathematics and Physics at 10+2 level
- Medical Standards:
- Height: Minimum 152 cm
- Weight: As per table with 10% variation
- Chest expansion: 5 cm
- Eyesight: 6/6 or 6/9 uncorrected, correctable to 6/6 with glasses
General Duty/Pilot Navigator Entry:
- Age: 19-25 years (relaxation for SC/ST, CG personnel, and OBC)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university
- Mathematics and Physics at 10+2 level
- Medical Standards:
- Height: 162.5 – 197 cm (Leg length minimum 99 cm)
- Weight: As per table with 10% variation
- Chest expansion: 5 cm
- Eyesight: 6/6 in one eye and 6/9 in the other, correctable to 6/6
Technical Entry:
- Age: 21-25 years (relaxation for SC/ST, CG personnel, and OBC)
- Education:
- Engineering degree in specified branches (Naval Architecture, Mechanical, Marine, etc.)
- OR
- Three-year diploma course
- Mathematics and Physics at 10+2 level
- Medical Standards:
- Height: Minimum 157 cm
- Weight: As per table with 10% variation
- Chest expansion: 5 cm
- Eyesight: 6/36 uncorrected, correctable to 6/6 with glasses
Law Entry:
- Age: 21-30 years (relaxation for SC/ST, CG personnel, and OBC)
- Education:
- Three-year law degree after graduation
- OR
- Five-year law degree after 10+2
- Medical Standards:
- Height: Male – 157 cm, Female – 152 cm
- Weight: As per table with 10% variation
- Chest expansion: 5 cm
- Eyesight: 6/60 uncorrected, correctable to 6/6 or 6/12 with glasses
Selection Procedure:
The selection process for officers comprises four stages:
- Online Examination: This computer-based test covers English, Reasoning & Numerical Ability, General Science & Mathematical Aptitude, and General Knowledge. Minimum cut-off marks apply.
- Preliminary Selection Board: Qualified candidates undergo a series of assessments, including interview, psychological tests, and physical fitness tests.
- Final Selection Board: Shortlisted candidates are assessed through interviews and medical examination.
- Final Merit List and Induction: Successful candidates are inducted into the Indian Coast Guard and undergo training at the Indian Naval Academy.
Advertisement and Notice:
Recruitment notices are published twice a year, typically in January/February (examination in June) and June/July (examination in December).
Stage -1 – an online examination is conducted in following subject . Candidates are required to pass and attain cut off marks .
English 25 100
Reasoning and Numerical Ability 25 100
General Science and Mathematical Aptitude 25 100
General knowledge 25 100
Cut off marks for General and OBC for each subject is 50 where as for SC and ST it is 45 marks
Overall marks for General and OBC is 200 marks and for SC and ST it is 180 marks.
Join the Indian Coast Guard:
If you are a young, motivated individual with a passion for adventure and service, the Indian Coast Guard offers a rewarding career opportunity. Apply now and embark on a challenging and fulfilling journey at sea!