Indian Coast Guard AC Recruitment 2026: 140 Vacancies Announced

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), operating under the Ministry of Defence, has announced its recruitment notification for Assistant Commandant (Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officer) positions for the 2026 batch. This recruitment is an opportunity for young, qualified individuals to join a dynamic and prestigious arm of India’s defence forces. The positions are available across various branches, including General Duty (GD) and Technical (Engineering/Electrical/Electronics).

This detailed article covers all aspects of the recruitment, including eligibility criteria, application process, examination stages, and other essential details.

Overview of Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026

The Indian Coast Guard offers a promising career as an Assistant Commandant (Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officer), enabling individuals to serve the nation through varied roles and responsibilities.

Aspect	Details
Recruitment Authority	Indian Coast Guard
Post Name	Assistant Commandant
Branches	General Duty (GD), Technical (Engineering/Electrical/Electronics)
Notification Number	NA
Application Mode	Online only
Website	joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in
Batch	2026

The recruitment process encompasses five stages of evaluation, from a written exam to medical assessments, ensuring the highest standards of selection.

Important Dates

The recruitment timeline is as follows:

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	December 5, 2024
Application Start Date	December 5, 2024 (11:00 AM)
Application End Date	December 24, 2024 (5:30 PM)
Stage-I Exam Date	February 25, 2025
Stage-II Exam Date	March 25, 2025
Final Selection	December 2025

Guard Assistant Commandant 2026 Vacancy Details

A total of 140 vacancies are available across two branches:

Branch	Total Vacancies	Category-Wise Distribution
General Duty (GD)	110	SC: 13, ST: 15, OBC: 38, EWS: 4, UR: 40
Technical (Engineering/Electronics)	30	SC: 4, ST: 2, OBC: 9, UR: 15

The vacancies are tentative and may be subject to modification based on operational requirements.

Guard Assistant Commandant 2026 Eligibility Criteria

1 Age Limit

Branch	Age Criteria
General Duty (GD)	21-25 years (Born between July 1, 2000, and June 30, 2004)
Technical (Engineering/Electronics)	21-25 years (Born between July 1, 2000, and June 30, 2004)

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years

2 Educational Qualifications

Branch	Required Qualification
General Duty (GD)	Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level.
Technical (Engineering/Electronics)	Engineering degree in Naval Architecture, Mechanical, Marine, Electrical, or related disciplines.

Additional eligibility conditions include:

1. Final-year students can apply, provided they clear all examinations before November 30, 2025.
2. Candidates with disciplinary dismissal from other services are ineligible.

Guard Assistant Commandant Recruitment 2026 Application Process

Steps to Apply

Step	Details
Registration	Visit joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in and register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
Application Submission	Fill in personal, educational, and preference details.
Document Upload	Upload scanned copies of required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
Fee Payment	Pay ₹300 online via credit/debit card, UPI, or net banking. SC/ST candidates are exempted.

Required Documents

1. Passport-sized photograph.
2. Proof of identity (Aadhaar, Passport, PAN, etc.).
3. Educational certificates.
4. Category certificate (if applicable).
5. NCC Certificate (if applicable).

Guard Assistant Commandant 2026 Examination and Selection Process

The selection procedure is conducted in five stages, ensuring comprehensive evaluation.

Stage	Details
Stage-I	Coast Guard Common Admission Test (CGCAT): Computer-based MCQ exam covering English, Reasoning, GK, and Maths.
Stage-II	Preliminary Selection Board (PSB): Cognitive Battery Test (CBT) and Picture Perception & Discussion Test (PP&DT).
Stage-III	Final Selection Board (FSB): A five-day evaluation, including interviews and psychological tests.
Stage-IV	Medical Examination at Base Hospital, New Delhi.
Stage-V	Induction and training at Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala.

Physical and Medical Standards

Physical Standards

Criteria	Details
Height	Minimum 157 cm (Relaxation for hilly/tribal candidates).
Weight	Proportionate to height and age.
Chest	Minimum expansion of 5 cm.

Medical Standards

1. Vision:
   • GD: 6/6 corrected vision with glasses.
   • Technical: 6/36 uncorrected vision, 6/6 corrected with glasses.
2. Tattoos: Permitted only on specific body parts.
3. Hearing: Normal.

Guard Assistant Commandant 2026 Salary Structure and Perks

The salary structure for Assistant Commandants is as per the 7th Central Pay Commission.

Rank	Pay Level	Starting Basic Pay (₹)
Assistant Commandant	Level 10	₹56,100
Deputy Commandant	Level 11	₹67,700

Additional Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Contributory pension and gratuity.
• Subsidised housing or HRA.
• Annual Leave Travel Concession (LTC).

Key Instructions and Guidelines

1. Submit applications online only; multiple applications will be rejected.
2. Carry all required documents during each selection stage.
3. Keep a valid email ID and mobile number active throughout the recruitment cycle.

Official Links and Contact Information

Details	Contact Information
Official Website	joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in
Helpline Email	dte-rectofficer@indiancoastguard.nic.in
Helpline Phone	0120-2201340