Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026
📌 Organization Details
| Organization | Indian Coast Guard, Ministry of Defence, Government of India |
|---|---|
| Job Role | Store Keeper Grade-II, Engine Driver, Lascar, Civilian Motor Transport Driver, MTS (MT Cleaner) |
| Job Location | Coast Guard Region (East), Chennai, Tamil Nadu (All India Transfer Liability) |
| Advertisement No | Not Mentioned in Notification |
| Total Vacancies | 5 Posts – Vacancy numbers are not clearly legible in the supplied notification. Verify from the original notification. |
| Mode of Application | Offline (Ordinary Post Only) |
| Official Website | Visit Here |
📅 Important Dates
| Starting Date | 07 November 2026 (Advertisement Publication Date) |
|---|---|
| Last Date | 21 December 2026 |
📢 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Store Keeper Grade-II | Not legible in supplied PDF |
| Engine Driver | Not legible in supplied PDF |
| Lascar | Not legible in supplied PDF |
| Civilian Motor Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade) | Not legible in supplied PDF |
| MTS (MT Cleaner) | Not legible in supplied PDF |
📚 Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed 12th standard from a recognised Board or University. One year of experience in handling stores from any recognised firm, Central or State Government organisation, or Public Sector Undertaking is essential.
2. Engine Driver:
Candidates must have passed Matriculation from a recognised Board or equivalent and possess a Certificate of Competency as Engine Driver from a recognised Government Institute or equivalent. Two years of service as Sarang on a vessel of over 400 Boat Horse Power is desirable.
3. Lascar:
Candidates must have passed Matriculation or equivalent from a recognised Board. Three years of experience in service on a Boat is essential.
4. Civilian Motor Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade):
Candidates must have passed 10th standard from a recognised Board and possess a valid Driving Licence for both Heavy and Light Motor Vehicles. Two years of driving experience and knowledge of motor mechanism are required.
5. MTS (MT Cleaner):
Candidates must have passed Matriculation from a recognised Board or equivalent. Two years of experience in a mechanical workshop is essential.
- Applications must be submitted in the prescribed format given in Annexure-I.
- Applications can be filled in either English or Hindi.
- Self-attested photocopies of required documents must be enclosed.
- Original certificates should not be sent along with the application.
- Government employees must apply through the proper channel with an NOC.
- The application must be sent through Ordinary Post only.
- The envelope must clearly mention the post name and category.
- Age will be calculated as on 21 December 2026.
💰 Salary Details
| Post Name | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Store Keeper Grade-II | Pay Level 02 |
| Engine Driver | Pay Level 04 |
| Lascar | Pay Level 01 |
| Civilian Motor Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade) | Pay Level 02 |
| MTS (MT Cleaner) | Pay Level 01 |
Note: Exact salary amounts are not specified in the supplied notification.
🔹 Age Limit
| Post Name | Age Range |
|---|---|
| Store Keeper Grade-II | 18 to 25 Years (30 Years for SC and 40 Years for PwBD of SC Category) |
| Engine Driver | 18 to 30 Years (5 Years Relaxation for SC Candidates) |
| Lascar | 18 to 30 Years (EWS Category) |
| Civilian Motor Transport Driver | 18 to 27 Years (UR Category) |
| MTS (MT Cleaner) | 18 to 27 Years (32 Years for SC and 42 Years for PwBD of SC Category) |
Note: Applicable government employee age relaxations are available as mentioned in the official notification.
📍 Selection Process
- Scrutiny of Applications
- Document Verification
- Biometric Data Capturing and Verification
- Written Examination
- Trade Test (Where Applicable)
- Final Merit List
Written Examination Pattern:
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 |
| General English | 20 | 20 |
| Relevant Trade Test / Mental Ability Test | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 80 | 80 |
Examination Duration: 1 Hour. There is no negative marking. Qualifying marks are 50% for general candidates and 45% for SC/ST candidates.
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | Not Mentioned in Notification |
📝 How to Apply?
- Visit the official website: https://indiancoastguard.gov.in/
- Download the prescribed application form given in Annexure-I of the notification.
- Fill in the application form in English or Hindi.
- Affix a recent self-attested colour passport-size photograph.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of educational certificates, experience certificates, photo ID proof and applicable category certificates.
- Government employees must attach an NOC from their employer.
- Clearly superscribe the envelope with the post name and category applied for.
- Send the completed application through Ordinary Post only to the following address before 21 December 2026.
Postal Address:
The Commander,
Coast Guard Region (East),
Near Napier Bridge,
Fort St George (PO),
Chennai – 600009.
- 📃 Official Notification PDF: Click Here
- ✍️ Apply Mode: Offline Application – Ordinary Post Only
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