Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2023: Check Last Date to Apply, Eligibility, Vacancy & Selection Process
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2023 notification is out. Candidates who wish to apply for the post of Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), and Yantrik can do so by September 22, 2023 (5:30 p.m.).Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2023
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2023 notification has been released on the official website of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG). Candidates who wish to apply for the post of Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), and Yantrik can do so by September 22, 2023 (5:30 pm). All candidates, except SC/ST candidates, must pay an application fee of INR 300 online using net banking or a Visa, Master, Maestro, or Rupay credit or debit card. Only candidates who have successfully paid the examination fee and are eligible for a fee waiver will receive an e-admit card for the examination.
The recruitment examination will be conducted in four stages. The first stage is the Computer Based Examination that all applicants must take, regardless of the position they are applying for. On the basis of the candidate's performance in the first stage, they will be invited to the second stage, which includes a physical fitness test, document verification, a re-assessment for inconsistent performers, and an initial medical examination.
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) will then prepare an all-India merit list based on the candidates' performance in Stage I and Stage II, and send an e-admit card for Stage III (final medicals at INS Chilka) to the candidates who rank high enough in the merit list, based on the number of vacancies available and the ratio decided by the ICG. During the fourth and the final stage, all candidate documents and educational certificates will be checked. Candidates must pass all four stages to be selected for final training at INS Chilka.
Indian Coast Guard 2023: Highlights
Candidates who wish to apply for Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2023 must be aware of the following recruitment highlights:
Particulars |
Details |
Type of Recruitment |
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment |
Recruiting Body |
Indian Coast Guard (ICG) |
Posts |
Navik (General Duty) Navik (Domestic Branch) Yantrik |
Total Vacancies |
350 |
Selection Process |
4 stages
|
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2023: Dates
Candidates who wish to apply for the post of Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), and Yantrik through the Indian Coast Guard must be aware of the following important dates:
Event |
Dates |
Application Start Date |
September 8, 2023 |
Application End Date |
September 22, 2023 |
Stage I Exam Date |
December 2023 (Tentative) |
Stage II Exam Date |
January 2024 (Tentative) |
Stage III Exam Date |
May 2024 (Tentative) |
Indian Coast Guard 2023: Eligibility
Candidates who wish to apply for the posts of Navik (GD), Navik (DB) & Yantrik must satisfy the following eligibility criteria:
Age Limit
The age limit criteria have been mentioned in the table below:
Particulars |
Details |
Lower Age Limit |
18 years |
Upper Age Limit |
22 years |
Upper Age Limit Relaxation |
For SC/ST - Upper age relaxation of 5 years For OBC (non-creamy) - Upper age relaxation of 3 years |
Note: Only candidates born between May 1, 2002 and April 30, 2006 (both dates inclusive) are eligible to apply for the posts of Navik (DB), Navik (GD), and Yantrik. |
Educational Qualifications
The required educational qualifications for the various posts have been mentioned in the table below:
Post |
Educational Qualifications |
Navik (Domestic Branch) |
Candidate must have passed Class 10th from a board recognised by the Council of Boards for School Education (COBSE) |
Navik (General Duty) |
Candidate must have passed 10+2 with Maths and Physics from a board recognised by Council of Boards for School Education (COBSE) |
Yantrik |
Candidate must have passed Class 10th from a board recognised by the Council of Boards for School Education (COBSE) and Diploma in Electrical/ Mechanical / Electronics/ Telecommunication (Radio/Power) Engineering of duration 03 or 04 years approved by All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) |
Steps to Apply for Indian Coast Guard 2023
Eligible candidates can apply for Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2023 with the help of the following steps:
- Visit the official website of the Indian Coast Guard (www.joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in)
- Click the "Registration" tab
- If you are already registered, log in with your credentials. If you are not registered, create an account.
- Enter your personal details, including name, parents' name, nationality, gender, email ID, and contact number
- Verify your email ID and contact number using the OTPs that will be sent to you
- Fill out the application form and submit it
- Double-check all of the details before submitting the form
Note: Candidates can only apply for one post that is either Navik (DB) or Navik (GD) or Yantrik (Mechanical) or Yantrik (Electrical) or Yantrik (Electronics) in one recruitment cycle. If a candidate submits multiple applications in the same recruitment cycle, only the most recent application will be accepted. All previous applications will be rejected. |
Indian Coast Guard 2023: Selection Process
The selection process for the post of Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch) and Yantrik is divided into 4 main stages which are as follows:
Stage I: Computer Based Examination
This is the first stage of the recruitment process, a written exam that all applicants must take, regardless of the position they are applying for.
Stage II: Adaptability Test, Physical Fitness Test & Initial Medical Examination
Based on the candidate's performance in the first stage, they will be invited to the second stage, which includes a physical fitness test, document verification, a re-assessment for inconsistent performers, and an initial medical examination.
Stage III: Provisional Merit List & Final Medical Examination
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) will prepare an all-India merit list based on the candidates' performance in Stage I and Stage II, and send an e-admit card for Stage III (final medicals at INS Chilka) to the candidates who rank high enough in the merit list, based on the number of vacancies available and the ratio decided by the ICG.
Stage IV: Final Document Verification
During this stage, all candidate documents and educational certificates will be checked. Candidates must pass all four stages to be selected for final training at INS Chilka.
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2023: Vacancy
The tentative number of posts for category-wise Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2023 has been given below.
Candidates must note that these vacancies are tentative and may change depending on the availability of training slots.
Post |
UR(GEN) |
EWS |
OBC |
ST |
SC |
Total |
Navik(General Duty) |
104 |
27 |
52 |
35 |
42 |
260 |
Navik (Domestic Branch) |
12 |
3 |
9 |
2 |
4 |
30 |
Yantrik (Mechanical) |
10 |
6 |
4 |
1 |
4 |
25 |
Yantrik (Electrical) |
8 |
3 |
4 |
2 |
3 |
20 |
Yantrik (Electronics) |
6 |
1 |
5 |
1 |
2 |
15 |
Note: Even if there is no vacancy reserved for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy)/EWS category candidates, they can still apply as reserved candidates. In this case, they will not be eligible for any age or passing marks concessions/relaxations. However, SC/ST candidates will still be exempted from paying the application fee. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the eligibility criteria for Indian Coast Guard recruitment 2023?
The eligibility criteria for Indian Coast Guard recruitment 2023 vary depending on the post you are applying for. However, the general eligibility criteria are as follows:
- Nationality: Indian citizen
- Age: 18-22 years (relaxations applicable for reserved categories)
- Educational Qualification: 10th pass (for Navik Domestic Branch), 12th pass with Maths and Physics (for Navik General Duty Branch), and Diploma in Engineering (for Yantrik)
- Physical Fitness: Candidates must be physically fit enough to complete the training programme and perform the essential functions of the position
What is the last date to apply for Indian Coast Guard recruitment 2023?
The last date to apply for the post of Navik (DB), Navik (GD) & Yantrik is September 22, 2023.
What is the application process for Indian Coast Guard recruitment 2023?
The application process for Indian Coast Guard recruitment 2023 is online. Candidates can apply through the official website of the Indian Coast Guard. The application process is given below:
- Create an account on the official website
- Fill up the online application form
- Upload the required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the application form
What is the selection process for the various posts under Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2023?
The selection process for Indian Coast Guard recruitment 2023 typically includes the following steps:
- Stage 1: Computer Based Examination
- Stage 2: Adaptability Test, Physical Fitness Test & Initial Medical Examination
- Stage 3: Provisional Merit List & Final Medical Examination
- Stage 4: Final Document Verification
What are the different types of posts available in Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2023?
The different types of posts available in Indian Coast Guard recruitment 2023 are as follows:
- Navik (General Duty)
- Navik (Domestic Branch)
- Yantrik
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