Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Recruitment 2026

Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 06 Group C Posts

Brief Information

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has released a recruitment notification for 06 vacancies in Group 'C' civilian posts on a direct recruitment basis. The advertisement was published in Employment News (19-25 Sep 2026). Eligible Indian citizens can apply offline for posts including Store Keeper Grade II, Engine Driver, Lascar, Civilian Motor Transport Driver, MTS (Peon), and MTS (Chowkidar). The last date to submit applications is 03 Nov 2026. Read below for detailed eligibility, age limit, selection process, and how to apply.

Overview

Organization/Department	Indian Coast Guard (ICG)
Post Name	Store Keeper Grade II, Engine Driver, Lascar, Civilian Motor Transport Driver (OG), MTS (Peon), MTS (Chowkidar)
Qualification	10th / 12th / Matriculation / Certificate of Competency as Engine Driver
Age Limit	18 to 30 years (Post-wise varies)
Apply Date	19-Sep-2026 (Employment News Publication)
Last Date	03-Nov-2026
Apply Fees	No application fee mentioned. However, a self-addressed envelope with Rs. 50/- postal stamp is required.
Salary (Monthly)	Rs. 18,000 - 81,100 (Level 1 to Level 4)
Job Location	Mumbai (Posting liable anywhere in India under Coast Guard Region West)
Apply Mode	Offline (Ordinary Post)
Official Website	indiancoastguard.gov.in
Join on Whatsapp	WhatsApp Channel WhatsApp Group

Age Limit

Minimum: 18 — Maximum: 30 (Post-wise varies. Relaxation applicable for SC, OBC-NCL, and Government servants as per rules).

Qualification

Matriculation (10th) / 12th Pass or equivalent from a recognized board. For Engine Driver: Certificate of Competency as Engine Driver from a recognized Government institute. For CMT Driver: Valid driving license for both heavy and light motor vehicles with knowledge of motor mechanism.

Important Dates

Notification Date	19-Sep-2026 (Employment News Publication)
Apply Start	19-Sep-2026
Last Date to Apply	03-Nov-2026
Last Date to Pay Fees Online	Not Applicable (Offline Mode)
Correction Date	Not Applicable
Admit Card Release Date	Will be intimated to shortlisted candidates
Exam Date	Will be notified on ICG website

Vacancy Details

S.No.	Post Name	Qualification	Total Posts	Salary
1	Store Keeper Grade II	12th Pass + 1 Year Experience	01 (EWS)	₹19,900 - 63,200 (Level 2)
2	Engine Driver	Matriculation + Certificate of Competency	01 (SC)	₹25,500 - 81,100 (Level 4)
3	Lascar	Matriculation + 3 Years Experience	01 (EWS)	₹18,000 - 56,900 (Level 1)
4	Civilian Motor Transport Driver (OG)	10th Pass + Valid Driving License + 2 Years Experience	01 (OBC)	₹19,900 - 63,200 (Level 2)
5	MTS (Peon)	Matriculation + 2 Years Experience	01 (OBC)	₹18,000 - 56,900 (Level 1)
6	MTS (Chowkidar)	Matriculation + 2 Years Experience	01 (OBC)	₹18,000 - 56,900 (Level 1)

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Selection Process

1. Scrutiny of Applications
2. Document Verification
3. Biometric Verification
4. Written Examination (80 Objective Questions, 1 Hour, No Negative Marking)
5. Trade Test (where applicable)
6. Merit List Publication

Paper	Topics	Marks
Written Exam	General Knowledge, Mathematics, General English, Questions on relevant trade	80

Apply Process

1. Download the prescribed application format (Annexure-1) from the official notification.
2. Fill the form in English or Hindi. Affix a self-attested colour photograph.
3. Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents (Photo ID, Marksheets, Category Certificate, Experience Certificate, NOC if applicable, 2 Passport Photos).
4. Enclose a separate blank envelope with Rs. 50/- postal stamp pasted, addressed to yourself.
5. Superscribe the envelope in BOLD letters: "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ________" and category (UR/EWS/OBC/SC/ST).
6. Send the complete application by Ordinary Post only to: Headquarters Coast Guard Region (West), Alexander Graham Bell Road, PO Malabar Hill, Mumbai 400006.
7. Ensure the application reaches before 03 Nov 2026.

Important Links

Official Notification	PDF Link
Official Website	Apply Here
Social	WhatsApp Channel WhatsApp Group
Messaging	Telegram Group YouTube Channel
Social	Facebook Page Instagram Page X (Twitter) Account

Note: Always verify details in the official notification before applying.