📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
- Recruiting Body: Indian Coast Guard Region (West), Ministry of Defence
- Advertisement No: CGRHQ(WEST)/01/2026
- Total Vacancies: 6
- Post Names: Store Keeper Grade II, Engine Driver, Lascar, Civilian Motor Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade), MTS (Peon), MTS (Chowkidar)
- Employment Nature: Permanent (General Central Service, Group ‘C’)
- Application Mode: Offline (Ordinary Post)
- Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 03 Nov 2026
- Application Address: Headquarters, Coast Guard Region (West), Alexander Graham Bell Road, PO Malabar Hill, Mumbai 400006
- Application Fee: NIL (No fee required)
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Store Keeper Grade II | 1 | 18 to 25 years | Rs. 19,900 - Rs. 63,200 (Pay Level 2) |
| Engine Driver | 1 | 18 to 30 years | Rs. 25,500 - Rs. 81,100 (Pay Level 4) |
| Lascar | 1 | 18 to 30 years | Rs. 18,000 - Rs. 56,900 (Pay Level 1) |
| Civilian Motor Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade) | 1 | 18 to 27 years | Rs. 19,900 - Rs. 63,200 (Pay Level 2) |
| MTS (Peon) | 1 | 18 to 27 years | Rs. 18,000 - Rs. 56,900 (Pay Level 1) |
| MTS (Chowkidar) | 1 | 18 to 27 years | Rs. 18,000 - Rs. 56,900 (Pay Level 1) |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Store Keeper Grade II: 12th pass from a recognized Board or University with one year’s experience in handling stores from any recognized firm, Central or State Government organization, or Public Sector Undertaking.
- Engine Driver: Matriculation from a recognized Board or equivalent with a Certificate of competency as Engine Driver from a recognized Government institute. Desirable: Two years service as Sarang on a vessel of over four hundred Boat Horse power.
- Lascar: Matriculation pass or equivalent with three years experience in service on a Boat.
- Civilian Motor Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade): 10th standard pass with valid driving license for heavy and light motor vehicles, knowledge of motor mechanism, and at least two years experience in driving motor vehicles.
- MTS (Peon): Matriculation or equivalent pass with two years experience as office attendant.
- MTS (Chowkidar): Matriculation or equivalent pass with two years experience as Chowkidar in any recognized institution or organization.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
The selection process includes Scrutiny of Applications, Document Verification, Biometric Verification, and a Written Examination. The written examination is pen-paper based with a duration of one hour, consisting of 80 objective type questions (one mark each, no negative marking). Qualifying marks are 50% for General/EWS/OBC candidates and 45% for SC/ST candidates. Merit is based solely on written examination marks. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the selection process.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth.
- All Educational Qualification Certificates and Mark Sheets (12th/Matriculation as applicable).
- Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (as per post requirements).
- Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable).
- Two recent passport-size photographs & Self-attested copies of all documents.
- Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN).
Applications must be sent by ordinary post to the address specified, with a blank envelope bearing a Rs. 50/- postal stamp addressed to the candidate. Super-scribe the envelope with 'APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ________' and category.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the last date to apply? The last date for receipt of applications is 03 Nov 2026.
- How can I apply? Download the application format from the official website, fill it in English or Hindi, attach self-attested documents, and send it by ordinary post to Headquarters, Coast Guard Region (West), Mumbai.
- Is there an application fee? No application fee is required, but enclose a blank envelope with Rs. 50/- postal stamp.
- What is the employment nature? These are permanent Group ‘C’ civilian posts under the General Central Service.
- What is the salary range? Salaries range from Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 81,100 per month based on the Pay Level of the post.