Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026: 3 Chargeman Posts – Apply Offline @ indiancoastguard.gov.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

*PwBD reservation is horizontal and accommodated within the total sanctioned strength of 3 posts.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Educational Qualification (Chargeman): A Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or Marine Engineering or Electronics Engineering or Production Engineering from a recognized University / Institution.
• Experience Requirement: Minimum 02 years of experience in the field of hull repair or general engineering and/or in electrical or electronics trades.
• Age Limit: Minimum 18 years and Maximum 30 years as on the notified cut-off date.

Age Relaxation Applicable

• Scheduled Caste (SC) candidates: 5 years relaxation against reserved vacancies.
• PwBD candidates: 10 years relaxation (15 years for SC PwBD candidates).
• Government Servants: Up to 05 years relaxation in accordance with Central Government instructions / orders.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The selection process for Indian Coast Guard Chargeman recruitment is conducted in three sequential stages:

1. Scrutiny of Applications: All received offline applications will be scrutinized for eligibility, qualification, experience, and completeness. Only candidates found eligible after scrutiny will be shortlisted for further stages.
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents at the designated verification venue. Any discrepancy in submitted documents will result in disqualification.
3. Written Examination: All shortlisted and document-verified candidates will appear for a pen-paper based, bilingual (English/Hindi) written examination.

Written Examination Pattern

• Format: Pen-paper based, objective type, bilingual
• Total Questions: 80 (Objective Type)
• Negative Marking: No negative marking
• Duration: 01 Hour
• Subject-wise Distribution:
  • Mathematics – 20 Questions (20 Marks)
  • Science – 20 Questions (20 Marks)
  • General Awareness – 15 Questions (15 Marks)
  • English – 15 Questions (15 Marks)
  • Mental Ability / Reasoning – 10 Questions (10 Marks)

Final merit will be prepared based on combined performance in written examination and document verification. No TA/DA is payable for appearing in the written examination.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

1. Matriculation or equivalent marksheet and certificate (as proof of date of birth)
2. UG / PG / Diploma marksheet and certificate from a recognized University / Institution
3. Experience certificates on official letterhead (minimum 2 years in relevant field)
4. Latest valid category certificate for reserved category candidates (Central Government prescribed format)
5. PwBD certificate issued by a competent medical authority (if applicable)
6. NOC from the employer for candidates presently serving in any government organization (if applicable)
7. Aadhaar Card as identity proof
8. Two latest passport-size colour photographs (one self-attested and affixed on the application form)
9. A separate blank self-addressed envelope with Rs. 50/- postal stamp affixed

Application Submission Instructions

• Application form must be filled in either English or Hindi as per the prescribed format given at Annexure-1 of the official notification.
• Affix a self-attested colour photograph on the application form.
• Enclose photocopies of all required documents, self-attested with name and date. Do not send original certificates.
• Enclose a separate blank self-addressed envelope with a Rs. 50/- postal stamp affixed on it, addressed to yourself.
• The outer envelope must be super-scribed in BOLD letters with: "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF CHARGEMAN" along with the category under which you have applied.
• Send the application by ordinary post only to: The Director General, (For PD (Rectt)), Coast Guard Headquarters, Directorate of Recruitment, C-1, Phase II, Industrial Area, Sector-62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh – 201309.
• The application must be received by the Directorate of Recruitment on or before 24 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions