Tue Jan 28 13:06:27 UTC 2025: ## Indian Coast Guard Opens Recruitment for Officers and Enrolled Personnel

**New Delhi, [Date]** – The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), a vital maritime security force established in 1977, has announced its annual recruitment drive for various officer and enrolled personnel positions. The ICG plays a crucial role in safeguarding India’s coastal regions and maritime borders, working in conjunction with the Indian Navy and military.

Opportunities exist for both officers and enlisted personnel. Officer positions include Assistant Commandant roles in General Duty (male and female), General Duty (Pilot/Navigator – male), Women-Specific Special Recruitment (female), CPL-Specific Special Recruitment (male/female), and Technical branches (Mechanical, Electrical/Electronics, and Law – male/female). Enrolled personnel recruitment includes Navik (General Duty, Domestic Branch), and Yantrik positions.

Aspiring candidates must successfully navigate a rigorous selection process, comprising a written examination, physical fitness test, document verification, and a medical examination. All selections are merit-based, with recruitment notifications and online applications available on the official ICG website.

Eligibility criteria vary depending on the position. Assistant Commandants (General Duty) require a Bachelor’s degree with 12th-grade Mathematics and Physics, while Assistant Commandants (Technical) need an engineering degree in relevant fields. Yantrik positions require a diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering, while Navik (General Duty) necessitates a 10+2 pass with Mathematics and Physics. Navik (Domestic Branch) requires a Class 10 qualification. Age limits and relaxation for reserved categories are specified for each position.

The written examination patterns differ for various roles. The tests include sections covering Mathematics, Physics, Reasoning, and General Knowledge, with specific subject areas added for technical positions. Detailed syllabi are available on the ICG website.

Successful candidates can expect attractive salaries, ranging from Rs 56,100 per month for an Assistant Commandant to Rs 2,05,400 for a Director General. Further pay details are available on the ICG recruitment portal. Interested individuals are encouraged to visit the official website for complete details on eligibility, application procedures, and the recruitment schedule.

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