Brief Description:
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has opened online applications for the Assistant Commandant (AC) GD & Technical 01/2027 Batch recruitment drive, offering a total of 170 vacancies across various categories. This recruitment includes openings for General Duty (GD), Technical (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics), and is extended for eligible Indian male candidates. The online application window has been extended until 27 July 2025. Selection will be on the basis of a multi-stage process: Computer-based written exam, Preliminary Selection Board (PSB), Final Selection Board (FSB), Medical, and Police Verification. All official details, eligibility criteria, important dates, vacancy and category wise breakup, exam scheme, application procedure, direct links, and FAQs are presented below for prospective aspirants. |
| Important Dates – ICG AC 01/2027 Batch |
| Notification Date |
08 July 2025 |
| Online Application Start |
08 July 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application |
27 July 2025 (Extended) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment |
27 July 2025 |
| Stage-1 (Written Exam) Admit Card Release |
48–72 Hours Before Exam |
| Stage-1 Written Exam Date |
18 September 2025 |
| Stage-2 & 3 (PSB/FSB) Dates |
To be notified after Stage-1 Result |
| Final Merit List |
Announced after all phases |
| Course Commencement |
01/2027 Batch (early 2027) |
| Category |
Application Fee |
Payment Mode |
| General / OBC / EWS |
₹300/- |
Online: Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, UPI, Mobile Wallet |
| SC / ST |
No Fee |
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| Indian Coast Guard AC 01/2027: Vacancies & Category Wise Details |
| Post |
UR |
EWS |
OBC |
SC |
ST |
| General Duty (GD) |
46 |
10 |
35 |
25 |
24 |
| Technical (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics) |
13 |
02 |
08 |
03 |
04 |
| Grand Total |
170 |
Eligibility Criteria (as on 01 July 2026):
- Age: 21–25 years (as on 01 July 2026). Born between 01 July 2001 and 30 June 2005 (both dates inclusive).
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per Government of India rules for SC/ST/OBC (refer official notification).
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
- Gender: Only male candidates eligible for this batch.
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| Post |
Minimum Educational Qualification |
| General Duty (GD) |
Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with minimum 60% marks aggregate; 10+2 with Maths & Physics as subjects with 60% marks (aggregate). SC/ST/OBC have some relaxations. NIOS & Open Board are not accepted. |
| Technical (Mechanical) |
Engineering degree (Naval Architecture/Mechanical/Marine/Automobile/Mechatronics/Industrial & Production/Metallurgy/Design/Aeronautical/Aerospace) with 60%. 10+2 PCM with 60%. |
| Technical (Electrical/Electronics) |
Engineering degree (Electrical/Electronics/Telecommunication/Instrumentation/Instrumentation & Control/Electronics & Communication/Power Eng. & Power Electronics) with 60%. 10+2 PCM with 60%. Open/Distance/NIOS not accepted. |
Selection Process Overview (ICG AC 01/2027):
- Stage-I: Computer Based Written Examination (CGCAT) – objective test on Reasoning, Maths, Science, GK, English (varies by post).
- Stage-II: Preliminary Selection Board (PSB) – Mental Ability/PI, Screening, Document Verification.
- Stage-III: Final Selection Board (FSB) – Psychological Test, Group Task, Interview.
- Stage-IV: Medical Examination at authorized military hospitals.
- Stage-V: Police Verification & Final Medical at Training Academy.
Each stage is qualifying and non-qualifiers are not permitted to proceed to next. |
| CGCAT Computer Based Exam Pattern |
| Duration |
2 hours (120 minutes) |
| Type of Questions |
Objective Type (MCQs) |
| Total Questions |
100 questions |
| Total Marks |
400 (4 marks per question) |
| Negative Marking |
-1 for every wrong answer |
| Subjects (GD Branch) |
English, Reasoning & Numerical Ability, General Science & Mathematical Aptitude, General Knowledge (all 25 questions each) |
| Subjects (Tech Branch) |
English (20), Reasoning & Numerical Ability (20), General Science & Mathematical Aptitude (60) |
How to Apply – Stepwise Guide
- Visit the official portal: joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill the detailed application form with all personal, academic, and category details.
- Upload recent passport size photograph, signature, and scanned documents.
- Pay the applicable fee online using safe payment modes.
- Review all details and submit your application.
- Download and save the confirmation page & payment receipt for future reference.
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Required Documents (to be uploaded online):
- Passport size color photo (recent)
- Signature (black ink, scanned image)
- 10th & 12th Marksheet, Graduation Marksheet/Degree Certificate
- Category/community certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile certificate (if applicable)
- Other certificates as per eligibility and notification
Documents must be clear, readable, and as per size/upload guidelines. Incorrect/incomplete forms will be summarily rejected. |
Admit Card & Results Information:
- Admit Card: Download from the official portal 48-72 hours before exam date. Use application credentials for login.
- Result: Stage-wise results (Stage-1, PSB, FSB, Final Merit) to be published on joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in. Check regularly post exam stages for latest lists and merit updates.
- Score Card: Accessible using candidate login on official ICG portal after the declaration of each stage’s result.
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Salary, Rank & Allowances
- Initial Rank : Assistant Commandant (Group A Gazetted Officer)
- Pay Scale : ₹56,100 per month (Level 10) + DA, Military Allowances, MSP, and benefits as per 7th CPC
- Increments/Promotions : As per ICG regulations and Ministry of Defence orders
- Other Benefits : Accommodation, Medical, Pension (NPS), Insurance, Leave, CSD, and adventure/sports facilities
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
- Q1: What is the last date to apply for Indian Coast Guard AC 01/2027 Batch?
- A: 27 July 2025. (Extended from earlier closing date.)
- Q2: Can female candidates apply for the ICG AC (01/2027) batch?
- A: For 01/2027, only male candidates are eligible (check each new notification for updates on gender eligibility).
- Q3: Is there an age relaxation for reserved category candidates?
- A: Yes, as per government rules. OBC, SC, ST candidates have additional upper age relaxations.
- Q4: What is the mode of fee payment?
- A: Only online payments are accepted via debit/credit cards, net banking, IMPS, UPI, and wallets.
- Q5: When will the admit card be released?
- A: Admit card downloads are available 2-3 days before Stage-1 exam (i.e., from approximately 15-16 September 2025).
- Q6: Where can I check the ICG Assistant Commandant result & merit list?
- A: On the official application portal (joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in) after each selection stage.
- Q7: What is the training period and location after selection?
- A: Selected candidates will undergo Basic Training at Indian Coast Guard Academy, followed by specialist and sea training, as per official Academy rules.
- Q8: Can I use an open/NIOS/Distance degree to apply?
- A: No. NIOS/Open School/Distance degrees are not accepted for this recruitment.
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Best of luck to all Indian Coast Guard AC 01/2027 Batch applicants!
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