At a Glance
- Total Vacancies
- 54 Posts
- Eligibility
- Serving Officers in Analogous Posts
- Application Last Date
- Within 60 Days from publication in Employment News
- Application Start Date
- July 2026
- Salary
- Level 6 to Level 11 (₹35,400 – ₹2,08,700)
- Conducting Body
- Indian Coast Guard (ICG)
Quick Summary
Indian Coast Guard has released a notification for 54 Civilian Group 'A' and 'B' posts on a deputation basis. Eligible serving officers can apply offline within 60 days of the advertisement.
Indian Coast Guard (ICG) is a maritime law enforcement and search and rescue agency of India with jurisdiction over its territorial waters, functioning under the Ministry of Defence. Its official recruitment portal is indiancoastguard.gov.in.
Indian Coast Guard Civilian Recruitment 2026 – Overview
The Indian Coast Guard is highly respected for its maritime defense and operational efficiency, consistently attracting experienced personnel for its administrative backbone. The 2026 edition, announced by the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), opens 54 vacancies for Civilian Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ posts on a deputation (ISTC) basis. Offline applications are currently being accepted and must reach the headquarters within 60 days from the date of publication in the Employment News. The available positions include Civilian Staff Officer, Section Officer, Chief Draughtsman, and Assistant. The minimum eligibility requires applicants to be serving officers from Central or State Government departments, with a competitive pay scale ranging from ₹35,400 to ₹2,08,700 under the 7th Pay Commission.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Indian Coast Guard (ICG) |
| Post Type | Civilian Posts (Deputation Basis) |
| Total Vacancies | 54 Posts |
| Pay Scale / Salary | Level 6 to Level 11 (₹35,400 – ₹2,08,700) |
| Application Mode | Offline (Through Proper Channel) |
| Application Start Date | July 2026 |
| Application Last Date | Within 60 Days from publication in Employment News |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Min. Qualification | Serving Officers in Analogous Posts |
| Official Portal | indiancoastguard.gov.in |
Source: Official Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification.
Indian Coast Guard Civilian Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
Candidates applying for deputation posts must ensure their offline applications are forwarded through the proper channel within the stipulated timeframe.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released In | Employment News |
| Application Last Date (Offline) | Within 60 Days from Publication in Employment News |
| Initial Deputation Period | 2 Years |
Indian Coast Guard Civilian Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
The 54 deputation vacancies are spread across various crucial coastal and maritime establishments in India, ranging from Porbandar to Sri Vijaya Puram.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Place(s) of Posting |
|---|---|---|
| Civilian Staff Officer | 1 | Gopalpur (Odisha) |
| Civilian Staff Officer (Logistics) | 3 | Kochi (1), Sri Vijaya Puram (1), Porbandar (1) |
| Section Officer | 6 | Kochi (1), Kavaratti (1), Androth (1), Sri Vijaya Puram (1), Vadinar (1), Frazerganj (1) |
| Chief Draughtsman | 2 | Tuticorin (1), Ratnagiri (1) |
| Personal Assistant | 3 | Porbandar (1), Tuticorin (1), Visakhapatnam (1) |
| Assistant | 39 | Chennai, Visakhapatnam, Karaikal, Mumbai, Beypore, Minicoy, Androth, Vizhinjam, Daman, Karwar, Sri Vijaya Puram, Jakhau, Pipavav, Vadinar |
| Total | 54 Posts |
Indian Coast Guard Civilian Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Since this recruitment is strictly on a deputation basis, open-market candidates are not eligible. Applicants must meet specific service conditions.
Service Eligibility
- Applicants must be serving officers from Central Government or State Government departments.
- Officers must be holding analogous posts on a regular basis in the parent cadre or department.
- Candidates must fulfill the required experience and service conditions specified for the respective feeder grades under the deputation rules.
Age Limit for Indian Coast Guard Civilian Recruitment 2026
As per standard Central Government deputation rules, the maximum age limit for appointment by deputation shall not exceed 56 years as of the closing date of the receipt of applications.
Indian Coast Guard Civilian Recruitment 2026 – Pay Scale & Salary
Selected candidates will continue to draw salaries under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix corresponding to the rank of the deputation post.
Indian Coast Guard Civilian Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
As this is a deputation-based recruitment, there is no preliminary written examination. The selection process involves:
- Document Screening: The recruitment board will scrutinize the forwarded application forms, educational certificates, and service records.
- ACR / APAR Evaluation: The Annual Confidential Reports (ACRs) or Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APARs) for the last five years will be reviewed to evaluate the officer's performance and integrity.
- Vigilance Clearance: Only officers with clean vigilance records and valid integrity certificates will be considered for the final selection.
How to Fill Indian Coast Guard Civilian Offline Form 2026 – Step by Step
Eligible officers must apply through the proper channel using the prescribed offline format. Direct applications will be rejected.
- Download the Application Form: Visit the official website at indiancoastguard.gov.in and download the detailed notification and application proforma.
- Fill the Form: Carefully fill in the prescribed application form with all accurate personal and service details.
- Attach Required Documents: Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, service certificates, vigilance clearance, integrity certificate, and cadre clearance.
- Include Performance Reports: Include the complete ACRs/APARs dossier or attested photocopies covering the last five years of service.
- Forward Through Proper Channel: Ensure the parent department forwards the complete application package to the Directorate of Personnel & CG, Coast Guard Headquarters, National Stadium Complex, New Delhi-110001.
- Meet the Deadline: The application must reach the headquarters within 60 days from the publication date in the Employment News.
Application Mode: Offline | Submit within 60 Days
Indian Coast Guard Civilian Recruitment 2026 – Official Links
| Important Links | Direct Official URL |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Visit Portal |
