The Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released through the latest Employment News inviting applications from eligible officers for 54 various Civilian Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ posts on a deputation (ISTC) basis. Interested candidates must submit their applications within 60 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News.
In this article, we provide the complete details on the Indian Coast Guard Notification 2026, including the vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, selection process, salary, and much more.
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026 Out
The vacancies include Civilian Staff Officer, Civilian Staff Officer (Logistics), Section Officer, Chief Draughtsman, Personal Assistant, and Assistant posts across various Coast Guard establishments in India. The recruitment will be conducted for an initial period of two years, which may be extended as per government rules. The detailed notification and application form are available on the official Indian Coast Guard website @www.indiancoastguard.gov.in.
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruitment Name |
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026 |
| Organization | |
| Post Type |
Civilian Posts (Deputation Basis) |
| Job Location |
Various Coast Guard Establishments Across India |
| Application Mode |
Offline (Through Proper Channel) |
| Notification Status | Released |
| Advertisement Source | |
| Initial Deputation Period | 2 Years |
| Last Date to Apply |
Within 60 Days from Publication in Employment News |
| Official Website |
www.indiancoastguard.gov.in |
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026 Vacancy
A total of 54 deputation vacancies have been announced across six civilian posts.
| Post | No. of Vacancies | |
| Civilian Staff Officer | 1 | |
| 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* |
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the eligibility conditions prescribed in the recruitment notification. Candidates are advised to refer to the detailed notification for post-specific eligibility requirements, once uploaded on the official website.
Educational Qualification
The eligibility varies according to the post. Applicants must possess the educational qualifications and experience prescribed for the respective deputation post under Central Government recruitment rules.
Service Eligibility
Applicants should:
- Be officers from Central Government or State Government departments.
- Be serving in analogous posts or eligible feeder grades as specified under deputation rules.
- Fulfil the required experience and service conditions for the respective post.
How to Apply for Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026?
Eligible officers can apply by following these steps:
- Visit the official Indian Coast Guard website.
- Download the detailed notification and application form.
- Fill in the prescribed application form carefully.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
- Include the complete ACRs/APARs dossier (or attested photocopies of the last five years).
- Forward the application through the proper channel.
- Ensure that the application reaches the Directorate of Personnel & CG, Coast Guard Headquarters, National Stadium Complex, New Delhi-110001 within 60 days from publication of the Employment News advertisement.
Documents Required
Applicants should submit the following documents:
- Duly filled application form
- Educational qualification certificates
- Service certificate
- Vigilance clearance (if applicable)
- Integrity certificate
- Cadre clearance
- ACRs/APARs of the last five years
- Any other documents mentioned in the notification
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026 Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary as per the applicable 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
| Civilian Staff Officer | Level 11 | |
| Civilian Staff Officer (Logistics) | Level 11 | |
| Section Officer | Level 8 | |
| Chief Draughtsman | Level 7 | |
| Personal Assistant | Level 6 | |
| Assistant | Level 6 |