Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2024 Apply Online for Navik (GD) & Yantrik 320 Posts 01/2025

Candidates must have passed Class 12th with Maths and Physics from a COBSE recognized board to be eligible for the Navik (General Duty) post. For the Yantrik post, candidates need to have passed Class 10th from a COBSE board and possess a 3 or 4 year AICTE approved Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics/Telecommunication (Radio/Power) Engineering. Alternatively, candidates can also apply with Class 10th & 12th pass from COBSE and a 2 or 3 year AICTE Diploma in the above mentioned streams. It is mandatory to fill in the marks of all subjects accurately as mentioned in the mark sheets while applying online, as incorrect or incomplete filling will lead to cancellation of candidature. Candidates must also bring the original or provisional diploma certificate during the recruitment stages as per the instructions provided.

The promotion prospects for the enrolled personnel include up to the rank of Pradhan Adhikari/Pradhan Sahayak Engineer with a pay scale of Rs. 47,600/- (Pay Level 8), along with an additional Yantrik pay of Rs. 6,200/- for Yantriks. The selection for Officer cadre is subject to suitability and performance. Other key benefits include free ration, clothing, and medical treatment for the candidate and their family, as well as government accommodation and retirement benefits like Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) and Gratuity.

Navik (GD) Vacancies

Yantrik Vacancies

The Indian Coast Guard has announced the tentative vacancies for the Navik (GD) and Yantrik posts for the 01/2025 intake. The vacancies for Navik (GD) are region-wise, including the North region, covering Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, NCT of Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Chandigarh, with a total of 77 vacancies. The West region, which includes Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Goa, Dadar & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, and Lakshadweep, has 66 vacancies. The North East region, consisting of Bihar, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Assam, Tripura, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Sikkim, and Orissa, has 68 vacancies. The East region, covering Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry, has 34 vacancies. The North West region, which is only Gujarat, has 12 vacancies. Lastly, the Andaman & Nicobar region, covering the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, has 3 vacancies. For the Yantrik posts, a total of 60 vacancies are available at the all-India level, distributed across Mechanical (33), Electrical (18), and Electronics (9). These vacancies are tentative and subject to change.

The written exam for the Indian Coast Guard Navik (GD) & Yantrik (01/2025) Recruitment 2024 will have 5 sections testing candidates on subjects like Maths, Science, English, Reasoning, GK, Electrical, Electronics, and Mechanical Engineering. The total marks are 260, and the passing marks are 30 for UR/EWS/OBC and 27 for SC/ST categories. After the written exam, shortlisted candidates will undergo an Ability Test to assess their technical skills and aptitude. This will be followed by a rigorous Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Fitness Test (PFT) which includes a 1.6 km run, 10 push-ups, and 10 sit-ups. Candidates must meet the minimum physical standards to qualify for the next stage of document verification, interview, and medical examination. The selection process is highly competitive, and candidates are advised to thoroughly prepare for each stage to increase their chances of getting selected in the Indian Coast Guard.

• Online Application: Candidates must apply online on the official website joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in from June 13 to July 3, 2024. They need to fill in the application form, upload documents, and pay the application fee.
• Written Exam: Eligible candidates will appear for a written exam on October 13, 2024. The exam will test their knowledge in subjects like English, Physics, Mathematics, and General Awareness.
• Physical Fitness Test (PFT): Candidates who clear the written exam will undergo a Physical Fitness Test which includes a 1.6 km run, 10 push-ups, and 10 sit-ups.
• Document Verification: All original documents will be verified to confirm the candidate's eligibility.
• Interview: Shortlisted candidates will face an interview round.
• Medical Examination: Candidates will undergo a thorough medical examination to check their physical and mental fitness as per ICG standards.
• Merit List: A final merit list will be prepared based on the candidate's performance in all stages. Selected candidates will be enrolled as Navik (GD) or Yantrik in the Indian Coast Guard.

• Visit the official website joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in
• Click on the "Apply Online" link for the Navik (GD) & Yantrik posts
• Register and create an account
• Fill in the application form with personal details, educational qualifications, and other required information
• Upload scanned copies of documents like photo, signature, and thumb impression
• Pay the application fee online via debit card, credit card or net banking
• Review and submit the application form
• Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference