Store Keeper, Engine Driver, Lascar, Driver, Peon and Chowkidar
Total Vacancies
6
Post Classification
General Central Service, Group C, Non-Gazetted
Qualification
10th or 12th pass with relevant certificates and experience
Age Limit
18 to 30 years, depending on the post
Selection Process
Application scrutiny, document verification, biometric verification, written examination and trade test where applicable
Application Mode
Offline through ordinary post
Last Date
3 November 2026
Important Dates
Event
Date
Advertisement published in Employment News
19 to 25 September 2026
Last date for receipt of applications
3 November 2026
Indian Coast Guard Vacancy Details
Post Name
Category
Vacancies
Store Keeper Grade II
EWS
1
Engine Driver
SC
1
Lascar
EWS
1
Civilian Motor Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade)
OBC
1
MTS (Peon)
OBC
1
MTS (Chowkidar)
OBC
1
Total
6
Post-Wise Qualification and Experience
1. Store Keeper Grade II
Educational Qualification
Class 12 pass from a recognised board or university
Experience
One year of experience in handling stores in a recognised firm, Central or State Government organisation or Public Sector Undertaking
2. Engine Driver
Educational Qualification
Matriculation from a recognised board or equivalent
Professional Certificate
Certificate of Competency as Engine Driver from a recognised government institute or equivalent
Desirable Experience
Two years of service as Sarang on a vessel of more than 400 Boat Horse Power
3. Lascar
Educational Qualification
Matriculation or equivalent from a recognised board
Experience
Three years of experience in service on a boat
4. Civilian Motor Transport Driver
Educational Qualification
Class 10 pass
Driving Licence
Valid driving licence for both heavy and light motor vehicles
Other Requirement
Knowledge of motor mechanisms and the ability to remove minor vehicle defects
Experience
At least two years of experience in driving motor vehicles
5. MTS (Peon)
Educational Qualification
Matriculation or equivalent pass
Experience
Two years of experience as an office attendant
6. MTS (Chowkidar)
Educational Qualification
Matriculation or equivalent pass
Experience
Two years of experience as a Chowkidar in a recognised institution or organisation
Post-Wise Age Limit
Post Name
Age Limit
Store Keeper Grade II
18 to 25 years
Engine Driver
18 to 30 years
Lascar
18 to 30 years
Civilian Motor Transport Driver
18 to 27 years
MTS (Peon)
18 to 27 years
MTS (Chowkidar)
18 to 27 years
Age Relaxation
SC candidates applying against the reserved Engine Driver vacancy: five years
OBC Non-Creamy Layer candidates applying against reserved vacancies: three years
Government servants applying for Store Keeper Grade II and Lascar: up to 40 years
Other age relaxation will be provided according to Central Government instructions.
Indian Coast Guard Group C Salary
Post Name
Pay Level
Pay Scale
Store Keeper Grade II
Level 2
Rs.19,900-63,200
Engine Driver
Level 4
Rs.25,500-81,100
Lascar
Level 1
Rs.18,000-56,900
Civilian Motor Transport Driver
Level 2
Rs.19,900-63,200
MTS (Peon)
Level 1
Rs.18,000-56,900
MTS (Chowkidar)
Level 1
Rs.18,000-56,900
Selection Process
The Indian Coast Guard Group C selection process will include the following stages:
Scrutiny of applications
Shortlisting of eligible candidates
Document verification
Biometric verification
Written examination
Trade test, where applicable
Preparation of the final merit list
Admit cards will be issued to shortlisted candidates for document verification and the written examination.
Written Examination Pattern
Examination Mode
Pen-and-paper examination
Duration
One hour
Number of Questions
80 objective-type questions
Total Marks
80 marks
Marks per Correct Answer
One mark
Negative Marking
No negative marking
Question Paper Language
Bilingual
Written Examination Syllabus
General Knowledge
Mathematics
General English
Questions related to the relevant trade
Qualifying Marks
Category
Minimum Qualifying Marks
General, OBC and EWS
50%
SC and ST
45%
Candidates qualifying in the written examination will be shortlisted for the trade test wherever applicable. The merit list will be prepared according to marks obtained in the written examination.
Documents Required
Candidates must attach self-attested photocopies of the following documents:
Valid photo identity proof
Matriculation marksheet and certificate
Class 12, undergraduate, postgraduate or diploma certificates, as applicable
Latest SC, ST, OBC or EWS certificate, where applicable
Relevant experience certificates
No Objection Certificate for candidates presently serving in a government organisation
Two recent passport-size colour photographs
Separate self-addressed blank envelope with a Rs.50 postal stamp affixed
All documents must have been issued on or before the closing date of 3 November 2026. Original certificates should not be sent with the application.
How to Apply for Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026
Download the prescribed application form provided with the recruitment notification.
Fill in the application form in English or Hindi.
Affix a recent self-attested colour photograph in the prescribed place.
Attach self-attested copies of all required certificates.
Attach two recent passport-size colour photographs.
Enclose a self-addressed blank envelope with a Rs.50 postal stamp affixed.
Write the post name and category clearly on the application envelope.
Send the completed application through ordinary post to the prescribed address.
Ensure that the application reaches the authority by 3 November 2026.
Application Address
Headquarters
Coast Guard Region (West)
Alexander Graham Bell Road
PO Malabar Hill
Mumbai – 400006
Envelope Superscription
The envelope containing the application must be superscribed in bold letters as:
“APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF __________”
The candidate must also mention the applicable category, such as EWS, OBC Non-Creamy Layer, SC, ST or UR, on the envelope.
Important Instructions
The application must be sent through ordinary post only.
Incomplete applications will be rejected.
Applications without the prescribed photograph or self-attested documents will be rejected.
Applications containing overwriting, cutting, corrections or incorrect information may be rejected.
The self-addressed envelope with a Rs.50 postal stamp is compulsory.
Government employees must apply through the proper channel and attach an NOC.
Candidates must bring original documents and two sets of self-attested photocopies during document verification.
Selected candidates may initially be posted at any unit under Coast Guard Region (West).
Selected candidates will have all-India transfer liability.
Candidates should regularly visit the Indian Coast Guard website for recruitment updates.
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