Recruitment for the post of Engine Driver under the Indian Coast Guard for the year 2026.
Vacancy reserved for Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category.
Offline application process with strict adherence to submission guidelines.
Pay Level-04 (Pay Matrix) for selected candidates under General Central Service, Group 'C', Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial posts.
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đ 10th Pass (Matric)
Indian Coast Guard Engine Driver Recruitment 2026
Indian Coast Guard, Headquarters Coast Guard Region (A&N)
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Apply Deadline
11 Aug 2026
đ Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Coast Guard, Headquarters Coast Guard Region (A&N) (ICG) |
| Job Category | Defense |
| Eligibility Qualification | 10th Pass (Matric) (10th-pass) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Pay Level-04 (Pay Matrix) as per General Central Service, Group 'C', Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial posts. |
| Age Limits | 18 to 30 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Desirable: Two years of service as Sarang on a vessel of over 400 Boat Horse Power. |
| Application Fee | No application fee specified. Enclose a blank self-addressed envelope with Rs. 50/- postal stamp. |
đ Details & Description
đ Eligibility Criteria
Matriculation pass (or equivalent) from a recognized Board.
Certificate of Competency as Engine Driver from a recognized Government Institute or equivalent.
Desirable: Two years of service as Sarang on a vessel of over 400 Boat Horse Power.
Age limit: 18 to 30 years as on 11 August 2026.
Age relaxation up to 40 years for Government servants and Ex-Servicemen as per Central Government orders.
Certificate of Competency as Engine Driver from a recognized Government Institute or equivalent.
Desirable: Two years of service as Sarang on a vessel of over 400 Boat Horse Power.
Age limit: 18 to 30 years as on 11 August 2026.
Age relaxation up to 40 years for Government servants and Ex-Servicemen as per Central Government orders.
âī¸ Selection Process
Scrutiny of applications for eligibility and required documents.
Document verification with originals and self-attested photocopies.
Biometric verification (thumb impression and photograph).
Written examination: Pen-paper based, bilingual (English/Hindi), 80 objective-type questions, 1 hour duration.
Written exam covers General English, General Knowledge, Simple Maths, and trade-related topics.
No negative marking in the written exam.
Qualifying skill/trade test for shortlisted candidates (not counted for merit).
Final merit list prepared based on written exam marks.
Document verification with originals and self-attested photocopies.
Biometric verification (thumb impression and photograph).
Written examination: Pen-paper based, bilingual (English/Hindi), 80 objective-type questions, 1 hour duration.
Written exam covers General English, General Knowledge, Simple Maths, and trade-related topics.
No negative marking in the written exam.
Qualifying skill/trade test for shortlisted candidates (not counted for merit).
Final merit list prepared based on written exam marks.
đˇī¸ Category Eligibility & Reservations
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
đ Required Documents
Valid Photo ID proof.
Date of birth proof (Class X Passing Certificate or Birth Certificate).
Matriculation or equivalent marksheet and certificate.
Aadhar Card.
Latest EWS Category certificate as per prescribed format.
Certificate of Competency as Engine Driver from a recognized Government institute or equivalent.
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer, if currently serving in any Government organization.
Two latest passport-size colour photographs.
Date of birth proof (Class X Passing Certificate or Birth Certificate).
Matriculation or equivalent marksheet and certificate.
Aadhar Card.
Latest EWS Category certificate as per prescribed format.
Certificate of Competency as Engine Driver from a recognized Government institute or equivalent.
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer, if currently serving in any Government organization.
Two latest passport-size colour photographs.
đŗ Application Fee Details
No application fee specified.
Enclose a blank self-addressed envelope with Rs. 50/- postal stamp.
Enclose a blank self-addressed envelope with Rs. 50/- postal stamp.
â Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Indian Coast Guard Engine Driver post?
The last date for receipt of applications is 11 August 2026, and applications must reach within 45 days from the date of publication in Employment News.
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Engine Driver post?
There is 1 vacancy, reserved for the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category, and this number is subject to variation.
Q.
What is the educational qualification required for this post?
Candidates need a Matriculation pass (or equivalent) from a recognized Board, along with a Certificate of Competency as Engine Driver from a recognized Government Institute or equivalent.
Q.
What is the age limit for the Engine Driver recruitment?
The age limit is 18 to 30 years, relaxable up to 40 years for Government servants and Ex-Servicemen as per Central Government orders.
Q.
Is there an application fee for this post?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification. However, candidates must enclose a blank envelope with a Rs. 50/- postal stamp, addressed to themselves.