Indian Coast Guard Engine Driver Recruitment 2026

📋 Job Description

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.

✅ 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.

🏆 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.

📊 Key Information

Organization	Indian Coast Guard, Headquarters Coast Guard Region (A&N)
Location / State	All India
Job Location	Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Category Eligibility	Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
Experience Required	Desirable: Two years of service as Sarang on a vessel of over 400 Boat Horse Power.
Last Date to Apply	11 August 2026

📊 ICG Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Engine Driver	1
Total	1

📁 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.

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

1 vacancy for the post of Engine Driver under the EWS category.
Vacancy count is subject to variation by the Indian Coast Guard.

💰 Salary & Allowances

Pay Level-04 (Pay Matrix) as per General Central Service, Group 'C', Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial posts.
Exact monthly pay figure not specified; refer to official Pay Level-04 matrix for details.

💳 Application Fee Details

No application fee required.
Enclose a blank self-addressed envelope with Rs. 50/- postal stamp for communication.

✍️ How to Apply

Fill the application form in English or Hindi as per the format given in Annexure-I.
Affix a self-attested colour photograph on the form.
Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents (originals not to be sent).
Enclose the blank self-addressed envelope with Rs. 50/- postal stamp.
Superscribe the envelope in BOLD letters with 'APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ENGINE DRIVER' and the category applied for (EWS).
Send the complete application by ordinary post only to: The Commander, Coast Guard Region (A&N), Post Box No. 716, Haddo (PO), Sri Vijaya Puram - 744102, Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
Ensure the application reaches within 45 days from the date of publication in Employment News and no later than 11 August 2026.

⚠️ Important Instructions

Applications sent after the last date will be rejected.
Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected.
No TA/DA will be provided for attending the selection process.
Candidates must bring original documents plus two self-attested photocopy sets for document verification.
Biometric verification will be conducted at every stage of the selection process.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for the Indian Coast Guard Engine Driver post?

A. 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?

A. 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?

A. 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?

A. 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?

A. No application fee is mentioned in the notification. However, candidates must enclose a blank envelope with a Rs. 50/- postal stamp, addressed to themselves.