ICG Recruitment 2025 | Eligibility, Salary & Benefits
Job Description
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) is a key maritime security force in India, tasked with safeguarding the nation’s maritime interests, protecting coastal zones, and enforcing maritime law. It conducts specialized recruitment drives to bring in capable personnel—including those qualified in technical trades and general duties—to strengthen its workforce.
Job Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Position(s) | Navik (General Duty, Domestic Branch), Yantrik (Technical Trade) |
| Vacancies | 630 across both streams |
| Application Timeline | Started June 18, 2025; Deadline—July 3, 2025 |
| Salary Range |
Navik – ₹21,700/month (Level 3) Yantrik – ₹29,200/month (Level 5) plus DA and allowances |
Job Responsibilities
- Performing essential naval duty tasks (Navik) or working in technical operations like engineering systems (Yantrik)
- Maintaining operational readiness, equipment safety, and maritime surveillance
- Participating in search and rescue missions, enforcement actions, and port operations
- Undertaking training, documentation, and administrative tasks as required
Eligibility Criteria
- Navik (General Duty): 10th pass (basics) or 12th diploma
- Yantrik (Technical): Diploma in engineering or equivalent
- Age Limit (Approximate): 18–22 years
- Relaxations: Applicable for SC/ST, OBC per official norms
- Additional physical standards and medical fitness benchmarks are detailed in the official notification.
Required Skills
- For Navik roles: physical fitness, basic maritime awareness, discipline, teamwork
- For Yantrik roles: technical proficiency in relevant engineering trade, troubleshooting aptitude, attention to detail
- Strong oral communication and willingness to work in maritime environments
Salary
| Position | Salary & Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Navik (General Duty) | ₹21,700/month (Level 3) |
| Yantrik (Technical Trade) | ₹29,200/month (Level 5) plus applicable DA and other allowances |
Benefits
- Allowances: DA, House Rent Allowance (where applicable), Uniform Allowance, etc.
- Service Benefits: Pension (for long-term service), medical care, travel concessions, and leave entitlements
- Career Growth: Opportunities for promotions and specialised training within ICG
- Patriotic Service: Be part of India’s frontline coastal defense initiative and serve the nation
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