Headquarters, Coast Guard Region (A&N), Sri Vijaya Puram Recruitment 2026

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Matriculation pass (or its equivalent) from a recognized Board, along with a Certificate of Competency as Engine Driver from a recognized Government Institute or equivalent.

Pay Level-04 (Pay Matrix)

18 to 30 years, calculated as on the last date of receipt of applications, i.e., 11 August 2026. Age relaxation is available up to 40 years for Government servants, as well as for Ex-Servicemen, in accordance with orders issued by the Central Government.

Two years of service as Sarang on a vessel of over four hundred Boat Horse Power.

Matriculation pass (or its equivalent) from a recognized Board, along with a Certificate of Competency as Engine Driver from a recognized Government Institute or equivalent.

Fill the application form in English or Hindi, strictly 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 are 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, i.e., 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.

Scrutiny of Applications - All applications are checked against the eligibility criteria and required documents; admit cards are issued only to shortlisted candidates. Document Verification - Shortlisted candidates must bring original documents plus two self-attested photocopy sets, as instructed in their admit card, before appearing for the written exam. Biometric Verification - Thumb impression and photograph are captured during initial document verification and re-verified at every subsequent stage, including at the time of joining. Written Examination - A pen-paper based, one-hour, bilingual exam with 80 objective-type questions covering General English, General Knowledge, Simple Maths, and relevant trade questions. Each correct answer carries one mark, and there is no negative marking. Skill/Trade Test - Only candidates who qualify the written exam are called for this test, which is qualifying in nature (not counted for merit). Merit List - Prepared strictly based on marks obtained in the written examination and published on the official Indian Coast Guard website along with further instructions. 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 the format in Annexure-II Certificate of Competency as Engine Driver from a recognized Government institute or equivalent No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer, if presently serving in any Government organization Two latest passport-size colour photographs Note: All documents must be dated on or before 11 August 2026, and this same date is also the crucial date for determining age, educational qualification, and EWS category eligibility.

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