Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Navik 2023: Application Extended, Exam Date & Eligibility

Indian Coast Guard Navik 2023: Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has released ICG Navik admit card 2023 for 02/2023 batch on March 16, 2023. The application process of ICG Navik 2023 closed on February 19, 2023. ICG Navik application form was released on February 6, 2023. The notification was released on January 21, 2023. A total of 255 vacancies were announced for ICG Navik 2023. 

Indian Coast Guard (ICG) releases notification two times a year for recruitment to the post of Navik (General Duty) and Navik (Domestic Branch). The educational qualification required for Navik General Duty is a Class 12 pass with Maths and Physics. The educational qualification for Navik Domestic Branch is a Class 10 pass from an education board recognized by Council of Boards for School Education (COBSE). 

Indian Coast Guard Recruitment

Indian Coast Guard Recruitment Exam is one of the most awaited examinations for the candidates who desire to join Indian Coast Guard as Navik, Yantrik, or Assistant Commandant. Indian Coast Guard holds various national-level recruitment exams every year for these posts. The recruitments are solely based on merit, as there is no backdoor entry for Indian Coast Guard recruitment. Candidates must meet prescribed eligibility parameters to apply for these exams.

Indian Coast Guard notifications for these exams are released on the official website of Indian Coast Guard (ICG), the rest of the processes are also conducted online. However, the exams are conducted offline. The selection process includes several phases-a written test followed by a Physical Fitness Test (PFT) and Medical Examination. 

Indian Coast Guard Recruitment Highlights 

The highlights related to the Indian Coast Guard exam are given below.

ICG Navik Notification 2023

ICG Navik notification 2023 is available now. The notification has been released in PDF form and comprises details such as exam dates, application process, eligibility, exam pattern syllabus, etc. Candidates must read the notification before applying for the exam. 

Download here ICG Navik Notification 2023 for 02/2023 batch

Indian Coast Guard Navik Eligibility Criteria

These are the eligibility criteria for Indian Coast Guard Navik:

Age

The age limit for the posts is between 18 and 22 years. Candidates must have born between September 1, 2001 to August 31, 2005 (both dates inclusive)

Relaxation in the upper age limit of of 5 years (SC/ST) and 3 years (OBC (non-creamy) are provided to candidates.

Educational Qualification

• Navik (General Duty): Passed Class 12 with Maths and Physics from an education board recognized by Council of Boards for School Education (COBSE)
• Navik (Domestic Branch): Passed Class 10 from an education board recognized by Council of Boards for School Education (COBSE).

Indian Coast Guard Selection Process for Navik DB & GD

The selection process for Indian Coast Guard Navik (DB & GD) is divided into the following stages:

Stage-I: This stage will be a written exam that will happen for all posts.

Stage-II: Based on the performance in the Stage- I, candidates will be called for Stage-II that will include Physical Fitness Test (pass/fail), Document verification (pass/fail), Re-assessment of Inconsistent Performers (pass/fail), Initial Medicals Examination.

Stage-III: Based on the performance in Stage-I & Stage-II, an all India merit list will be prepared and e-admit card for Stage-III (final medicals at INS Chilka) will be issued as per the vacancies available and ratio decided by ICG.

Stage-IV: This stage is conducted for candidates who clear Stage III and stand on merit as per vacancies available are provisionally shortlisted for training at INS Chilka.

Indian Coast Guard Exam Centres 2023

Candidates are required to give preferences of five exam cities while filling the application form for Stage I & II exams. Candidates are required to fill first choice within 30 Kms from the present/communication residence. If no examination city is within 30 Km from the current address then the nearest examination city from current address has to be the first choice of the candidate.

Also Read: ICG Navik Exam Centres

Indian Coast Guard Navik Syllabus 2023

The level of the Indian Coast Guard Navik syllabus is of Class 10 and 12 standards. The written exam includes several topics such as English, Mathematics, Physics, Basic Chemistry, Reasoning, Current Affairs and Quantitative Aptitude.

Indian Coast Guard Navik Exam Pattern 2023

The Indian Coast Guard Navik exam pattern is such that it is divided into five stages. The exam pattern for each stage is explained below:

Stage I: In Stage I, there are two sections and it is conducted in computer based mode. Candidates who have opted for Navik (DB) are required to attempt section I which comprises Maths, Science, English, Reasoning and GK. The standard of the syllabus is of Class 10th level. Maximum marks allotted to the test are 60. Candidates who have opted for Navik (GD) are required to appear for both section I and II. The section I is same as Navik (DB). Section II comprises questions from Maths and Physics and marks allotted to the test are 50. The exam is of objective type, questions are asked in MCQs format

Stage II: Those who qualify the written test is asked to appear for Stage II that comprises Physical Fitness Test (PFT), document verification and initial medical exam. The duration of Stage II is for 1 to 2 days. The PFT consists of running, squat ups and push ups. This is qualifying in nature. The pattern of PFT is given below:

• 6 Km run to be completed in 7 minutes
• 20 Squat ups (Uthak Baithak).
• 10 Push-ups
• Candidates should wear comfortable sport rigs during PFT such as shoes, t-shirts, trousers, etc.

In the document verification, all the original documents such as grade X/XII/ Diploma mark sheet/photo Identity card/caste certificate/individual subject and aggregate marks will be verified.

In the initial medical exam, the medical officer may put the candidates as permanently unfit or temporarily unfit. The candidate can appeal on the finding of the initial medical examination within 21 days if permanently unfit or within 42 days if temporarily unfit.

Parameters for Medical Exam

Stage III: The Stage III comprises final document verification and medical exam at INS Chilka. The duration of this stage is one to two days.

Stage IV: The candidates who clear Stage III and stand in merit as per the vacancies available are provisionally shortlisted for training at INS Chilka.

Indian Coast Guard Preparation Tips 2023

The tips and tricks to crack Indian Coast Guard Navik exam are given below:

• Prepare a proper study routine
• Chalk out the important topics from the previous years' question papers
• Cover all the topics given in the syllabus
• Solve previous years' question papers
• Attempt mock tests

Also Read: ICG Preparation Tips 2023

Indian Coast Guard Navik Result 2023

ICG Navik result 2023 for 02/2023 batch will be announced online. To check result, candidates need to enter email ID and password. Qualified candidates in the exam receives message that reads, "Congratulations…!! You are shortlisted for Stage II". 

Indian Coast Guard Navik Cut off 2023

Indian Coast Guard Cut off 2023 is released along with the result. ICG cut off for 01/2023 batch was 80 out of 110 for General category, 77 for OBC, 74 for EWS. The cut off for General DB was 51.

Indian Coast Guard Navik Admit Card 2023

Indian Coast Guard Admit Card for Navik posts is released two to three days before the exam date. Candidates can download their admit cards by logging with the required credentials. Candidates need to bring the following documents while appearing for the exam:

• Print out of Indian Coast Guard Admit Card 
• Original Class 10 marksheet
• Valid original Photo ID as submitted in application/ mentioned in E-admit card
• Two passport size colour photograph with similar facial features as uploaded in the online application

Indian Coast Guard Navik Vacancies 2023

The vacancy break-up of Indian Coast Guard Navik Post for 02/2023 batch is given below:

Indian Coast Guard Navik Salary

The salary of Indian Coast Guard Navik is given below:

• After joining, a Navik in Indian Coast Guard will be entitled to get a basic pay of INR 21,700 (Pay Level-3) plus DA and other allowances (based on nature of duty/location of posting)
• A Navik can be promoted upto the rank of Pradhan Adhikari with a pay scale INR 47,600 (Pay Level-8) with Dearness Allowance
• Apart from basic pay and allowances, a Navik is entitled to get free ration, clothing, medical treatment, government accommodation for self and family on nominal rate, canteen, and various loan facilities
• After retirement, they can avail ECHS medical facilities