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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 2023 Dates
- Indian Coast Guard Recruitment Highlights
- ICG Navik Notification 2023
- Indian Coast Guard Navik Eligibility Criteria
- Indian Coast Guard Selection Process for Navik DB & GD
- Indian Coast Guard Navik Syllabus 2023
- Indian Coast Guard Navik Exam Pattern 2023
- Indian Coast Guard Preparation Tips 2023
- Indian Coast Guard Navik Result 2023
- Indian Coast Guard Navik Cut off 2023
- Indian Coast Guard Navik Admit Card 2023
- Indian Coast Guard Navik Vacancies 2023
- Indian Coast Guard Navik Salary
- FAQs on Indian Coast Guard Recruitment
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 2023 Dates
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of Indian Coast Guard 2023 exam
Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
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Mar '23 | Stage 1 Exam for 02/2023 Batch TENTATIVE |
Mar '23 | Stage 1 Admit Card for 02/2023 batch TENTATIVE |
May '23 | Stage 2 Exam Date for 02/2023 Batch TENTATIVE |
May '23 | Stage 2 Admit Card for 02/2023 Batch TENTATIVE |
Sep '23 | Stage 3 Exam Date for 02/2023 Batch TENTATIVE |
Sep '23 | Stage 3 Admit Card for 02/2023 Batch TENTATIVE |
Dates | Past Exam Dates |
6 Feb '23 - 19 Feb '23 | ICG Navik Application Form for 02/2023 batch |
26 Dec '22 | ICG Navik Result 2023 for Stage 1 |
8 Sep '22 - 24 Sep '22 | ICG Navik Application Form 2023 |
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment Highlights
The highlights related to the Indian Coast Guard exam are given below.
Exam Particulars | Exam Details |
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Exam Name |
Indian Coast Guard Navik exam |
Conducting Body |
Indian Coast Guard |
Exam Level |
National level |
Exam Frequency |
Two times |
Exam Stages |
Stage-I, II, III & IV |
Mode of Exam |
Stage I is conducted in Computer Based Mode |
Posts Offered |
Navik (General Duty & Domestic) |
Exam Fees |
INR 250 (SC/ST candidates are exempted from payment of application fees) |
Pattern of CBT |
Section I: Navik (DB) Section I & II: Navik (GD) |
Exam Duration |
Section I: 45 mins Section II: 30 mins |
No. of Papers and Total Marks |
Section I: 60 (Five papers) Section II: 50 (Two papers) |
Total Questions |
Section I: 60 Section II: 50 |
Marking Scheme |
There is no negative marking |
Language/Medium of Exam |
English |
Official Website |
www.joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in |
Contact Details |
Regarding Eligibility, Advertisement and Selection Procedure: 0120-2201340 For Stage II & III: 0120-2201316 Regarding Online Registration, Payment Issues, E-Admit Card: 020-25503108/ 020-25503109 |
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
Indian Coast Guard Navik Medical Examination Parameters |
Salient Features |
---|---|
Height |
Minimum height has to be 157 cms. |
Chest |
Well-proportioned chest with minimum expansion of 5 cms. |
Weight |
Proportionate to height and age + 10 percentage acceptable |
Hearing |
Normal |
Visual Standard |
6/6 (Better Eye) and 6/9 (Worse Eye) (Candidates using glasses are not eligible) |
Tattoo |
Permanent tattoos on any part of the body are not allowed |
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:
Post | Vacancies |
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Navik DB | 225 |
Navik GD | 30 |
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
FAQs on Indian Coast Guard Recruitment
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