What is Indian Coast Guard Navik exam pattern?

The structure of Indian Coast Guard Navik is given below. Indian Coast Guard Navik Exam Pattern 2025-Section I Subject Total Questions Total Marks Total Time Passing Marks Mathematics 20 20 45 minutes 30 (UR/EWS/OBC category), 27 (for SC/ST category) Science 10 10 English 15 15 Reasoning 10 10 GK 5 5 Total 60 60 Indian Coast Guard Navik Exam Pattern 2025-Section 2 Subject Total Questions Total Marks Total Time Passing Marks Mathematics 25 25 30 minutes 20 (UR/EWS/ OBC category), 17 (for SC/ST category) Physics 25 25 Total 50 50

What are the passing marks in ICG Navik exam?

The minimum marks to pass the ICG Navik exam are SL. Name Of Examination Details of Examination Passing Marks (a) Section I Maximum Marks – 60 Time – 45 mins. Total no. of Questions – 60 30 (UR/EWS/ OBC category) 27 (for SC/ST category) (b) Section II Maximum Marks – 50 Time – 30 mins. Total no. of Questions – 50 20 (UR/EWS/ OBC category) 17 (for SC/ST category) (c) Section III Maximum Marks – 50 Time – 30 mins. Total no. of Questions – 50 20 (UR/EWS/ OBC category) 17 (for SC/ST category) (d) Section IV Maximum Marks – 50 Time – 30 mins. Total no. of Questions – 50 20 (UR/EWS/ OBC category) 17 (for SC/ST category) (e) Section V Maximum Marks – 50 Time – 30 mins. Total no. of Questions – 50 20 (UR/EWS/ OBC category) 17 (for SC/ST category)

Is there any negative marking for Navik (GD/DB)/ Yantrik exam?

There are no negative marks in Indian Coast Guard Navik exam. Candidates need to secure the overall marks in the exam. There are also qualifying marks in the exam. Candidates are also required to secure the cut off marks in the exam as decided by the examination authority.

What is the ICG examination fee? Is there any waiver of fee for SC/ST candidates?

The application/examination fee for UR/EWS/OBC (Non creamy) candidates is Rs. 300/-. SC/ST candidates are exempted from paying the application/examination fee. The applicants can pay the examination fee by Credit/debit card/net banking of all banks.

Can I apply for all the posts of Indian Coast Guard Navik?

All the candidates can apply for only one post. Otherwise, will be cancelled and fee will not be refunded.

How to prepare for ICG Navik exam?

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 2025

Is there any normalisation formula applied for marks obtained in ICG Stage-I?

Yes, normalisation formula is applied for ICG exams In order to rationalise the marks scored by candidates appearing in different shifts in an objective manner through a statistical method. Before declaration of result, marks scored by candidates will be normalised as per the formula. However, merit will be prepared on the basis of normalized marks of the candidates.

How often will I get promoted after cracking ICG Navik exam?

The promotion till the rank of a 'Uttam Navik' is on a time scale basis. The promotion to Pradhan Navik and above is vacancy based. All promotions are subject to your clearing the required qualification course /exams on time and meeting the sea service, physical and medical requirement for your branch.

is ICG Notification 2026 released?

Indian Coast Guard notification 2026 for 01/2026 and 02/2026 batch has been released. The notification has been released in PDF form and comprises the important details related to the exam. Candidayes applying for the exam must read the notification before applying.

What is Indian Coast Guard Age Limit for General Duty?

Indian Coast Guard age limit for Navik General Duty is 18 to 22 years. 5 years relaxation is given to SC/ST candidates, if the posts are reserved for them and 3 Years for OBC, if the posts are reserved for them. EWS candidates will not get any age relaxation. Even if there is no vacancy reserved for SC / ST / OBC (Non - Creamy) / EWS category candidates, such candidates can still apply. However, they will not be eligible for any age and passing marks concession / relaxation etc. SC / ST candidates are exempt from payment of application fee even in such case.

What is Indian Coast Guard exam pattern for Physical Efficiency Test for Navik GD?

The pattern for Physical Efficiency Test for Navik GD is given below: 1.6 Km run to be completed in 7 minutes. 20 Squat ups (Uthak Baithak). 10 Pushup All three test of PFT are to be carried out in continuity without any break. Any break will lead to failing the PFT

How can I know the category-wise ICG cut off marks?

The candidate can check his marks and the cut off according to their category. The cut off for other category in which the candidate does not appear in CGEPT will not be displayed as the information does not pertain to the respective candidate. In fact, if the candidate is shortlisted for Stage II / III then neither the marks scored nor the category cut off is displayed in order to avoid any superiority complex / unnecessary comparison among the shortlisted candidates for Stage II / III.

What details can I check in the ICG Navik notification 2025?

ICG Navik notification 2025 is made available online. The notification is 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.

I have passed matriculation, how can I join Indian Coast Guard as an Enrolled Personnel or Enrolled Follower?

You are eligible to apply for 10th pass Recruit where you can join as Enrolled Personnel {Navik (DB) (Stewards, cooks)} and Enrolled Follower (sweeper/ safaiwala). Recruitment for Enrolled Follower is not carried out through online website. It is generally conducted locally at CG headquarters through Employment Exchange as per the vacancy released to the regions/ units.

I have applied for Navik (GD/DB)/Yantrik entries a number of times but I did not get a ICG call letter. What should I do?

You might not have received the call letter due to any of the following reasons:- Application not received in time by us due to internet failures. Application incorrectly filled. You may not be fulfilling the eligibility criteria. Coast Guard did not receive the application fee in their account before closing of application

How can I download ICG admit card?

ICG admit card is released online on the official website. The steps to download the admit card are given below: Visit the official website of ICG Click the 'ICG admit card' link on the home page Enter the required credentials ICG admit card appears on the screen Download and save it

What if I do not produce the duly verified ICG admit card by ICG officials?

On submission of duly stamped and signed e-admit card and Online application by C-DAC Official/ICG Official at Stage II & Stage III as mentioned above will lead to cancellation of candidature on account of incomplete submission of documents. The candidates are advised not to leave the examination centers without stamping of above documents by C-DAC Official/ICG Official. The candidates are advised to retain the e-admit cards and online application duly stamped by C-DAC Official/ICG Official till induction in service at INS Chilka.

What is Indian Coast Guard salary?

The salary of Indian Coast Guard Navik is given below: After joining, a Navik in Indian Coast Guard is 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

What is Indian Coast Guard Navik Eligibility?

These are the eligibility criteria for Indian Coast Guard Navik: Age The age limit for the posts is between 18 and 22 years. Candidates should be born between 01 Mar 2003 to 28 Feb 2007 (both dates inclusive). Relaxation in the upper age limit 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 recognised by Council of Boards for School Education (COBSE) Navik (Domestic Branch): Passed Class 10 from an education board recognised by Council of Boards for School Education (COBSE).

What is Indian Coast Guard Navik educational qualification?

The educational qualification prescribed for Indian Coast Guard Navik recruitment is that candidates must have passed Class 12th with Maths And Physics from any Education Board recognised by Council of Boards of School Education. It is important to secure passing marks in Maths and Physics.

What is the process for ICG result declaration?

Merely obtaining passing marks in the written test is not sufficient for issue of E-Admit Card for Stage II (PFT). E-Admit Card for Stage II (PFT) are issued to candidates who meet the cut off criteria applied for Stage II (PFT) as per merit. The cutoff marks for Stage II will be announced along with the result.

I have cleared the ICG Stage I and Stage II but my name does not appear in Stage III (final medical at INS Chilka). What is the reason?

Merely obtaining passing marks in Stage I and Stage II is not sufficient for issue of E-Admit Card for Stage III. E-Admit Card for Stage III are issued to candidates who meet the cut off criteria applied for Stage III as per merit.

How is the zone-wise merit list prepared for ICG exam?

The merit list is prepared on all India basis for the post of Yantriks . However, merit list for the posts of Navik (DB) and Navik (GD)Zone wise is prepared zonewise. The details of area/states covered under various region/zone are as follows:- North – Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, NCT of Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Chandigarh. West – Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Goa, Dadar & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Lakshadweep. North East – Bihar, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Assam, Tripura, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Sikkim, Orissa. East – Andhra Pradesh, Telagana, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry. North West – Gujarat Andaman & Nicobar – Andaman & Nicobar Islands.

Indian Coast Guard Yantrik 2026, Notification (OUT), Application Form & Vacancies

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Navik Assistant Commandant Yantrik

Updated on Jun 12, 2025 13:30 IST

By Anangsha Patra, Deputy Manager – Editorial

Indian Coast Guard Yantrik 2026: Indian Coast Guard released ICG notification 2026 for 01/2026 and 02/2026 batches. Interested candidates are required to apply online for the Indian Coast Guard Yantrik exam. ICG Yantrik application form 2025 is available from June 11 to 25, 2025. Candidates aged between 18 to 22 years can apply for Indian Coast Yantrik 2026 exam. The selection process comprises Stage-I, II, III & IV. Read below for more details on Indian Coast Guard Yantrik 2026.

Table of content

What is Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Recruitment?
Indian Coast Guard 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Recruitment Highlights
Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Notification 2026
Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Application Form 2026
Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Eligibility
Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Selection Process
Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Syllabus 2026
Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Exam Pattern 2026
Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Admit Card 2026
Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Result 2026
Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Vacancy 2026
Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Salary
Indian Coast Guard Yantrik 2026 FAQs

What is Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Recruitment?

Yantrik in Indian Coast Guard is a post for diploma holders in different categories such as Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, and Telecommunication. Indian Coast Guard holds a competitive exam to shortlist candidates for the Yantrik posts. Only male candidates are eligible to apply for the posts. Selection for the Yantrik post is conducted in several phases - a written test followed by physical fitness test and medical examination. Candidates need to go through training conducted by ICG before final induction.

Indian Coast Guard Yantrik: List of Equivalent Diploma

List of equivalent diploma for recruitment in Yantrik cadre in Electrical, Mechanical and Electronics & Telecommunication (Radio/Power) Engineering (Engg) branch as mentioned below.

Electrical Engineering	Mechanical Engineering	Electronics / Telecommunication (Radio/ Power) Engineering
Electrical and Electronics (Power System)	Marine Engg/ Marine Engg and Systems	Advanced Electronics and Communication Engg
Electrical and Electronics Engg	Mechanical Engg	Electronic Instrumentation and Control Engg
Electrical and Instrumentation Engg	Mechanical Engg (Production)	Electronics Engg
Electrical and Mechanical Engg	Mechanical Engg (Automobile)	Electronics (Fibre Optics)
Electrical Engg	Mechanical Engg (Refrigeration and Air Conditioning)	Electronics and Communication Engg
Electrical Engg (Electronics and Power)	Mechanical Engg (Repair & Maintenance)	Electronics and Electrical Engg
Electrical Engg (Industrial Control)	Production Engg	Electronics and Telecommunication Engg
Electrical Engg (Instrumentation and control)	Shipbuilding Engg
Electrical Power System Engg	Shipbuilding Engg

Indian Coast Guard 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of Indian Coast Guard 2026 exam

Dates	Past Exam Dates
Jun ' 24 - Jul ' 24	ICG Yantrik Application Form 2025
Sep ' 23	ICG Yantrik Application Form 2024
Mar ' 23	ICG Yantrik Stage 1 Exam
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Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Recruitment Highlights

Indian Coast Guard yantrik exam is conducted for recruitment to the post of yantrik in Indian Coast Guard.

Exam Particulars	Exam Details
Exam Name	Indian Coast Guard Yantrik 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	Yantrik (Electrical) Yantrik (Electronics) Yantrik (Mechanical)
Exam Fees	INR 250 (SC/ST candidates are exempted from payment of application fees)
Pattern of CBT	Yantrik (Electrical): Section (I+III) Yantrik (Electronics): Section (I+IV) Yantrik (Mechanical): Section (I+V)
Exam Duration	Section I: 45 mins Section III: 30 mins Section IV: 30 mins Section V: 30 mins
No. of Papers and Total Marks	Section I: 60 (Five papers) Section III: 50 (Two papers) Section IV: 50 (Two papers) Section V:50 (Two papers)
Total Questions	Section I: 60 Section III, IV & V: 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

Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Notification 2026

Indian Coast Guard released Yantrik notification 2025. Indian Coast Guard Yantrik notification 2026 comprises details related to the exam such as exam date, application process, exam pattern, syllabus, eligibility and many more. Candidates should read the notification carefully before applying to the exam.

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Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Application Form 2026

Indian Coast Guard releases Indian Coast Guard Yantrik application form online. The application fee is INR 250, while SC/ST candidates are exempt from fee payment. Candidates can apply for one post, i.e., Yantrik (Electrical) or Yantrik (Electronics) in one cycle.

Also Read: Indian Coast Guard Application Form

Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Eligibility

Indian Coast Guard yantrik eligibility criteria is given below:

Indian Coast Guard Age Limit

Male candidates between 18 and 22 years of age are eligible to apply for the posts. SC/ST and OBC candidates will get five years and three years upper-age relaxation, respectively.

Indian Coast Guard Educational Qualification

Candidates must complete Class 10 or Matriculation
Diploma in Electrical/ Mechanical/Electronics and Telecommunication (Radio/Power) Engineering approved by All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) with 60 per cent in aggregate
SC/ST candidates will get five per cent relaxation in minimum cut off
Anyone who has outstanding records in sports at the national level will also get five per cent relaxation in minimum cut off
10th class passed from an education board recognized by Council of Boards for School Education (COBSE) and Diploma in Electrical/ Mechanical / Electronics and Telecommunication (Radio/Power) Engineering approved by All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE).

Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Selection Process

Selection process for Yantrik includes a written test, physical fitness test (PFT) and initial medical examination. After the final medical examination, candidates will be enrolled for a training.

Written Test (Stage I)

Find the important highlights of the Yantrik written exam below:

This test will be objective in nature containing MCQs
Questions will be asked from respective branches (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics & Telecommunication) along with a few questions from General Knowledge, Reasoning, General Aptitude and English
Candidates will be called for the test after being shortlisted by the exam conducting body
Short-listing criteria for applications will be based on higher percentage of marks in the diploma
Indian Coast guard reserves the right to increase the qualifying percentage for a particular centre if more number of applications are received with higher percentage of marks

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Physical Fitness Test (PFT) (Stage II)

Those who qualify Yantrik written test will undergo Physical Fitness Test (PFT) and initial Medical Examination. The testing procedure will take 2-3 days. Find the parameters of PFT below.

Yantrik PFT Parameters	PFT Qualifying Criteria
Running	1.6 Km run to be completed in 7 minutes
Squat ups	20 squat ups (Uthak Baithak)
Push ups	10 Push ups

Candidates need to be in comfortable sportswear during PFT i.e. Sport Shoe, T-Shirt, Trouser etc.
Candidates undergoing PFT will take part at their own risk
Physically challenged candidates are not eligible for the post

Medical examination (Stage III)

Based on the performance in the written exam and PFT, candidates will be called for medical examination. Passing this medical examination will confirm the selection of the candidates as candidates will be subjected for the final medicals examination at INS Chilka. Find the parameters for medical examination below:

Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Medical Examination Parameters	Salient Features
Height	157 cms (minimum)
Chest	Chest should be well proportioned and minimum expansion should be 5 cms.
Weight	Proportionate to height and age (+/- 10% acceptable)
Hearing	Normal
Fitness Level	No Cardio-vascular disease, surgical deformities like knock knee, flat feet etc. Apart from that, infection of ears, no history of fits or psychiatric ailment, varicose vein, under gone corrective surgery for eye sight etc. will not be accepted
Visual Standard	6/24 without glasses and 6/9 & 6/12 with glasses for Better Eye and Worse Eye respectively
Tattoo	Candidates with permanent body tattoos will not be accepted

Document verification (Stage IV)

This stage will be conducted to verify all documents and educational certificates held by the candidates.

Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Exam Centres

Indian Coast Guard exam city is released for Yantrik post. Candidates can check their allotted cities by logging with user ID and password. The details regarding the Indian Coast Guard exam centres is mentioned on the admit card. The exam is conducted across multiple exam centres and cities spread over nine zones. Candidates are required to give five preferences of Indian Coast Guard exam centres while filling the application form for Stage-I and II process. Candidates are required to fill the first choice within 30 kms from the present/communication residence. If there are no exam centres within 30 km from the current address, then the nearest exam city from the first choice are required to be entered by candidates.

Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Syllabus 2026

Indian Coast Guard syllabus covers the topics and sub-topics that candidates need to cover for the exam. Secton I syllabus comprises subjects such as Maths, Science, English, Reasoning and GK. Section III syllabus comprises topics from Electrical Engineering. Section IV syllabus comprises topics from Electronic Engineering. Section V syllabus comprises topics from Mechnical Engineering. The standard of the syllabus is of Class 10 and diploma in Engineering level.

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Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Exam Pattern 2026

The stage 1 exam of Indian Coast Guard yantrik is conducted online. The question paper for section I, II, III, IV & V will be objective type with four options. The candidate has to choose the correct option. There is no negative marking in the stage 1 exam. Based on the performance in Stage 1, candidates are called for stage 2. The stage 2 is conducted for 1 to 2 days and it is qualifying in nature. 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. The duration of Stage-III is 1 to 2 days. The candidates who clear stage III and stand in merit as per the vacancies available will be provisionally shortlisted for training at INS Chilka.

Also Read: Indian Coast Guard Exam Pattern 2026

Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Admit Card 2026

Indian Coast Guard Yantrik admit card is released online. To download ICG admit card, candidates need to login with email ID, password, and captcha code. Indian Coast Guard Yantrik admit card will allows candidates to appear in the exam.

Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Result 2026

Indian Coast Guard yantrik result is announced online separately for different stages of selection. To check the result, candidates need to enter email ID and password. The result displays the qualifying status of candidates for the next round of selection process.

Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Vacancy 2026

The vacancy for 2026 has been released along with the notification. Candidates can check thevacancy break-up.

Post	UR(GEN)	EWS	OBC	SC	ST	Total
Yantrik (Mechanical)	11	04	09	06	00	30
Yantrik (Electrical)	04	01	02	02	02	11
Yantrik (Electronics)	09	01	03	05	01	19

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Indian Coast Guard Yantrik Salary

Post joining as Yantrik in Indian Coast Guard, the person will be entitled to receive an emolument of INR 29200 (Pay Level-5) as basic pay. Along with that, the person will be paid INR 6200 Yantrik pay plus Dearness Allowance and other allowances based on the nature of duty/place of posting as per the prevailing regulations enforced time-to-time.