The Indian Coast Guard, Ministry of Defence, Government of India, Region (East), Chennai, has invited applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to civilian posts on a direct recruitment basis. The Indian Coast Guard Region East Recruitment 2026 offers opportunities for Store Keeper, Engine Driver, Lascar, Civilian Motor Transport Driver and Multi-Tasking Staff posts. Eligible candidates can apply offline mode, apply within 45 days from the date of advertisement in employment news paper dated 7th November 2026. On this page, job aspirants can find all important details of Indian Coast Guard Civilian Vacancy 2026, including the official notification and application process.
Indian Coast Guard Region East Recruitment 2026
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Organization Name |
Indian Coast Guard (Region East) |
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| Post Name |
Store Keeper, Engine Driver, Lascar, Driver, MTS |
| Total Vacancies |
05 |
| Pay Scale |
Level 1 to Level 4 |
| Educational Qualification |
10th / 12th + Experience as per post |
| Application Mode |
Offline (Ordinary Post) |
| Selection Process |
Written Examination + Document Verification |
| Job Location |
Chennai, Mandapam, Visakhapatnam, Tuticorin |
| Last Date |
Within 45 days from Employment News (i.e. Last Date 21/12/2026) |
✅ Indian Coast Guard Region East 2026 Post-wise Vacancies:
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Post Name |
Total Vacancies |
Pay Level / Pay Scale |
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Store Keeper Grade-II |
01 (SC) |
Level 2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) |
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Engine Driver |
01 (SC) |
Level 4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) |
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Lascar |
01 (EWS) |
Level 1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) |
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Civilian Motor Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade) |
01 (UR) |
Level 2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) |
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MTS (MT Cleaner) |
01 (SC) |
Level 1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) |
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Total |
05 |
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Note: Initial places of posting: Chennai (Store Keeper & Engine Driver), Mandapam (Lascar), Visakhapatnam (Driver), Tuticorin (MTS). Vacancies and posting locations are subject to change. Selected candidates may be liable to serve anywhere in India.
✅ Indian Coast Guard Civilian Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
- Store Keeper Grade-II: 12th Pass from a recognized Board or University + One year experience in handling stores from any recognized firm, Central/State Government organization or PSU. Place of Posting: Chennai. Category: SC.
- Engine Driver: Matriculation pass from a recognized Board + Certificate of competency as Engine Driver from a recognized Government Institute or equivalent. Desirable: Two years service as Sarang on a vessel of over 400 Horse Power. Place of Posting: Chennai. Category: SC.
- Lascar: Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognized Board + Three years experience in service on a boat. Place of Posting: Mandapam. Category: EWS.
- Civilian Motor Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade): 10th Standard pass + Valid driving licence for both HMV and LMV + Two years driving experience + Knowledge of motor mechanism and ability to remove minor defects. Place of Posting: Visakhapatnam. Category: UR.
- MTS (MT Cleaner): Matriculation or equivalent pass + Two years experience in a mechanical workshop. Place of Posting: Tuticorin. Category: SC.
- Age limit and age relaxation as per detailed notification available on the official website. Candidates should check the detailed advertisement carefully before applying.
✅ Indian Coast Guard Region East 2026 Selection Process:
- Scrutiny of applications and eligibility verification.
- Issue of Admit Card / Call Letter to eligible shortlisted candidates.
- Written Examination: 80 questions carrying 80 marks (General Knowledge 20, Mathematics 20, General English 20, Trade-related questions 20). Duration: 1 Hour. OMR-based paper.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 50% for General/UR; 45% for SC/ST. No relaxation for OBC/EWS.
- Document verification and other required formalities for shortlisted candidates.
✅ Important Dates:
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Event |
Date |
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Advertisement Publication |
Employment News, 7–13 November 2026 |
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Application Mode |
Offline (Ordinary Post) |
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Last Date for submission of application |
21/12/2026 |
✅ Important Links:
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Indian Coast Guard Detailed Notification PDF |
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Indian Coast Guard Official Website |
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Join IndGovtJobs.in Free Govt Jobs Alert Channels |
✅ How to Apply for Indian Coast Guard Region East Recruitment 2026:
Eligible candidates must submit their applications in the prescribed format by Ordinary Post only. No online application mode is available.
➢ Step 1: Visit the official Indian Coast Guard website https://indiancoastguard.gov.in/ and download the detailed advertisement and prescribed application form.
➢ Step 2: Read the age limit, educational qualification, experience and other eligibility conditions carefully.
➢ Step 3: Fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational and experience details. Attach a recent passport-size colour photograph.
➢ Step 4: Enclose self-attested photocopies of educational certificates, technical qualifications, experience certificates, mark sheets and caste certificate (where applicable).
➢ Step 5: Send the completed application by Ordinary Post to the address given below. The envelope should be clearly superscribed with the name of the post applied for and the category:
The Commander,
Coast Guard Region (East)
Near Napier Bridge,
Fort St. George (PO),
Chennai – 600 009,
Tamil Nadu, India.
➢ Step 6: Applications must reach within 45 days from the date of publication in Employment News. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
✅ FAQs:
How many vacancies are available in Indian Coast Guard Region East Recruitment 2026?
Total 05 vacancies across five posts: Store Keeper Grade-II, Engine Driver, Lascar, Civilian Motor Transport Driver and MTS (MT Cleaner).
What is the last date to apply for Indian Coast Guard Civilian posts?
Applications must reach the prescribed address within 45 days from the publication of the advertisement in Employment News (7–13 November 2026).
What is the educational qualification required?
Store Keeper: 12th Pass + 1 year experience. Engine Driver: Matriculation + Certificate of Competency. Lascar: Matriculation + 3 years boat experience. Driver: 10th + Valid HMV/LMV licence + 2 years experience. MTS: Matriculation + 2 years workshop experience.
What is the selection process for Indian Coast Guard Civilian posts?
Scrutiny of applications, Written Examination (80 questions, 80 marks, 1 hour) and Document Verification. Minimum qualifying marks 50% for UR and 45% for SC/ST.
What is the salary for Indian Coast Guard civilian posts?
Pay scales range from Level 1 (₹18,000–₹56,900) to Level 4 (₹25,500–₹81,100) depending on the post as per 7th CPC.
What is the place of posting?
Initial places of posting are Chennai, Mandapam, Visakhapatnam and Tuticorin. Selected candidates may be liable to serve anywhere in India.
Is there an application fee?
The detailed notification available on the official website should be referred for application fee details. Candidates should check the official advertisement carefully.
How to apply for Indian Coast Guard Region East 2026?
Candidates must apply offline only by downloading the prescribed application form from the official website and sending the hard copy by Ordinary Post to the Commander, Coast Guard Region (East), Chennai within the stipulated time.