Indian Coast Guard Region (East), Chennai has announced a fresh direct-recruitment drive for five Group C civilian vacancies through the Employment News issue dated 7–13 November 2026. The recruitment covers one post each of Store Keeper Grade-II, Engine Driver, Lascar, Civilian Motor Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade) and Multi-Tasking Staff (MT Cleaner). Applications are handled offline and must reach the Coast Guard Region (East) office in Chennai by 21 December 2026.
This recruitment is suitable for candidates from Class 10 and Class 12 backgrounds who also hold the post-specific experience, licence or competency certificate required for the role. At a basic level, Store Keeper Grade-II needs Class 12 with stores-handling experience, while the remaining posts are largely Class 10 based with the relevant trade, driving or boat-service experience. The posts carry 7th CPC pay levels ranging from Level 1 to Level 4. Selection includes scrutiny of applications, document verification, a pen-and-paper written examination and a trade test where applicable. The written paper carries 80 marks in one hour. Because this is a civilian direct-recruitment notice, successful appointment does not involve military enrolment.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Coast Guard Region (East) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Defence, Government of India |
| Advertisement reference | CBC 10147/11/0015/2627 |
| Recruitment type | Direct Recruitment — Group C Civilian |
| Employment News issue | 7–13 November 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 5 |
| Application mode | Offline — Ordinary Post |
| Application start | 7 November 2026 |
| Last date for receipt | 21 December 2026 |
| Posting locations | Chennai, Mandapam, Visakhapatnam and Tuticorin |
| Selection | Scrutiny, verification, written examination and trade test where applicable |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancy | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Store Keeper Grade-II | 1 | SC |
| Engine Driver | 1 | SC |
| Lascar | 1 | EWS |
| Civilian Motor Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade) | 1 | UR |
| MTS (MT Cleaner) | 1 | SC |
| Total | 5 |
Basic Eligibility
- Store Keeper Grade-II: Class 12 plus one year of stores-handling experience.
- Engine Driver: Class 10 plus a recognised Certificate of Competency as Engine Driver.
- Lascar: Class 10 plus three years of boat-service experience.
- Civilian MT Driver (OG): Class 10, valid HMV/LMV licences, two years’ driving experience and knowledge of motor mechanism.
- MTS (MT Cleaner): Class 10 plus two years of experience in a mechanical workshop.
Candidates should compare their records with the official Indian Coast Guard recruitment page before dispatching the application.
Age Limit
The recruitment uses post-wise age limits rather than one combined age.
| Post | Age range |
|---|---|
| Store Keeper Grade-II | 18–25 years |
| Engine Driver | 18–30 years |
| Lascar | 18–30 years |
| Civilian MT Driver (OG) | 18–27 years |
| MTS (MT Cleaner) | 18–27 years |
Applicable relaxation is governed by the detailed notice. Use the Age Calculator only after confirming the applicable cut-off date from the official advertisement.
Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level / Scale |
|---|---|
| Store Keeper Grade-II | Level 2 — ₹19,900–₹63,200 |
| Engine Driver | Level 4 — ₹25,500–₹81,100 |
| Lascar | Level 1 — ₹18,000–₹56,900 |
| Civilian MT Driver (OG) | Level 2 — ₹19,900–₹63,200 |
| MTS (MT Cleaner) | Level 1 — ₹18,000–₹56,900 |
Application Fee
A current fee amount could not be independently verified from the accessible official Coast Guard recruitment index. Follow only the detailed official advertisement/application form available through the Coast Guard recruitment section.
Selection Process
- Scrutiny and shortlisting of applications.
- Document and identity verification.
- Written examination.
- Trade/skill test where applicable.
- Merit list.
- Medical/appointment formalities as prescribed.
Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | General Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| II | Mathematics | 20 | 20 |
| III | General English | 20 | 20 |
| IV | Relevant Trade Questions / Mental Ability for MTS | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 80 | 80 |
- Mode: Pen and paper.
- Duration: 1 hour.
- The fourth section is post-specific.
- Reported qualifying standards are 50% generally and 45% for SC/ST; verify the final standard in the detailed official notice.
Syllabus
Preparation should follow the four notified areas:
- General Knowledge
- Mathematics
- General English
- Relevant Trade Knowledge for technical/trade posts, or Mental Ability for MTS
Do not use the syllabus of an unrelated Coast Guard uniformed-entry examination.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Employment News publication | 7–13 November 2026 |
| Application process starts | 7 November 2026 |
| Last date for receipt | 21 December 2026 |
| Written examination | To be announced |
| Trade test / further stages | To be announced |
How to Apply
- Open the official Indian Coast Guard recruitment page and locate the Region (East) civilian notice and application proforma.
- Read the detailed notice for your chosen post.
- Use the Eligibility Pre-check only as a preparation aid.
- Prepare documents with the Government Job Document Checklist.
- Fill the prescribed offline form and attach the required self-attested records and photograph.
- Mark the envelope APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ________ with the applicable category.
- Send by Ordinary Post only to: The Commander, Coast Guard Region (East), Near Napier Bridge, Fort St George (PO), Chennai – 600009.
- Ensure receipt by 21 December 2026.
- Keep a photocopy of the entire application. See the How to Apply for Government Jobs guide for general preparation.
Documents Required
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Class 10 certificate/marksheet | Age and educational proof |
| Class 12 record | Store Keeper eligibility |
| Engine Driver competency certificate | Engine Driver eligibility |
| HMV/LMV driving licence | MT Driver eligibility |
| Experience certificates | Post-specific experience |
| Category certificate | Reservation claim |
| Recent self-attested photograph | Application |
| Other documents listed in official proforma | Supporting eligibility |
Important Candidate Notes
- These are civilian Group C direct-recruitment posts, not uniformed Coast Guard entry.
- Applications are offline by Ordinary Post.
- There is one vacancy for each notified post.
- Post-specific experience/licence conditions are mandatory.
- No written-exam date has been announced.
- Check the official Coast Guard recruitment section before dispatch.
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official recruitment section | Open Indian Coast Guard Recruitment |
| Official website | Open Indian Coast Guard Website |
| Eligibility preparation | Open Eligibility Pre-check |
| Document preparation | Open Government Job Document Checklist |
FAQ
How many vacancies are available?
There are 5 civilian Group C vacancies.
Which posts are included?
Store Keeper Grade-II, Engine Driver, Lascar, Civilian MT Driver (OG) and MTS (MT Cleaner).
What is the deadline?
The application must reach the Region (East) office by 21 December 2026.
What is the basic qualification?
Eligibility ranges from Class 10 to Class 12 plus post-specific experience, licence or competency.
Is there a written exam?
Yes. The written examination carries 80 marks in one hour.
Is there a trade test?
A trade/skill test applies where required by the post.
How should candidates apply?
Use the prescribed offline form and send it by Ordinary Post to Coast Guard Region (East), Chennai.
Are these military posts?
No. These are civilian direct-recruitment posts.