Last date to Apply – 20 January 2026
RECRUITMENT OF GROUP C CIVILIAN PERSONNEL- 2025 Last Date 20 Jan 2026
Application Start date: 06 Dec 2025 | Last date of receiving of applications: 20 Jan 2026
Intro – RECRUITMENT OF GROUP C CIVILIAN PERSONNEL- 2025
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| Indian Coast Guard (Directorate of Recruitment) invites applications from eligible Indian citizens (male & female) for direct recruitment to 3 Group ‘C’ civilian posts in Delhi NCR: Mechanical Fitter (Skilled Tradesman), MTS (Peon), and MTS (Sweeper). Applications open on 06 Dec 2025 and close on 20 Jan 2026. Selection includes scrutiny, admit card by post, biometric capture & document verification, and an OMR-based written exam with no negative marking. |
Job overview – RECRUITMENT OF GROUP C CIVILIAN PERSONNEL- 2025
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Hiring organization: | INDIAN COAST GUARD DIRECTORATE OF RECRUITMENT, C-1, PHASE-2, INDUSTRIAL AREA, SECTOR – 62, NOIDA, UP – 201309 |
| Post category: | General Central Service, Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial |
| Total vacancies: | 03 (Mechanical Fitter: 01 UR; MTS Peon: 01 UR; MTS Sweeper: 01 EWS) |
| Job location: | Delhi NCR (liable to serve anywhere in India) |
| Pay matrix: | Level-2 (Mechanical Fitter); Level-1 (MTS Peon/Sweeper) |
Important dates – RECRUITMENT OF GROUP C CIVILIAN PERSONNEL- 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application start date: | 06 Dec 2025 |
| Last date of receiving applications: | 20 Jan 2026 |
| Exam date: | To be communicated via admit card |
Vacancy details – RECRUITMENT OF GROUP C CIVILIAN PERSONNEL- 2025
| Post | Category | Pay level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Fitter (Skilled Tradesman) | UR | Level-2 | 01 |
| MTS (Peon) | UR | Level-1 | 01 |
| MTS (Sweeper) | EWS | Level-1 | 01 |
Age limit – RECRUITMENT OF GROUP C CIVILIAN PERSONNEL- 2025
| Post | Age | Crucial date | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Fitter | 18–25 years | 20 Jan 2026 | Central Govt. servants with ≥3 years regular service: up to 40 years (SC/ST: 45 years) |
| MTS (Peon/Sweeper) | 18–27 years | 20 Jan 2026 | As above |
Salary structure – RECRUITMENT OF GROUP C CIVILIAN PERSONNEL- 2025
| Post | Pay matrix level | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Fitter | Level-2 | As per Government of India rules |
| MTS (Peon/Sweeper) | Level-1 | As per Government of India rules |
Eligibility criteria – RECRUITMENT OF GROUP C CIVILIAN PERSONNEL- 2025
| Post | Essential qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Fitter (Skilled Tradesman) | Matriculation or equivalent; apprenticeship in relevant trade under Apprentice Act 1961/recognized scheme OR ITI training in relevant trade | 1 year trade experience (with ITI) OR 4 years trade experience (where no ITI training available); must qualify trade entrance examination |
| MTS (Peon) | Matriculation or equivalent | Two years’ experience as office attendant |
| MTS (Sweeper) | Matriculation or equivalent | Two years’ experience in cleanship in any recognized firm |
Category-wise breakdown – RECRUITMENT OF GROUP C CIVILIAN PERSONNEL- 2025
| GEN (UR) | OBC | SC/ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 | 0 | 0 | 01 |
Application fee – RECRUITMENT OF GROUP C CIVILIAN PERSONNEL- 2025
| Category | Fee | Note |
|---|---|---|
| All categories | Not mentioned | Refer official notification for any updates |
How to apply – RECRUITMENT OF GROUP C CIVILIAN PERSONNEL- 2025
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 | Fill the application form (Annexure-I) in English or Hindi; affix self-attested color photograph |
| 2 | Attach self-attested Xerox copies of required documents with name and date |
| 3 | Enclose a separate blank envelope with ₹50 postal stamp addressed to yourself |
| 4 | Send by ordinary/speed post only (no hand/courier) to the address below by 20 Jan 2026 |
| 5 | Super scribe the envelope in BOLD: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF MECHANICAL FITTER (SKILLED TRADESMAN)/ MTS (PEON)/MTS(SWEEPER)” |
Important links – RECRUITMENT OF GROUP C CIVILIAN PERSONNEL- 2025
| Link | Description |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Complete advertisement with eligibility, exam pattern, and application format (Annexures) |
| Indian Coast Guard Website | Visit for updates, admit card instructions, and recruitment notices |
Documents required – RECRUITMENT OF GROUP C CIVILIAN PERSONNEL- 2025
| Document | Notes |
|---|---|
| Aadhaar card | Self-attested |
| Matriculation marksheet & certificate | Include CGPA/Grade to percentage conversion formula |
| ITI/Diploma marksheets & certificate | As per essential eligibility; include conversion formula |
| Experience certificates | As applicable to the post |
| Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) | Valid for current financial year; prescribed formats (Annexure-II/III/IV) |
| NOC/undertaking (if Govt employee) | NOC required at document verification; undertaking acceptable for admit card issuance |
| Two recent passport-size color photographs | Front portrait, light background; not older than 3 months |
| Blank envelope with ₹50 postal stamp | Addressed to applicant; enclosed with application |
Exam pattern – RECRUITMENT OF GROUP C CIVILIAN PERSONNEL- 2025
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Passing marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 | 1 hour | UR/EWS: 40 |
| English | 20 | 20 | ||
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 | ||
| Mental Ability/Reasoning | 20 | 20 | ||
| Total | 80 | 80 | ||
| Mode: OMR-based; bilingual; 1 mark per correct answer; no negative marking | ||||
Selection procedure – RECRUITMENT OF GROUP C CIVILIAN PERSONNEL- 2025
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Scrutiny | Applications checked for eligibility and documents; shortlisted candidates receive admit card by post |
| Biometric & Document Verification | Photograph & thumb impression capture; original documents + 2 self-attested sets required |
| Written Examination | OMR-based test as per pattern; date/time/venue on admit card |
| Merit List | Strictly based on written exam marks; tie-breaker: older candidate ranks higher |
Job location – RECRUITMENT OF GROUP C CIVILIAN PERSONNEL- 2025
| Location | Note |
|---|---|
| Delhi NCR | Applicants, if selected, are liable to serve anywhere in India |
Important: Apply for only one post. Use exact name, DOB, and father’s name as per matriculation certificate. Envelope must be properly superscribed; incomplete/incorrect applications will be rejected.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the recruitment about?
It is for Group ‘C’ civilian posts at the Indian Coast Guard, 2025 intake.
2. How many vacancies are available?
There are three vacancies: Mechanical Fitter, MTS (Peon), and MTS (Sweeper).
3. What is the application start date?
The application process begins on 06 December 2025.
4. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for receiving applications is 20 January 2026.
5. What is the age limit?
Mechanical Fitter: 18–25 years; MTS posts: 18–27 years, with relaxations as per rules.
6. What are the essential qualifications?
Matriculation or equivalent; ITI/apprenticeship for Mechanical Fitter; relevant experience for MTS posts.
7. What is the selection process?
Scrutiny, admit card, biometric capture, document verification, and OMR-based written examination.
8. What is the exam pattern?
80 questions: Mathematics, English, General Awareness, Reasoning; 1 hour duration; no negative marking.
9. Where will the job location be?
Delhi NCR, but selected candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India.
10. How should the application be sent?
By ordinary/speed post only, with required documents and superscribed envelope.
11. Is there any application fee?
No application fee is specified in the notification.
12. Where can I find the official notification?
On the Indian Coast Guard website: indiancoastguard.gov.in.