Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 4 Group B Posts
Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 4 Group B Posts
Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 4 Group B Posts
The Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for 4 Group ‘B’ Civilian posts. Eligible Indian citizens can apply through the prescribed offline application form. Applications started on 19 September 2026, and the last date for receiving applications is 03 November 2026.
Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026
Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Particular |
Details |
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Organisation |
Indian Coast Guard |
Directorate |
Directorate of Recruitment |
Recruitment |
Group ‘B’ Civilian Personnel – 2026 |
Post Name |
Foreman of Stores |
Classification |
General Central Service, Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial |
Total Vacancies |
04 |
Pay Level |
Level-6 |
Application Mode |
Offline |
Application Start Date |
19 September 2026 |
Last Date |
03 November 2026 |
Job Locations |
Karwar, Minicoy, Pipavav & Bhubaneswar |
Selection |
Application Scrutiny, Document Verification & Written Examination |
Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Important Dates
Application Start Date |
19 September 2026 |
Last Date for Receiving Application |
03 November 2026 |
Fee Payment Last Date |
Not separately specified |
Admit Card |
Sent by post to shortlisted candidates |
Result/Merit List |
Notified Soon |
Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Application Fee
The notification does not specify a separate application fee for the Foreman of Stores post.
However, applicants are required to enclose a separate blank self-addressed envelope bearing a Rs50 postal stamp with the application. This envelope is mandatory.
Applications without the required Rs50 stamped envelope can be summarily rejected.
Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Age Limit
The prescribed age limit for the Foreman of Stores post is:
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Minimum Age: 18 years
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Maximum Age: 30 years
The age will be calculated as on the last date of submission of the application, i.e. 03 November 2026.
Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Age Relaxation
Category |
Relaxation |
|---|---|
ST Candidates against reserved vacancies |
5 years |
Central Government Servants |
Up to 5 years, as per Government instructions |
Vacancy Details & Eligibility Criteria
The Indian Coast Guard has announced 4 vacancies for Foreman of Stores.
Post |
Classification |
Vacancies |
Qualification |
Age Limit |
Posting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Foreman of Stores |
Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial |
04 (02 UR, 01 ST, 01 EWS) |
Master’s Degree + 1 year experience OR Bachelor’s/Diploma + 2 years experience |
18–30 years |
Karwar, Minicoy, Pipavav & Bhubaneswar |
Educational Qualification
Candidates can meet the essential qualification through either of the following routes:
Option 1:
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Master’s Degree in Economics, Commerce, Statistics, Business Studies or Public Administration from a recognised University/Institute; and
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One year of experience in handling stores and keeping accounts in stores in an eligible organisation.
OR
Option 2:
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Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Commerce, Statistics, Business Studies or Public Administration
OR
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Diploma in Material Management, Warehousing Management, Purchasing or Logistics/Public Procurement from a recognised University/Institute; and
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Two years of experience in handling stores and keeping accounts in stores in an eligible organisation.
Eligible experience may include experience in Central/State Government organisations, statutory/autonomous organisations, PSUs, universities, recognised institutions, banks or private-sector organisations listed on the Stock Exchange of India.
Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of the following major stages:
1. Scrutiny of Applications
All applications will first be checked against the prescribed eligibility conditions and required documents. Only candidates whose applications are found correct will be issued an admit card.
2. Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates must bring the original documents mentioned in the admit card on the examination day. The documents must have been issued on or before 03 November 2026.
3. Written Examination
The written examination will be pen-and-paper based and will contain 80 objective-type questions.
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Total Questions: 80
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Total Marks: 80
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Duration: 1 Hour
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Marks per Correct Answer: 1
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Negative Marking: No
The question paper will be bilingual.
Written Exam Pattern
Subject |
Questions |
Marks |
|---|---|---|
Mathematics (Arithmetic) |
15 |
15 |
Mental Ability/Reasoning |
15 |
15 |
General Awareness |
15 |
15 |
English |
15 |
15 |
Questions Related to Profession |
20 |
20 |
Total |
80 |
80 |
The prescribed passing marks are 40 for UR/EWS candidates and 36 for ST candidates.
4. Merit List
The merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in the written examination and published on the Indian Coast Guard website.
Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Salary / Pay Scale
The post of Foreman of Stores is placed at Level-6 in the Pay Matrix.
The uploaded notification specifies the pay level but does not state a separate consolidated salary figure. Therefore, candidates should refer to the applicable Government of India Pay Matrix and service rules for the detailed salary and allowances.
How to Apply for Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026
This recruitment is conducted through offline application, not an online application form.
Step-by-Step Process
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Download the prescribed application form given as Annexure-I.
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Fill the form in English or Hindi.
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Enter personal, educational and experience details carefully.
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Affix a recent self-attested colour photograph.
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Attach self-attested photocopies of the required documents.
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Enclose the required category certificate, if applicable.
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Government employees must enclose the required NOC.
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Enclose two latest passport-size colour photographs.
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Add a separate blank self-addressed envelope with a Rs50 postal stamp.
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Super-scribe the envelope in bold letters with “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF FOREMAN OF STORES” and mention the category.
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Send the completed application by ordinary post only.
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Ensure that it reaches the prescribed address by 03 November 2026.
Applications sent by hand or courier will not be considered.
Application Address
The Director General,
{For PD (Rectt)}
Coast Guard Headquarters,
Directorate of Recruitment,
C-1, Phase II, Industrial Area,
Sector-62, Noida,
U.P. – 201309
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FAQs – Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026
1. How many vacancies are available in Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026?
There are 4 vacancies for Foreman of Stores: 2 UR, 1 ST and 1 EWS.
2. What is the last date to apply for Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026?
The last date for receiving the offline application is 03 November 2026. The application must be sent by ordinary post.
3. What is the age limit for Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026?
The prescribed age limit is 18 to 30 years. ST candidates against reserved vacancies receive 5 years of relaxation, while eligible Government servants can receive relaxation up to 5 years according to Central Government instructions.
4. What is the qualification for Coast Guard Foreman of Stores?
Candidates need either a relevant Master's Degree with one year of stores/accounts experience, or a relevant Bachelor's Degree/Diploma with two years of relevant experience, as prescribed in the notification.
5. What is the Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores exam pattern?
The written exam has 80 objective questions for 80 marks and a duration of one hour. There is no negative marking. Subjects include Mathematics, Reasoning, General Awareness, English and questions related to the profession.
