The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), Directorate of Recruitment, has invited applications from eligible Indian citizens for the post of Foreman of Stores through direct recruitment. A total of 04 vacancies are available under General Central Service, Group B, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial, carrying Pay Level 6. Eligible candidates must submit the prescribed application form by ordinary post so that it reaches the Directorate of Recruitment on or before 03 November 2026.
Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Indian Coast Guard |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Directorate of Recruitment |
| Post Name | Foreman of Stores |
| Post Classification | General Central Service, Group B, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial |
| Total Vacancies | 04 |
| Pay Level | Level 6 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 years |
| Application Mode | Offline by Ordinary Post |
| Application Start Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 03 November 2026 |
| Posting Locations | Karwar, Minicoy, Pipavav and Bhubaneswar |
Table of Contents
- Notification Details
- Vacancy Details
- Educational Qualification and Experience
- Age Limit and Relaxation
- Salary / Pay Scale
- Nature of Duties
- Important Dates
- Application Fee
- Selection Process
- Written Examination Pattern
- Written Examination Syllabus
- Examination Centres
- Documents Required
- How to Apply
- Important Instructions
- Important Links
- Frequently Asked Questions
Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026 Notification Details
The Indian Coast Guard has released recruitment details for the Foreman of Stores post under General Central Service, Group B, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial. The post carries Pay Level 6 under the applicable Central Government pay structure. Applications are to be submitted offline through ordinary post.
Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Vacancy 2026
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 02 |
| ST | 01 |
| EWS | 01 |
| Total | 04 |
The number of vacancies and places of posting are tentative and may change according to service requirements. Selected candidates may be required to serve anywhere in India, including the mainland, Andaman and Nicobar Islands or Lakshadweep.
Educational Qualification and Experience
Option 1 – Master’s Degree
- Master’s degree in Economics, Commerce, Statistics, Business Studies or Public Administration from a recognized university or institution.
- One year of experience in handling stores and maintaining store accounts.
Option 2 – Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Commerce, Statistics, Business Studies or Public Administration from a recognized university or institution; or
- Diploma in Material Management, Warehousing Management, Purchasing, Logistics or Public Procurement from a recognized university or institution.
- Two years of experience in handling stores and maintaining store accounts.
Acceptable Organizations for Experience
The prescribed stores and accounts experience must have been gained in any of the following:
- Central Government organization
- State Government organization
- Statutory or autonomous organization
- Public Sector Undertaking
- University or recognized institution
- Bank
- Private-sector organization listed on an Indian stock exchange
Age Limit and Relaxation
| Particular | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 30 years |
| Age Calculation Date | 03 November 2026 |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| ST candidates applying against the reserved vacancy | 5 years |
| Eligible Government servants | Up to 5 years according to Central Government rules |
Salary / Pay Scale
The Foreman of Stores post carries Pay Level 6 under the applicable Central Government pay structure.
Nature of Duties
- Acting as custodian of the storehouse.
- Supervising staff working under the Foreman of Stores.
- Assisting senior officers in the audit of ledgers and folios.
- Coordinating with the audit authority.
- Managing inventory and disposing of scrap materials.
- Supervising the receipt and issue of stores in the warehouse.
- Ensuring effective material management.
- Performing other duties connected with stores and service requirements.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 03 November 2026 |
The completed application must reach the Directorate of Recruitment by ordinary post on or before 03 November 2026. Applications delivered by hand or courier will not be considered.
Application Fee
No application fee is stated in the recruitment details. However, candidates must enclose a separate self-addressed blank envelope bearing a ₹50 postal stamp as prescribed.
Selection Process
- Scrutiny of applications
- Shortlisting of eligible candidates
- Document Verification
- Written Examination
- Preparation of merit list based on written examination marks
Admit cards will be sent by post to shortlisted candidates using the self-addressed stamped envelope enclosed with the application. The list of shortlisted candidates will also be published on the Indian Coast Guard website.
Written Examination Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 15 | 15 |
| Mental Ability and Reasoning | 15 | 15 |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 |
| English | 15 | 15 |
| Questions Related to the Profession | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 80 | 80 |
| Examination Mode | Pen-and-paper examination |
|---|---|
| Question Type | Objective-type questions |
| Question Paper Language | Bilingual |
| Duration | One hour |
| Marks per Correct Answer | One mark |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking |
| Passing Marks – UR/EWS | 40 marks |
| Passing Marks – ST | 36 marks |
Written Examination Syllabus
Mathematics
Mathematical simplification, ratio and proportion, interest, profit and loss, percentage, work and time, speed and distance, simple mensuration, average, median and mode.
English
Passages, prepositions, sentence correction, active and passive voice, direct and indirect speech, verbs, tense, non-finites, punctuation, phrasal verbs, synonyms, antonyms, difficult words, adjectives and compound prepositions.
General Awareness
Indian geography, soil, rivers, mountains, ports, culture, religion, freedom movement, national facts, heritage, arts, history, defence, awards, discoveries, diseases, nutrition, current affairs, languages, capitals, currencies, abbreviations, personalities, sports and general science.
Reasoning
Spatial and numerical reasoning, associative ability, logical reasoning, sequences, spelling unscrambling, coding and decoding, seating arrangements, blood relations, inequalities, decision-making and input-output.
Professional Knowledge
Supply-chain management, receipt and storage procedures, requisitioning and distribution of materials, stores equipment, maintenance of ledgers and connected documents.
Examination Centres
- New Mangalore
- Bhubaneswar
The examination centre may be changed for administrative or technical reasons. The exact examination date, time and venue will be mentioned on the admit card.
Documents Required with the Application
- Self-attested copy of Aadhaar Card
- Self-attested Matriculation mark sheet and certificate
- Self-attested degree, postgraduate degree or diploma mark sheets and certificates, as applicable
- Latest ST or EWS certificate, where applicable
- Relevant experience certificate
- No Objection Certificate for candidates currently serving in a government organization
- Two recent passport-size colour photographs
- Separate self-addressed blank envelope with a ₹50 postal stamp affixed
How to Apply
- Download the prescribed application form given in Annexure I of the notification.
- Fill in the application form in English or Hindi.
- Affix a self-attested recent colour photograph in the prescribed place.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of the required documents.
- Enclose two recent passport-size colour photographs.
- Enclose a self-addressed blank envelope bearing a ₹50 postal stamp.
- Write “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF FOREMAN OF STORES” in bold letters on the envelope.
- Also mention the category under which the application is being submitted.
- Send the application by ordinary post so that it reaches the prescribed address by 03 November 2026.
Application Address
The Director General
For PD (Recruitment)
Coast Guard Headquarters
Directorate of Recruitment
C-1, Phase II, Industrial Area
Sector 62, Noida
Uttar Pradesh – 201309
Important Instructions
- Applications must be submitted by ordinary post only.
- Applications submitted by hand or courier will not be considered.
- The application envelope must clearly mention the post name and category.
- All documents must have been issued on or before 03 November 2026.
- The EWS certificate must be valid for the current financial year.
- Government employees must submit their applications through the proper channel with an NOC.
- Original certificates should not be sent with the application.
- Original documents must be produced during document verification.
- Incomplete applications or applications without the self-addressed stamped envelope will be rejected.
Important Links
| Official Notification | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many Foreman of Stores vacancies are available?
There are 4 vacancies: 2 for UR, 1 for ST and 1 for EWS candidates.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The completed application must reach the Directorate of Recruitment by ordinary post on or before 03 November 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit?
Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years old as of 03 November 2026, subject to applicable age relaxation.
Q4. What is the selection process?
The selection process includes application scrutiny, shortlisting, document verification and an 80-mark written examination. The merit list is prepared based on written examination marks.
Q5. Is there negative marking?
No. The written examination contains 80 objective questions carrying one mark each, with no negative marking.