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A Post Doctoral Research

Official gazetted recruitment notification for A Post Doctoral Research administered by INDIANCOASTGUARD Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: INDIANCOASTGUARD Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Jrf Srf in a Sponsored P	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
List of Selected Candidates Advt Nitd C	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2020-07-31
The Post of Project Assistant	4 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2024-01-30
List of Provisionally Ineligible Not Eligible	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	20-04-2026

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Construction of Administrative Building Etc TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Construction of Bridge Eoi Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Construction Schedule Procurement Plan	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Custom Bid for Services Conducting Structural Stability Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for A Post Doctoral Research?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from INDIANCOASTGUARD Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain indiancoastguard.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must access the official Indian Coast Guard recruitment portal, navigate to the active job opportunities section, and initiate registration by providing a valid email address and active mobile number.

Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) profile by entering comprehensive personal, educational, and professional credentials, ensuring all details match original identity proof certificates exactly before final submission.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-size photographs, signatures, and essential research credentials adhering strictly to the specified dimension, format, and file size guidelines mandated by the authority.

Proceed to the secure online payment gateway to remit the prescribed examination fee via net banking, debit card, or credit card, while exempted categories must verify fee waiver status.

Download and print the system-generated application confirmation slip, and subsequently access the portal using login credentials to download the official admit card once released prior to the exam date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for A Post Doctoral Research is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Screening	100 Marks / 90 Minutes	General English and Research Aptitude, Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability, General Knowledge and Current Affairs
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	200 Marks / 120 Minutes	Advanced Research Methodologies, Specialized Engineering and Science Disciplines, Maritime Security and Technical Operations, Data Analysis and Technical Report Writing
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying Nature	Verification of Academic and Research Degrees, Scrutiny of Publications and Thesis Work, Comprehensive Medical Fitness Tests, Visual Standards and Physical Measurement Checks
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Interview	100 Marks (Interview)	Defense Research Project Presentation, In-depth Viva Voce on Core Subject, Aptitude for Military and Scientific Research, Final Composite Score Evaluation

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Post Doctoral Research position under the Indian Coast Guard follows the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, typically categorized under Pay Level 12 or equivalent Group A Gazetted officer scale starting at a Basic Pay of Rs 78,800. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53 percent (Rs 41,764), House Rent Allowance (HRA ranging from 9 percent to 27 percent based on Class X, Y, or Z cities, estimated at Rs 21,276 for Class X), and Transport Allowance (TA) with DA on TA (Rs 7,200 plus DA), the initial Gross Monthly Salary aggregates to approximately Rs 1,49,040. After statutory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution at 10 percent of basic plus DA, Professional Tax, and Income Tax deductions, the estimated in-hand net salary ranges between Rs 1,30,000 and Rs 1,35,000 per month. Future revisions under the prospective 8th CPC will further enhance these emoluments based on updated fitment factors.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Reservation of vacancies for Post Doctoral Research positions in the Indian Coast Guard strictly adheres to Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandum guidelines and statutory provisions. Vertical reservations are allocated as 15 percent for Scheduled Castes (SC), 7.5 percent for Scheduled Tribes (ST), 27 percent for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 percent for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Horizontal reservations apply to Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) up to 4 percent as per applicable rules. Age relaxation is granted up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates, and up to 10 years for PwBD candidates in accordance with central government rules. Eligible women candidates and applicants belonging to SC/ST categories are exempted from paying the online application fees.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — A Post Doctoral Research

What is the expected cutoff percentage for qualifying Stage 1 of the Post Doctoral Research exam?

The minimum qualifying marks for the Computer Based Screening are typically set at 50 percent for unreserved and EWS categories, and 45 percent for reserved categories, subject to variation based on overall candidate performance and vacancy count.

Is normalization of marks applicable if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts?

Yes, standard statistical normalization formulas approved by central recruitment authorities are applied to adjust for variations in difficulty levels across different examination shifts.

Is there a mandatory service bond required upon appointment?

Selected candidates are required to execute an administrative service bond undertaking to serve the Indian Coast Guard for a specified mandatory tenure, failing which proportionate training and emolument costs must be reimbursed.

What is the duration of the probation period for this cadre?

Appointees undergo a rigorous probation period of two years from the date of joining, during which performance, research output, and conduct are continuously evaluated before confirmation.

Can candidates from all academic branches apply for this Post Doctoral Research role?

No, eligibility is strictly restricted to doctoral degree holders in specific disciplines such as Oceanography, Marine Engineering, Applied Sciences, and relevant technical branches as notified in the official advertisement.

What are the primary posting locations for selected Post Doctoral Researchers?

Postings are generally assigned to premier Coast Guard research establishments, technical directorates, headquarters, and designated maritime research laboratories across India.