INDIANCOASTGUARD Recruitment Dossier

Jrf Srf in a Sponsored P

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Jrf Srf in a Sponsored P 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
A Post Doctoral Research	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

Active Procurement Tenders by INDIANCOASTGUARD

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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 Jrf Srf in a Sponsored P?

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

Navigate to the official Indian Coast Guard recruitment portal, locate the dedicated sponsored project recruitment tab, and complete the basic user registration using a valid email ID and active mobile number.

Log into the applicant dashboard to execute the One Time Registration (OTR) by meticulously inputting accurate personal details, educational qualifications, academic history, and uploading profile credentials.

Scan and upload recent passport-sized color photographs, signature specimens, self-attested caste or category certificates, and consolidated academic marksheets strictly adhering to the specified dimension and file size formats.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway interface to verify application details and complete the nominal processing fee transaction, ensuring generation and downloading of the electronic payment receipt.

Upon successful application submission, monitor the portal periodically for notification announcements regarding the release of the electronic admit card, which must be downloaded and printed for verification.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Jrf Srf in a Sponsored P 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: Application Screening & Shortlisting	Not Applicable (Merit-based)	Percentage of marks in qualifying degrees (B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc/M.Tech), Validity and score of national level tests like GATE or CSIR-UGC NET, Verification of essential educational qualifications and age limits, Assessment of relevant research publications or project experience
Stage 2: Written Examination / Domain Test	100 Marks / 90 Minutes	Advanced engineering mathematics and applied numerical methods, Core domain specialization subjects corresponding to the sponsored project mandate, Research methodology, scientific writing, and data analysis techniques, General aptitude, logical reasoning, and technical comprehension
Stage 3: Personal Interview & Research Presentation	50 Marks / 30 Minutes per candidate	In-depth technical knowledge and conceptual clarity in core discipline, Defense of past academic projects or thesis work, Problem-solving aptitude and innovative thinking in maritime or defense domains, Communication skills, research potential, and professional demeanor
Stage 4: Medical Examination & Document Verification	Qualifying Nature / 1 to 2 Days	Thorough medical fitness evaluation by military or civil board of officers, Original document authentication including degrees, caste certificates, and identity proofs, Background verification and clearance formalities, Final merit list compilation and offer of appointment issuance

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Junior Research Fellow / Senior Research Fellow (JRF/SRF) position in a sponsored project under the Indian Coast Guard operates on consolidated fellowship structures governed by Department of Science and Technology (DST) guidelines, which often align with 7th Central Pay Commission equivalence tables for scientific personnel. A typical JRF receives an entry basic fellowship starting at INR 37,000 per month, while an SRF starts at INR 42,000 per month. Dearness Allowance is generally not applicable to fellowship grants, though institutional house rent allowance (HRA) is admissible at 24 percent for Class X, 16 percent for Class Y, and 8 percent for Class Z cities based on the project location. Transport allowance and annual increments are subject to specific project sanction terms. The gross monthly emoluments range from INR 40,000 to INR 52,000 depending on the city classification. After statutory deductions towards professional tax or institutional welfare funds, the estimated net in-hand salary ranges between INR 38,500 and INR 50,500.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Reservation of vacancies for Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) is strictly governed in accordance with Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums. Upper age relaxation is admissible up to 5 years for SC and ST candidates, 3 years for non-creamy layer OBC candidates, and 10 years for PwBD applicants. The EWS category receives a 10 percent vertical reservation benefit subject to income and asset certificate verification. Women candidates and reserved category applicants are exempted from payment of application fees as per extant central government directives, ensuring equitable participation across all societal segments in public employment and project recruitment.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Jrf Srf in a Sponsored P

What is the expected cutoff percentage for shortlisting in the JRF/SRF project recruitment?

The shortlisting cutoff depends on the volume of applications and GATE/NET scores, generally requiring a minimum of 60 percent aggregate in the qualifying master's or bachelor's degree alongside a valid national-level test score.

Is normalization of marks applied during the written examination stage?

Normalization is generally not applicable unless the written examination is conducted across multiple shifts or distinct test papers, in which case standard statistical normalization formulas approved by central authorities are applied.

Is there a mandatory service bond associated with this sponsored project position?

Selected candidates are typically required to sign an undertaking or service bond agreeing to complete the tenure of the sponsored project, failing which administrative recovery or resignation notice periods apply as per institutional norms.

What is the probation period for candidates appointed through this recruitment?

The initial appointment is made on a temporary project basis for a duration of one year, extendable annually based on satisfactory performance reviews, thus operating without a traditional permanent civil service probation period.

Where can I find the detailed syllabus for the domain technical test?

The detailed syllabus outlines core engineering, science, or technology disciplines relevant to the specific sponsored project and is published alongside the official recruitment notification on the Coast Guard portal.

What are the primary posting locations for selected JRF and SRF candidates?

Posting locations are strictly tied to the designated laboratories, research centers, or Coast Guard establishments overseeing the sponsored project, primarily situated in major coastal cities and defense R&D hubs across India.