INDIANCOASTGUARD Recruitment Dossier

The Post of Project Assistant

Official gazetted recruitment notification for The Post of Project Assistant administered by INDIANCOASTGUARD Authority (Assam).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: INDIANCOASTGUARD Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 4 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2024-01-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Assam

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	4 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	4 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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A Post Doctoral Research	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
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List of Selected Candidates Advt Nitd C	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2020-07-31
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 The Post of Project Assistant?

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 2024-01-30. 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 visit the official Indian Coast Guard recruitment portal, navigate to the civilian recruitment tab, and complete the preliminary registration by providing a valid mobile number and email address to generate login credentials.

Log in to the portal to fill out the One Time Registration (OTR) profile, carefully entering personal, educational, and category details while ensuring exact alignment with official matriculation certificates to avoid disqualification during scrutiny.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-size photographs, signature, left-hand thumb impression, and essential academic certificates in prescribed digital formats adhering strictly to specified pixel and file size limitations set by the authority.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to complete the nominal application fee transaction, if applicable, noting that reserved categories and female candidates may be exempted as per prevailing government fee concession norms.

Submit the final application form after thorough verification, download and print the submission slip for future reference, and subsequently access the portal to download the officially issued electronic admit card prior to the examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for The Post of Project Assistant 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 Comprehension, Quantitative Aptitude and Numerical Ability, General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness and Current Affairs
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Advanced Project Management Principles, Core Technical and Engineering Concepts, Data Analysis and Technical Documentation, Basic Computer Applications and Database Management
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying Nature	Verification of Original Educational Certificates, Caste and Category Certificate Validation, General Physical Fitness and Anthropometric Measurements, Ophthalmological and Audiometric Standard Checks
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Induction	Based on Aggregate Scores	Normalization of Computer Based Test Scores, Resolution of Tie Cases via Date of Birth and Alphabetical Order, Final Medical Board Clearance, Issuance of Offer of Appointment and Joining Instructions

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Post of Project Assistant under the Indian Coast Guard typically maps to Level 5 or Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, depending on project funding and specific technical qualifications. Assuming a baseline entry in Level 5, the initial basic pay starts at INR 29,200. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at 53 percent of basic pay amounting to INR 15,476, the compensation structure robustly supports government employees. House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by posting location, typically calculated at 27 percent for X-class cities, 18 percent for Y-class, and 9 percent for Z-class (averaging INR 5,256 for Y-class). Transport Allowance (TA) adds INR 3,600 plus applicable DA. This brings the estimated Gross Monthly Salary to approximately INR 55,000. After statutory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) tier-1 contribution (10 percent of basic plus DA) and professional tax, the estimated in-hand net salary ranges between INR 48,000 and INR 50,000 per month.

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 Memorandum guidelines. Age relaxation is granted up to 5 years for SC and ST candidates, 3 years for OBC non-creamy layer candidates, and up to 10 years for PwBD applicants. The EWS category enjoys a 10 percent vertical reservation quota subject to income and asset verification norms. Furthermore, female candidates and applicants belonging to reserved categories are extended fee concessions and exemptions as mandated by central government recruitment rules, ensuring inclusive representation across all socio-economic strata.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — The Post of Project Assistant

What is the expected qualifying cutoff for the Project Assistant recruitment exam?

The qualifying cutoff marks are determined dynamically based on overall candidate performance, total vacancies, and difficulty level, with a minimum baseline qualifying score typically set at 50 percent for unreserved categories and 45 percent for reserved categories.

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

Yes, standard statistical normalization formulas approved by government recruitment boards are applied to adjust for variations in difficulty levels across different shifts to ensure absolute fairness in the final merit list.

Is there any mandatory service bond required upon selection?

Selected candidates may be required to execute a service bond committing to a specified tenure of service with the organization, failing which liquidated damages as per institutional policy must be paid.

What is the duration of the probation period for successfully inducted candidates?

Appointed candidates are typically placed on a probation period of two years from the date of joining, during which their performance, conduct, and suitability for the cadre are continuously evaluated.

Will the syllabus include questions specific to Coast Guard operations and maritime projects?

Yes, while general sections test aptitude and reasoning, the domain specialization paper incorporates questions related to project execution, technical standards, and administrative frameworks relevant to maritime establishments.

What are the primary posting locations for candidates selected as Project Assistants?

Selected personnel can be posted at any Coast Guard Regional Headquarters, Air Stations, Coast Guard Districts, or project sites located across mainland India and the island territories based on administrative requirements.