Indian Coast Guard Foreman Stores Recruitment 2026: Apply for 4 Group B Posts

Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), Directorate of Recruitment, has released an official notification for the recruitment of Foreman of Stores under Group ‘B’ Civilian Personnel – 2026. Eligible Indian citizens can apply through the prescribed offline application format.

A total of 4 Foreman of Stores vacancies are available under UR, ST and EWS categories. The application process starts on 19 September 2026, and the last date for receipt of applications is 03 November 2026.

Indian Coast Guard Foreman Stores Recruitment 2026 – Overview

The vacancies are tentative and may change according to service requirements. Selected candidates may also be liable to serve anywhere in India, including mainland India, Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep Islands.

Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Vacancy 2026

The category-wise vacancy details are:

The notification clearly states that the vacancies are tentative and may be revised depending on service requirements.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must fulfil one of the following qualification routes:

Option 1 – Master’s Degree

A Master’s Degree in any of the following subjects from a recognised University or Institute:

• Economics
• Commerce
• Statistics
• Business Studies
• Public Administration

And

Candidates must have one year of experience in handling stores and keeping accounts in a store in any of the following organisations:

• Central Government
• State Government
• Statutory or Autonomous Organisation
• Public Sector Undertaking
• University
• Recognised Institution
• Bank
• Private sector organisation listed on the Stock Exchange of India

Option 2 – Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma

A Bachelor’s Degree in:

• Economics
• Commerce
• Statistics
• Business Studies
• Public Administration

OR

A Diploma in:

• Material Management
• Warehousing Management
• Purchasing
• Logistics
• Public Procurement

The candidate must also have two years of relevant experience in handling stores and keeping store accounts in the organisations specified in the notification.

Age Limit

As per the notification:

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 30 Years
• ST candidates: 5 years’ relaxation against reserved vacancies.
• Government servants: Up to 5 years’ relaxation as per Central Government rules.

The age will be calculated as on the last date of submission of the application, i.e. 03 November 2026.

Salary and Pay Scale

The selected candidates for the Foreman of Stores post will be placed in:

Pay Level-6: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400

The post is classified as General Central Service, Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial.

Foreman of Stores Job Responsibilities

The major duties mentioned in the notification include:

• Acting as custodian of the store house.
• Supervising staff working under the Foreman.
• Assisting senior officers in ledger/folio audits.
• Liaising with audit authorities.
• Maintaining inventory control of items in the store house.
• Supervising disposal of scrap.
• Supervising the receipt and issue of stores in the warehouse.
• Supporting efficient and effective material management.
• Performing other duties related to stores and service.

Selection Process

The Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores selection process consists of:

1. Application Scrutiny
2. Admit Card
3. Document Verification
4. Written Examination
5. Merit List

Applications will first be scrutinised according to the eligibility criteria and required documents. Shortlisted candidates will be issued admit cards, and the list of shortlisted candidates will also be published on the Indian Coast Guard website.

Written Examination Pattern

The written examination will be pen-paper based and the question paper will be bilingual.

Duration: 1 Hour
Total Questions: 80
Total Marks: 80
Negative Marking: No

The notification states that each correct answer carries one mark and there is no negative marking. The passing marks specified are 40 for UR/EWS and 36 for ST.

Indian Coast Guard Foreman Exam Syllabus

Mathematics

The Mathematics syllabus includes:

• Mathematical Simplification
• Ratio and Proportion
• Interest
• Profit & Loss
• Percentage
• Work
• Time
• Speed and Distance
• Simple Mensuration
• Average
• Median
• Mode

English

Topics include:

• Passage
• Prepositions
• Sentence Correction
• Active and Passive Voice
• Direct and Indirect Speech
• Verbs
• Tenses
• Non-Finites
• Punctuation
• Phrasal Verbs
• Synonyms and Antonyms
• Difficult Words
• Adjectives
• Compound Prepositions

General Awareness

The syllabus covers:

• Geography
• Soil, Rivers and Mountains
• Ports and Inland Harbours
• Culture and Religion
• Freedom Movement
• Indian History
• Defence and Wars
• Neighbouring Countries
• Awards and Authors
• Discoveries
• Diseases and Nutrition
• Current Affairs
• Languages
• Capitals and Currencies
• Sports
• General Science

Reasoning

Important areas include:

• Spatial Reasoning
• Numerical Reasoning
• Associative Ability
• Logical Reasoning
• Sequences
• Coding-Decoding
• Seating Arrangement
• Blood Relations
• Inequality
• Decision Making
• Input-Output

Professional Knowledge

Questions related to the post will cover:

• Supply Chain Management
• Receipt of supplies and materials
• Storage procedures
• Requisitioning
• Disbursement of supplies and materials
• Store ledgers
• Connected store documents

The notification also states that the syllabus is indicative and not exhaustive.

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How to Apply for Indian Coast Guard Foreman Recruitment 2026

Candidates have to apply using the prescribed application form given in Annexure-I.

The application can be filled out in English or Hindi. Candidates should attach self-attested photocopies of the required documents. Original certificates should not be sent with the application.

Documents Required

Candidates should attach the applicable documents, including:

• Aadhaar Card
• Matriculation Mark Sheet and Certificate
• UG/PG/Diploma Mark Sheets and Certificate
• Experience Certificate
• ST/EWS Category Certificate, where applicable
• NOC from the employer, where applicable
• Two recent passport-size colour photographs
• A separate blank self-addressed envelope with ₹50 postal stamp

All documents should have been issued on or before 03 November 2026.

Application Address

The completed application along with all required documents must be sent by ordinary post only to:

The Director General,
For PD (Rectt),
Coast Guard Headquarters,
Directorate of Recruitment,
C-1, Phase II, Industrial Area,
Sector-62, Noida,
U.P. – 201309

Applications sent by hand or courier will not be considered.

Envelope Superscription

Candidates must clearly write in bold letters on the envelope:

“APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF FOREMAN OF STORES”

The category under which the candidate is applying should also be mentioned. Applications without the required superscription may be rejected.

Important Dates

The exact date, time and venue of the written examination will be communicated through the admit card. The notification mentions New Mangalore and Bhubaneswar as examination centres, subject to change for administrative/technical reasons.

Important Instructions

Candidates should carefully check their eligibility before applying. Providing false or incorrect information can lead to cancellation of candidature.

Applications may be rejected for reasons such as:

• Incomplete application
• Candidate being overage
• Incorrect information
• Photograph not affixed
• Required self-attested documents missing
• ₹50 stamped self-addressed envelope not enclosed
• Required envelope superscription missing

Government employees must forward their applications through the proper channel along with the required NOC.

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Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026 – Conclusion

The Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026 offers 4 Group B civilian vacancies for eligible candidates with the prescribed educational qualification and relevant stores/accounts experience. The post carries Level-6 pay of ₹35,400–₹1,12,400. Applications are accepted through offline mode from 19 September 2026 to 03 November 2026.

Candidates should read the complete official notification carefully and ensure that all required documents are enclosed before sending the application.