(a)  Candidates applying for Assistant Commandant (GD)(P/N) will give section I of screening test, which will be a computer based examination consisting of 100 questions(4 marks for each correct answer). Stage I examination will be conducted on PAN India basis for a duration of two hours. Section I is divided into four subsections consist of English, Reasoning & Numerical Ability, General Science & Mathematical aptitude and General Knowledge. Candidate is required to pass in all subsections separately with minimum marks given below. The subjects and distribution of marks for each post is described below:-

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(b)   Candidate reporting for screening test will first undergo photo and biometric registration. Photo & biometric registered in stage I will be verified in subsequent stages of CGCAT.

Candidates shortlisted through CGCAT undergo PSB testing conducted for a day at NOIDA, Mumbai/Goa, Chennai and Kolkata centres. Candidates will be screened through Computerised Cognitive Battery Test (CCBT) and Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PP & DT). Based on grading of CCBT and PP&DT combined the candidates are recommended by the board of assessors (IO, GTO and TO) for Final Selection Board (FSB).

FSB is conducted at the only Coast Guard Selection Board (CGSB) located at NOIDA and spans over five days. It is same as Selection Board of other services. The candidates are subjected to Psychological Test (Thematic Apperception Test, Word Association Test, Situation Reaction Test and Self-Description), Group Tasks (Group Discussion, Lecturette, Group Planning Exercise, outdoor Group Tasks) and Interview. Board conference is held on last day and thereafter, recommended candidates are sent for initial medical Examination.

(a)   The candidates recommended by the FSB board/ clear stage-III will undergo a special medical examination by a Board of service medical officers at Base Hospital, New Delhi. It takes 4 to 5 days’ time to complete the special medical board (SMB). Only those candidates, who are declared fit by the SMB, will be considered for merit. Candidates declared unfit by the SMB have the liberty to undergo appeal medical board (AMB). Click here for Medical/Physical Standards acceptable in ICG.

Appeal Medical Board (AMB)

The Appeal Medical Board will be held at one of the following hospitals :-

1. Base Hospital, Delhi Cantt.
2. Command Hospital, Southern Command, Pune.
3. Command Hospital, Eastern Command, Kolkata.
4. Command Hospital, Central Command, Lucknow.
5. Command Hospital, Western Command, Chandimandir.
6. Command Hospital, Air Force, Bangalore.
7. Command Hospital, Northern Command, Udhampur.
8. INHS, Ashvini, Mumbai.

The candidates will report for medical examination within the stipulated period i.e., 42 days from the date last examined by the Special Medical Board for re-examination along with the receipted copy of the e-MRO of Rupees 40/- as directed by the President Medical Board.

Review Medical Board (RMB)

In case of candidate being declared unfit by the Appeal Medical Board, he/she may challenge the proceedings and may be granted review of medical proceedings based on the merit of the case. Any candidate desiring for a review should address the request to Director General {for Principal Directorate (Recruitment)} Indian Coast Guard with a copy to the President of Appeal Medical Board within one day of the holding of Appeal Medical Board. The application for RMB are routed to DG AFMS through DMS, CGHQ. The decision for grant of RMB is with DG AFMS, and is not a matter of right. RMBs are conducted at R&R Hospital Delhi Cantt and AFMC, Pune.

Decision of RMB will be final. No further appeal will be accepted.

All India Merit list will be based on combined marks of stage I (40% weightage) & FSB (60% weightage). The candidates as per select list are required to report at INA Ezhimala for 22 weeks of Naval Orientation Course (NOC).

(a) Height
Only male candidate can apply for this post and Minimum height required is 162 cms and maximum height is 197 cms, leg length minimum 99 cms.

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Table 1. - Height / Weight standards for male candidate (in kgs)

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Visual standard acceptable for Assistant Commandant (GD) (Pilot/Navigator) in ICG is as follows:-

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History of recurrent ear ache, tinnitus or vertigo, impairment of hearing, disease of the external meatus including atresia, exostosis or neoplasm which prevent a thorough examination of the drum, unhealed perforation of the tympanic membrane, aural discharge or sign of acute or chronic suppurative otitis media, evidence of radical or modified radical mastoid operation, are a cause for being unfit.

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Disease of the bones or cartilages of the nose, marked nasal allergy, nasal polyps, atrophic rhinitis, disease of the accessory Sinuses and nasopharynx are causes for rejection.

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Disease of throat, palate, tongue, tonsils, gums and disease or injury affecting the normal function of either mandibular joints should be absent.

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(d) Disease of the larynx and impediment of speech should be absent

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(a) Disease of the thyroid gland is a cause for rejection.
(b) Enlarged glands, tubercular or due to other diseases in the neck or other parts of the body are a cause for rejection.

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A candidate should not have:-

(a) Skin disease unless temporary or trivial.
(b) Scars which by their extent or position cause or are likely to cause disability or marked disfigurement.
(c) Hyperhydrosis palmar, plantar, or axillary.
(d) Congenital, active or latent sexually transmitted diseases.

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A candidate should not have:-

(a) History of chronic cough or bronchial asthma are cause for rejection.
(b) Evidence of pulmonary tuberculosis is a cause for rejection.
(c) Evidence of diseases of bronchi, lungs or pleurae detected on radiological examination of the chest will disqualify the candidate.

A candidate should not have:-

(a) Functional or organic disease of the heart or blood vessels, presence of murmurs or clicks on auscultation.
(b) Tachycardia (Pulse Rate persistently over 96/min at rest), bradycardia (Pulse Rate persistently below 40/min at rest), any abnormality of peripheral pulses.
(c) Blood pressure exceeding 140mm Hg systolic or 90 mmHg diastolic.

A candidate should not have:-

(a) Evidence of any disease of the gastro-intestinal tract. Enlargement of liver, gall bladder or spleen, tenderness on abdominal palpation, evidence/history of extensive abdominal surgery.
(b) Fistula in ano, anal fissure, or hemorrhoids, unless satisfactory treatment has been carried out.
(c) Inguinal or any other hernia or tendency thereto.

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A candidate should not have:-

(a) Any evidence of defect/disease of genital organ, hydrocele, varicocele.
(b) Disease or malformation of the kidneys or urethra.
(c) Incontinence of Urine, nocturnal enuresis.
(d) Any abnormality on examination of urine including albuminuria or glycosuria.
(e) Bilateral undescended testis, Unilateral undescended testis, retained in the inguinal canal or at the external abdominal ring unless corrected by operation.

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(a) Organic disease of Central Nervous System is not acceptable.
(b) Tremors, not acceptable.
(c) Candidates with history of fits or recurrent attacks of headache/migraine will not be accepted.

History or evidence of mental disease or nervous instability in the candidate or his family not acceptable.

It should be ensured that a sufficient number of natural and sound teeth are present for efficient mastication. Teeth not considered necessary for efficient mastication are allotted one point each, and those essential two points each.

(a) Dental points less than 14 are a cause for rejection. A candidate must have a minimum of 14 dental points to be acceptable in order to assess the dental condition of an individual, points are allotted as under for teeth in good apposition with corresponding teeth in either jaw.

(b) The following teeth in good functional apposition must be present in each jaw:

(c) Candidates suffering from severe pyorrhoea will be rejected. When the state of pyorrhoea is such that in the opinion of the dental officer, it can be cured without extraction of teeth, the candidates may be accepted. A note about the affected teeth is to be inserted by the dental officer in the medical documents(AFMSF-2A).
(d) Artificial dentures are a cause for rejection, however ex-servicemen, deputationists, and those seconded from other Government departments having well fitted dentures may be accepted except divers.

(a) Weak constitution, imperfect development, congenital malformation, muscle wasting.

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(b) Malformation of the head including deformity from fracture or depression of the bones of the skull.
(c) Disease or abnormal curvature of the spine. Scoliosis more than 10 by Cobb's method in less than 25 years of age, and 15 in more than 25 years of age. X-Ray of spine may be done on the advice of the appropriate specialist.
(d) Skeletal deformity either hereditary or acquired, and disease or impairment of function of bones or joints.

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(e) Asymmetry of torso or limbs, abnormality of locomotion including amputation.
(f) Deformity of feet and toes.

Candidates for the Coast Guard with the following minor defects may be accepted. These defects are however to be noted in the medical forms on entry.

(a) Knock knees with a separation of less than 5 cm at the internal malleoli.
(b) Mild curvature of legs not affecting walking or running Intercondylar distance should not be over 7 cm.
(c) Mild hammer toe and minor degree of hallux valgus.
(d) Flexible flat feet with no significant history of pain.
(e) Healed perforation of the ear drum without any discontinuity is acceptable, provided the hearing is normal.
(f) Mild stammering not affecting expression.
(g) Mild degree of varicocele.
(h) Mild degree of varicose veins.
(j) The carrying angle of elbow should not be more than10 degrees for male candidate and 15 degrees for female candidates.

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(k) Any other slight defect which produces no functional disability and which in the opinion of the medical officer/medical board will not interfere with the individuals efficiency as an officer or enrolled personnel.