The Indian Coast Guard, the maritime armed force that protects India's coastline, has announced recruitment for the post of Foreman of Stores, a General Central Service Group B, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial civilian position, with four vacancies in total. The role involves acting as custodian of the storehouse, supervising staff, managing inventory and assisting senior officers with audits, with posting at coastal locations such as Karwar, Minicoy, Pipavav and Bhubaneswar.
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026 - Foreman of Stores Posts
Posted 29 Sept 2026Updated 29 Sept 2026
Total Vacancies
4
Last Date
03 Nov
16 days left
Apply Mode
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Status
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Recruitment status
Applications open
Last date 03 Nov 2026 · 16 days left
- Notification19 Sept
- Applications Open19 Sept
About Indian Coast Guard Foreman of Stores Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Coast Guard
- Post Name
- Foreman of Stores
- Job Location
- All India
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Selected candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India, in the mainland or Andaman & Nicobar / Lakshadweep islands)
- Age Limit
- 18–30 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- One year of experience in handling stores and keeping accounts in store for Master's degree holders; two years of such experience for Bachelor's degree or Diploma holders
- Pay Scale
- Level 6 in the Pay Matrix (Central Government pay structure)
Vacancy Breakdown
Foreman of Stores
4
UR 2ST 1EWS 1
| Post Name | UR | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foreman of Stores | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
Eligibility Details
Foreman of Stores - Educational Qualification and Experience
Master's degree in Economics or Commerce or Statistics or Business Studies or Public Administration from a recognised University or Institute AND one year experience in handling stores and keeping accounts in store in a concern of Central Government or State Government or Statutory or Autonomous Organisation or Public Sector Undertaking or University or any recognised institution or Bank or a private sector organisation listed on the Stock Exchange of India. OR Bachelor's degree in Economics or Commerce or Statistics or Business Studies or Public Administration from a recognised University or Institute OR Diploma in Material Management or Warehousing Management or Purchasing or Logistics or Public Procurement from a recognised University or Institute AND two years' experience in handling stores and keeping accounts in store in such a concern.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Foreman of Stores - Educational Qualification and Experience | Master's degree in Economics or Commerce or Statistics or Business Studies or Public Administration from a recognised University or Institute AND one year experience in handling stores and keeping accounts in store in a concern of Central Government or State Government or Statutory or Autonomous Organisation or Public Sector Undertaking or University or any recognised institution or Bank or a private sector organisation listed on the Stock Exchange of India. OR Bachelor's degree in Economics or Commerce or Statistics or Business Studies or Public Administration from a recognised University or Institute OR Diploma in Material Management or Warehousing Management or Purchasing or Logistics or Public Procurement from a recognised University or Institute AND two years' experience in handling stores and keeping accounts in store in such a concern. |
Age Limit
18 to 30 years as on 03-11-2026
Age Relaxation
5 years for ST candidates against reserved vacancies; up to 5 years for eligible Government servants as per Central Government instructions
Selection Process
- 1Scrutiny of Applications
Applications are scrutinised against the eligibility criteria and enclosed documents; only verified candidates are issued admit cards by post and shortlisted names are published on the Indian Coast Guard website.
- 2Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates undergo document verification on the day of the examination and must bring the original documents listed on the admit card.
- 3Written Examination
Pen-and-paper objective test of 80 questions carrying 80 marks, one hour, bilingual, with no negative marking.
- 4Preparation of Merit List
Merit list is prepared strictly on the basis of marks obtained in the written examination and published on the Indian Coast Guard website.
Exam Pattern
1 HourPen-and-paper (offline)Negative: No negative marking
Mathematics (Arithmetic)
15 questions · 15 marks
Mental Ability / Reasoning
15 questions · 15 marks
General Awareness
15 questions · 15 marks
English
15 questions · 15 marks
Questions related to the profession
20 questions · 20 marks
| Subject | Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics (Arithmetic) | 15 | 15 | — |
| Mental Ability / Reasoning | 15 | 15 | — |
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 | — |
| English | 15 | 15 | — |
| Questions related to the profession | 20 | 20 | — |
Salary Structure
Level 6 in the Pay Matrix (Central Government pay structure)
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application form given at Annexure-I of the notification.
- 2Fill the application form in English or Hindi and affix a self-attested recent colour photograph in the prescribed place.
- 3Attach self-attested photocopies of Aadhaar card, matriculation mark sheet and certificate, UG/PG/Diploma mark sheets and certificates, category certificate, experience certificate and NOC if applicable.
- 4Enclose two recent passport-size colour photographs and a separate self-addressed blank envelope with a Rs. 50 postal stamp pasted on it.
- 5Superscribe the envelope in bold letters with 'APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF FOREMAN OF STORES' and the category applied under.
- 6Send the application by ordinary post to The Director General, For PD (Recruitment), Coast Guard Headquarters, Directorate of Recruitment, C-1, Phase II, Industrial Area, Sector 62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201309 so that it reaches by 3 November 2026.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested copy of Aadhaar card
•Self-attested matriculation or equivalent mark sheet and certificate
•Self-attested UG/PG/Diploma mark sheets and certificates
•Latest ST or EWS category certificate
•Experience certificate
•NOC from employer for government employees
•Two recent passport-size colour photographs
•Separate self-addressed blank envelope with a Rs. 50 postal stamp pasted on it
Important Details
- Applications must be sent by ordinary post only; applications delivered by hand or by courier will not be considered.
- Government employees must forward their application through the proper channel with an NOC before the closing date, and candidates who fail to produce the NOC are liable to rejection.
- Candidates facing a criminal case or police investigation after registration of an FIR are debarred from applying.
- All supporting documents must have been issued on or before 3 November 2026, and the EWS certificate must be valid for the current financial year.
- Original certificates should not be sent with the application but must be produced at document verification.
Nature of Duties
- Custodian of the storehouse
- Supervision of staff working under the Foreman of Stores
- Assisting the superior officer in audit of ledgers and folios and liaison with the audit authority
- Inventory control of all items in the storehouse and disposal of scrap
- Supervising the issue and receipt of stores in the warehouse for efficient material management
- Any other duties related to stores and service requirements
Examination Centres
- New Mangalore
- Bhubaneswar
ST Travel Concession
ST candidates are entitled to 2nd class rail or bus fare by the shortest route as per Government rules, reimbursed at the written examination venue on submission of original tickets. The concession is not admissible if the centre is less than 30 km from the candidate's residence or the candidate is already in Central or State Government service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there any negative marking in the written examination?
No. The written examination has no negative marking and each correct answer carries one mark.
Can the application be submitted by hand or courier?
No. Applications must be sent by ordinary post only; those delivered by hand or courier will not be considered.
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