Coast Guard Assistant Commandant CGCAT 02/2027 Stage I Result 2025
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has announced the result and cutoff marks for the Assistant Commandant (AC) General Duty (GD), Technical, and Law posts for the 02/2027 Batch Stage-I Examination (CGCAT). Qualified candidates are now shortlisted for the Preliminary Selection Board (PSB) or Stage II.
Important Dates & Status
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Stage I (Written) Exam Date | September 2025 |
| Stage I Result Declared | 30 October 2025 (Available) |
| Stage II (PSB) Admit Card | 10 November 2025 (Expected) |
| Stage II (PSB) Date | November - December 2025 |
| Batch | 02/2027 |
Result & Next Stage Overview
The Stage-I Result confirms eligibility for the Preliminary Selection Board (PSB). Shortlisting is done based on the total marks secured in the Stage I Computer-Based Examination (CGCAT). Only a limited number of candidates (typically 20 times the number of vacancies) are called for Stage II.
Candidates must meet the stream-specific cutoff marks to proceed. The Stage II admit card will contain the reporting center details, which are usually one of the Coast Guard Selection Centers (CGSCs).
- Examination Name: Coast Guard Commandant Aptitude Test (CGCAT) - Stage I.
- Conducting Body: Indian Coast Guard (ICG).
- Result Status: Stage I Result Declared.
- Next Stage: Stage II (Preliminary Selection Board - PSB), followed by Stage III (Final Selection Board - FSB).
How to Check Stage I Result & Stage II Schedule
- Visit Official ICG Website: Go to the official website of the Indian Coast Guard **(joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in)**.
- Log in: Use your registered Email ID and Password (which were used for application submission) to log in to the candidate portal.
- Check Result Tab: Navigate to the **"Candidate's Dashboard"** and click on the result tab for **AC 02/2027 Batch**.
- Qualification Status: Your qualification status (Shortlisted/Not Shortlisted) for Stage II will be displayed, along with the cutoff marks for your specific stream.
- Stage II Admit Card: Download and print the Admit Card for Stage II (PSB), expected to be available around **10 November 2025**.
Detailed Selection Stages & Exam Pattern
The Assistant Commandant recruitment is a four-stage process designed to assess candidates on written knowledge, cognitive ability, physical fitness, and final personality evaluation.
Stage I: Computer Based Examination (CGCAT)
The exam is conducted online, typically for a duration of 120 minutes (2 hours). The pattern varies slightly by stream:
| Subject (General Duty) | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 25 | 100 |
| Reasoning & Numerical Ability | 25 | 100 |
| General Science & Mathematics (upto Class 12) | 25 | 100 |
| General Knowledge | 25 | 100 |
| Total | 100 | 400 |
Negative Marking: There is **no negative marking** in the Stage I CGCAT examination.
Syllabus Highlights:
- English: Reading Comprehension, Grammar (Parts of Speech, Tenses), Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms).
- Reasoning: Verbal, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Series, Analogy, Coding-Decoding.
- Numerical Ability: Simplification, Time and Work, Profit and Loss, Ratio and Proportion, Basic Algebra.
- General Knowledge: Current Events (National & International), Indian Politics, History, Geography, Defence related topics.
Stage II: Preliminary Selection Board (PSB)
Conducted over one day at various centers, this stage comprises:
- Computer Based Cognitive Test (CBCT): Assesses verbal and non-verbal reasoning abilities.
- Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PP&DT): Candidates must write a story based on a projected image and then discuss it in a group to reach a common consensus.
Stage III: Final Selection Board (FSB)
Candidates clearing Stage II are called for the Final Selection Board (FSB), which is held at the ICG Selection Board in Noida. This stage is more comprehensive and includes:
- Psychological Test Battery
- Group Task Test
- Interview (Personality Test)
The final merit list is prepared based on the candidate's performance in both Stage I and Stage III.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the Stage II (PSB) Admit Card be released?
The Admit Card for the Preliminary Selection Board (PSB) is expected to be available for download on the official candidate portal around **10 November 2025**, approximately ten days before the test commences.
What is the passing criteria for the Stage I CGCAT?
Qualification depends on meeting the minimum passing marks in each section and exceeding the overall cutoff marks determined by the ICG, which varies by stream (GD, Tech, Law) and category.
Is Stage II a qualifying round or does it count toward the final merit?
Stage II (PSB) is primarily a qualifying round. The final merit is calculated based on the marks secured in the Stage I (CGCAT) written test and the Stage III (FSB) performance.
Where are the Stage II centers usually located?
Stage II (PSB) centers are typically located in Coast Guard Selection Centers (CGSCs) in major cities like Noida, Chennai, Kolkata, and Mumbai. The exact center will be allotted on the Stage II Admit Card.
What is the significance of the 02/2027 batch number?
The batch number indicates the year the officers are commissioned. 02/2027 means this is the second intake of Assistant Commandants scheduled to be commissioned in the year 2027.
What is the minimum height requirement for the AC GD post?
The minimum required height for the Assistant Commandant (General Duty) post is 157 cms. Relaxation is provided for candidates from specific tribal areas and regions.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Log in to Check Stage I Result Status | Click Here |
| Download Stage II (PSB) Admit Card (Link Active Soon) | Click Here |
| Download Official Result Notification | Click Here |
| Official ICG Website | Click Here |