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Who is the current head of ICG?
Krishnaswamy Natarajan
| Director General of the Indian Coast Guard | |
|---|---|
| Incumbent Krishnaswamy Natarajan, PVSM, PTM, TM since 1 July 2019 | |
| Indian Coast Guard | |
| Abbreviation | DG ICG |
| Reports to | Minister of Defence |
Is ICG a part of Navy?
It operates under the Ministry of Defence. The Coast Guard works in close cooperation with the Indian Navy, the Department of Fisheries, the Department of Revenue (Customs) and the Central and State police forces….
| Indian Coast Guard | |
|---|---|
| Ensign | |
| Racing stripe | |
| Aircraft flown | |
| Helicopter | HAL Chetak HAL Dhruv |
Is ICG a military?
6.2.6 Indian Coast Guard (ICG) The Indian Coast Guard was formally established on 18 August 1978 by the Coast Guard Act, 1978 of the Parliament of India as an independent Armed force of India. It operates under the Ministry of Defence.
Is Navy and ICG same?
Unlike the Navy, which has a conventional pension system, the ICG has an NPS pension scheme. Unlike ICG ships, which only have light guns, Indian naval ships have bigger and superior armament systems (missiles, heavy guns, modern radar systems, etc.).
What is the salary of ICG?
On joining Indian Coast Guard, you will be placed in Basic pay Rs. 29200/- (Pay Level-5). In addition, you will be paid Yantrik pay @ Rs. 6200/- plus Dearness Allowance and other allowances based on nature of duty/place of posting as per the prevailing regulations enforced time to time.
How do I become a ICG officer?
(a) Candidates who have passed Bachelor’s degree from any recognised university. (b) Mathematics and Physics (XIIth of 10+2+3 scheme of education or equivalent). (b) Weight – Proportionate to the height and weight + 10\% acceptable. (d) Eye Sight – 6/6 6/9 – Uncorrected without glass.
How do I apply for ICG?
Eligible and willing candidates can apply online at joinindiancoastguard.gov.in. The last day of application July 16, 2021, 6.00 PM. It’s a national level competitive exam and candidates from all parts of the country can apply for the posts. While applying online, candidates have to select a particular zone.