Indian Coast Guard, an Armed Force of the Union under the Ministry of Defence, has invited online applications for 365 posts of Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik and Hygienist-I through the Coast Guard Enrolled Persons Test (CGEPT) - 01/2027 and 02/2027 batches. The recruitment is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Online applications are received on ssc.gov.in from 6 October 2026 (11:00 AM) to 21 October 2026 (5:30 PM).
Coast Guard CGEPT Recruitment 2026 at a glance
| Post name | Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik & Hygienist-I |
|---|---|
| Recruiting body | Indian Coast Guard (Ministry of Defence), through Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Batch | CGEPT 01/2027 & 02/2027 |
| Total posts | 365 |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Application starts | 6 October 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Last date | 21 October 2026 (5:30 PM) |
| Application fee | Rs 550; Nil for SC/ST candidates |
| Age limit | Post-wise date of birth ranges (see below); OBC +3 years, SC/ST +5 years |
| Qualification | Post-wise: Class 10 / Class 12 with Maths & Physics / Diploma (see below) |
| Application portal | ssc.gov.in |
Vacancy details (365 posts)
CGEPT-01/2027 batch (190 posts)
| Post | Gender | Posts | Basic pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navik (General Duty) | Male | 117 | Rs 21,700 (Pay Level-3) + DA |
| Navik (General Duty) | Female | 13 | Rs 21,700 (Pay Level-3) + DA |
| Yantrik (Mechanical) | Male | 28 | Rs 29,200 (Pay Level-5) + Yantrik pay Rs 6,200 + DA |
| Yantrik (Electrical) | Male | 23 | Rs 29,200 (Pay Level-5) + Yantrik pay Rs 6,200 + DA |
| Yantrik (Electronics) | Male | 9 | Rs 29,200 (Pay Level-5) + Yantrik pay Rs 6,200 + DA |
| Total (01/2027) | - | 190 | - |
CGEPT-02/2027 batch (175 posts)
| Post | Gender | Posts | Basic pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navik (General Duty) | Male | 117 | Rs 21,700 (Pay Level-3) + DA |
| Navik (General Duty) | Female | 13 | Rs 21,700 (Pay Level-3) + DA |
| Navik (Domestic Branch) | Male | 25 | Rs 21,700 (Pay Level-3) + DA |
| Hygienist-I | Male | 20 | Rs 21,700 (Pay Level-3) + DA |
| Total (02/2027) | - | 175 | - |
Dearness Allowance and other allowances apply as per the prevailing regulations, based on nature of duty and place of posting.
Age limit
Candidates should be born between the following dates (both dates inclusive):
- Navik (General Duty) - 01/2027 & 02/2027 batches: 01 November 2005 to 01 May 2009
- Yantrik - 01/2027 batch: 01 May 2005 to 01 May 2009
- Navik (Domestic Branch) - 02/2027 batch: 01 November 2005 to 01 October 2009
- Hygienist-I - 02/2027 batch: 01 November 2002 to 01 October 2009
Age relaxation: OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) - 3 years; SC/ST - 5 years as per the official notification.
Educational qualification
- Navik (General Duty): Class 12 passed with Maths and Physics from an education board recognised by the Council of Boards for School Education (COBSE).
- Navik (Domestic Branch): Class 10 passed from an education board recognised by COBSE.
- Hygienist-I: Matriculation OR ITI OR equivalent from a Board of Education recognised by the Central/State Government.
- Yantrik: Class 10 passed from an education board recognised by COBSE AND Diploma in Electrical / Mechanical / Electronics / Telecommunication (Radio/Power) Engineering of 3 or 4 years approved by AICTE; OR Class 10 and Class 12 passed from a COBSE-recognised board AND such a Diploma of 2 or 3 years approved by AICTE.
Application fee
- Rs 550 for all candidates except those applying against SC/ST vacancies.
- Nil for candidates applying against SC/ST vacancies.
- Payment mode: online - net banking or Visa / Master / Maestro / Debit Card / UPI.
- Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
Selection process
- Stage-I - Computer Based Examination: 100 multiple-choice questions, 100 marks, 1 hour, in Hindi and English. No negative marking. Qualifying marks: 40 for UR/EWS/OBC and 35 for SC/ST candidates.
- Stage-II - ICG Recruitment Centre: identity and biometric verification, Physical Fitness Test (1.6 km run, squats, push-ups and bent-knee sit-ups), Assessment & Adaptability Test and document verification.
- Stage-III - INS Chilka: identity check, verification of original documents and Pre-Enrolment Medical Examination.
- Stage-IV: final document verification and authentication.
Tentative schedule: Stage-I in early/mid November 2026, Stage-II end of February 2027, and Stage-III in early May 2027 (01/2027 batch) or mid-October 2027 (02/2027 batch).
Important dates
Application starts: 6 October 2026 (11:00 AM)
Last date to apply online: 21 October 2026 (5:30 PM)
Stage-I examination (tentative): early/mid November 2026
Stage-II (tentative): end of February 2027
Stage-III (tentative): early May 2027 for 01/2027 batch; mid-October 2027 for 02/2027 batch
How to apply
- Open ssc.gov.in and register yourself (or log in if already registered). Remember your registered e-mail ID and mobile number - the e-admit card and results are available only through your login.
- Find the Coast Guard CGEPT 01/2027 & 02/2027 recruitment and open the online application form.
- Fill in your personal and educational details exactly as per your documents, including subject-wise marks as printed on your marksheet.
- Upload scanned copies of the required original documents (see the list below).
- Pay the application fee online as per your category.
- Submit the form and keep a printout of the submitted application for reference.
Documents to keep ready
- Recent passport-size colour photograph
- Signature
- Class 10 certificate / marksheet (date of birth proof)
- Class 12 marksheet (for Navik General Duty)
- Diploma certificate (for Yantrik)
- Category certificate - SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / EWS - wherever applicable
- Identity proof - Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Voter ID / Driving Licence / Passport
- Domicile certificate (if claiming relaxation in height, wherever applicable)
Only scanned copies of original documents are accepted. If a document has two or more pages, all pages are to be merged into one file for upload. If you need help with scanning or preparing your documents, visit us at the shop.
Important conditions
- Apply for only one post. If multiple applications are submitted, only the latest one is considered and fees paid for the others are not refunded.
- Live photo capture during registration and thumb biometric verification are part of the identity checks at every stage. Avoid mehndi, wax or anything on the thumbs that can block fingerprint capture.
- E-admit cards are issued only through your own login on the portal. Check your dashboard regularly for every stage.
- Zone-wise vacancies apply to Navik (General Duty) male candidates; Assam falls under the East zone.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for Coast Guard CGEPT 2026?
Online applications close on 21 October 2026 at 5:30 PM on ssc.gov.in. The window opened on 6 October 2026.
How many posts are there in Coast Guard CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027?
365 posts in total - 190 in the 01/2027 batch (Navik GD 130, Yantrik 60) and 175 in the 02/2027 batch (Navik GD 130, Navik Domestic Branch 25, Hygienist-I 20).
What is the application fee?
Rs 550, payable online. Candidates applying against SC/ST vacancies pay no fee.
Can female candidates apply?
Yes. Female candidates can apply for Navik (General Duty) in both batches (13 posts in each batch). The Yantrik, Navik (Domestic Branch) and Hygienist-I posts are open to male candidates only.
Where do I apply for Coast Guard CGEPT 2026?
Online at ssc.gov.in, the Staff Selection Commission portal that is conducting the Coast Guard Enrolled Persons Test for the 01/2027 and 02/2027 batches.
Official Notification
Read the complete official notification (CGEPT 01/2027 & 02/2027 batches) here:
Official links
Online Application Form Coast Guard website SSC website
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