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Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026 – 365 Vacancies

STAFF SELECTION COMMISSION, SSC

The Indian Coast Guard, Ministry of Defence, has announced recruitment of Enrolled Persons through the Coast Guard Enrolled Persons Test (CGEPT) for batches 01/2027 and 02/2027. The recruitment is being conducted through the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Online applications are invited from eligible male and female Indian citizens for posts including Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik and Hygienist-I. The online application process will be conducted from 06 October 2026 at 11:00 AM to 21 October 2026 at 5:30 PM through the SSC website. A total of 365 tentative vacancies are available across both CGEPT batches.

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1. Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026 – 365 Vacancies – Overview

The Indian Coast Guard, Ministry of Defence, has announced recruitment of Enrolled Persons through the Coast Guard Enrolled Persons Test (CGEPT) for batches 01/2027 and 02/2027. The recruitment is being conducted through the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Online applications are invited from eligible male and female Indian citizens for posts including Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik and Hygienist-I. The online application process will be conducted from 06 October 2026 at 11:00 AM to 21 October 2026 at 5:30 PM through the SSC website. A total of 365 tentative vacancies are available across both CGEPT batches.

2. Quick Details

Quick Details
ParticularDetails
OrganizationIndian Coast Guard
MinistryMinistry of Defence
Recruitment AuthorityStaff Selection Commission (SSC)
ExaminationCoast Guard Enrolled Persons Test (CGEPT)
BatchCGEPT-01/2027 & CGEPT-02/2027
PostsNavik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik, Hygienist-I
Eligible CandidatesMale and Female Indian Citizens
Application ModeOnline
Application Start Date06 October 2026
Application Start Time11:00 AM
Last Date to Apply21 October 2026
Application Closing Time5:30 PM
Total Tentative Vacancies365
Selection ProcessStage-I, Stage-II, Stage-III & Stage-IV
Stage-IComputer Based Online Examination
Stage-IIPFT, Assessment & Adaptability Test, Document Verification, Medical
Stage-IIIINS Chilka Recruitment/Verification/Pre-Enrolment Medical
Stage-IVVerification/Authentication of Original Documents
Job LocationIndian Coast Guard
Training CentreINS Chilka
The recruitment advertisement is specifically for enrolment in the Indian Coast Guard through CGEPT Batches 01/2027 and 02/2027.

3. Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Vacancy 2026

The vacancies are divided between CGEPT-01/2027 and CGEPT-02/2027.
CGEPT-01/2027 Vacancy
Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Vacancy 2026
PostGenderUREWSOBCSCSTTotal
Navik (General Duty)Male4411361412117
Navik (General Duty)Female8131013
Yantrik (Mechanical)Male9255728
Yantrik (Electrical)Male10253323
Yantrik (Electronics)Male501219
Total—7616502523190

The official advertisement provides 130 Navik (GD) vacancies and 60 Yantrik vacancies for CGEPT-01/2027.

CGEPT-02/2027 Vacancy

Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Vacancy 2026
PostGenderUREWSOBCSCSTTotal
Navik (General Duty)Male481136148117
Navik (General Duty)Female5142113
Navik (Domestic Branch)Male11275025
Hygienist-IMale9155020
Total—731552269175

The official advertisement provides 130 Navik (GD), 25 Navik (DB) and 20 Hygienist-I vacancies for CGEPT-02/2027.

Overall Vacancy Summary

Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Vacancy 2026
BatchPostTotal Vacancies
CGEPT-01/2027Navik (GD)130
CGEPT-01/2027Yantrik60
CGEPT-02/2027Navik (GD)130
CGEPT-02/2027Navik (DB)25
CGEPT-02/2027Hygienist-I20
TotalAll Posts365

Note: The vacancies are tentative and may change.

4. Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Eligibility 2026

Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Eligibility 2026
PostEducational QualificationGender
Navik (GD)Class 12th with Mathematics and PhysicsMale & Female
Navik (DB)Class 10thMale
Yantrik – MechanicalClass 10th + relevant AICTE-approved DiplomaMale
Yantrik – ElectricalClass 10th + relevant AICTE-approved DiplomaMale
Yantrik – ElectronicsClass 10th + relevant AICTE-approved DiplomaMale
Hygienist-IMatriculation / ITI / EquivalentMale

5. Yantrik Equivalent Diploma Branches

The advertisement provides a list of equivalent diploma qualifications for recruitment to the Yantrik cadre.
Electrical Engineering

Examples listed include:

  • Electrical and Electronics (Power System)
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering
  • Electrical and Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering (Electronics and Power)
  • Electrical Engineering (Industrial Control)
  • Electrical Engineering (Instrumentation and Control)
  • Electrical Power System Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Examples listed include:
Marine Engineering / Marine Engineering and Systems
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering (Production)
Mechanical Engineering (Automobile)
Mechanical Engineering (Refrigeration and Air Conditioning)
Mechanical Engineering (Repair & Maintenance)
Production Engineering
Ship Building Engineering
Electronics / Telecommunication Engineering
Examples listed include:
Advanced Electronics and Communication Engineering
Electronic Instrumentation and Control Engineering
Electronics Engineering
Electronics (Fibre Optics)
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Electronics and Electrical Engineering
Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
Candidates should carefully compare their diploma title with the official equivalence list before applying.

6. Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Age Limit 2026

The age requirement differs according to the post and batch.
Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Age Limit 2026
Post / BatchDate of Birth Requirement
Navik (GD) – 01/2027 & 02/20271 November 2005 to 1 May 2009
Yantrik – 01/20271 May 2005 to 1 May 2009
Navik (DB) – 02/20271 November 2005 to 1 October 2009
Hygienist-I – 02/20271 November 2002 to 1 October 2009

7. Age Relaxation

Age Relaxation
CategoryRelaxation
OBC3 Years
SC/ST5 Years
The age ranges and category relaxations are prescribed in the official advertisement.

8. Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Selection Process 2026

The selection process consists of four stages:

  • 1. Stage-I – Computer Based Online Examination
  • 2. Stage-II – Physical Fitness Test, Assessment & Adaptability Test, Document Verification and Recruitment Medical Examination
  • 3. Stage-III – INS Chilka reporting, document verification and pre-enrolment medicals
  • 4. Stage-IV – Verification/authentication of original educational and other documents

Candidates must qualify all applicable stages and meet the prescribed medical standards. Stage-I – Computer Based Examination Stage-I is a Computer Based Examination.

Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Selection Process 2026
ParticularDetails
Examination TypeComputer Based Examination
Total Questions100
Marks per Question1
Total Marks100
Duration1 Hour
LanguageHindi & English
Question TypeObjective / MCQ
Negative MarkingNo

There is no negative marking for wrong answers.

Stage-I Passing Marks

Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Selection Process 2026
CategoryMinimum Passing Marks
UR / EWS / OBC40
SC / ST35

If the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, marks will be normalized and the normalized scores will be used for determining merit and cut-offs.

Stage-II – Recruitment Process Candidates are shortlisted for Stage-II based on their Stage-I performance and the handling capacity of Indian Coast Guard Recruitment Centres. The Stage-II process for CGEPT-01/2027 and CGEPT-02/2027 will be conducted conjointly. Candidates shortlisted for Stage-II must upload additional documents and select their preferred date and centre within the prescribed period. Date and centre allocation is on a first-come, first-served basis subject to availability. Stage-II generally lasts 1–2 days. The Physical Fitness Test consists of four activities.

Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Selection Process 2026
Gender1.6 Km RunSquatsPush-upsSit-ups
Male6 min 30 sec201515
Female8 min151010

All four PFT tests are conducted continuously without a break. Any break during the tests results in failure in the PFT.

Stage-II Assessment & Adaptability Test
Candidates who qualify the PFT undergo an online/OMR-based Assessment & Adaptability Test.
This test is qualifying in nature.
The marks obtained in the Assessment & Adaptability Test are not included in the final merit list but may be used for breaking a tie between candidates having the same Stage-I marks.
Stage-II Document Verification
All information entered in the online application must match the original documents produced during verification.
Verification includes:
Name
Date of birth
Parent's name
Subject-wise marks
Aggregate marks / CGPA
Category certificate
Domicile certificate
Identity proof
Educational qualification
Document validity
Any mismatch, inconsistency, error or false declaration may lead to cancellation of candidature.
Stage-II Recruitment Medical Examination
Candidates who qualify document verification undergo the Recruitment Medical Examination.

9. Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Merit List

The final merit is prepared after candidates qualify all applicable stages, meet the required medical standards and satisfy the document verification requirements.
For Navik (GD) male candidates, merit is prepared zone-wise and category-wise.
For Navik (GD) female, Yantrik, Navik (DB) and Hygienist-I, merit is prepared on an All India basis and category-wise.
The order of merit is primarily based on Stage-I marks, subject to qualifying all Stage-II requirements and available vacancies.
Assessment Test marks are not included in final merit but are used for tie-breaking.
Tie-Breaking Rules

If candidates have the same Stage-I marks:

  1. The older candidate gets higher merit.
  2. If still required, the candidate with higher Assessment Test marks gets higher merit.

10. CGEPT Navik GD Zone-Wise Recruitment

Navik (GD) male recruitment is conducted zone-wise.
CGEPT Navik GD Zone-Wise Recruitment
ZoneStates / UTs
NorthJammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Chandigarh
WestGujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Goa, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu
EastWest Bengal, Assam, Tripura, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Sikkim, Odisha
SouthAndhra Pradesh, Telangana, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala, Karnataka, Lakshadweep
CentralMadhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Bihar
Separate merit lists are prepared for each of the five zones for Navik (GD) male recruitment.
Navik (GD) female, Yantrik, Navik (DB) and Hygienist-I recruitment is conducted on an All India basis.

11. Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Examination Fee 2026

Candidates are required to pay an examination fee of ₹550, except eligible SC/ST candidates who are applying against SC/ST vacancies and are entitled to fee exemption.
Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Examination Fee 2026
CategoryExamination Fee
General / Other Eligible Candidates₹550
SC/ST candidates applying against SC/ST vacanciesFee Exempted
Payment can be made online through:
- Net Banking
- Visa
- MasterCard
- Maestro
- Debit Card
- UPI
The examination fee is non-refundable.

12. Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Salary 2026

Selected candidates receive the following basic pay:
Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Salary 2026
PostPay LevelBasic Pay
YantrikLevel 5₹29,200
Navik (General Duty)Level 3₹21,700
Navik (Domestic Branch)Level 3₹21,700
Hygienist-ILevel 3₹21,700
Yantrik Pay
Yantrik candidates receive basic pay of ₹29,200 in Pay Level 5.
In addition, Yantrik Pay of ₹6,200 plus Dearness Allowance and other applicable allowances are provided according to the prevailing regulations.
Navik and Hygienist-I Pay
Navik (GD), Navik (DB) and Hygienist-I receive basic pay of ₹21,700 in Pay Level 3, along with Dearness Allowance and other applicable allowances.

13. Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Perks and Benefits

The advertisement provides several benefits, subject to applicable Government regulations.
Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Perks and Benefits
BenefitDetails
Free RationAs per existing rules
ClothingFree clothing as per rules
MedicalFree medical treatment for self and family including dependent parents in Military Hospitals
AccommodationGovernment accommodation / HRA
Earned Leave45 days per year
Casual Leave8 days per year
LTCLeave Travel Concession
PensionNPS or UPS as applicable
GratuityAs per applicable regulations
CanteenCSD facilities
LoansOther loan facilities
Post-Retirement MedicalECHS medical facilities
Insurance₹75 lakh through Naval Group Insurance Fund
The advertisement notes that pay, perks, promotion, insurance and other benefits are subject to Government orders.

14. Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Promotion

Promotion opportunities exist up to the rank of:

  • Pradhan Adhikari
  • Pradhan Shayak Engineer
  • Hygiene Supervisor
Promotion to the Officer cadre is subject to suitability and performance according to applicable regulations.

15. Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Training 2027

Basic training for CGEPT-01/2027 is scheduled to commence in May 2027.
Basic training for CGEPT-02/2027 is scheduled to commence in November 2027.
Training will be conducted at INS Chilka and followed by sea training and professional training in the allotted trade.
Branch/trade allocation is based on service requirements and performance during basic training.
Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Training 2027
BatchBasic TrainingTraining Location
CGEPT-01/2027May 2027INS Chilka
CGEPT-02/2027November 2027INS Chilka
Candidates can be discharged as unsuitable if their academic progress, conduct or performance is unsatisfactory during training. False or fabricated information/documents can also result in discharge.

16. Indian Coast Guard Medical Standards 2026

Minimum Height

Indian Coast Guard Medical Standards 2026
CandidateMinimum Height
Male157 cm
Female152 cm
Height relaxation is available for specified domicile areas.
Up to 5 cm relaxation may apply to candidates from:

17. Indian Coast Guard Medical Standards 2026

Minimum Height
Indian Coast Guard Medical Standards 2026
CandidateMinimum Height
Male157 cm
Female152 cm
Height relaxation is available for specified domicile areas.
Up to 5 cm relaxation may apply to candidates from:
  • Assam
  • Nagaland
  • Mizoram
  • Meghalaya
  • Arunachal Pradesh
  • Manipur
  • Tripura
  • Garhwal
  • Kumaon
  • Sikkim
  • Gorkha communities
Up to 2 cm relaxation may apply to candidates from:
  • Ladakh
  • Lakshadweep & Minicoy Islands
  • Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Chest
For male candidates:
  • Minimum chest circumference : 77 cm
  • Minimum expansion : 5 cm
Female candidates must have a well-proportioned chest with minimum expansion of 5 cm.
Eyesight
BranchVisual Standard
General Duty6/6 better eye and 6/9 worse eye
Domestic Branch6/36 better eye and 6/36 worse eye
Yantrik6/24 better eye and 6/24 worse eye
Hygienist-I without glasses6/60 better and 6/60 worse eye
Hygienist-I with glasses6/9 better and 6/24 worse eye
Candidates using glasses are not eligible for the General Duty branch.
Other Medical Standards
The advertisement also specifies standards relating to:
  • Weight
  • Hearing
  • Dental health
  • Tattoos
  • General physical and mental fitness
  • Medical conditions
  • Visual standards
Candidates must meet the prescribed medical standards. The Indian Coast Guard's medical decision is final.

18. Documents Required for CGEPT 2026

Documents During Online Application
The photograph should be recent and not older than three months before the opening date of the application.

19. Additional Documents for Stage-II

Documents Required at Stage-I
Candidates must bring:
  1. Valid original identity proof used in the application
  2. One printout of the E-admit card
  3. Two passport-size colour photographs matching the uploaded photograph
Acceptable identity proofs include Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID Card, Driving Licence or Passport.
Documents Required at Stage-II
Candidates must carry:
  • Stage-I and Stage-II application/E-admit card printout
  • Original identity proof
  • Original uploaded documents
  • Two self-attested photocopies of original documents
  • 12 passport-size colour photographs
  • NOC/service certificate where applicable
SC/ST candidates claiming Travel Allowance must also carry the required category certificate, tickets, cancelled cheque and travel form.
Documents Required at Stage-III
Stage-III requires several original documents and forms, including:
  • Stage-III E-admit card
  • Original educational documents
  • Three sets of self-attested photocopies
  • 30 passport-size colour photographs
  • 10 colour photographs of specified size with blue background
  • Parental willingness certificate
  • Police verification certificate
  • Family particulars certificate
  • Character certificate
  • Willingness certificate
  • Attestation forms
  • NOC and vigilance clearance where applicable
  • Identity proof
Aadhaar and an Aadhaar-linked mobile number are mandatory at Stage-III for opening the bank account and generation of PRAN.

20. Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Examination Schedule 2026-27

The dates are tentative. Indian Coast Guard will separately announce the availability of E-admit cards and stage-wise reporting details.

21. Travel Allowance for SC/ST Candidates

SC/ST candidates who are not employed by the Central/State Government may claim reimbursement of ordinary second-class train, Government bus or steamer fare by the shortest route for Stage-II, subject to the conditions prescribed in the advertisement.
The home station must be more than 30 km from the Stage-II testing location.
The claim must be made during Stage-II; it cannot be claimed later.

22. How to Apply for Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 2026

How to Apply for Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 2026
Visit the official SSC website.
Complete the required SSC registration/login process.
Open the Indian Coast Guard CGEPT recruitment application.
Select the eligible post.
Enter personal details.
Enter educational qualification and subject-wise marks exactly as mentioned in the marksheets.
Upload the required documents.
Upload the photograph and signature.
Select examination city preferences.
Pay the examination fee, if applicable.
Preview the application carefully.
Submit the application.
Save/print the final application for future reference.
  1. Visit the official SSC website.
  2. Complete the required SSC registration/login process.
  3. Open the Indian Coast Guard CGEPT recruitment application.
  4. Select the eligible post.
  5. Enter personal details.
  6. Enter educational qualification and subject-wise marks exactly as mentioned in the marksheets.
  7. Upload the required documents.
  8. Upload the photograph and signature.
  9. Select examination city preferences.
  10. Pay the examination fee, if applicable.
  11. Preview the application carefully.
  12. Submit the application.
  13. Save/print the final application for future reference.
Applications are accepted online only from 6 October 2026 at 11:00 AM to 21 October 2026 at 5:30 PM.

23. Important Application Instructions

A candidate can apply for only one post.
If multiple applications are submitted during the recruitment cycle, only the latest submitted application will be considered and previous applications will be rejected.
Examination fees paid for multiple applications will not be refunded.
Candidates must carefully enter their marks exactly as shown in their marksheets.
No changes are permitted after the application closing date, except for the limited correction window specified by ICG.
Candidates must regularly check their registered email, SMS and login dashboard.
Incorrect category information can lead to cancellation.
False information or fabricated documents can lead to cancellation even after enrolment.
Important Restrictions
Persons with any kind of disability are not eligible to apply because the Indian Coast Guard is an Armed Force under the Ministry of Defence.
Candidates cannot enter into or contract marriage or keep their family with them during the training period.
  • A candidate can apply for only one post.
  • If multiple applications are submitted during the recruitment cycle, only the latest submitted application will be considered and previous applications will be rejected.
  • Examination fees paid for multiple applications will not be refunded.
  • Candidates must carefully enter their marks exactly as shown in their marksheets.
  • No changes are permitted after the application closing date, except for the limited correction window specified by ICG.
  • Candidates must regularly check their registered email, SMS and login dashboard.
  • Incorrect category information can lead to cancellation.
  • False information or fabricated documents can lead to cancellation even after enrolment.
Important Restrictions
Persons with any kind of disability are not eligible to apply because the Indian Coast Guard is an Armed Force under the Ministry of Defence.
Candidates cannot enter into or contract marriage or keep their family with them during the training period.

25. Frequently Asked Questions

There are 365 tentative vacancies across CGEPT-01/2027 and CGEPT-02/2027.

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