The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), Ministry of Defence, has invited online applications through the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) for Enrolled Persons under the Coast Guard Enrolled Persons Test (CGEPT) Batches 01/2027 and 02/2027. The advertisement covers 365 tentative vacancies for Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik and Hygienist-I. Applications are open from 6 October 2026 (11:00 hrs) and close on 21 October 2026 (17:30 hrs), so only a few days are left. Male and female Indian citizens who meet the qualification and age rules can apply online.
Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 2027: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Coast Guard (Ministry of Defence) |
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Recruitment Name | Coast Guard Enrolled Persons Test (CGEPT) Batches 01/2027 & 02/2027 |
| Posts | Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik, Hygienist-I |
| Total Vacancies | 365 (tentative) |
| Who Can Apply | Male and female Indian citizens (Yantrik, Navik DB and Hygienist-I are for male candidates only) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Fee | ₹550 (SC/ST exempt) |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 06 October 2026, 11:00 hrs |
| Last date to apply online | 21 October 2026, 17:30 hrs |
| Stage-I Computer Based Exam (both batches) | Early / Mid November 2026 (tentative) |
| Stage-II (both batches, held together) | End February 2027 (tentative) |
| Stage-III, CGEPT 01/27 | Early May 2027 (tentative) |
| Stage-III, CGEPT 02/27 | Mid October 2027 (tentative) |
| Training starts, 01/27 batch | May 2027, INS Chilka |
| Training starts, 02/27 batch | November 2027, INS Chilka |
Vacancy Details
CGEPT 01/2027 Batch (190 posts)
| Post | Gender | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navik (General Duty) | Male | 44 | 11 | 36 | 14 | 12 | 117 |
| Navik (General Duty) | Female | 8 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 13 |
| Yantrik (Mechanical), male only | Male | 9 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 28 |
| Yantrik (Electrical), male only | Male | 10 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 23 |
| Yantrik (Electronics), male only | Male | 5 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
CGEPT 02/2027 Batch (175 posts)
| Post | Gender | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navik (General Duty) | Male | 48 | 11 | 36 | 14 | 8 | 117 |
| Navik (General Duty) | Female | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 13 |
| Navik (Domestic Branch), male only | Male | 11 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 25 |
| Hygienist-I, male only | Male | 9 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 20 |
Total: 190 + 175 = 365 vacancies. All numbers are tentative.
Zone-wise recruitment for male Navik (GD): Vacancies are split across five zones, with a separate merit list for each.
- North: Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Chandigarh
- West: Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Goa, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu
- East: West Bengal, Assam, Tripura, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Sikkim, Odisha
- South: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala, Karnataka, Lakshadweep
- Central: Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Bihar
Recruitment for female Navik (GD), Yantrik, Navik (DB) and Hygienist-I is on an all-India basis. If a zone has no vacancy for your reserved category, you can apply as an unreserved candidate, but then you get no age concession, no passing-marks relaxation, no fee exemption and no travel fare reimbursement.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Navik (General Duty) | Class 12th pass with Maths and Physics from a COBSE-recognised board |
| Navik (Domestic Branch) | Class 10th pass from a COBSE-recognised board |
| Hygienist-I | Matriculation, or ITI, or equivalent from a board recognised by the Central/State Government |
| Yantrik | Class 10th pass and a 3 or 4 year Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics or Telecommunication (Radio/Power) Engineering approved by AICTE. Or Class 10th and 12th pass and a 2 or 3 year diploma in the same branches. |
Candidates from “Open Schools” not recognised by AICTE/COBSE are not eligible. The advertisement lists the equivalent diploma names accepted for Yantrik, so check that list for your branch. Enter marks for all subjects exactly as on your marksheet, because incorrect or incomplete marks lead to cancellation.
Age Limit (Date of Birth Range)
| Post | Date of birth should be between |
|---|---|
| Navik (GD), both batches | 01 November 2005 and 01 May 2009 |
| Yantrik, 01/27 batch | 01 May 2005 and 01 May 2009 |
| Navik (DB), 02/27 batch | 01 November 2005 and 01 October 2009 |
| Hygienist-I, 02/27 batch | 01 November 2002 and 01 October 2009 |
Age relaxation: OBC 3 years, SC/ST 5 years.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates except SC/ST | ₹550 |
| SC / ST | Nil (exempt) |
Pay online through net banking, Visa/Master/Maestro debit card or UPI. The fee is not refunded under any circumstances and cannot be held for another exam. Women candidates are not exempt unless they belong to SC/ST.
Salary and Benefits
| Post | Basic Pay |
|---|---|
| Yantrik | ₹29,200 (Pay Level 5) plus Yantrik pay of ₹6,200, plus DA and other allowances |
| Navik (General Duty) | ₹21,700 (Pay Level 3) plus DA and other allowances |
| Navik (Domestic Branch) | ₹21,700 (Pay Level 3) plus DA and other allowances |
| Hygienist-I | ₹21,700 (Pay Level 3) plus DA and other allowances |
Other benefits: free ration and clothing, free medical treatment for self, family and dependent parents in military hospitals, government accommodation or HRA, 45 days earned leave and 8 days casual leave every year with LTC, pension under NPS or UPS with gratuity, CSD canteen, ECHS after retirement, and NGIF insurance cover of ₹75 lakh against a compulsory monthly contribution. Promotion can go up to Pradhan Adhikari, Pradhan Sahayak Engineer or Hygiene Supervisor, and promotion to the officer cadre depends on suitability and performance.
Selection Process
Qualifying in all four stages is compulsory.
- Stage-I: Computer Based Examination
- Stage-II (at ICG recruitment centres): identity and biometric check, Physical Fitness Test, Assessment & Adaptability Test, document verification and recruitment medical examination
- Stage-III (at INS Chilka): Aadhaar-based identity check, document verification, pre-enrolment medicals, and submission of police verification and other forms
- Stage-IV: verification of original documents with the concerned boards, universities and state authorities
The final merit list is based on Stage-I marks, once you qualify every phase of Stage-II. Assessment test marks are used only to break ties, with the older candidate placed higher first. Male Navik (GD) merit lists are zone-wise and category-wise, and the other lists are all-India and category-wise. Navik (GD) selection for either batch depends on merit, vacancies and administrative need, and candidates cannot claim a particular batch.
Stage-I Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer Based Test |
| Questions | 100 objective MCQs, 1 mark each |
| Duration | 1 hour |
| Language | Bilingual (Hindi and English) |
| Negative marking | None |
| Passing marks | 40 for UR / EWS / OBC, 35 for SC / ST |
If the exam is held in multiple shifts, marks are normalised. The detailed syllabus is on the application portal.
Physical Fitness Test (Stage-II, qualifying)
| Gender | 1.6 km Run | Squats (Uthak-Baithak) | Push-ups | Bent Knee Sit-ups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 6 min 30 sec | 20 | 15 | 15 |
| Female | 8 min | 15 | 10 | 10 |
All four tests are done in continuity without a break, and any break means failure.
Medical Standards
- Height: Male 157 cm, female 152 cm.
- Height relaxation: Up to 5 cm for domicile of Assam, Nagaland, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura, Garhwal, Kumaon and Sikkim, and for Gorkhas. Up to 2 cm for domicile of Ladakh, Lakshadweep & Minicoy and Andaman & Nicobar Islands. A domicile certificate is needed to claim it.
- Chest (male): At least 77 cm with expansion of at least 5 cm. Female candidates need a well-proportioned chest with at least 5 cm expansion.
- Hearing: Able to hear a focused whisper from 6 m with each ear separately.
- Dental: Healthy gums, a good set of teeth and at least 14 dental points.
- Eyesight: GD branch 6/6 (better eye) and 6/9 (worse eye), candidates using glasses are not eligible for GD. Domestic Branch 6/36 and 6/36. Yantrik 6/24 and 6/24. Hygienist 6/60 and 6/60 without glasses, or 6/9 and 6/24 with glasses.
- Tattoos: Not permitted, except on the inner forearm (elbow to wrist) and the back of the palm or hand, with concessions for notified tribal communities.
- Disability: Persons with any kind of disability are not eligible.
Documents to Keep Ready
Before applying (upload scanned originals): recent colour photograph (not older than 3 months), signature, date of birth proof (Class 10 marksheet or birth certificate), identity proof (Aadhaar first, or PAN, Voter ID, Driving Licence or Passport), service certificate or NOC if serving, and a domicile certificate for male Navik (GD) applicants (for zone allotment).
If shortlisted for Stage-II: category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS), NOC if employed, and the marksheets and certificates for your post, such as Class 10 and 12 or diploma marksheets, or ITI certificate for Hygienist-I.
Documents must be issued on or before the closing date and valid up to 31 December 2027. They must be in Hindi or English, and multi-page documents should be merged into one file.
How to Apply for Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 2027
- Go to ssc.gov.in and register on the portal. Remember your registered email ID and mobile number, because they appear encrypted afterwards and cannot be retrieved.
- Follow the guidelines for filling the application form and read the FAQs on the portal.
- Choose only one post. If you submit multiple applications, only the latest is considered, and the fee is not refunded.
- Fill in your details, including all subject marks exactly as on your marksheet. Upload your photograph, a live photo is also captured during registration, plus your signature and documents.
- Select your Stage-I exam city preferences, with the nearest city as first choice.
- Pay the ₹550 fee online if you are not SC/ST.
- Use the print preview before final submission, and use the 2 to 3 day edit window if one is given, to correct any mistakes.
Caution: No changes are allowed after the closing date. Date of birth, gender and category cannot be changed later, and a wrong declaration leads to cancellation of candidature.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website (SSC) | ssc.gov.in |
Helpline: support@parikshasaarthi.in | 7620207872
FAQs
How many vacancies are there in Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 2027?
There are 365 tentative vacancies: 190 in the 01/2027 batch and 175 in the 02/2027 batch.
What is the last date to apply?
21 October 2026 at 17:30 hrs.
What is the qualification for Navik (General Duty)?
Class 12th pass with Maths and Physics from a COBSE-recognised board.
Can women apply?
Yes, but only for Navik (General Duty), where 13 posts are available in each batch. Yantrik, Navik (DB) and Hygienist-I are for male candidates only.
Is there negative marking in the exam?
No. The Stage-I exam has 100 questions, 1 hour, and no negative marking.
What is the salary of Navik and Yantrik?
Navik (GD and DB) and Hygienist-I start at ₹21,700 (Pay Level 3). Yantrik starts at ₹29,200 (Pay Level 5) plus ₹6,200 Yantrik pay, along with DA and allowances.
Can candidates who wear glasses apply for Navik GD?
No. Candidates using glasses are not eligible for the General Duty branch.
Can I apply for more than one post?
No. Apply for only one post. If you submit several applications, only the latest is kept.