Overview
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), Ministry of Defence, has released the CGEPT Recruitment 2026 notification for Enrolled Persons under CGEPT Batches 01/2027 and 02/2027. A total of 365 vacancies are available for Navik, Yantrik and Hygienist posts, with online applications being accepted through the Staff Selection Commission portal.
Registration commenced at 11:00 am on October 6, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until 5:30 pm on October 21, 2026. Applicants should review the detailed notification carefully before registering.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Indian Coast Guard, Ministry of Defence |
| Post Name | Navik, Yantrik and Hygienist |
| Total Vacancies | 365 |
| Application Mode | Online through SSC |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | October 6, 2026, at 11:00 am |
| Last Date | October 21, 2026, at 5:30 pm |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates are advised not to wait until the closing day because heavy traffic on the application portal may cause login or payment-related delays.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
The required qualification varies by post and technical branch. Candidates must have completed the prescribed qualification from a recognised board or institution by the eligibility date mentioned in the notification.
- Navik (General Duty): Candidates should have passed Class 12 with Mathematics and Physics as subjects.
- Navik (Domestic Branch): Candidates should have passed Class 10 from a recognised education board.
- Yantrik: Applicants should have passed Class 10 or Class 12, as applicable, along with the prescribed diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunication or a related engineering discipline.
- Hygienist: Candidates must possess the school-level and professional or trade qualification prescribed for the Hygienist post in the detailed notification.
- Candidates awaiting the result of the required qualifying examination should confirm whether provisional eligibility is permitted before applying.
Age Limit
- The standard age requirement for Coast Guard enrolled personnel is generally 18 to 22 years.
- Post-wise and batch-wise date-of-birth ranges must be checked in the official CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027 notification.
- Upper-age relaxation is generally available by five years for SC/ST candidates and three years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, subject to government rules.
- The date of birth entered in the application must match the candidate's matriculation or Class 10 certificate.
Fees
- Candidates must pay the prescribed examination fee through the online payment facility available on the SSC portal.
- Fee exemptions, where applicable, will be governed by the category-wise conditions stated in the detailed notification.
- Applicants should retain the payment receipt or transaction reference number until the recruitment process is completed.
- An application will not be treated as complete if the applicable fee has not been successfully paid by the deadline.
Selection Process
The Coast Guard CGEPT selection process is expected to include the following stages:
- Computer-Based Examination: Eligible applicants will take an online test covering the subjects and standard prescribed for their chosen post or branch.
- Physical and Assessment Stage: Shortlisted candidates may undergo a Physical Fitness Test, assessment or adaptability tests, document verification and an initial medical examination.
- Final Medical and Merit Selection: Candidates clearing the earlier stages will be considered for final medical examination, document validation and selection based on merit, available vacancies and batch requirements.
Admission at every stage will remain provisional until the Indian Coast Guard verifies the candidate's identity, qualifications, category and medical eligibility.
How to Apply
- Visit the SSC recruitment portal at ssc.gov.in and open the login or registration section.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered. Enter the name, date of birth, mobile number, email address and Class 10 details exactly as recorded in official documents.
- Log in and select the application link for Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Batches 01/2027 and 02/2027.
- Choose the appropriate post or branch and enter educational qualification, category, communication address and other requested details.
- Upload the photograph, signature and supporting documents in the size and format specified on the portal.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable, using the available online payment option.
- Preview the completed form carefully. In particular, verify the selected post, examination centre, category and qualification before final submission.
- Submit the form by 5:30 pm on October 21, 2026, and download the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply for ICG CGEPT Recruitment 2026?
The online application window will close at 5:30 pm on October 21, 2026.
2. How many vacancies have been announced?
The recruitment drive covers 365 Navik, Yantrik and Hygienist vacancies under CGEPT Batches 01/2027 and 02/2027.
3. Where can candidates submit the application?
Applications must be submitted online through the Staff Selection Commission portal at ssc.gov.in. Offline forms will not be accepted.
