ICG CGEPT Recruitment 2026: 365 Navik, Yantrik and Hygienist Posts, Eligibility, Selection Process and Apply Online

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), Ministry of Defence, has opened applications for recruitment through the Coast Guard Enrolled Persons Test (CGEPT) for batches 01/2027 and 02/2027. The recruitment covers Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik and Hygienist-I posts.

The registration process began on 06 October 2026 at 11:00 AM, and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) portal until 21 October 2026 at 5:30 PM. The official Indian Coast Guard recruitment page also confirms that candidates are required to submit applications through SSC.

Based on the post-wise vacancy details in the recruitment material, 365 vacancies are available across the two CGEPT batches. Eligibility varies considerably by post, so candidates should check the qualification, age, gender, domicile and medical requirements applicable to the post they intend to choose.

Recruitment at a Glance

The official ICG website lists the CGEPT-01/27 and CGEPT-02/27 registration announcement dated 5 October 2026 and directs candidates to SSC for submission of applications.

Which Posts Are Available?

The recruitment covers four categories of posts, with availability depending on the batch.

CGEPT-01/27

CGEPT-02/27

The combined post-wise figures give 365 vacancies. The vacancies are tentative and may be changed by the Indian Coast Guard as permitted under the recruitment conditions.

Zone-wise Recruitment for Navik GD Male

Navik (GD) male recruitment is conducted zone-wise. The five zones are North, West, East, South and Central.

Candidates from West Bengal fall under the East Zone, along with Assam, Tripura, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Sikkim and Odisha.

Navik GD female, Yantrik, Navik DB and Hygienist-I recruitment is conducted on an All India basis.

Check Your Qualification Before Applying

The educational requirement depends on the post.

Candidates applying for Yantrik should pay particular attention to the approved diploma disciplines and equivalent diploma list. The recruitment material specifically identifies equivalent qualifications within Electrical, Mechanical and Electronics/Telecommunication streams.

A candidate can apply for only one post. Incorrect or incomplete entry of marks can result in cancellation of candidature. Candidates from open-school institutes that are not recognised by the prescribed authorities are not eligible.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The permissible date of birth differs according to the post and batch.

The notification provides 3 years of relaxation for OBC candidates and 5 years for SC/ST candidates, subject to the applicable conditions.

Candidates who want to check their age against the prescribed date can use the CareerAlert24 Age Calculator as an additional calculation tool.

Application Fee

The examination fee is Rs. 550 for candidates other than those applying under the SC/ST fee-exemption provision.

Payment can be made through the online payment methods specified in the recruitment process. The fee is non-refundable under the stated conditions.

Pay Scale and Benefits

The notification uses basic pay and pay-level terminology rather than describing the entire amount as a fixed in-hand salary.

The recruitment material also lists benefits such as government accommodation/HRA, medical treatment, leave provisions, pension under the applicable scheme, canteen facilities and insurance cover, subject to prevailing rules.

Selection Process: Four Stages

The selection process is more extensive than a single written examination. Candidates have to qualify through Stage-I, Stage-II, Stage-III and Stage-IV, in addition to meeting the prescribed medical standards.

Stage-I: Computer-Based Examination

Stage-I consists of a computer-based examination with:

• 100 objective questions
• 100 marks in total
• 1 mark for each question
• Duration of 1 hour
• Hindi and English question paper
• No negative marking

The prescribed passing marks are 40 for UR/EWS/OBC candidates and 35 for SC/ST candidates. If the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, normalisation will be applied as specified in the recruitment conditions.

Stage-II: Recruitment Centre Tests

Candidates shortlisted for Stage-II undergo a series of qualifying assessments. These include identity and biometric verification, the Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Assessment and Adaptability Test, document verification and recruitment medical examination.

The PFT standards given in the recruitment material are:

Candidates should therefore prepare for the physical stage alongside the written examination rather than waiting until after Stage-I.

Stage-III: INS Chilka

Candidates who qualify the earlier stages and stand in merit against the available vacancies are provisionally shortlisted for Stage-III at INS Chilka.

Stage-III includes identity verification, document verification, pre-enrolment medical examination and submission of original documents and other prescribed forms. Police verification and other specified certificates are also required at this stage.

Stage-IV: Final Document Authentication

Stage-IV involves verification and authentication of original educational and other documents with the relevant Boards, Universities or government authorities. The recruitment material states that service can be terminated if documents are subsequently found to be non-genuine.

Medical and Physical Standards

Medical fitness is an important eligibility component in this recruitment.

The general height standard is 157 cm for male candidates and 152 cm for female candidates, with specified height relaxations for candidates from certain regions and communities. For male candidates, the minimum chest circumference is 77 cm with at least 5 cm expansion. Weight must be proportionate to height and age as prescribed.

Vision requirements also differ by branch. For example, the General Duty branch requires 6/6 vision in the better eye and 6/9 in the worse eye, while separate standards are prescribed for Domestic Branch, Yantriks and Hygienist candidates. Candidates using glasses are not eligible for the GD branch under the stated medical conditions.

Candidates claiming a height relaxation must be prepared to produce the required domicile certificate during medical assessment.

Important Dates and Training Schedule

The exact examination dates and e-admit-card availability are to be communicated by the Indian Coast Guard through the candidate login and official channels.

How to Apply Online

Candidates should apply through the SSC portal within the prescribed application window.

1. Visit the official SSC website.
2. Complete the required registration process.
3. Select the relevant CGEPT recruitment application.
4. Choose only one post.
5. Enter personal, educational and category details carefully.
6. Upload the required scanned documents.
7. Pay the applicable examination fee.
8. Use the preview facility to check the complete application.
9. Submit the application before the deadline.
10. Save the submitted application and relevant registration details for future use.

Candidates should keep the registered email ID and mobile number active. The recruitment material specifically warns that forgetting the registered credentials can affect access to the candidate dashboard, e-admit card and results.

Documents to Keep Ready

Depending on the post and stage, candidates may need documents such as:

• Recent passport-size colour photograph
• Scanned signature
• Class 10 marksheet or birth certificate
• Valid identity proof
• Educational certificates and marksheets
• Diploma certificates and semester/year-wise marksheets for Yantrik applicants
• Category certificate, where applicable
• Domicile certificate where required
• NOC/service certificate for applicable serving candidates

Only clear scanned copies of original documents should be uploaded. The notification also specifies that documents in languages other than Hindi or English require the prescribed English translation.

What Candidates Should Check Before Submission

There are several recruitment-specific points worth checking before clicking the final submit button:

• Select only one post.
• Make sure the qualification matches the selected post.
• Navik GD applicants should verify the Mathematics and Physics requirement.
• Yantrik applicants should check their exact diploma discipline and recognition.
• Verify the date of birth against the applicable batch.
• Navik GD male candidates should ensure their domicile information is correct because the recruitment is zone-wise.
• Check subject-wise marks and aggregate marks carefully.
• Ensure uploaded documents are clear and valid.
• Check category information before submission because changes may not be permitted later.
• Keep the registered email ID and mobile number accessible throughout recruitment.

CareerAlert24 Insight

This recruitment is particularly relevant for candidates who want to enter the Indian Coast Guard through an enrolled-person route and already meet the specific academic and physical requirements.

The main point candidates should not overlook is that eligibility does not end with the written examination. The recruitment combines a computer-based test with physical fitness, document verification, medical assessment, further verification and final merit. For Navik GD male candidates, the zone-wise structure also makes the domicile details especially important.

Candidates considering Yantrik should verify their diploma branch before applying. Similarly, candidates targeting Navik GD should confirm that Mathematics and Physics were included in Class 12. Preparing documents and checking medical/physical requirements before submission can help avoid preventable problems later in the selection process.

Important Links

• Official Recruitment Information: Indian Coast Guard Recruitment Page
• Indian Coast Guard Official Website: indiancoastguard.gov.in
• CareerAlert24 WhatsApp Channel: Join WhatsApp Channel
• CareerAlert24 Telegram Channel: Join Telegram Channel

The Indian Coast Guard’s official recruitment page confirms the CGEPT-01/27 and CGEPT-02/27 registration announcement and directs applicants to SSC.

Conclusion

ICG CGEPT Recruitment 2026 gives eligible 10th, 12th and diploma-qualified candidates an opportunity to apply for Navik, Yantrik and Hygienist-I posts through the Coast Guard’s enrolled-person recruitment process. Candidates should select the post carefully because the educational, age, gender, domicile and medical conditions vary across posts.

With applications closing on 21 October 2026 at 5:30 PM, applicants should complete the SSC form in advance, verify every qualification and personal detail, and retain the submitted application and registration information for the later stages.

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