📋 Overview of the Notification

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 & 02/2027. Applications will be accepted online only from 06 October 2026 (11:00 hrs) to 21 October 2026 (17:30 hrs) via the official portal. Both male and female Indian citizens are eligible depending on post-specific criteria.

🎓 Post-wise Educational Qualifications

  • 📘 Navik (General Duty): 12th pass with Maths & Physics (COBSE recognized board).
  • 📘 Navik (Domestic Branch): 10th pass (COBSE recognized board).
  • 📘 Hygienist-I: Matriculation / ITI / equivalent.
  • 📘 Yantrik: 10th pass + Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics/Telecommunication Engineering (AICTE approved, 2–4 years). Equivalent diplomas are also accepted.

🎂 Age Criteria

  • 👤 Navik (GD): Born between 01 Nov 2005 – 01 May 2009
  • 👤 Yantrik: Born between 01 May 2005 – 01 May 2009
  • 👤 Navik (DB): Born between 01 Nov 2005 – 01 Oct 2009
  • 👤 Hygienist-I: Born between 01 Nov 2002 – 01 Oct 2009
  • 📌 Age Relaxation: OBC – 3 years, SC/ST – 5 years

📊 Vacancy Details

The tentative vacancies for CGEPT 01/2027 & 02/2027 batches are as follows:

  • ⚓ Navik (GD): Male – 117, Female – 13 (Batch 01/27); Male – 117, Female – 13 (Batch 02/27)
  • ⚙️ Yantrik: Mechanical – 28, Electrical – 23, Electronics – 9 (Batch 01/27)
  • 🏠 Navik (DB): 25 (Batch 02/27)
  • 🧹 Hygienist-I: 20 (Batch 02/27)

🧾 Selection Process

The selection will be conducted in multiple stages:

  • 📄 Stage-I: Computer Based Exam (100 MCQs, 1 hour, bilingual, no negative marking).
  • 🏃 Stage-II: Physical Fitness Test (1.6 km run, squats, push-ups, sit-ups), Assessment Test, Document Verification, Medical Examination.
  • ⚓ Stage-III: Reporting at INS Chilka – Identity check, document verification, pre-enrolment medicals, police verification.
  • 📑 Stage-IV: Final verification/authentication of documents with Boards/Universities/Authorities.

📄 How to Apply

  • 🌐 Apply online between 06 October – 21 October 2026 via https://ssc.gov.in.
  • 📌 Upload compulsory documents: recent photo, live image capture, signature, DOB proof, identity proof, domicile certificate, NOC (if applicable).
  • 📄 Additional documents required at later stages (marksheets, category certificates, diploma certificates, etc.).
  • 🚫 Multiple applications will be rejected; only the latest submitted application will be considered.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

📅 What are the application dates?
Applications are open from 06 October 2026 (11:00 hrs) to 21 October 2026 (17:30 hrs).
🎓 What qualifications are required?
12th pass with Maths & Physics for Navik (GD), 10th pass for Navik (DB), Matriculation/ITI for Hygienist-I, and Diploma in Engineering for Yantrik.
🎂 What is the age limit?
Age varies by post, generally between 01 Nov 2002 – 01 Oct 2009 depending on the cadre, with relaxations for OBC and SC/ST.
📊 How many vacancies are available?
A total of over 300 vacancies across Navik (GD), Navik (DB), Yantrik, and Hygienist-I posts.
🧾 What is the selection process?
Selection involves Stage-I (CBE), Stage-II (PFT, Assessment, Document Verification, Medicals), Stage-III (INS Chilka verification), and Stage-IV (final document authentication).
🌐 Where can I apply?
Applications must be submitted online at https://ssc.gov.in.