Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 01/2027 & 02/2027: Navik, Yantrik and Hygienist-I Recruitment, Apply 6 to 21 October 2026
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Indian Coast Guard has opened CGEPT recruitment for Navik (GD), Navik (DB), Yantrik and Hygienist-I through SSC. Online applications close on 21 October 2026.
At a glance
| Organisation | Indian Coast Guard / Staff Selection Commission |
|---|---|
| Total vacancies | 365 |
| Last date | 21 October 2026 |
| Status | Open |
| Fee | Rs. 550 (SC/ST exempt) |
| Navik (GD) | Class 12 with Maths and Physics |
| Navik (DB) | Class 10 |
| Hygienist-I | Matriculation or ITI |
| Yantrik | Class 10 plus engineering diploma |
| Age relaxation | OBC 3 years, SC/ST 5 years |
| Stage-I | 100 questions, 1 hour, no negative marking |
| Vacancies batch 01/27 | 190 (our sum) |
| Vacancies batch 02/27 | 175 (our sum) |
Important dates
| Application opens | 6 October 2026 (11:00) |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 21 October 2026 (17:30) |
| Stage-I online exam | early/mid November 2026 (tentative) |
| Stage-II | end February 2027 (tentative) |
| Stage-III (batch 01/27) | early May 2027 (tentative) |
| Stage-III (batch 02/27) | mid October 2027 (tentative) |
Details
The Indian Coast Guard has invited online applications, through the Staff Selection Commission, for enrolled posts under the Coast Guard Enrolled Persons Test (CGEPT) for batches 01/2027 and 02/2027. The posts are Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik and Hygienist-I. Applications run from 6 October 2026 (11:00) to 21 October 2026 (17:30) on ssc.gov.in.
Tentative vacancies for batch 01/27 are 117 male and 13 female Navik (GD), plus 28 Yantrik (Mechanical), 23 Yantrik (Electrical) and 9 Yantrik (Electronics). Batch 02/27 has 117 male and 13 female Navik (GD), 25 Navik (DB) and 20 Hygienist-I. Adding these up ourselves gives 190 posts in batch 01/27 and 175 in batch 02/27, 365 in all. Male Navik (GD) vacancies are zone-wise, and the numbers may change.
Navik (GD) needs Class 12 with Maths and Physics; Navik (DB) needs Class 10; Hygienist-I needs Matriculation or ITI; Yantrik needs Class 10 plus an engineering diploma. The fee is Rs. 550, with no fee for SC/ST candidates. Stage-I is a one-hour online test of 100 questions with no negative marking, followed by physical and document stages at Coast Guard centres. Always confirm the final details in the official notification.
How to apply
- Visit ssc.gov.in and register or log in
- Choose the Coast Guard CGEPT recruitment and one post
- Fill details, marks and upload photo, signature and documents
- Pay the fee online unless exempt
- Submit before 21 October 2026, 17:30
Frequently asked questions
Can I apply for more than one post?
No. Only one post can be applied for, and only the latest application is counted.
What is the fee?
Rs. 550, and SC/ST candidates are exempt.
Is there negative marking?
No, Stage-I has none.
This post is a plain-language summary prepared by Pratiyogita Kosh from public information. We are not the conducting body. Please verify all dates, eligibility and fees on the official website before you apply.