ICG CGEPT Recruitment 2026 – 365 Posts via SSC
Good news for young aspirants who dream of serving the nation with the Indian Coast Guard. Through the Staff Selection Commission (SSC), 365 posts have been announced under the Coast Guard Enrolled Persons Test (CGEPT). These include the posts of Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik and Hygienist-I.
Applications opened on 6 October 2026 and can be filled online until 21 October 2026. This is a wonderful opportunity for 12th-pass youth.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online application begins | 6 October 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Last date to apply | 21 October 2026 (5:30 PM) |
| Stage-I exam (tentative) | November 2026 (early/mid) |
| Basic training (Batch 01/2027) | May 2027, INS Chilka |
| Basic training (Batch 02/2027) | November 2027, INS Chilka |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Educational Qualification | Total Posts |
| Navik (General Duty) | 12th pass — with Maths and Physics | 260 |
| Yantrik (Mechanical) | Class 10 + AICTE-approved Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics | 28 |
| Yantrik (Electrical) | Class 10 + AICTE-approved Diploma (Electrical) | 23 |
| Yantrik (Electronics) | Class 10 + AICTE-approved Diploma (Electronics/Telecommunication) | 9 |
| Navik (Domestic Branch) | Class 10 pass | 25 |
| Hygienist-I | Class 10 pass or ITI | 20 |
| Total | 365 |
Navik (GD) male posts are divided across 5 zones (North, West, East, South, Central). A candidate can apply for only one post.
Eligibility
| Post | Educational Qualification |
| Navik (General Duty) | 12th pass — with Maths and Physics |
| Navik (Domestic Branch) | Class 10 pass |
| Hygienist-I | Class 10 pass or ITI |
| Yantrik | Class 10 + AICTE-approved Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics |
Age limit (date of birth):
- Navik (GD): born between 1 Nov 2005 – 1 May 2009.
- Yantrik: born between 1 May 2005 – 1 May 2009.
- Navik (DB): born between 1 Nov 2005 – 1 Oct 2009.
- Hygienist-I: born between 1 Nov 2002 – 1 Oct 2009.
- 3 years relaxation for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST.
Salary:
₹21,700 (Level-3) basic pay for Navik posts and ₹29,200 (Level-5) for Yantrik, plus ₹6,200 Yantrik pay and allowances.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹550 |
| SC / ST | Nil (no fee) |
The fee can be paid online via net banking, debit/credit card or UPI. Once paid, the fee is non-refundable.
How to Apply
- Visit SSC’s official website ssc.gov.in.
- Complete Login / One-Time Registration (live photo will be captured).
- Select the “CGEPT 2026” recruitment notice.
- Choose only one post and fill the form — applying for more than one post may lead to cancellation.
- Enter marks exactly as per the marksheet; wrong information will lead to cancellation of candidature.
- Upload your photo and pay the fee.
- Submit the form and keep a printout safe.
Selection Process
Stage-I (CBT): 100 questions, 1 hour, bilingual — no negative marking. Qualifying marks: 40 for UR/EWS/OBC, 35 for SC/ST. This is followed by Stage-II (PFT, assessment/adaptability test, initial document verification) → Stage-III (INS Chilka) → Stage-IV (final verification) → Medical. Qualifying every stage is mandatory. Yantrik candidates must bring the provisional diploma certificate in Stage-II and the original diploma in Stage-III.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. How many total posts are there?
There are 365 posts in total — Navik (GD), Navik (DB), Yantrik and Hygienist-I combined.
Q2. Can female candidates apply?
Yes, female candidates can also apply for Navik (General Duty) posts. Yantrik, Navik (DB) and Hygienist-I are for male candidates only.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
Until 21 October 2026, 5:30 PM.
Q4. Can I apply for two posts?
No, a candidate can apply for only one post.
Q5. What is the fee?
₹550; however, there is no fee for SC/ST categories.
Serving in the Coast Guard is a matter of pride. Eligible youth should apply in time. Jai Hind!
Sources: Indian Coast Guard / Staff Selection Commission official notification (ssc.gov.in)