The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has opened the application process for the Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027 batches, offering a total of 365 vacancies for eligible candidates. The online application process started on October 6, 2026, and candidates can submit their applications through the SSC official website until October 21, 2026, by 5:30 PM.
The recruitment drive includes vacancies for Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik, and Hygienist-I posts. Candidates are advised to carefully check the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limit, vacancy details, selection process, and examination schedule before applying.
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2027: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | October 6, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | October 21, 2026, up to 5:30 PM |
| Stage I CBT | Early to Mid-November 2026 |
| Stage II | Late February 2027 |
| Stage III – CGEPT-01/2027 | Early May 2027 |
| Stage III – CGEPT-02/2027 | Mid-October 2027 |
Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 2027 Vacancy Details
A total of 365 vacancies have been announced under the CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027 batches.
CGEPT-01/2027 – 190 Posts
- Navik (GD) Male: 117
- Navik (GD) Female: 13
- Yantrik (Mechanical): 28
- Yantrik (Electrical): 23
- Yantrik (Electronics): 9
CGEPT-02/2027 – 175 Posts
- Navik (GD) Male: 117
- Navik (GD) Female: 13
- Navik (Domestic Branch): 25
- Hygienist-I: 20
Educational Qualification and Age Limit
The general age limit for the recruitment is 18 to 22 years, with applicable age relaxation for reserved categories as per the recruitment rules.
- For Navik (General Duty), candidates should have passed 10+2 with Mathematics and Physics from a recognised education board.
- For Navik (Domestic Branch), candidates should have passed Class 10 from a recognised board.
- For Yantrik, candidates should have the required Class 10 qualification along with a relevant 3/4-year Engineering Diploma, or the prescribed 10+2 and diploma combination, as specified in the recruitment notification.
- For Hygienist-I, candidates should have the prescribed Matriculation/ITI or equivalent qualification.
- Candidates should verify the exact qualification and date-of-birth requirements applicable to their selected post before submitting the application.
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2027 Selection Process
The recruitment process is conducted through multiple stages:
- Stage I – Computer-Based Examination (CBT)
- Stage II – Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Assessment/Adaptability Test, Medical Examination and Document Verification
- Stage III – Final selection-related procedures, final medicals and induction/training
- Stage IV – Final enrolment and submission/verification of original certificates
Candidates must qualify at each applicable stage to progress further in the recruitment process.
Stage-Wise Exam Schedule
The Stage I Computer-Based Test is scheduled for early to mid-November 2026.
Candidates shortlisted for the next stage are expected to undergo Stage II, including physical fitness, assessment, medical examination and document verification, in late February 2027.
For the CGEPT-01/2027 batch, Stage III is scheduled for early May 2027, while Stage III for the CGEPT-02/2027 batch is scheduled for mid-October 2027.
Stage I Exam Pattern
The Stage I examination consists of 100 objective-type questions carrying 100 marks, with a duration of 60 minutes. There is no negative marking.
- For Navik (GD), the examination includes Mathematics and Physics at the 12th-standard level, along with Reasoning, English and General Knowledge.
- For Navik (DB) and Hygienist-I, the paper covers Mathematics, English, Reasoning, General Science and General Knowledge at the prescribed level.
- For Yantrik, the examination includes questions from the relevant Engineering discipline, along with Reasoning, English and General Knowledge.
Physical Fitness and Medical Standards
Candidates shortlisted for Stage II must meet the prescribed physical and medical standards. The physical fitness test includes events such as:
- 1.6 km running
- Squats
- Push-ups
- Bent-knee sit-ups
The prescribed requirements vary for male and female candidates. Candidates should also satisfy the applicable height, chest, eyesight and other medical standards for their respective posts.
Application Fee
The application fee is ₹550 for General, OBC and EWS candidates. SC/ST candidates are exempted from the application fee, subject to the applicable rules.
Candidates should complete the online application and fee payment within the prescribed deadline.
How to Apply for Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2027?
Candidates can follow these general steps:
- Visit the SSC official website.
- Complete the required One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Log in using the registered credentials.
- Find the Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 01/2027 & 02/2027 recruitment application.
- Select the eligible post and batch.
- Enter the required personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents and photograph/signature as instructed.
- Pay the applicable ₹550 application fee, if required.
- Carefully review all details before final submission.
- Submit the application and save/download the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates should ensure that their name, date of birth, father’s name and other details match their educational certificates. They should also carefully check the required document, medical, eyesight and physical standards before applying.
Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date, as technical problems, payment issues or document-uploading difficulties may occur during the final hours of the application window.
The Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2027 application process is open from October 6 to October 21, 2026, up to 5:30 PM. Eligible candidates should complete their applications within the prescribed deadline and regularly check the official SSC portal for further updates regarding the examination and subsequent selection stages.