Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026

The Indian Coast Guard has opened recruitment for 365 enrolled personnel through the Coast Guard Enrolled Persons Test (CGEPT) for batches 01/2027 and 02/2027. The recruitment offers opportunities for candidates who have completed Class 10, Class 12 with Maths and Physics, or an eligible engineering diploma, depending on the post.

Both male and female Indian citizens can apply for Navik (General Duty). However, the other posts covered by this notification are open only to male candidates. Applications are being accepted online through the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) website from 6 October to 21 October 2026.

Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Vacancy Details

The notification covers two batches. Navik (GD) vacancies are available in both batches, while Yantrik recruitment is for batch 01/2027. Navik (Domestic Branch) and Hygienist-I vacancies are available in batch 02/2027.

CGEPT 01/2027 Vacancies

CGEPT 02/2027 Vacancies

The combined total is 365 tentative vacancies. The number of posts may change according to the Coast Guard’s requirements.

There is an important distinction for Navik (GD) male candidates: recruitment is conducted zone-wise, with separate merit lists for five zones. Andhra Pradesh and Telangana fall under the South Zone. Female Navik (GD), Yantrik, Navik (DB) and Hygienist-I recruitment is conducted on an all-India basis.

Educational Qualification

The minimum qualification depends on the post. Candidates should check the accepted qualification carefully before choosing a post in the application.

Yantrik Diploma Branches

For Yantrik posts, the accepted diploma disciplines include Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics and Telecommunication (Radio/Power) Engineering, subject to the notification’s approved qualification list.

The advertisement also lists equivalent diploma branches, such as Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electrical Instrumentation and Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (Production), Automobile Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and other specified branches.

A diploma holder should compare the exact course title with the equivalent-diploma list in the official advertisement. A broadly similar course name does not automatically establish eligibility.

Candidates must enter their subject-wise and aggregate marks correctly in the application. Incorrect or incomplete marks information can lead to cancellation of candidature.

Age Limit

The permitted date-of-birth range differs by post and batch.

Age relaxation is available as follows:

• OBC candidates: 3 years
• SC/ST candidates: 5 years

Candidates should use the date-of-birth range applicable to their chosen post rather than relying on a general age-limit calculation.

Indian Coast Guard Salary

The basic pay depends on the cadre.

Yantrik personnel also receive Yantrik Pay of ₹6,200, in addition to Dearness Allowance and other applicable allowances. The other cadres receive Dearness Allowance and allowances based on the nature of duty and place of posting.

The notification also mentions benefits such as free ration and clothing under the applicable rules, medical treatment for the employee and eligible family members, government accommodation or HRA, leave and Leave Travel Concession, pension under NPS or UPS as applicable, gratuity and canteen facilities. A ₹75 lakh insurance cover through the Naval Group Insurance Fund is also specified, subject to the prescribed monthly contribution and applicable rules.

Selection Process

The Coast Guard recruitment process has four stages. Candidates must qualify at every required stage and meet the prescribed medical standards.

Stage I: Computer-Based Examination

Stage I is a one-hour objective examination containing 100 questions, with each question carrying one mark. The paper is bilingual in Hindi and English, and there is no negative marking for wrong answers.

The minimum qualifying marks are:

If the examination is held in multiple shifts, marks will be normalised. The Stage-I result will be available through the candidate’s dashboard.

Stage II: Physical Fitness Test and Verification

Candidates shortlisted from Stage I will be called for Stage II at the designated Coast Guard recruitment centres. This stage includes identity and biometric verification, a Physical Fitness Test (PFT), an Assessment and Adaptability Test, document verification and a recruitment medical examination.

The PFT requirements are:

All four activities must be completed continuously, without a break. Candidates should begin preparing well in advance rather than waiting for the Stage-II call letter.

The Assessment and Adaptability Test is qualifying in nature. Its marks are not included in the final merit score, although the notification allows the marks to be used as a tie-breaker in specified circumstances.

Stage III: Final Shortlisting and Pre-Enrolment Checks

Candidates who clear Stage I and Stage II and rank within the available vacancies may be shortlisted to report to INS Chilka. This stage includes identity verification, document checks, medical examination and submission of the required forms and certificates.

Candidates must also provide police verification and other prescribed documents. Those who do not meet the requirements may lose their candidature.

Stage IV: Original Document Authentication

At Stage IV, the Coast Guard verifies the authenticity of educational and other original documents with the relevant boards, universities or government authorities. If any document is found to be inauthentic, the candidate may be terminated from service in accordance with the applicable rules.

Physical and Medical Standards

The notification specifies minimum height standards of 157 cm for male candidates and 152 cm for female candidates. Relaxations are available for certain regions and communities, subject to the conditions in the advertisement.

For male candidates, the minimum chest circumference is 77 cm, with at least 5 cm of chest expansion. Weight must be proportionate to height and age, and candidates must meet the applicable hearing, dental, eyesight and general medical requirements.

Vision standards differ by branch. For example, the General Duty branch requires 6/6 vision in the better eye and 6/9 in the worse eye, and candidates using glasses are not eligible for that branch. Applicants should read the full medical standards before applying, particularly if they have any concern about eyesight or physical eligibility.

The notification states that persons with disabilities are not eligible for this recruitment because the Indian Coast Guard is an Armed Force under the Ministry of Defence.

Application Fee

The examination fee is ₹550, payable online through the available payment methods, including net banking, cards and UPI.

SC/ST candidates applying against eligible SC/ST vacancies are exempt from the fee. The exemption does not automatically extend to every reserved category. The fee, once paid, is non-refundable.

Important Dates

The examination and training schedule is tentative. The Coast Guard will announce call-letter availability and any schedule changes through the official channels.

How to Apply Online

Applications are accepted online only through the SSC portal.

1. Visit https://ssc.gov.in/.
2. Register or log in using your SSC account.
3. Open the Indian Coast Guard CGEPT notification for batches 01/2027 and 02/2027.
4. Select only one post for the recruitment cycle.
5. Fill in personal details, date of birth, educational qualifications, marks, category and other required information.
6. Upload the recent photograph, signature and required identity and qualification documents in the prescribed format. A live photograph is also captured during registration.
7. Candidates applying for male Navik (GD) must upload a valid domicile certificate for zone allocation.
8. Pay the applicable fee, if required, and submit the application.
9. Save a copy of the submitted application and check the SSC account and registered email regularly for further instructions.

Only the latest submitted application will be considered if multiple applications are made, and the fee paid for earlier applications will not be refunded. The advertisement also warns candidates to enter their category and marks correctly because changes are not permitted after the application closes.

Important Links

Note for applicants: Before submitting the form, check the age range, qualification, physical standards and medical requirements for your specific post. Candidates should also keep checking the SSC portal for the e-admit card, exam instructions and any corrigendum to the notification.

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