Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 2026 recruitment opens for 365 Navik, Yantrik, Hygienist-I posts; apply by 21 October

The Indian Coast Guard, operating under the Ministry of Defence, initiated the application process today, 6 October 2026, for its CGEPT 2026 recruitment drive. A total of 365 vacancies have been announced for Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik, and Hygienist-I posts across two batches, 01/2027 and 02/2027.

Interested candidates can submit their applications online through the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) website. The application window opened at 11:00 AM on 6 October 2026 and will conclude on 21 October 2026 at 5:30 PM. This recruitment aims to fill positions for upcoming training cycles scheduled to commence in May 2027 and November 2027 at INS Chilka.

Application Process and Key Dates

The official notification for CGEPT 2026 was released on 6 October 2026, marking the start of the online application period. Candidates are advised to complete their applications well in advance of the deadline to prevent potential technical issues.

The application procedure requires candidates to visit the official SSC website, access the CGPET 01/2027 and 02/2027 recruitment link, complete the registration, log in, select the eligible post/batch, input personal and educational details, and upload necessary documents. For previous cycles, the examination fee for general candidates was Rs. 300/-, with SC/ST candidates exempted from payment.

Vacancy Details and Eligibility Criteria

The recruitment drive includes 190 vacancies for Batch 01/2027 and 175 vacancies for Batch 02/2027. Navik (General Duty) posts are open to both male and female candidates, while Yantrik, Navik (Domestic Branch), and Hygienist-I posts are exclusively for male candidates.

Educational qualifications vary by post. Navik GD requires a 12th pass with Mathematics and Physics from a COBSE-recognised board. Navik DB requires a 10th pass from a COBSE-recognised board. Yantrik applicants must have a 10th pass along with a specified 3/4-year AICTE-approved diploma, or a 10th and 12th pass with a specified 2/3-year AICTE-approved diploma. Hygienist-I posts require Matriculation/Class 10 or an ITI/equivalent qualification.

Age Limits and Selection Procedure

Age limits vary by post and batch. For Navik GD (Batch 01/27 & 02/27) and Yantrik (Batch 01/27), candidates must have been born between 1 November 2005 and 1 May 2009. For Navik DB (Batch 02/27), the age limit is from 1 November 2005 to 1 October 2009. Hygienist-I (Batch 02/27) candidates must have been born between 1 November 2002 and 1 October 2009.

The selection process for CGEPT 2026 is structured into four stages. Stage-I involves a Computer Based Examination. Stage-II includes an Assessment/Adaptability Test, Physical Fitness Test, Document Verification, and a Medical Exam. Stage-III consists of further Document Verification and Pre-enrolment Medicals. The final Stage-IV is the commencement of training at INS Chilka. Candidates must bring a valid original identity proof, a printout of the E-admit card, and two passport-size colour photographs for verification at Stage-I.

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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