Overview
The Indian Coast Guard has opened online applications for the Coast Guard Enrolled Personnel Test (CGEPT) 01/2027 and 02/2027 batches. A total of 365 posts for Navik (General Duty), Yantrik and Navik (Domestic Branch) are on offer this time.
Candidates can submit their applications online from 6 October 2026, and the last date to apply is 21 October 2026. If you dream of serving the nation in the Indian Coast Guard, this is your window — check the eligibility and apply before the deadline.
Table of Contents
- Overview
- Vacancy Details
- Eligibility Criteria
- Important Dates
- Application Fee
- Selection Process
- How to Apply
- Important Links
Vacancy Details
The recruitment covers Navik GD, Yantrik (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics) and Navik Domestic Branch posts across two batches — CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027.
| Batch | Post Name | OBC | EWS | UR | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/2027 | Navik (General Duty) | 39 | 12 | 52 | 15 | 12 | 130 |
| 01/2027 | Yantrik (Mechanical) | 5 | 2 | 9 | 5 | 7 | 28 |
| 01/2027 | Yantrik (Electrical) | 5 | 2 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 23 |
| 01/2027 | Yantrik (Electronics) | 1 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
| 02/2027 | Navik (General Duty) | 40 | 12 | 53 | 16 | 9 | 130 |
| 02/2027 | Navik (Domestic Branch) | 12 | 3 | 20 | 10 | 0 | 45 |
| Grand Total | 365 | ||||||
Eligibility Criteria
Navik (General Duty): Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics from a recognized board.
Navik (Domestic Branch): Candidates must have passed Class 10 from a recognized board.
Yantrik: Candidates must have passed Class 10 and completed a 3 or 4-year diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics or Telecommunication (Radio/Power) Engineering approved by AICTE. Alternatively, candidates who have passed Class 10 and Class 12 along with a 2 or 3-year diploma in the same disciplines are also eligible.
Age Limit
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 22 years. Age relaxation applies as per Indian Coast Guard recruitment rules. The date-of-birth windows announced for each batch are:
| Batch / Post | Born Between |
|---|---|
| Navik GD – 01/2027 | 01 Nov 2005 to 01 May 2009 |
| Yantrik – 01/2027 | 01 May 2005 to 01 May 2009 |
| Navik DB – 02/2027 | 01 Nov 2005 to 01 Oct 2009 |
| Hygienist-I – 02/2027 | 01 Nov 2002 to 01 Oct 2009 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 06 October 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 21 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 21 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card | Before exam |
| Result | To be announced |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All other candidates | ₹550 |
| SC / ST candidates | Nil |
Fees can be paid online through debit card, credit card, internet banking, IMPS or mobile wallet. Portal charges are extra.
Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Physical Fitness Test
- Medical Test
How to Apply
- Visit the official Indian Coast Guard recruitment website at joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in.
- Open the CGEPT 01/2027 & 02/2027 online application link.
- Register with your basic details and fill in the application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online (SC/ST candidates pay nothing).
- Submit the form before 21 October 2026 and save a printout of the final application for future reference.
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