Indian Coast Guard Navik, Yantrik and Hygienist-I recruitment 2026: 365 posts
The Indian Coast Guard, under the Ministry of Defence, is hiring enrolled personnel for training batches in 2027. Applications go through the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) for Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik and Hygienist-I. Here is everything you need before you apply.
Vacancies by post
The notification lists 190 tentative vacancies for batch 01/2027 and 175 for batch 02/2027. Numbers can change.
Navik (General Duty)
117 male and 13 female vacancies in each batch. Male vacancies are filled zone-wise.
Yantrik
Mechanical 28, Electrical 23, Electronics 9.
Navik (Domestic Branch)
Cook and steward type duties on board and ashore.
Hygienist-I
Class 10 or ITI route, see qualification section.
Navik (GD) female, Yantrik, Navik (DB) and Hygienist-I vacancies are on an all-India basis. Category-wise split (UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST) is printed in the official advertisement.
Age limit by post
Age is set through a date-of-birth window, and the upper age relaxation for reserved categories follows government rules in the advertisement.
| Post | Batch | Born between |
|---|---|---|
| Navik (General Duty) | 01/2027 and 02/2027 | 1 Nov 2005 and 1 May 2009 |
| Yantrik | 01/2027 | 1 May 2005 and 1 May 2009 |
| Navik (Domestic Branch) | 02/2027 | 1 Nov 2005 and 1 Oct 2009 |
| Hygienist-I | 02/2027 | 1 Nov 2002 and 1 Oct 2009 |
Educational qualification
| Post | Minimum qualification |
|---|---|
| Navik (GD) | Class 12 pass with Mathematics and Physics from a COBSE-recognised board. |
| Yantrik (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics) | Class 10 or 12 pass plus an AICTE-recognised diploma in the matching engineering branch. |
| Navik (Domestic Branch) | Class 10 pass from a COBSE-recognised board. |
| Hygienist-I | Class 10 pass, or ITI or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution. |
Qualification wording above is summarised from the reported notification details. Read the exact conditions in the official advertisement before applying.
Application fee
Pay online by net banking, debit card, credit card or UPI.
Physical standards and fitness test
Shortlisted candidates must meet these standards. Height relaxation is available for candidates from the North-East, Gorkhas (up to 5 cm) and island residents (up to 2 cm).
| Measure | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum height | 157 cm | 152 cm |
| Chest | 77 cm, with 5 cm expansion | Not applicable |
| 1.6 km run | 6 min 30 sec | 8 min |
| Squats | 20 | 15 |
| Push-ups | 15 | 10 |
| Sit-ups (female: bent knee) | 15 | 10 |
Weight must be proportionate to height and age as per Navy and Coast Guard medical rules.
Selection process and timeline
Selection happens in stages. Stage-I is planned for early to mid November 2026 and Stage-II for the end of February 2027, according to reported schedules. Exact dates will come on the SSC site.
Computer based exam
Online test (CBE) on the sections set for the post you applied for.
Fitness and assessment
Physical fitness test, assessment and adaptability test, document check and recruitment medical.
Final checks at INS Chilka
Final document verification and pre-enrolment medical. Basic training begins in May 2027 (batch 01) and November 2027 (batch 02).
Pay for these posts is on the government pay matrix: Navik (GD) at Level 3 and Yantrik at Level 5, as reported. The advertisement has the full pay and allowance details.
How to apply
- Open ssc.gov.in, the official Staff Selection Commission website.
- If you are new, complete One-Time Registration (OTR) with your own mobile number and email.
- Log in and open the application for Indian Coast Guard Enrolled Persons Test (CGEPT) Batches 01/2027 and 02/2027.
- Choose your post and fill in your education, personal and contact details.
- Complete the live photo step and upload your signature, ID proof and any certificate the form asks for.
- Pay the fee online if it applies to you (SC and ST candidates are exempt).
- Submit before 21 October 2026, 5:30 PM and keep a printout of the final form for later stages.
Official links
Use only these government websites to apply and to download the full advertisement.
इंडियन कोस्ट गार्ड भर्ती 2026: मुख्य बातें
- CGEPT 01/2027 और 02/2027 बैच के लिए कुल 365 पद: नाविक (GD), नाविक (DB), यांत्रिक और हाइजीनिस्ट-I।
- ऑनलाइन आवेदन 6 अक्टूबर 2026 से शुरू हैं और अंतिम तारीख 21 अक्टूबर 2026 (शाम 5:30 बजे) है।
- आवेदन फीस: सामान्य, OBC, EWS के लिए ₹550। SC/ST के लिए कोई फीस नहीं।
- नाविक (GD) के लिए 12वीं पास (गणित और भौतिकी के साथ) जरूरी है।
- आवेदन केवल ssc.gov.in पर करें। किसी एजेंट को पैसे न दें।
Frequently asked questions
Where do I apply for Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 2027?
Only online on the SSC website, ssc.gov.in. No other mode of application is available.
What is the last date?
21 October 2026 up to 5:30 PM. Do not wait for the last day, because the portal gets slow near the deadline.
Can women apply?
Yes. The notification invites male and female Indian citizens, with 13 Navik (GD) female vacancies in each batch. Check the advertisement for the other posts.
What is the qualification for Navik (GD)?
Class 12 pass with Mathematics and Physics from a recognised board.
Is there any fee for SC and ST candidates?
No. SC and ST candidates are exempt. Others pay Rs 550.
Does ApnaJob.in take any money for this job?
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Disclaimer: ApnaJob.in is an independent information website and is not affiliated with the Indian Coast Guard, the Ministry of Defence or the Staff Selection Commission. This summary is compiled from the public recruitment notification as reported on 9 October 2026. Vacancies, dates, fee and eligibility can change, so read the official advertisement and apply only on ssc.gov.in. We never ask for money to help you apply.
