ICG CGEPT Recruitment 2027: The Indian Coast Guard has released the Coast Guard Enrolled Personnel Test notification for Batches 01/2027 and 02/2027 for 365 Enrolled Personnel posts. The recruitment is being conducted through the Staff Selection Commission (SSC).
Eligible male and female Indian citizens can apply online at ssc.gov.in from 6 October 2026 (11:00 AM) to 21 October 2026 (5:30 PM). The vacancies are for Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik (Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics) and Hygienist-I. Candidates who have passed Class 10, Class 12, ITI or a diploma, depending on the post, can apply.
Key Highlights:
- 365 posts across CGEPT-01/2027 (190) and CGEPT-02/2027 (175).
- Online application through ssc.gov.in from 6 to 21 October 2026.
- Stage-I computer-based exam in early/mid November 2026.
- Application fee: Rs 550; SC/ST candidates exempt.
- Only Navik (GD) is open to women (26 posts); Yantrik, Navik (DB) and Hygienist-I are for men only.
| ICG CGEPT Recruitment 2027 | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Coast Guard, Ministry of Defence |
| Exam Conducted By | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | Coast Guard Enrolled Personnel Test (CGEPT) |
| Batches | 01/2027 and 02/2027 |
| Posts | Navik (GD), Navik (DB), Yantrik, Hygienist-I |
| Total Vacancies | 365 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Apply Online Dates | 6 to 21 October 2026 |
| Application Fee | Rs 550 (SC/ST: Nil) |
| Selection Process | Stage I, II, III and IV |
| Training | INS Chilka |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
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ICG CGEPT 2027 Important Dates
The ICG CGEPT online application window closes at 5:30 PM on 21 October 2026. Stage-I for both batches is planned for early/mid November 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification in Employment News | 10–16 October 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 6 October 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 October 2026 (5:30 PM) |
| Stage-I (CBT) – both batches | Early/Mid November 2026 |
| Stage-II – both batches | End February 2027 |
| Stage-III – CGEPT-01/2027 | Early May 2027 |
| Stage-III – CGEPT-02/2027 | Mid October 2027 |
| Training Starts – 01/2027 | May 2027 |
| Training Starts – 02/2027 | November 2027 |
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ICG CGEPT Vacancy 2027
A total of 365 tentative vacancies have been announced for ICG CGEPT : 190 in CGEPT-01/2027 and 175 in CGEPT-02/2027. Navik (GD) has the most posts, with 260 across both batches.
| Batch | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| CGEPT-01/2027 | Navik (General Duty) – Male | 117 |
| CGEPT-01/2027 | Navik (General Duty) – Female | 13 |
| CGEPT-01/2027 | Yantrik (Mechanical) | 28 |
| CGEPT-01/2027 | Yantrik (Electrical) | 23 |
| CGEPT-01/2027 | Yantrik (Electronics) | 9 |
| CGEPT-02/2027 | Navik (General Duty) – Male | 117 |
| CGEPT-02/2027 | Navik (General Duty) – Female | 13 |
| CGEPT-02/2027 | Navik (Domestic Branch) | 25 |
| CGEPT-02/2027 | Hygienist-I | 20 |
| Total | 365 |
Category-Wise Vacancy: CGEPT-01/2027
| Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navik (GD) – Male | 44 | 11 | 36 | 14 | 12 | 117 |
| Navik (GD) – Female | 8 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 13 |
| Yantrik (Mechanical) | 9 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 28 |
| Yantrik (Electrical) | 10 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 23 |
| Yantrik (Electronics) | 5 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
Category-Wise Vacancy: CGEPT-02/2027
| Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navik (GD) – Male | 48 | 11 | 36 | 14 | 8 | 117 |
| Navik (GD) – Female | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 13 |
| Navik (Domestic Branch) | 11 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 25 |
| Hygienist-I | 9 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 20 |
Zone-Wise Recruitment for Navik (GD) Male
Navik (GD) male vacancies are split across five zones, with a separate merit list for each. All other posts (Navik GD female, Yantrik, Navik DB, Hygienist-I) are filled on an all-India basis.
| Zone | States / UTs |
|---|---|
| North | Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Chandigarh |
| West | Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Goa, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu |
| East | West Bengal, Assam, Tripura, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Sikkim, Odisha |
| South | Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala, Karnataka, Lakshadweep |
| Central | Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Bihar |
If a zone has no reserved vacancy for a category, candidates of that category can apply as unreserved but without any relaxation or fee waiver.
ICG CGEPT 01/2027 & 02/2027 Notification PDF
The ICG CGEPT notification was published in Employment News (10–16 October 2026), and the full advertisement is on ssc.gov.in. It covers batch-wise vacancies, eligibility, the four-stage selection process, medical standards and pay.
ICG CGEPT 01/2027 & 02/2027 Short Notification PDF
Check Full Notice PDF
ICG CGEPT Eligibility Criteria 2027
Only Indian citizens can apply for ICG CGEPT Vacancy. Education must be from a board recognised by COBSE (for 10th/12th) or AICTE (for diploma); Open School certificates not recognised by AICTE/COBSE are not accepted.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Navik (General Duty) | Class 12 passed with Maths and Physics |
| Navik (Domestic Branch) | Class 10 passed |
| Hygienist-I | Matriculation or ITI or equivalent |
| Yantrik | Class 10 + 3 or 4-year AICTE diploma in Electrical / Mechanical / Electronics & Telecommunication (Radio/Power) Engineering; or Class 10 & 12 + 2 or 3-year AICTE diploma in these branches |
Yantrik candidates without the original diploma certificate before Stage-II must upload a provisional certificate signed by the college/university head, and must bring the original diploma at Stage-III.
Age Limit
| Post | Batch | Date of Birth Between |
|---|---|---|
| Navik (GD) | 01/2027 & 02/2027 | 1 November 2005 – 1 May 2009 |
| Yantrik | 01/2027 | 1 May 2005 – 1 May 2009 |
| Navik (DB) | 02/2027 | 1 November 2005 – 1 October 2009 |
| Hygienist-I | 02/2027 | 1 November 2002 – 1 October 2009 |
Age relaxation: OBC – 3 years; SC/ST – 5 years.
ICG CGEPT Application Fee 2027
The ICG CGEPT exam fee is paid online through net banking, Visa/MasterCard/Maestro/debit card or UPI. It is not refundable or adjustable.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC | Rs 550 |
| SC / ST | Nil |
If money is deducted but the payment fails, it is refunded automatically; wait 15 working days before checking with your bank.
ICG CGEPT Selection Process 2027
Selection of ICG CGEPT is based on performance in four stages, medical standards and available vacancies. All stages are mandatory, and candidates’ identity is checked at every stage through photo, live image and left-thumb biometrics.
- Stage-I: Computer Based Examination (CBE)
- Stage-II: Document verification, Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Assessment & Adaptability Test and Recruitment Medical at ICG Recruitment Centres
- Stage-III: Document verification and pre-enrolment medical at INS Chilka
- Stage-IV: Verification of original documents with the issuing boards and universities
Stage-I Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer Based Exam |
| Questions | 100 |
| Marks | 1 mark per question |
| Duration | 1 hour |
| Language | Hindi and English (bilingual) |
| Negative Marking | None |
| Syllabus | Available at ssc.gov.in |
| Category | Passing Marks (Stage-I) |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC | 40 |
| SC / ST | 35 |
If the exam is held in multiple shifts, scores will be normalised. Shortlisting for Stage-II is based on Stage-I merit; Stage-II is held jointly for both batches over 1–2 days.
Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
| Gender | 1.6 km Run | Squats (Uthak-Baithak) | Push-ups | Bent Knee Sit-ups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 6 min 30 sec | 20 | 15 | 15 |
| Female | 8 min | 15 | 10 | 10 |
All four tests are done in a row without a break, and a break in any test means failure in the PFT. The Assessment & Adaptability Test is qualifying only.
If two candidates have equal Stage-I marks, the older candidate ranks higher, then the one with higher assessment test marks.
ICG CGEPT Medical Standards
Medical examination is done by Defence Medical Officers as per standards for Enrolled Persons. Key requirements:
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Height (Male) | Minimum 157 cm |
| Height (Female) | Minimum 152 cm |
| Chest (Male) | Minimum 77 cm with at least 5 cm expansion |
| Weight | Proportionate to height and age |
| Hearing | Normal; able to hear a forced whisper from 6 m with each ear |
| Dental | Healthy gums and at least 14 dental points |
| Tattoo | Only on the inner forearm (elbow to wrist) or back of the palm; concessions for tribal communities |
Height is relaxed by up to 5 cm for candidates domiciled in Assam, Nagaland, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura, Garhwal, Kumaon, Sikkim and for Gorkhas, and by 2 cm for Ladakh, Lakshadweep, Minicoy and Andaman & Nicobar Islands. A domicile certificate is needed to claim this.
Visual Standards
| Post | Better Eye | Worse Eye |
|---|---|---|
| Navik (General Duty) | 6/6 | 6/9 |
| Navik (Domestic Branch) | 6/36 | 6/36 |
| Yantrik | 6/24 | 6/24 |
| Hygienist-I | 6/60 without glasses (6/9 with glasses) | 6/60 without glasses (6/24 with glasses) |
Candidates using glasses are not eligible for the GD branch. Persons with any kind of disability are not eligible, and pregnant female candidates are disqualified.
ICG CGEPT Salary 2027
Yantrik gets the highest pay at Level 5 plus a Yantrik pay of Rs 6,200, while Navik and Hygienist-I posts start at Level 3. Dearness Allowance and other allowances are paid on top, based on duty and place of posting.
| Post | Pay Level | Basic Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Yantrik | Level 5 | Rs 29,200 + Rs 6,200 Yantrik pay |
| Navik (General Duty) | Level 3 | Rs 21,700 |
| Navik (Domestic Branch) | Level 3 | Rs 21,700 |
| Hygienist-I | Level 3 | Rs 21,700 |
Perks and Benefits
- Free ration and clothing
- Free medical treatment for self and family, including dependent parents, in military hospitals
- Government accommodation or House Rent Allowance
- 45 days earned leave and 8 days casual leave every year, with LTC
- Pension under NPS or UPS, plus gratuity
- Canteen (CSD) and loan facilities; ECHS after retirement
- Insurance cover of Rs 75 lakh from the Naval Group Insurance Fund
Promotion is possible up to Pradhan Adhikari / Pradhan Sahayak Engineer / Hygiene Supervisor, and to the officer cadre based on merit and regulations.
How to Apply for ICG CGEPT Recruitment 2027?
Applications are accepted only online at ssc.gov.in from 6 to 21 October 2026. A candidate can apply for only one post; if multiple forms are filled, only the last one is kept.
- Go to ssc.gov.in and register (use your Aadhaar card as the first ID proof option, if you have one).
- Note your registered email ID and mobile number; they are shown encrypted later and cannot be recovered.
- Log in and fill the CGEPT application form, including subject-wise marks from your marksheet.
- Upload your photo (not older than 3 months), signature and documents; a live photo is also captured.
- Choose your Stage-I exam city preferences.
- Pay the Rs 550 fee online (SC/ST exempt).
- Check the print preview carefully and submit. Keep a printout of the form.
An edit window of 2–3 days will be given after registration to correct a few fields.
Documents to Upload While Applying
- Recent passport-size colour photograph and signature
- Date of birth proof (Class 10 marksheet or birth certificate)
- Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Driving Licence or Passport)
- Domicile certificate (mandatory for Navik GD male; others only if claiming height relaxation)
- Service certificate / NOC, if serving in ICG or as a civilian
Category certificates, marksheets and diploma documents are uploaded later if shortlisted for Stage-II. All documents must be issued on or before the closing date and be valid until at least 31 December 2027.
Helpline: support@parikshasaarthi.in | 7620207872
ICG CGEPT Apply Online Link 2026 – Active till 21 October 2026 (ssc.gov.in)
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ICG CGEPT Recruitment 2027 FAQs
Ques: How many vacancies are there in ICG CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027?
Ans: There are 365 posts in total: 190 in CGEPT-01/2027 and 175 in CGEPT-02/2027.
Ques: What is the last date to apply for ICG CGEPT 2027?
Ans: The last date to apply online at ssc.gov.in is 21 October 2026, up to 5:30 PM.
Ques: Who conducts the ICG CGEPT 2027 exam?
Ans: The exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) for the Indian Coast Guard.
Ques: What is the qualification for ICG Navik GD?
Ans: Class 12 passed with Maths and Physics from a COBSE-recognised board.
Ques: Can women apply for ICG CGEPT 2027?
Ans: Yes, women can apply only for Navik (General Duty), which has 26 posts for female candidates across both batches.
Ques: Is there negative marking in the ICG CGEPT Stage-I exam?
Ans: No, there is no negative marking for wrong answers.
Ques: What is the salary of ICG Yantrik?
Ans: Yantrik gets Rs 29,200 basic pay (Level 5) plus Rs 6,200 Yantrik pay and allowances.