Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 2027: 365 Vacancies, Eligibility & Apply Online

The Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 2027 recruitment is open for batches CGEPT 01/2027 and CGEPT 02/2027, with 365 tentative vacancies across Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik and Hygienist-I posts. The Indian Coast Guard’s recruitment page confirms that registration began on 6 October 2026 and directs candidates to the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) website for submitting applications. The current reported closing time is 21 October 2026 at 5:30 PM, so eligible candidates should check the live SSC application portal and finish well before the deadline.

This guide summarises the post-wise eligibility, date-of-birth windows, education requirements, application steps and selection process. Read the official advertisement before applying: each post and batch has its own conditions, and not every post is open to every applicant. The 365-vacancy total is tentative and should be treated as subject to the official notice and any corrigendum.

Last checked: 15 October 2026. Official recruitment references: Indian Coast Guard Recruitment page and SSC official website. The Coast Guard says the CGEPT registration process for both batches is conducted through SSC.

CGEPT 2027 recruitment at a glance

Table of contents

• Important dates
• Vacancy distribution
• Age limit and date-of-birth windows
• Post-wise educational qualifications
• Application fee
• How to apply online
• Documents and application checks
• Selection process
• Pay and service conditions
• Common application mistakes
• FAQs
• Official sources

Important dates for CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027

The Indian Coast Guard’s own registration notice confirms the 6 October start date and directs candidates to SSC. The later stage dates shown above are reported as tentative and can change. Treat the SSC notice, candidate login and any official corrigendum as the final authority for examination dates, admit-card instructions and reporting requirements.

Vacancy distribution

The combined intake is reported as 365 tentative vacancies across the two batches. The split published in recruitment reporting is 190 posts for CGEPT 01/2027 and 175 posts for CGEPT 02/2027. Vacancies can be revised by the recruiting authority, so use the exact post, batch, gender and zone row in the official advertisement before selecting an application option.

The notification’s post-wise tables distinguish trades and candidate groups. Navik (GD) vacancies include male and female positions; reporting indicates the Yantrik posts are for male candidates. Navik (DB) and Hygienist-I are also listed for male candidates in this intake. Do not infer that a post is open to you from the combined total alone: check the vacancy table and eligibility wording for your selected batch.

Age limit and date-of-birth windows

For this recruitment, eligibility is checked using the date-of-birth window for the specific post and batch—not simply by subtracting the birth year from the current year. The table below summarises the reported unrelaxed windows. Both endpoints are shown as published in recruitment summaries, but candidates must confirm the exact inclusive wording and relaxation provisions in the official advertisement.

Recruitment summaries report upper-age relaxation of 3 years for eligible OBC candidates and 5 years for eligible SC/ST candidates. Relaxation is not automatic for every candidate who belongs to a category; it depends on the category and vacancy rules in the official advertisement. Check whether the vacancy is reserved for that category and what certificate format is required.

Use the exact date-of-birth boundaries in the advertisement. A candidate can fall outside a window even when their age seems close to the usual 18–22 range, because the cut-off dates differ between posts. If a date is at a boundary, verify the wording in the official notice instead of relying on a calculator or a third-party table.

Post-wise educational qualifications

The required education varies substantially by post. A general “10th pass” or “12th pass” statement is not enough to establish eligibility for every CGEPT option. The following is a high-level guide to the requirements described in recruitment reporting; check the detailed advertisement for recognised boards, subject combinations, diploma length, branch/trade and any equivalency rules.

Navik (General Duty)

Navik (GD) has a subject-specific education requirement: candidates should not assume that any Class 12 certificate is sufficient. Confirm Mathematics and Physics and the recognised-board requirement in the advertisement. The notice also separates the vacancy groups and the applicable zone or all-India basis, so use the row that matches your candidature.

Navik (Domestic Branch)

Navik (DB) is listed under CGEPT 02/2027 in current recruitment reporting. Check the Matriculation requirement, batch label, candidate eligibility and any trade or medical conditions stated in the notice. Do not select a Navik (GD) option if your qualification does not meet its separate subject requirements.

Yantrik

Yantrik eligibility is tied to the relevant engineering discipline. The notice may permit more than one diploma route depending on prior schooling and diploma duration. Read the precise branch list and accepted qualification wording before paying the fee. A diploma with a similar title is not necessarily equivalent to a named discipline in the advertisement.

Hygienist-I

Hygienist-I is a distinct post in CGEPT 02/2027 and has its own reported date-of-birth window and qualification clause. Verify whether your certificate is expressly accepted by the notification and whether additional conditions apply. Do not assume that every ITI or equivalent credential automatically qualifies.

Application fee

Recruitment reporting states that the examination fee is ₹550 for candidates required to pay, with eligible SC/ST candidates exempt. The fee is generally submitted online through the payment methods shown by SSC. Confirm the amount and exemption displayed in your live application before making payment, because the portal and official notice govern the fee payable for your specific application.

• Check the post, batch and candidate details before starting payment.
• Use only the payment methods shown in the official SSC portal.
• Keep the payment acknowledgement or transaction reference for your records.
• Do not assume an unsuccessful payment means the form has been submitted successfully; check the application status in the candidate login.

How to apply online

The Indian Coast Guard directs candidates to apply through SSC for the CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027 intake. Start from the official SSC website, not an unofficial form mirror. The labels and login flow can change, so follow the live recruitment notice and the portal’s own instructions.

1. Open ssc.gov.in and sign in or complete the required registration steps if you do not already have the necessary account.
2. Find the CGEPT recruitment notice for batches 01/2027 and 02/2027 and read the full advertisement before selecting a post.
3. Choose the post and batch that match your education, date of birth and other eligibility conditions. Carefully check gender, zone or vacancy-group restrictions where applicable.
4. Enter your personal, contact, educational and other required details exactly as supported by your documents.
5. Upload the photograph, signature and supporting documents in the format and size specified by the live portal. Do not reuse a cropped or altered image if it fails the portal’s rules.
6. Review the complete form before final submission. Check spelling, date of birth, category, qualification, post and batch.
7. Pay the fee if it is required for your application, then verify the payment status.
8. Submit the form and save the confirmation page, application number and a copy of the completed application.

Avoid waiting until the final hour. Heavy traffic, document upload problems, failed payments or account recovery can consume time. A form saved as a draft or a payment initiated but not confirmed may not count as a completed application. Return to your SSC login and check the final application status after submission.

Documents and application checks

• A valid identity and contact information, as requested in the portal.
• Class 10 and/or Class 12 certificates and marksheets relevant to the post.
• The accepted diploma or ITI documents for candidates applying to a technical or qualification-specific post.
• A category certificate in the prescribed format, if claiming a category-based relaxation or exemption.
• A recent photograph and signature file meeting the portal’s image specifications.
• Any additional declaration or certificate specifically requested in the official notice.

This list is a preparation aid, not a replacement for the official checklist. The advertisement and application portal define which documents must be uploaded at the application stage and which must be presented later. Keep your name, date of birth and other personal details consistent with your supporting records. If you find a mismatch, read the portal’s correction policy and official notice rather than assuming it can be changed after the deadline.

Selection process

CGEPT selection is multi-stage. The computer-based examination is only the beginning; candidates must also satisfy the physical, assessment, document and medical requirements set out for their post and batch. The precise stage structure and qualifying conditions should be read in the official advertisement and subsequent instructions.

1. Stage I — Computer-based examination: Candidates take the written/online examination under the scheme and syllabus prescribed by the notice.
2. Later physical and assessment stages: Candidates shortlisted from earlier stages must complete the prescribed physical fitness, assessment or other stage-specific requirements. Follow the instructions in the call letter.
3. Document verification: Original certificates and prescribed supporting documents are checked against the application and eligibility conditions.
4. Medical examination: Candidates must meet the service’s applicable medical standards and any further directions in the official process.
5. Final selection and training: Progression and enrolment depend on the official merit and eligibility rules, completion of required stages, and the instructions for the relevant batch.

Do not treat tentative exam dates or a third-party stage description as a final schedule. SSC and the Indian Coast Guard may issue later notices about examination city, admission certificate, stage dates, reporting, physical standards or document formats. Check the official portal regularly and follow the version of the instructions applicable to your application.

Pay and service conditions

Current recruitment summaries report basic pay of ₹21,700 for Navik and Hygienist-I and ₹29,200 for Yantrik, with the applicable pay level and allowances depending on the post. Read the official advertisement for the complete pay structure, trade-specific pay, allowances, training and service conditions. A headline basic-pay figure is not the same as take-home salary, which can depend on allowances and deductions.

Candidates should also read the terms governing training and service before applying. Recruitment into a uniformed service involves physical and medical standards, discipline and service requirements that differ from an ordinary civilian vacancy. Make sure you understand the post and training conditions rather than choosing only by vacancy count or advertised pay.

Common application mistakes to avoid

• Applying for a post without checking the exact date-of-birth window for that batch.
• Assuming every Class 12 certificate qualifies for Navik (GD) without checking the Mathematics and Physics requirement.
• Choosing the wrong Yantrik branch or assuming a similar diploma title is automatically accepted.
• Missing the deadline because the fee payment or final submission was not confirmed.
• Using an unofficial application link or paying a third party to submit a form.
• Assuming a category relaxation applies without meeting the notice’s certificate and vacancy conditions.
• Treating tentative exam dates as confirmed or ignoring later official notices.
• Failing to save the final application, payment acknowledgement and confirmation details.

FAQs

What is the last date to apply for Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 2027?

Current recruitment reporting gives 21 October 2026 at 5:30 PM as the deadline. Confirm the live application window and time on the official SSC portal before submitting.

How many vacancies are announced?

The combined intake is reported as 365 tentative vacancies across CGEPT 01/2027 and CGEPT 02/2027. The detailed distribution is post- and batch-specific and may be revised by the recruiting authority.

Can female candidates apply?

Recruitment reporting indicates that female candidates can apply for Navik (GD) vacancies. Other listed posts have candidate-group restrictions in this intake. Check the official vacancy table for the post and batch you intend to choose.

Is Class 12 required for every post?

No. The broad qualification differs by post: Navik (GD) requires Class 12 with Mathematics and Physics; Navik (DB) is reported with a Class 10 requirement; Yantrik requires an accepted engineering diploma route; and Hygienist-I has its own qualification clause. The official notice defines the exact criteria.

What are the age limits for the two batches?

There is no single birth-date window for all posts. Navik (GD), Yantrik, Navik (DB) and Hygienist-I have different reported DOB windows. Use the table above as a summary and verify the precise boundaries and relaxation rules in the official advertisement.

Where should I apply?

Applications are directed through the Staff Selection Commission website at ssc.gov.in. The Indian Coast Guard’s official recruitment page confirms the registration route.

When is the Stage I examination?

Current recruitment reporting describes the Stage I examination as expected in early to mid-November 2026, but this is tentative. Use SSC notices and your candidate login for the confirmed schedule and admission certificate.

Is the 365-vacancy count final?

Treat it as a tentative total. The official advertisement and any later corrigendum determine the final post-wise vacancy figures and eligibility conditions.

Official sources and further reading

• Indian Coast Guard — official recruitment page. The recruitment page lists the registration announcement for CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027.
• Indian Coast Guard registration announcement for CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027. Confirms that registration commenced on 6 October 2026 and directs applicants to SSC.
• Staff Selection Commission — official application portal. Use the live notice and candidate login for application status, corrigenda, examination schedule and admission certificates.
• Recruitment summary with reported vacancy, date and eligibility details. Used for a secondary cross-check; verify all personal eligibility decisions against the official advertisement.
• Related guide: Indian Coast Guard Navik age limit. Covers the broader age-limit topic; this article focuses on the current CGEPT batches and application.

The article is an informational summary, not an eligibility decision by the Indian Coast Guard. Before you apply, read the full official advertisement and any corrigendum published on the official portals. If a secondary source differs from the notice, follow the official notice.

Conclusion

Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027 offer a reported 365 tentative vacancies across four post types. The application window is currently reported to close on 21 October 2026 at 5:30 PM. Before submitting, match your date of birth and qualification to the exact post and batch, confirm the fee and category conditions, and save your final application record. Start at SSC and keep checking the Indian Coast Guard recruitment page for official updates.