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Indian Coast Guard (ICG), through the Staff Selection Commission (SSC), invites online applications (06-10-2026 to 21-10-2026) for Enrolled Persons via CGEPT for Batches 01/2027 and 02/2027. Posts include Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics) and Hygienist-I, with a total of 365 vacancies. Selection involves Stage-I (online exam), Stage-II (PFT, assessment, document verification, recruitment medical), Stage-III (INS Chilka checks) and Stage-IV (document authentication). Apply online at ssc.gov.in; official notification and PDFs are provided in the links.
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Vacancy Details
- Navik (General Duty): 260 vacancies
Qualification: Class 12th passed with Mathematics and Physics from a board recognised by COBSE.- Male: 234
- Female: 26
- Yantrik (Mechanical): 28 vacancies
Qualification: Class 10th passed and Diploma in Mechanical (or equivalent listed) engineering approved by AICTE (duration as specified).- UR (GEN): 9
- Total: 28
- Yantrik (Electrical): 23 vacancies
Qualification: Class 10th passed and Diploma in Electrical (or equivalent listed) engineering approved by AICTE (duration as specified).- UR (GEN): 10
- Total: 23
- Yantrik (Electronics): 9 vacancies
Qualification: Class 10th passed and Diploma in Electronics/Telecommunication (or equivalent listed) engineering approved by AICTE (duration as specified).- UR (GEN): 5
- Total: 9
- Navik (Domestic Branch): 25 vacancies
Qualification: Class 10th passed from a board recognised by COBSE.- Total: 25
- Hygienist-I: 20 vacancies
Qualification: Matriculation OR ITI (Industrial Training Institute) or equivalent from a Board recognised by Central/State Government.- Total: 20
Qualification Requirements
Navik (General Duty): Class 12th passed with Mathematics and Physics from a board recognised by COBSE. Navik (Domestic Branch): Class 10th passed from a board recognised by COBSE. Hygienist-I: Matriculation OR ITI (Industrial Training Institute) or equivalent recognised by Central/State Government. Yantrik: Class 10th passed and a Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics/Telecommunication (Radio/Power) Engineering of duration 2-4 years approved by AICTE, or Class 12th plus a shorter-duration diploma as specified; equivalent diplomas listed in the notification are acceptable.
Application Fees
- Candidates other than SC/ST: ₹550
- SC/ST: ₹0
Selection Process
- Stage-I (Computer Based Online Examination): A one-hour computer-based objective exam of 100 questions (1 mark each), bilingual (Hindi/English), no negative marking. Marks are normalized if multiple shifts; passing marks are specified by category. Candidates must carry original ID, printout of E-admit card and photographs.
- Stage-II (Recruitment Centres): Shortlisted candidates attend Stage-II at specified centres: identity and biometric verification, Physical Fitness Test (PFT), an Assessment and Adaptability Test (qualifying), document verification, and a Recruitment Medical Examination. Stage-II duration is typically 1-2 days.
- Stage-III (INS Chilka): Provisionally shortlisted candidates report to INS Chilka for identity checks (Aadhaar based), detailed document verification, pre-enrolment medical examination, and submission of original documents and police verification. Stage-III duration is 1-2 days.
- Stage-IV (Training Base Verification): Verification/authentication of original educational and other documents with concerned Boards/Universities/State authorities; reports of non-genuineness will lead to termination of candidature/service.
- Medical and Identity Checks (ongoing): Live image capture, facial matching and thumb biometric capture are done at stages; failure in any identity/biometric/medical check leads to cancellation. Medical standards and physical requirements specified in the notification must be met.
How to Apply
- Visit https://ssc.gov.in/ and register; remember the registered e-mail ID and mobile number used for registration.
- Follow guidelines on the registration portal and FAQs available on ssc.gov.in while filling the application.
- Apply for only one post; if multiple applications are filled, only the latest submitted will be considered and previous ones rejected.
- Upload compulsory documents in the specified formats (photograph, live image, signature, DOB proof, identity proof, service/NOC if applicable, domicile certificate where required).
- Pay the examination fee online (Candidates other than SC/ST: Rs. 550; SC/ST exempted) using net banking/debit/credit card/UPI.
- Use the print preview before final submission to verify all details, and use the edit/correction window if provided to correct permitted fields.
- Download/keep E-admit cards and follow instructions sent via registered e-mail/SMS; upload additional documents to download Stage-II E-admit card when shortlisted.
Important Links
- Employment News Notification PDF (top)
- Official Notification PDF (top)
- Application / Apply Online (SSC)
- Official Website – Indian Coast Guard
- Register for Job Alerts (FreeJobAlert)
- Employment News Notification PDF (bottom)
- Official Notification PDF (bottom)
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- Sarkari Result (FreeJobAlert)
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Important Dates
- Online application starts:
- Last date to apply online:
- Validity of uploaded documents (must be valid at least up to):
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum educational qualifications required for these posts?
Navik (General Duty) requires Class 12th with Maths and Physics. Navik (Domestic Branch) and Hygienist-I require Class 10th (Hygienist-I may alternatively have ITI); Yantrik requires Class 10th plus an AICTE-approved diploma in the specified engineering branches or the specified combinations.
How do I apply for the ICG CGEPT recruitment?
Apply online at https://ssc.gov.in/ between 06-10-2026 (1100 hrs) and 21-10-2026 (1730 hrs). Register on the portal, upload required documents, pay the fee (if applicable) and submit the application as per the instructions on the SSC website.
What is the last date to apply online for this recruitment?
The last date to apply online is 21-10-2026 (1730 hrs).
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection is through Stage-I (Computer Based Online Examination), Stage-II (recruitment centre process including PFT, assessment test, document verification and recruitment medical), Stage-III at INS Chilka (identity, document checks and pre-enrolment medical) and Stage-IV (verification/authentication of documents). Meeting medical standards is mandatory.
What is the pay scale/salary for the posts?
Yantrik basic pay is Rs. 29,200/- (Pay Level-5) plus Yantrik pay Rs. 6,200/- and allowances. Navik (GD), Navik (DB) and Hygienist-I have basic pay of Rs. 21,700/- (Pay Level-3) plus dearness allowance and other allowances.
