The Coast Guard Navik Exam Date 2026 is now the key update for candidates who applied for Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 01/2027. As per the official advertisement, the Stage-I computer-based exam for Batch 01/2027 is planned for early to mid November 2026. The online form closed on 21 October 2026. This guide covers the exam schedule, 365 tentative vacancies, exam pattern, physical test standards, pay and admit card steps, all checked against the official notice.
| Organisation | Indian Coast Guard (Ministry of Defence) |
| Exam | Coast Guard Enrolled Personnel Test (CGEPT) 01/2027 and 02/2027 |
| Posts | Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik, Hygienist-I |
| Total vacancies | 365 (tentative): 190 in Batch 01/2027 and 175 in Batch 02/2027 |
| Stage-I exam (Batch 01/2027) | Early/mid November 2026 (tentative) |
| Exam mode | Computer-based test, Hindi and English |
| Application portal | www.ssc.gov.in |
Important Dates for CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027
The Coast Guard has given only tentative months for each stage. Therefore, keep checking the portal for the exact day and shift.
| Event | Date (as per official notice) |
|---|---|
| Online application opened | 6 October 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Last date to apply | 21 October 2026, 5:30 PM |
| Stage-I CBT – Batch 01/2027 | Early/mid November 2026 |
| Stage-II – Batch 01/2027 | End of February 2027 |
| Stage-III – Batch 01/2027 | Early May 2027 |
| Batch 02/2027 | Mid October 2027 (as listed in the notice) |
| Admit card | To be announced by the Indian Coast Guard |
Vacancy Details (Tentative)
The notice lists vacancies batch-wise. Navik (GD) male posts are filled zone-wise, so each zone has a separate merit list. Other posts are filled on an All India basis.
Batch 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 |
Batch 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 (DB) – Male | 11 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 25 |
| Hygienist-I – Male | 9 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 20 |
Age Limit and Eligibility
The age limit is given as a date of birth range. OBC candidates get 3 years and SC/ST candidates get 5 years of relaxation.
- Navik (GD), both batches: born between 1 November 2005 and 1 May 2009.
- Yantrik (Batch 01): born between 1 May 2005 and 1 May 2009.
- Navik (DB) (Batch 02): born between 1 November 2005 and 1 October 2009.
- Hygienist-I (Batch 02): born between 1 November 2002 and 1 October 2009.
For education, Navik (GD) needs Class 12 with Maths and Physics. Navik (DB) needs Class 10. Hygienist-I needs Matriculation or ITI. Yantrik needs Class 10 plus an AICTE-approved engineering diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics or Telecommunication. Boards must be recognised by COBSE or AICTE.
Stage-I decides merit. So, with the Coast Guard Navik exam date 2026 close, most of your preparation should focus here.
- 100 multiple-choice questions, 1 mark each.
- Duration of 1 hour, in Hindi and English.
- No negative marking.
- Minimum passing marks: 40 for UR/EWS/OBC and 35 for SC/ST.
Selection Process
- Stage-I: Computer-based exam. Merit is based on these marks.
- Stage-II: Qualifying stage at ICG recruitment centres. It includes the Physical Fitness Test, an Assessment and Adaptability Test, document verification and a medical exam.
- Stage-III: At INS Chilka, with Aadhaar-based identity check, document verification and pre-enrolment medicals.
- Stage-IV: Verification of original documents with boards, universities and state authorities.
Physical Fitness Test Standards
| Event | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 km run | 6 min 30 sec | 8 min 15 sec |
| Squats | 20 | 15 |
| Push-ups | 15 | 10 |
| Sit-ups | 15 | 10 |
Minimum height is 157 cm for men and 152 cm for women, with relaxation for some domiciles. In addition, candidates with spectacles are not eligible for the GD Branch.
Salary and Benefits
- Navik (GD), Navik (DB), Hygienist-I: basic pay Rs 21,700 (Pay Level-3) plus DA and allowances.
- Yantrik: basic pay Rs 29,200 (Pay Level-5) plus Yantrik pay of Rs 6,200, DA and allowances.
Other benefits include free medical care, accommodation or HRA, 45 days earned leave and 8 days casual leave a year, and insurance cover of Rs 75 lakh.
The Indian Coast Guard has not yet released the Stage-I admit card. Once it does, follow these steps:
- Visit the official portal ssc.gov.in, where you applied.
- Log in with your registration details and password.
- Open the admit card or exam city section for CGEPT 01/2027.
- Check your name, photo, exam city, date and reporting time.
- Download and print two copies. Carry one with a valid photo ID.
If you created your profile through SSC One-Time Registration, see our SSC OTR registration guide for login help.
Important Links
| Official CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027 advertisement (PDF) | Download |
| Application and admit card portal | ssc.gov.in |
| Other exams this month | Upcoming government exams Nov-Dec 2026 |
| Related defence-style exam | SSC CPO exam date 2026 |
The official notice says Stage-I for Batch 01/2027 is in early to mid November 2026. The exact date will appear on the admit card.
No. Stage-I has 100 questions of 1 mark each, with no negative marking.
How many vacancies are there in CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027?
There are 365 tentative vacancies: 190 in Batch 01/2027 and 175 in Batch 02/2027.
Navik (GD) and Navik (DB) get basic pay of Rs 21,700 at Pay Level-3, plus DA and allowances.
What are the passing marks in Stage-I?
UR, EWS and OBC candidates need 40 marks. SC and ST candidates need 35 marks.
Sources
- Indian Coast Guard – CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027 advertisement (hosted on ssc.gov.in): dates, vacancies, age, eligibility, pattern, PFT, pay.
Always confirm details on the official website before applying.