Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Recruitment – Enrolled Persons

Recruiting Authority: Indian Coast Guard (ICG) through the Staff Selection Commission (SSC).

Posts Open:

• Navik (General Duty) – Male & Female
• Navik (Domestic Branch) – Male only
• Yantrik – Male only
• Hygienist‑I – Male only

Total Vacancies: 365 (tentative; may change)

Eligibility:

• Indian citizens (male or female) as per post requirements.
• Educational qualifications and age limits as specified in the official notification.
• Candidates may apply for only one post.

Application Window:

• Start: 06 October 2026, 11:00 hrs
• End: 21 October 2026, 17:30 hrs
• Mode: Online at ssc.gov.in

Recruitment Process:

1. Coast Guard Enrolled Persons Test (CGEPT) – Batches 01/2027 and 02/2027.
2. Stages: Stage‑I, Stage‑II, Stage‑III, Stage‑IV.
3. Selection: Based on performance in all stages and meeting prescribed medical standards.
4. E‑Admit Cards: Issued for Stages I‑III; candidates must download them from their login ID.

Vacancy Distribution:

• Navik (GD) – Male: Zone‑wise (North, West, East, South, Central). Separate merit lists per zone.
• Navik (GD) – Female, Yantrik, Navik (DB), Hygienist‑I: All‑India basis.
• Reserved Categories: If no vacancy is reserved for SC/ST/OBC/EWS in a zone, candidates may apply as unreserved.

Important Notes:

• The notification lists tentative vacancies; final numbers may differ.
• Candidates must fill marks accurately; incomplete or incorrect entries may lead to cancellation.
• Yantrik candidates without original diploma certificates must submit provisional certificates signed by the college/university head before Stage‑II.

Next Steps:

• Visit the SSC website to download the official notification PDF and apply.
• Keep track of the exam schedule and admit card releases.