Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Exam City 2026: The Join Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has released the examination city details for the Navik and Yantrik CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027 recruitment examination on 06 November 2026. Candidates who successfully submitted their application forms can check their examination city details through the official recruitment portal.

The Indian Coast Guard recruitment examination is being conducted for a total of 365 vacancies, including Navik General Duty (GD), Navik Domestic Branch (DB), Yantrik Mechanical, Yantrik Electrical, Yantrik Electronics and Hygienist‑I posts.
The Stage‑I examination is scheduled for 17 and 18 November 2026. Candidates should note that the admit card will be available approximately 48–72 hours before the examination. Read this article for complete information about the exam city, admit card, examination schedule, eligibility criteria, age limit, vacancy distribution and selection process.
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Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Join Indian Coast Guard (ICG) |
| Examination Name | Coast Guard Enrolled Personnel Test (CGEPT) |
| Recruitment | Navik & Yantrik Recruitment 2026 |
| Batches | CGEPT 01/2027 & 02/2027 |
| Post Names | Navik GD, Navik DB, Yantrik, Hygienist‑I |
| Total Vacancies | 365 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam City Available | 06 November 2026 |
| Stage‑I Exam Date | 17–18 November 2026 |
| Admit Card | 48–72 Hours Before Exam |
| Stage-II Exam | February 2027 |
| Official Website | https://joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in/ |
Important Dates – Coast Guard CGEPT 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Begins | 06 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 October 2026 (up to 5:30 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 21 October 2026 |
| Exam City Available | 06 November 2026 |
| Stage‑I Examination | 17–18 November 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | 48–72 Hours Before Exam |
| Stage-II Examination | February 2027 |
Candidates should regularly check the official recruitment portal for updates regarding examination dates, admit cards and further selection stages.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹550 |
| OBC | ₹550 |
| EWS | ₹550 |
| SC | ₹0 |
| ST | ₹0 |
Candidates could pay the application fee through debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
Indian Coast Guard Age Limit 2026
The date-of-birth requirements vary according to the post and recruitment batch.
| Post Name | Date of Birth |
|---|---|
| Navik General Duty (GD) | 01 November 2005 to 01 May 2009 |
| Yantrik | 01 May 2005 to 01 May 2009 |
| Navik Domestic Branch (DB) | 01 November 2005 to 01 October 2009 |
| Hygienist‑I | 01 November 2002 to 01 October 2009 |
Age relaxation will be provided to eligible candidates according to the Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027 recruitment rules.
Candidates should verify the exact date-of-birth conditions in the official notification before relying on the above details.
Indian Coast Guard Vacancy Details 2026
The Indian Coast Guard has announced a total of 365 vacancies for Navik, Yantrik and Hygienist‑I posts under CGEPT 01/2027 and CGEPT 02/2027.
| Post Name | Batch | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Navik General Duty (GD) | CGEPT 01/2027 | 130 |
| Navik General Duty (GD) | CGEPT 02/2027 | 130 |
| Yantrik Mechanical | CGEPT 01/2027 | 28 |
| Yantrik Electrical | CGEPT 01/2027 | 23 |
| Yantrik Electronics | CGEPT 01/2027 | 9 |
| Navik Domestic Branch (DB) | CGEPT 02/2027 | 25 |
| Hygienist‑I | CGEPT 02/2027 | 20 |
| Total | 365 |
Educational Qualification – Coast Guard Navik & Yantrik 2026
Candidates must fulfil the educational qualification requirements prescribed for their respective posts.
1. Navik General Duty (GD)
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) from a recognised education board.
- Physics and Mathematics must be subjects in the qualifying examination.
2. Yantrik Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics
- Candidates must have passed Class 10 from a recognised board.
- A relevant diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics or Telecommunication (Radio/Power) Engineering is required.
- Refer to the official notification for the specific diploma disciplines and eligibility conditions for each Yantrik trade.
3. Navik Domestic Branch (DB)
- Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognised education board in India.
4. Hygienist‑I
- Candidates must have passed Class 10 or possess the prescribed ITI certificate.
- Additional trade-specific requirements, if applicable, should be checked in the official notification.
Coast Guard CGEPT 01/2027 & 02/2027 Category-Wise Vacancy Details
The category-wise vacancy distribution provided for the recruitment is given below.
| Post / Batch | Gender | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navik GD 01/2027 | Male | 44 | 11 | 36 | 14 | 12 | 117 |
| Navik GD 01/2027 | Female | 8 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 13 |
| Navik GD 02/2027 | Male | 48 | 11 | 36 | 14 | 8 | 117 |
| Navik GD 02/2027 | Female | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 13 |
| Navik DB 02/2027 | Male | 11 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 25 |
| Hygienist‑I 02/2027 | Male | 9 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 20 |
| Yantrik Mechanical 01/2027 | Male | 9 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 28 |
| Yantrik Electrical 01/2027 | Male | 10 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 23 |
| Yantrik Electronics 01/2027 | Male | 5 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
Total Vacancies: 365 Posts
How to Check Indian Coast Guard Exam City 2026
Candidates enrolled for CGEPT 01/2027 and 02/2027 can follow these steps to check their examination city details:
- Visit the official Indian Coast Guard recruitment website.
- Open the candidate login or examination city information section.
- Select the relevant CGEPT 01/2027 or 02/2027 recruitment option.
- Enter your registered email ID, password or other required login details.
- Submit the information to access your candidate dashboard.
- Find the examination city intimation or exam notice link.
- Check your examination city and other available details.
- Download or save the examination city information for future reference.
Important: The exam city information is intended to inform candidates about their examination location. Candidates must download their admit cards separately when released.
How to Download Coast Guard Navik & Yantrik Admit Card 2026
The Indian Coast Guard Navik and Yantrik Stage‑I Admit Card is expected to be available 48–72 hours before the examination.
Follow these steps to download your admit card:
- Visit the official Indian Coast Guard recruitment portal.
- Open the CGEPT 01/2027 or CGEPT 02/2027 candidate login page.
- Enter your registration or login credentials.
- Open the Admit Card / E‑Admit Card section.
- Select the relevant examination and batch.
- Download your admit card.
- Check your name, photograph, examination date, reporting time and examination centre.
- Take a clear printout of the admit card for examination purposes.
Candidates should carry the printed admit card and the required original identity proof to the examination centre as instructed by the authorities.
Coast Guard CGEPT Selection Process 2026
The recruitment selection process is conducted in multiple stages according to the Indian Coast Guard recruitment rules. The broad stages include:
- Stage‑I: Computer-Based Written Examination.
- Stage-II: Further assessment and document verification as prescribed.
- Stage-III: Medical examination and other required assessments.
- Stage-IV: Final document verification and joining formalities, as applicable.
The exact selection stages and qualifying requirements may vary according to the post and batch. Candidates should read the official notification for complete details.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Check your examination city details before the Stage‑I examination.
- Download the admit card as soon as it becomes available.
- Verify your examination date, reporting time and centre address.
- Carry a printed copy of your admit card and valid photo identity proof.
- Follow all examination-day instructions mentioned on the admit card.
- Reach the examination centre well before the reporting time.
- Regularly visit the official Indian Coast Guard website for recruitment updates.
Some Useful Important Links
| Important Links | Action |
|---|---|
| Coast Guard Exam City 2026 | Click Here |
| Coast Guard Exam Notice 2026 | Click Here |
| Coast Guard Recruitment Notification | Download Notification |
| Indian Coast Guard Official Website | https://joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in/ |
