Opportunity to become a 'Navik' (sailor) in the Indian Coast Guard for 10th and 12th-grade pass-outs; recruitment for 365 posts..
Indian Coast Guard Navik Recruitment 2026: If you have passed the 10th grade and aspire to work with the Indian Coast Guard, this is an excellent opportunity for you. The Indian Coast Guard has released a notification for the Coast Guard Enrolled Personnel Test (CGEPT) – Batches 01/2027 and 02/2027. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 365 vacancies for the positions of Navik (General Duty and Domestic Branch), Yantrik, and Hygienist-I. The deadline for submitting applications is October 21, at 5:30 PM—meaning only two days remain to apply.
The application process for this recruitment began on October 6. Before applying, candidates should review the official recruitment notification and visit the application portal to check the eligibility criteria, essential instructions, and terms and conditions.
Eligibility for Coast Guard Recruitment
Specific eligibility requirements have been set for each position, as follows:
Navik (General Duty): Candidates must have passed the 12th grade with Physics and Mathematics.
Navik (Domestic Branch): Candidates must have passed the 10th grade from a recognized board.
Yantrik: Candidates must have passed the 10th grade and hold a diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering.
Hygienist-I: Candidates who have passed the 10th grade or possess an equivalent ITI qualification are eligible to apply for this position.
Age Limit
The age limit for this recruitment is 18 to 22 years. However, specific conditions regarding the date of birth will apply depending on the post. Candidates from reserved categories will be granted relaxation in the upper age limit as per the rules.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the Indian Coast Guard’s official recruitment portal: https://indiancoastguard.gov.in/recruitment. The application process must be completed within the stipulated timeframe. After submitting your application, keep a copy of the form for future reference.
Application Fee
Candidates from the General, OBC, and EWS categories are required to pay an application fee of ₹550. For candidates belonging to the SC and ST categories, the application is free of charge.
Salary Details
Upon recruitment into the Indian Coast Guard, candidates will receive a salary based on their respective posts. For the roles of Navik (General Duty/Domestic Branch) and Hygienist-I, the basic monthly salary will be ₹21,700 (Pay Level-3). For the post of Yantrik, the basic monthly salary will be ₹29,200 (Pay Level-5).
Selection Process
The selection process for this recruitment drive will be conducted in four stages. It begins with a computer-based test, followed by a physical efficiency test, an assessment/adaptability test, and an initial document verification. Subsequently, a final document verification and a medical examination will be held at INS Chilka, Odisha.
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