Part 1: Application Portal & Step-by-Step Registration Workflow
Q1: Application kaha bharenge? (Where should candidates apply for the Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 2026 recruitment?)
Candidates must submit their applications exclusively through the official Indian Coast Guard recruitment portal operated by the Ministry of Defence. The official registration website is Indian Coast Guard Official Recruitment Portal.
Q2: What is the exact step-by-step procedure to fill out the online application form?
The application workflow requires the following systematic actions:
- Visit the official portal at joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in and click on the ‘CGEPT 01/2027 & 02/2027’ registration link.
- Complete the initial sign-up using a valid email ID and active mobile number.
- Log in using the generated credentials to fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and communication address.
- Upload scanned documents (recent passport-size photograph with candidate holding a black slate with name and date of photo, signature, left-thumb impression, 10th/12th mark sheets, and diploma/category certificates).
- Pay the examination fee of ₹550 online via net banking, debit card, or credit card (SC/ST candidates are completely exempt from fee payment).
- Review all entries carefully, submit the final application, and download/print multiple copies of the application form for future stages.
Part 2: Reservation Policy & Category-wise Relaxation Guidelines
Q3: Indian Coast Guard recruitment me category-wise reservation kitna hai? (What is the reservation structure?)
Reservation of vacancies for Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC-Non-Creamy Layer), and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) is governed strictly in accordance with Central Government directives:
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 15% reservation of total vacancies.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 7.5% reservation of total vacancies.
- Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL): 27% reservation of total vacancies.
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): Up to 10% reservation of total vacancies.
Q4: What age and qualifying relaxations are provided under reserved categories?
Upper age relaxations are granted as per central government norms: 3 years of relaxation for OBC-NCL candidates and 5 years of relaxation for SC/ST candidates. Fee exemption is granted to all SC/ST applicants.
Part 3: Comprehensive Syllabus & Section-wise Examination Breakdown
Q5: CGEPT examination ka syllabus kitna hai? (What is the detailed syllabus for Navik and Yantrik exams?)
The Computer-Based Test (CBT) is structured into multiple sections depending on the post applied for. The detailed syllabus breakdown is outlined below:
Section I (Compulsory for Navik DB, Navik GD, and Yantrik):
- Maths (20 Marks): Number systems, algebraic equations, polynomials, quadratic equations, sequence and series, trigonometric functions, coordinate geometry, statistics, and probability.
- Science (10 Marks): Nature of matter, universe, electricity, gravitation, force and laws of motion, work, energy, power, heat, sound, light, and basic chemistry concepts.
- English (15 Marks): Passage comprehension, active/passive voice, direct/indirect speech, prepositions, synonyms, antonyms, phrasal verbs, error spotting, and sentence correction.
- Reasoning (10 Marks): Spatial reasoning, numerical series, coding-decoding, spatial orientation, blood relations, non-verbal figures, and logical deductions.
- General Knowledge (5 Marks): History, geography, current affairs, sports, defense updates, and basic Indian polity.
Section II (Mandatory for Navik GD – Physics & Maths):
- Physics (25 Marks): Physical world and measurement, kinematics, laws of motion, work/energy/power, motion of system of particles, gravitation, thermodynamics, behavior of perfect gases, oscillations, waves, electrostatics, current electricity, magnetic effects of current, electromagnetic induction, optics, and dual nature of matter.
- Maths (25 Marks): Sets, relations, functions, complex numbers, quadratic equations, matrices, determinants, permutations, combinations, binomial theorem, limits, continuity, derivatives, integrals, and differential equations.
Section III / IV / V (Technical Diplomas for Yantrik):
- Electrical Engineering (Section III – 50 Marks): Basic concepts, circuit laws, magnetic circuits, AC fundamentals, measurement and measuring instruments, electrical machines, generation, transmission, and distribution.
- Mechanical Engineering (Section IV – 50 Marks): Engineering mechanics, strength of materials, thermodynamics, kinematics of machines, fluid mechanics, manufacturing processes, and automobile engineering.
- Electronics Engineering (Section V – 50 Marks): Electronic devices, semiconductor physics, digital electronics, communication systems, microprocessors, and network analysis.
Part 4: Selection Process & Physical Standards for Rajput Aspirants
Q6: What are the stages of the Indian Coast Guard selection process?
The recruitment process comprises four rigorous stages:
- Stage-I: Computer-Based Online Examination (CBT) covering objective questions as per the post syllabus.
- Stage-II: Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Document Verification, and Initial Medical Examination. PFT includes a 1.6 km run in 7 minutes, 20 squat exercises (utthapana), and 10 push-ups.
- Stage-III: Final Medical Examination, Biometric re-verification, and document authentication at INS Chilka.
- Stage-IV: Verification of original educational certificates and character documentation with respective boards and universities.
Part 5: Essential Official Portals & Verified Links
Q7: Which official websites and portals should candidates use for authentic updates?
Aspirants must rely exclusively on verified government portals to prevent fraudulent schemes and ensure genuine application submission:
- Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Official Recruitment Portal – Primary portal for registration, admit card downloads, and result declarations.
- Indian Coast Guard Headquarters Official Website – Official institutional website providing organizational updates, career brochures, and guidelines.
- Ministry of Defence, Government of India – Parent ministry portal for defence recruitment policies and notifications.