The Indian Coast Guard has announced online applications of Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2024 for Navik (GD) and Yantrik through Application No.: Coast Guard Enrolled Personal Test (CGEPT) – 01/2025, inviting interested and eligible Indian male nationals to apply online for 320 Navik (General Duty) and Yantrik posts in 2024. This recruitment event is an excellent opportunity for anyone joining the Indian Coast Guard, which is part of the Ministry of Defence (Govt. of India). Interested candidates should read this article in detail to learn more about the recruiting process, eligibility requirements, and application procedures before applying online through the link given below.
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2024 Summary
| Name of the Organisation | Indian Coast Guard |
| Name of the Examination | Coast Guard Enrolled Personal Test (CGEPT) |
| Advertisement No. | Coast Guard Enrolled Personal Test (CGEPT) – 01/2025 |
| Post Name | Navik (General Duty) & Yantrik |
| Total Number of Vacancy | 320 |
| Mode of Registration | Online only |
| Eligibility Criteria | Male Indian CitizenAge: 18 – 22 Years |
| Selection Process | Stage I: Computer-Based Test Stage II: OMR-based written examination, Physical Fitness Test (PFT) and Document Verification Stage III: Document Verification at INS Chilka and Final Recruitment Medicals at INS Chilka. |
| Official Website | indiancoastguard.gov.in |
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2024 Important Dates
| Particulars | Important Dates |
| Release of Official Notification | 13.06.2024 |
| Start of Online Application | 13.06.2024 (11:00 HRS) |
| Last Date for Applying Online | 03.07.2024 (23:30 HRS) |
| Stage–I Examination | Mid/End September 2024 |
| Stage–II Examination | Mid/End November 2024 |
| Stage – III Examination | Early/Mid April 2025 |
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2024 Vacancy Details
As per the official notification, the tentative total vacancy published for the post of Navik (General Duty) is 260 and for the post of Yantrik is 60. The detailed category-wise vacancy is listed below:
The tentative number of region/zone-wise and category wise vacancy for the post of Navik (General Duty):
| Region/zone | UR | EWS | OBC | ST | SC | Total |
| NORTH | 30 | 08 | 24 | 03 | 12 | 77 |
| WEST | 26 | 06 | 21 | 03 | 10 | 66 |
| NORTH EAST | 27 | 07 | 21 | 03 | 10 | 68 |
| EAST | 13 | 03 | 11 | 01 | 06 | 34 |
| NORTH WEST | 05 | 01 | 04 | 00 | 02 | 12 |
| ANDAMAN & NICOBAR | 01 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 03 |
| Total | 102 | 25 | 82 | 10 | 41 | 260 |
The tentative number of all India level & category wise vacancy for the post of Yantrik:
| Post | UR | EWS | OBC | ST | SC | Total |
| Yantrik (Mechanical) | 16 | 00 | 07 | 06 | 04 | 33 |
| Yantrik (Electrical) | 11 | 00 | 04 | 00 | 03 | 18 |
| Yantrik (Electronics) | 05 | 01 | 02 | 01 | 00 | 09 |
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2024 Salary
- Navik (General Duty): Basic Pay of ₹ 21,700/- (Pay Level-3) + DA + allowances
- Yantrik: Basic Pay of ₹ 29,200/- (Pay Level-5) + Yantrik pay @ ₹ 6,200/- + DA + allowances.
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2024 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 22 Years
- Candidate should born between 01.03.2003 to 28.02.2007.
- Upper Age relaxation for reserved candidates is applicable as per Government of India rules.
Education Qualification:
Navik (General Duty): 12th passed with Maths and Physics from an educational board recognised by the Council of Boards for School Education (COBSE).
Yantrik: Class 10th passed from an educational board recognised by COBSE and Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics/Telecommunication (Radio/Power) Engineering of duration 3 (three) years or 4 (four) years approved by AICTE OR Class 10th and 12th passed from an educational board recognised by COBSE and Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics/Telecommunication (Radio/Power) Engineering of duration 2 (two) years or 3 (three) years approved by AICTE.
Medical Standards:
- Height: Minimum height 157 cm.
- Chest: It should be well proportioned. Minimum expansion 5 cm.
- Weight: Proportionate to height and age +/- 10 % acceptable.
- Hearing: Normal.
Application Fees:
- General/EWS/OBC – ₹300/- (non-refundable)
- SC/ST – Nil
- Mode of Payment – Online mode using Visa/Master/Maestro/Rupay Credit/Debit Card/ UPI.
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2024 Selection Process
The selection process for the posts of Navik (GD) and Yantrik is based on the individual performance of the candidate in Stage I, Stage II, Stage III, and Stage IV. The description of each stage given below:
| Stage | Description |
| Stage I | Computer Based Stage |
| Stage II | OMR-based written examination, Physical Fitness Test and Document Verification |
| Stage III | Final Recruitment Medical Examination and Submission of Documents |
| Stage IV | Verification of Original Documents during training at INS Chilka |
Identity Verification:
All the candidates will go through Identity Verification at all stages during the selection process. The identity verification will include the following:
- Live image capture during registration: Candidates need to upload the latest photograph (not older than three months before the date of opening of application) during registration and a live image will be captured during registration. The facial feature of the candidate in the uploaded photo will matched with the real-time captured photograph. The candidate will be able to submit the application only in the case of a photo match.
- Biometric: Only the left thumb biometric will be captured at Stage I. In case the left thumb biometric cannot be captured then the right thumb will be used. No other finger will be considered for biometrics.
- Signature Verification: The signature will be verified with the signature as uploaded during online application.
- Identification Mark: The identification mark will be checked as mentioned during online application.
Stage I: Computer Based Stage (CBT):
1. Document Verification (Stage I): Candidates must bring the following documents during the time of examination at their respective exam centres:
| Document | Description |
| Identity Proof | Aadhaar Card/PAN Card/Voter ID/Driving License/Passport |
| E-Admit Card | 02 Photocopy of SC/ST certificates, original bus/train ticket, cancelled cheque leaf for NEFT payment and travel form downloaded from the website for TA. |
| Photographs | 01 (Coloured printout only) |
| SC/ST Candidates | 02 Photocopy of SC/ST certificates, original bus/train ticket, cancelled cheque leaf for NEFT payment and travel form downloaded from website for TA. |
2. Written Examination (Stage I): The written examination will be conducted in different sections based on the applied posts:
| Sl | Post Applied | Written Test | Passing Marks | Remarks |
| (aa) | Navik (GD) | Section (I+II) | 30+20 = 50 (UR/EWS/OBC) 27+17 = 44 (SC/ST) | Passing in Section I and Section II separately is compulsory |
| (ab) | Yantrik (Electrical) | Section (I+III) | 30+20 = 50 (UR/EWS/OBC) 27+17 = 44 (SC/ST) | Passing in Section I and Section III separately is compulsory |
| (ac) | Yantrik (Electronics) | Section (I+IV) | 30+20 = 50 (UR/EWS/OBC) 27+17 = 44 (SC/ST) | Passing in Section I and Section IV separately is compulsory |
| (ad) | Yantrik (Mechanical) | Section (I+V) | 30+20 = 50 (UR/EWS/OBC) 27+17 = 44 (SC/ST) | Passing in Section I and Section V separately is compulsory |
Section of Written:
| Section | Detail of examination | Subject wise allocation of Questions | Passing Marks | Syllabus |
| Section I | Maximum Marks – 60 Time – 45 Minutes Total No. of Questions – 60 | Mathematics – 20 Science – 10 English – 15 Reasoning – 10 General Knowledge – 5 | 30 (for UR/EWS/OBC) 27 (for SC/ST) | Class 10th Syllabus |
| Section II | Maximum Marks – 50 Time – 30 Minutes Total No. of Questions – 50 | Mathematics – 25 Physics – 25 | 20 (for UR/EWS/OBC) 17 (for SC/ST) | Class 12th Maths & Physics |
| Section III | Maximum Marks – 50 Time – 30 Minutes Total No. of Questions – 50 | Electrical Engineering –50 | 20 (for UR/EWS/OBC) 17 (for SC/ST) | Diploma Level Electrical Engineering |
| Section IV | Maximum Marks – 50 Time – 30 Minutes Total No. of Questions – 50 | Electronics Engineering –50 | 20 (for UR/EWS/OBC) 17 (for SC/ST) | Diploma Level Electronics Engineering |
| Section V | Maximum Marks – 50 Time – 30 Minutes Total No. of Questions – 50 | Mechanical Engineering –50 | 20 (for UR/EWS/OBC) 17 (for SC/ST) | Diploma Level Mechanical Engineering |
Stage II
1. Assessment and Adaptability Test: Candidates will undergo an OMR-based written examination. The test is qualifying in nature and the marks obtained will not be included in the final merit list.
2. Physical Fitness Test (Stage II):
| Test | Requirement |
| 1.6 Km Run | To be completed in 7 Minutes |
| Squat Ups (Uthak Baithak) | 20 repetition |
| Push-up | 10 repetitions |
3. Document Verification (Stage II): Candidates must assure that all the information provided by them during online application must match the original documents to be provided during this stage. Any discrepancy will lead cancellation of the candidature.
4. Medical Examination (Stage II): Candidates will undergo medical examination under the supervision of the Medical Officer. If the candidate is declared unfit then there the candidate can appeal to the concerned medical centre within 21 days.
5. Preparation of Final Merit List for Stage III: The final merit list will be prepared based on the score obtained by the candidate in Stage I and the number of available vacancies. In case of a tie, the following criteria will be used:
- Higher marks in Section I
- Older Candidate
Stage III: Document Verification and Medical Examination
Candidates who successfully qualify for Stage – I and Stage – II and get shortlisted will be called for training at INS Chilka. Stage – III involves document verification where candidates must submit original documents and undergo medical examination.
Stage IV
During training at INS Chilka, candidates are to submit all the documents verified through the Board/Universities/ State Government. Any discrepancies will lead to termination of service.
How to apply online for Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2024 Navik (GD) and Yantrik?
Before applying online candidates must go through the official notification from the link given below. To apply for the posts of Navik(GD) or Yantrik online, candidate can go through the steps given below:
- Visit the official website https://joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in/cgept.
- Click on “Register” fill in the details and validate with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Now log in and fill out the application form by providing the necessary details, and education qualification and uploading documents.
- Review and submit the application.
- Pay the application fees if applicable through online mode using Visa/Master/Maestro/Rupay Credit/Debit Card/ UPI.
- Take the printout of receipt and application for future reference.
Important Links:
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |