Indian Coast Guard Navik (GD) & Yantrik Recruitment 2025 for 10th/12th Pass

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has released its recruitment notification for Navik (General Duty) and Yantrik posts under the CGEPT 01/2026 and 02/2026 batches, offering a total of 630 vacancies for male Indian citizens. This is a central government job opportunity under the Ministry of Defence, suitable for 10th and 12th pass candidates, as well as those with a diploma in relevant engineering streams. Below are the details tailored for Navik (GD) and Yantrik roles, including state-specific posting information, eligibility, and application details, based on the provided web results.

Job Details for Navik (GD) and Yantrik

Key Details

• Total Vacancies: 630 (520 Navik GD, 50 Navik DB, 60 Yantrik). Note: Navik (Domestic Branch) requires only 10th pass but is not included here as the query emphasizes Navik GD and Yantrik.
• Locations: Selected candidates may be posted across Indian Coast Guard zones, including coastal cities like Mumbai (Maharashtra), Chennai (Tamil Nadu), Kolkata (West Bengal), Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh), Kochi (Kerala), Port Blair (Andaman & Nicobar), Goa, and other stations. Specific postings depend on organizational needs.
• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Nationality: Indian citizens (male only).
  • Age Limit (as of 25th June 2025):
    • Navik (GD): 18–22 years (born between 01 Aug 2004 and 01 Aug 2008).
    • Yantrik: 18–22 years (born between 01 Mar 2004 and 01 Mar 2008).
    • Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (non-creamy layer).
  • Educational Qualification:
    • Navik (GD): 12th pass with Maths and Physics from a COBSE-recognized board, minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST).
    • Yantrik: 10th pass + 3/4-year AICTE-approved Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics/Telecommunication (Radio/Power) Engineering OR 10th & 12th pass + 2/3-year AICTE-approved Diploma in the same disciplines, minimum 60% marks.
  • Physical Standards:
    • Height: Minimum 157 cm.
    • Chest: Minimum 81 cm (unexpanded), 85 cm (expanded).
    • Weight: Proportionate to height and age.
    • Vision: 6/6 (better eye), 6/9 (worse eye) without glasses.
• Selection Process:
  • Stage I: Computer-Based Test (CBT):
    • Navik (GD): 100 questions (Maths: 25, Physics: 25, English: 20, General Awareness: 10, Reasoning: 20), 100 marks, 90 minutes.
    • Yantrik: 100 questions (Engineering stream-specific: 60, GK/Reasoning/Math/Science/English: 40), 100 marks.
    • Passing Marks: 30–50 (UR/EWS/OBC), 27–44 (SC/ST).
  • Stage II: Physical Fitness Test (PFT): 1.6 km run in 7 minutes, 20 push-ups, 10 sit-ups (mandatory, no breaks).
  • Stage III: Medical Examination at designated military hospitals.
  • Stage IV: Document Verification and final merit list.
• Salary:
  • Navik (GD): ₹21,700 (Pay Level 3) + Dearness Allowance (DA) + House Rent Allowance (HRA) + other allowances.
  • Yantrik: ₹29,200 (Pay Level 5) + ₹6,200 Yantrik Pay + DA + other allowances.
  • Additional Benefits: Medical facilities, subsidized canteen, pension, leave travel concession, group insurance.
• Application Process:
  • Mode: Online.
  • Steps:
    1. Visit the official ICG website: joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in.
    2. Click on “CGEPT 01/2026 & 02/2026 Application Link.”
    3. Register with a valid email and mobile number, verify via OTP.
    4. Fill in personal, educational, and communication details.
    5. Upload documents: passport-size photo (10–40 KB, JPEG), signature (5–20 KB, JPEG), 10th/12th marksheets, diploma certificate (if applicable), caste certificate, domicile certificate, identity proof (e.g., Aadhaar).
    6. Pay the application fee: ₹300 (General/OBC/EWS), nil for SC/ST, via net banking/credit/debit card/UPI.
    7. Submit and download/print the confirmation page.
  • Application Fee: ₹300 (General/OBC/EWS), exempted for SC/ST.
  • Last Date: Extended to 29th June 2025 (11:30 PM) (originally 25th June 2025).
• Important Dates:
  • Notification Release: 11th June 2025
  • Application Start: 11th June 2025
  • Last Date: 29th June 2025 (extended)
  • Written Exam: September 2025 (tentative)
  • PFT: November 2025 (tentative)
  • Medical Exam: November 2025 (tentative)
  • Final Result: December 2025 (tentative)
• Training:
  • Duration: 6 months basic training, followed by professional training.
  • Location: INS Chilka (Odisha) and other designated centers.

Notes

• Application Deadline: The extended deadline of 29th June 2025 has passed as of today (10th August 2025). Candidates should check the official ICG website for any further extensions or new notifications, as deadlines can occasionally be reopened or new batches announced.
• State-Specific Posting: While the application is centralized, postings are pan-India, with major ICG stations in coastal states/union territories like Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Goa, and Andaman & Nicobar. Candidates cannot choose specific states but may be posted based on vacancies and operational needs.
• Preparation Tips:
  • Written Exam: Focus on NCERT textbooks (11th/12th) for Maths, Physics, and English; practice reasoning and GK (current affairs, Indian history, Coast Guard roles).
  • Physical Fitness: Train daily for 1.6 km run, push-ups, and sit-ups; swimming skills are a plus (optional test).
  • Documents: Ensure all certificates (10th/12th marksheets, diploma, caste, domicile) are ready and scanned.
• Why Apply?: These roles offer job security, attractive pay (especially Yantrik with technical allowance), adventure, and the prestige of serving in India’s maritime defense. Suitable for 12th pass (Navik GD) and 10th pass with diploma (Yantrik) candidates, with opportunities for career growth and international training