Name of Update: Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Exam Date 2026 (Batches 01/2027 & 02/2027)
Brief Information: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released an important schedule notice (dated 02 November 2026) regarding the Coast Guard Enrolled Persons Test (CGEPT) for recruitment Batches 01/2027 and 02/2027. If you applied for positions such as Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), or Yantrik, and are tracking central defense jobs, keep checking our latest jobs portal for upcoming admit card releases. According to the SSC notification, the Stage-I Computer-Based Examination (CBE) will be conducted nationwide on 17 and 18 November 2026. Candidates are advised to ramp up their preparation and monitor the official portals for their specific shift and venue details.
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) / Indian Coast GuardCoast Guard Enrolled Persons Test (CGEPT) 2026(Batches 01/2027 and 02/2027) | |
Important Exam Dates
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Examination Details
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| Other SSC Exams Scheduled in the Same Notice | |
| Examination Name | Scheduled Date |
| Annual Dept. Typing & Stenographer Skill Test 2025 | 20 & 21 November 2026 |
| Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPFs Exam 2025 (Paper-II) | 28 November 2026 |
| Important Links | |
| Download SSC Exam Schedule Notice PDF | Click Here to Download |
| Official SSC Website | Click Here to Visit |
| Indian Coast Guard Recruitment Portal | Click Here to Visit |
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Understanding the CGEPT Exam Notice 2026
The Staff Selection Commission, under file number F.No. HQ-EC033/7/2025-EC, has officially laid out the timeline for the Coast Guard Enrolled Persons Test (CGEPT). Here are the key takeaways for candidates:
- Computer-Based Test (CBE): The exam will be conducted entirely online at designated computer centers. Candidates should be comfortable with basic computer navigation to select and save their answers.
- Multiple Shifts: Spanning two days (17th and 18th November 2026), the exam will likely be held in multiple shifts. Your exact date, shift timing, and reporting time will be detailed exclusively on your individual admit card.
- Avoid Rumors: The notice serves as the final confirmation of dates. Candidates must rely only on the official SSC and ICG portals for information and should not fall for unofficial shift or venue rumors.
How to Check Exam Details and Download Admit Card
While the SSC has confirmed the exam dates, the specific admit cards (hall tickets) will be issued shortly by the Indian Coast Guard through their CDAC portal. Follow these steps when the link goes live:
- Visit the official Indian Coast Guard recruitment portal at joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in.
- Navigate to the candidate login section for “Enrolled Personnel (CGEPT – 01/2027 & 02/2027)”.
- Log in using your registered Email ID and Password.
- Initially, a link indicating your “Exam City and Date” may be visible. Your full Admit Card (with the exact center address) usually becomes available for download 48 to 72 hours before your actual exam date.
- Download the PDF and print a clear color copy to bring to the examination center, along with a valid original photo ID proof.
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Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Exam Date 2026 FAQs
Q: When is the Indian Coast Guard CGEPT 2026 exam scheduled?
Ans: The Stage-I Computer-Based Examination (CBE) for CGEPT is scheduled for 17 and 18 November 2026.
Q: Which posts does this CGEPT exam cover?
Ans: The CGEPT covers recruitment for enrolled personnel, which typically includes Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik, and Hygienist-I for Batches 01/2027 and 02/2027.
Q: Has the admit card for the Coast Guard exam been released?
Ans: As of the 02 November notice, only the exam dates have been announced. The admit cards are expected to be available for download shortly on the ICG portal.
Q: Where can I find my exact exam center and shift timing?
Ans: Your specific exam date (either 17th or 18th), shift timing, reporting time, and exact center address will be printed on your individual admit card.
Q: Who is conducting the CGEPT exam this year?
Ans: The scheduling and conduct of the Computer-Based Examination (CBE) are being managed by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) on behalf of the Indian Coast Guard.