Coast Guard Navik (GD/DB) 2026 application
Recent colour photo (under 3 months) plus a live photo captured at registration, and a scanned signature; sizes are only on the registration portal, not in the advertisement; no typing or skill test.
Current cycle: 2026 notice Checked in the official notice
Source: Indian Coast Guard advertisement: Recruitment of Enrolled Persons through CGEPT Batches 01/2027 & 02/2027 (Navik GD, Navik DB, Yantrik, Hygienist-I); online 06 Oct to 21 Oct 2026 · last checked 13 Nov 2026
Change history (1)
- — Added from the official notice.
Can I apply?
| Age | Born 01-11-2005 to 01-05-2009 |
|---|---|
| Education | Class 10 (more for some posts) |
| Age relaxation | OBC +3 years |
Fill the form: upload sizes
| Photo | Advertisement: 'as per the specifications mentioned on registration portal' - no pixel, cm, KB or format given in the advertisement itself. Passport size recent colour photograph, not older than three months before the application opened A live image is also captured at registration; the application can be submitted only if the live photo and uploaded photo match Blurred photographs lead to rejection |
|---|---|
| Signature | Advertisement only says 'Candidate's scanned signature image'; specifications are on the portal. Signature as uploaded is checked at every stage Blurred signature leads to rejection |
| Date of birth proof (Class 10 marksheet or birth certificate) | Scanned original; size as per portal (p.9, para 7.5.1.4) |
| Identity proof (Aadhaar first choice, else PAN, Voter ID, Driving Licence or Passport) | Scanned original; all pages merged into one file (p.9, para 7.5.1.5; p.11 note 8) |
| Domicile certificate (Navik GD male, for zone; others only if claiming height relaxation) | Scanned original; Domicile, not Resident, certificate where both are issued (p.9, paras 7.5.1.7-7.5.1.8) |
| Service certificate / NOC (serving ICG personnel or civilians) | Scanned original (p.9, para 7.5.1.6) |
| If shortlisted for Stage-II: category certificate, NOC, Class 10 marksheet and certificate (and Class 12 marksheet and certificate for Navik GD) | Scanned originals; size as per portal (p.10, para 7.5.2) |
Spotted a wrong size or rule? Report it by email (opens your mail app; please add the notice link)
Form-filling checklist
Form-filling checklist
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Gather documents: upload with the application
- Passport size recent colour photograph (not older than 3 months), as per portal specifications
- Live image captured at registration (must match the uploaded photo)
- Scanned signature
- Date of birth proof (Class 10 marksheet or birth certificate)
- Identity proof (Aadhaar first choice; or PAN, Voter ID, Driving Licence, Passport)
- Service certificate / NOC (serving ICG personnel or civilians)
- Domicile certificate (Navik GD men; others only for height relaxation)
- If shortlisted for Stage-II: category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) and NOC if employed
- and 2 more
Bring to document verification
- Stage-I: original identity proof as uploaded, e-admit card printout, two passport size colour photographs
- Stage-II: printout of online application and e-admit cards, identity proof, all original documents uploaded, 2 self-attested photocopies of each, 12 passport size colour photographs, service certificate/NOC if employed
- Stage-II SC/ST travel claim: original category certificate and 2 copies, train/bus ticket, cancelled cheque, travel form
- Stage-III: application and e-admit card printout, all originals, 3 self-attested photocopies, 30 passport size photos, 10 photos 3.5 x 2.5 cm with blue background
- Stage-III: parental willingness certificate, police verification certificate, family particular certificate, character certificate, willingness certificate, attestation form (3 copies)
- Stage-III: NOC and vigilance clearance from employer (government/PSU employees)
- Aadhaar card with linked mobile number (mandatory at Stage-III)
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Questions
What is the photo size for Coast Guard Navik (GD/DB)?
Advertisement: 'as per the specifications mentioned on registration portal' - no pixel, cm, KB or format given in the advertisement itself. Passport size recent colour photograph, not older than three months before the application opened A live image is also captured at registration; the application can be submitted only if the live photo and uploaded photo match Blurred photographs lead to rejection
What is the signature size for Coast Guard Navik (GD/DB)?
Advertisement only says 'Candidate's scanned signature image'; specifications are on the portal. Signature as uploaded is checked at every stage Blurred signature leads to rejection
Where do these numbers come from?
From the official notice: Indian Coast Guard advertisement: Recruitment of Enrolled Persons through CGEPT Batches 01/2027 & 02/2027 (Navik GD, Navik DB, Yantrik, Hygienist-I); online 06 Oct to 21 Oct 2026 (2026). Always confirm with the notice for your cycle before submitting.