CGEPT PFT 2026: The Coast Guard has announced the recruitment of the Coast Guard Enrolled Personnel Test (CGEPT) for the 01/2027 and 02/2027 batches. Eligible male and female Indian citizens will be able to apply for positions such as Navik (General Duty), Navik (Domestic Branch), Yantrik, and other technical branches.
The online applications started on 6 October 2026 at 11:00 AM until 21 October 2026 at 5:30 PM.
For candidates who are appearing for this recruitment process, passing the written examination alone is not sufficient. The selection process consists of Stage-I, Stage-II and Stage-III, together with a physical fitness test, a medical examination, document verification and other assessments. We have given the physical fitness and medical requirements in this article.
Indian Coast Guard CGEPT PFT 2026
Candidates shortlisted for Stage-II have to undergo the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) at their own risk. Candidates must bring appropriate sportswear, including sports shoes, T-shirt, and trousers/track pants, for the test.
The PFT consists of 1.6 km running, squats, push-ups, and bent-knee sit-ups.
| Test | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 km Run | 6 min 30 sec | 8 min |
| Squats | 20 | 15 |
| Push-ups | 10 | 10 |
| Bent-knee Sit-ups | 15 | 10 |
Important: Candidates must complete all four CGEPT PFT 2026 activities continuously without any break. A break during the test will lead to failure in the PFT.
Candidates who qualify for the PFT will proceed to the next assessment stages. The PFT result will be announced at the venue after the examination.
What Happens After the Physical Fitness Test?
The CGEPT PFT 2026 is part of the Stage-II recruitment process. Candidates who qualify are considered for the subsequent Assessment and Adaptability Test, which is qualifying in nature. For the post of Navik (Domestic Branch), candidates also have to appear for a cooking assessment as applicable to the recruitment process.
Candidates shortlisted for further recruitment stages have to undergo document verification and recruitment medical examination. The medical examination is conducted by authorised Medical Officers of the Defence Forces as per the applicable medical standards for enrolled personnel in the Indian Coast Guard.
Also read the detailed notification: Indian Coast Guard CGEPT Selection Process 2026.
Indian Coast Guard CGEPT PFT 2026: Medical Requirements
Candidates should pay particular attention to these requirements before applying.
Height
- Male: 157 cm
- Female: 152 cm
- Relaxation of up to 5 cm for specified regions/categories
- Up to 2 cm for candidates belonging to Gorkhas and certain island territories.
Height may be reduced by 5 cm for candidates from Assam, Nagaland, Mizoram, Manipur, Tripura, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura and certain other specified areas.
Chest
- Male: minimum 75 cm
- Minimum expansion: 5 cm
- Female: well-proportioned chest with minimum expansion of 5 cmWeight
Weight
- Proportionate to height and age as per ICG standards.
Gender-specific medical conditions
- The notification also has specific provisions regarding pregnancy and certain gynecological conditions, so these shouldn’t be completely omitted from a detailed medical-requirements article.
Hearing and Tattoo
Candidates should have normal hearing and be able to hear focused speech from a distance of 6m by each ear separately. Permanent body tattoos are generally not permitted. However, concessions are mentioned for tattoos on certain parts of the body and for candidates belonging to specific tribal communities, subject to the conditions prescribed in the advertisement.
Dental and General Medical Fitness
Candidates should have healthy gums and a minimum of 14 dental points. They should also be medically fit to perform duties in any part of India, on land as well as at sea.
The advertisement also mentions requirements relating to physical and mental fitness, deformities, hernia, chronic diseases, neurological conditions, and other medical conditions.
CGEPT PFT 2026: Vision standards are VERY important.
Candidates should therefore check the applicable medical and visual standards for the post they are applying for.
| Branch | Better Eye | Worse Eye |
|---|---|---|
| General Duty | 6/6 | 6/9 |
| Domestic Branch | 6/36 | 6/36 |
| Technical Branch | 6/12 | 6/24 |
| Hygienist | 6/60 | 6/60 |
The notification also specifies different standards regarding glasses, including that candidates using glasses are not eligible for the General Duty branch.
Medical Examination and Final Selection
Candidates who qualify the required Stage-II assessments are considered for the next stages of the Indian Coast Guard CGEPT recruitment process. This includes document verification, biometric and identity verification, and the Recruitment Medical Examination as applicable.
The CGEPT PFT 2026 Medical Examination is conducted according to the prescribed Defence medical standards. Candidates must meet the required physical and medical standards to remain eligible for further selection.
For CGEPT 01/2027, the tentative schedule mentions Stage-I in early/mid-November 2026, Stage-II in February 2027, and Stage-III in May 2027. For CGEPT 02/2027, Stage-I is tentatively scheduled for October 2027.
Candidates should note that qualifying the CGEPT PFT 2026 or medical examination does not by itself confirm final selection. Final recruitment is subject to the applicable merit, availability of vacancies, successful document and identity verification, medical fitness, and other conditions prescribed by the Indian Coast Guard.
FAQs
Q1. How much running is required for CGEPT PFT 2026?
Male candidates have to complete 1.6 km in 6 minutes 30 seconds, while female candidates have to complete it in 8 minutes.
Q2. How many push-ups are required in the Coast Guard PFT?
Both male and female candidates have to complete 10 push-ups.
Q3. How many squats and sit-ups are required?
Male candidates need 20 squats and 15 bent-knee sit-ups. Female candidates need 15 squats and 10 bent-knee sit-ups.
Q4. Is there any break between PFT activities?
No. The notification states that all four PFT tests must be completed continuously without any break.