Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC)
CGPSC State Service Exam 2026 — Chhattisgarh Civil Services
Quick Information
| Post Name | Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), BDO, District Registrar, Assistant Director, and other Group A/B posts |
| Total Vacancies | 246 |
| Salary | Pay Level 7–10 (Chhattisgarh revised pay scales) — ₹44,900–₹1,42,400/month basic + DA + HRA + CG state allowances. Deputy Collector/DSP: ~₹70,000–₹90,000/month gross. |
| Organization | Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) |
Application Fee
| General | ₹400 |
| OBC | ₹300 |
| SC / ST | ₹300 |
| Women | ₹300 |
| PH / Divyang | ₹300 |
Important Dates
| Start Date | 20 April 2026 |
| Last Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Exam Date | 30 August 2026 |
Eligibility
| Age Limit | 21–40 years for most posts. Age relaxation: OBC (CG) +5 yrs, SC/ST (CG) +5 yrs, PwBD +10 yrs. Chhattisgarh domicile required. |
| Education | Bachelor's Degree from a recognised university. Knowledge of Hindi required. Chhattisgarh domicile required. |
Selection Process
- 1**Stage 1 — Preliminary Exam (Objective)** | Paper | Marks | Duration | |---|---|---| | General Studies | 200 | 2 hours | No negative marking. Qualifying only. **Stage 2 — Main Exam (Written
- 2Descriptive)** | Paper | Marks | |---|---| | Paper I: Hindi Language & Essay | 200 | | Paper II: GS I (History
- 3Geography
- 4Economy
- 5Polity) | 200 | | Paper III: GS II (Science
- 6Technology
- 7Chhattisgarh GK
- 8Current Affairs) | 200 | | Paper IV: Optional Subject I | 200 | | Paper V: Optional Subject II | 200 | | **Total** | **1
- 9000** | **Stage 3 — Interview** 100 marks.
How to Apply
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What is CGPSC State Service Exam?
CGPSC State Service Exam (Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission — State Services Examination) is the premier civil services exam of Chhattisgarh — a mineral-rich state formed in 2000. It recruits for Group A and Group B gazetted posts across Chhattisgarh's 33 districts.
Chhattisgarh has a large tribal population and is home to Bastar — one of India's most challenging administrative regions. A CG civil services officer's role is particularly impactful here.
Posts Offered
| Post | Group |
|---|---|
| Deputy Collector | A |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) | A |
| Block Development Officer (BDO) | A |
| District Registrar | A |
| Assistant Director (Various) | A/B |
| District Welfare Officer | B |
| Other Group A/B Posts | A/B |
Eligibility
- Age: 21–40 years (with category relaxations)
- Qualification: Bachelor's Degree from any recognised university
- Language: Hindi knowledge required
- Domicile: Chhattisgarh domicile required
Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | April 20, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | May 20, 2026 |
| Prelims Exam | August 30, 2026 |
| Mains Exam | December 2026 (expected) |
| Interview | March 2027 (expected) |
Preparation Strategy
Chhattisgarh-specific GK (GS Paper III — decisive): Formation of Chhattisgarh (2000), natural resources (coal mines — Korba, iron ore — Bailadila, diamonds — Panna), tribal culture (Gondi, Baiga, Maria tribes), Bastar region and Naxal background, major rivers (Mahanadi, Indravati, Sheonath), Salva Judum controversy, state government schemes (PM PVTG Mission for Chhattisgarh tribes), and recent infrastructure projects.
Hindi Language Paper: Essays on social, economic, and governance topics related to Chhattisgarh. Practice both descriptive and essay writing in standard Hindi.
Official Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| CGPSC Website | psc.cg.gov.in |
| Apply Online | psc.cg.gov.in |