Chhattisgarh Government Jobs 2026: CGPSC, CGVYAPAM — State Services, Police and Teaching Vacancies
Complete guide to Chhattisgarh government jobs — CGPSC State Service Exam, CGVYAPAM recruitment for Patwari and DEO, CG Police, eligibility, exam patterns, salary, tribal reservation, and how to apply.
Chhattisgarh is one of those states where government job competition is notably lower than neighbouring UP, Bihar, or Rajasthan — but the quality of posts and salary is comparable. If you're a Hindi-medium candidate looking for state government positions, CG offers a genuinely favourable ratio of vacancies to applicants. Here's a complete breakdown of how government recruitment works in Chhattisgarh.
Major Recruitment Bodies in Chhattisgarh
CGPSC (Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission)
CGPSC conducts the State Service Exam (SSE) for Group A and Group B gazetted posts — Deputy Collector, DSP, and equivalent officers. It also recruits for State Engineering Service, Forest Service, and Judicial Service.
Official site: psc.cg.gov.inCGVYAPAM (CG Professional Examination Board)
CGVYAPAM is Chhattisgarh's equivalent of MP Vyapam — it handles recruitment for Group 2, 3, and 4 posts including Patwari, Revenue Inspector (RI), Lekhpal, DEO, Assistant, and various technical posts.
Official site: cgvyapam.choice.gov.inCG Police
CG Police recruitment for Constable and Sub-Inspector is handled through a separate police recruitment process, though CGVYAPAM assists in conducting the written exam.
CGPSC State Service Exam (SSE)
The SSE is Chhattisgarh's flagship civil services examination.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | CGPSC |
| Posts | Deputy Collector, DSP, Assistant Commissioner (Excise), District Registrar, Employment Officer |
| Qualification | Graduation from recognized university |
| Age Limit | 21–40 (General), relaxation for OBC/SC/ST |
| Exam Pattern | Prelims → Mains → Interview |
SSE Exam Pattern
Prelims:- Paper I: General Studies — 100 questions, 200 marks
- Paper II: Aptitude Test — 100 questions, 200 marks (qualifying)
- Duration: 2 hours per paper
- Negative marking: 1/3rd for wrong answers
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Hindi Language + Chhattisgarhi | 200 |
| Paper II | Constitution & Public Administration | 200 |
| Paper III | Science & Technology, Environment | 200 |
| Paper IV | Economy, Geography of India & CG | 200 |
| Paper V | History & Culture of India & CG | 200 |
| Paper VI | Ethics, Aptitude & Problem Solving | 200 |
| Paper VII | General Studies (comprehensive) | 200 |
There is no optional subject in CGPSC Mains — this is a significant difference from UPSC and some other state PSCs. All papers are GS-based, making preparation more focused.
SSE Salary
| Post | Pay Level | Monthly In-Hand (approx) |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Collector | Level 10 | ₹56,000 – ₹72,000 |
| DSP | Level 10 | ₹54,000 – ₹70,000 |
| Assistant Commissioner (Excise) | Level 9 | ₹50,000 – ₹65,000 |
| Employment Officer | Level 8 | ₹45,000 – ₹58,000 |
CGVYAPAM — The Volume Recruiter
CGVYAPAM handles the majority of Chhattisgarh government vacancies at the subordinate level. Here are the key posts:
Patwari
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Qualification | 12th pass + Computer knowledge |
| Age Limit | 18–40 (General) |
| Salary | ₹22,000 – ₹28,000 (in-hand, starting) |
| Role | Revenue record keeper at village level |
Revenue Inspector (RI) / Naib Tehsildar
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Graduation |
| Age Limit | 21–40 |
| Salary | ₹30,000 – ₹40,000 (in-hand) |
| Role | Revenue administration at tehsil level |
Data Entry Operator (DEO)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Qualification | 12th pass + Typing speed (Hindi 25 WPM / English 30 WPM) |
| Salary | ₹20,000 – ₹26,000 (in-hand) |
Other CGVYAPAM Posts
| Post | Qualification | Salary (approx in-hand) |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant (Sahayak) | Graduation | ₹25,000 – ₹32,000 |
| Lekhpal | 12th pass | ₹20,000 – ₹26,000 |
| Lab Technician | DMLT/B.Sc MLT | ₹28,000 – ₹35,000 |
| Pharmacist | D.Pharma/B.Pharma | ₹30,000 – ₹38,000 |
| Food Inspector | B.Sc (relevant subject) | ₹32,000 – ₹40,000 |
| Hostel Warden | Graduation | ₹22,000 – ₹28,000 |
CG Police Recruitment
| Post | Qualification | Physical Standard (Male) | Salary (approx) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Constable (GD) | 12th pass | Height: 5'6", Chest: 32" | ₹24,000 – ₹30,000 |
| Sub-Inspector (SI) | Graduation | Height: 5'6", Chest: 32" | ₹38,000 – ₹48,000 |
| Platoon Commander | Graduation | Height: 5'6" | ₹40,000 – ₹50,000 |
Tribal Reservation — A Key Factor
Chhattisgarh has one of the largest tribal populations in India, and this is reflected in its reservation structure:
| Category | Reservation |
|---|---|
| SC | 13% |
| ST | 32% |
| OBC | 14% |
| EWS | 10% |
Tribal area postings are common — many posts require working in districts like Bastar, Dantewada, Surguja, Jashpur, and Korba. These areas may be remote, but the posting experience counts significantly for career progression.
Why Chhattisgarh Has Lower Competition
Let's be honest about the numbers: a CGPSC SSE exam typically gets 1–2 lakh applications, compared to 10–15 lakh for UPPSC or BPSC. The reasons are straightforward:
- Smaller population — CG has ~3.3 crore population vs UP's 22 crore
- Newer state — carved from MP in 2000, so the coaching ecosystem is less saturated
- Hindi medium — all exams are in Hindi, which helps Hindi-belt candidates
- Decent vacancies — CGPSC and CGVYAPAM together release thousands of posts annually
Domicile and Language Requirements
- CGPSC SSE: No strict domicile requirement for most Group A/B posts, but the Hindi + Chhattisgarhi paper in Mains gives local candidates an advantage
- CGVYAPAM posts: Some posts require CG domicile. Always check the specific notification
- Language: Hindi is the primary exam language. A Chhattisgarhi language section appears in CGPSC Mains Paper I
Preparation Strategy
- For CGPSC SSE: Focus on Chhattisgarh-specific GK — CG history (tribal kingdoms, Haihaivanshi dynasty), CG geography (Mahanadi river system, minerals), CG economy (rice production, forest resources), and CG current affairs. No optional subject means you can focus entirely on GS.
- For CGVYAPAM posts: Standard aptitude + GK preparation works. Hindi comprehension, basic Maths, Reasoning, and Computer knowledge are common across most posts.
- Resources: Chhattisgarh GK by Upkar or local publications cover state-specific content well.