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CGPSC State Services 2026

Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission

Mode

Offline

Level

Graduate

Vacancies

200+

Fee

₹400 (Gen), ₹300 (OBC), ₹0 (SC/ST)

Key dates

Notification

Oct 2025

Application Last Date

Dec 2025

Prelims Exam

Mar 2026

Mains Exam

Aug 2026

Interview

Nov 2026

Eligibility

  • Bachelor's degree from a recognized university
  • Age limit: 21 to 28 years for general category
  • Domicile of Chhattisgarh is mandatory
  • Age relaxation available for CG domicile holders in reserved categories
  • SC/ST candidates are exempt from application fee

Syllabus

  • History and Culture of Chhattisgarh
  • Indian Polity and Chhattisgarh Governance
  • Economy and Geography of Chhattisgarh
  • General Science
  • Current Affairs
  • Hindi Language and Literature

Exam Pattern

  • Prelims: Two objective papers (General Studies and Aptitude)
  • Mains: Seven descriptive papers including Hindi, Essay, and General Studies I to IV
  • Interview for mains qualifiers
  • Final merit based on Mains and Interview marks

Exam overview

CGPSC State Services Examination is conducted by the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission to recruit officers for Chhattisgarh Administrative Service (CAS), Chhattisgarh Police Service (CPS), and other Group A and Group B gazetted posts in Chhattisgarh state government. The exam offers 200+ vacancies across state departments and is the primary competitive examination for administrative careers in Chhattisgarh, a state known for its tribal culture, forests, and mineral wealth.

CGPSC State Services preparation requires deep knowledge of Chhattisgarh history, tribal welfare, forest policy, mineral industries, state geography, and current affairs. The exam has a relatively lower upper age limit of 28 years for general category, making early preparation essential. The Mains has seven papers including compulsory Hindi Language and Literature. Candidates should focus on Chhattisgarh-specific topics as they carry significant weightage in both Prelims and Mains.

Preparation tip

Start with the syllabus topics listed above, then practice timed mock tests and revise previous year questions weekly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the eligibility for CGPSC State Services 2026?▼
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university and be a domicile of Chhattisgarh. The age limit is 21 to 28 years for general category, which is lower than most other state PSC exams. Age relaxation is available for CG domicile holders in reserved categories. SC/ST candidates are exempt from the application fee.
What is the salary for CGPSC State Services selected candidates?▼
CGPSC State Services officers are placed at Pay Level 8 to 12 as per the 7th Pay Commission. The basic pay ranges from Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 78,800 per month. Total compensation including Chhattisgarh state allowances ranges from Rs. 65,000 to Rs. 1.2 lakh per month depending on the post.
Why is the CGPSC age limit so low at 28 years?▼
CGPSC State Services has an upper age limit of 28 years for general category candidates, which is significantly lower than most state PSC exams (typically 35-40 years). However, OBC candidates get relaxation up to 31 years and SC/ST candidates up to 33 years. Candidates with CG domicile in reserved categories get additional relaxation.
What is the CGPSC State Services syllabus 2026?▼
CGPSC Prelims includes a General Studies paper covering Chhattisgarh and Indian history, geography, polity, economy, science, and current affairs. Mains has seven papers: Hindi Language, General Hindi Essay, General Studies I (History and Culture), General Studies II (Polity and Economy), General Studies III (Science and Technology), General Studies IV (Geography), and optional subject.
When is the CGPSC State Services 2026 notification date?▼
The CGPSC State Services 2026 notification was released in October 2025 with applications closing in December 2025. The Prelims exam is scheduled for March 2026 and Mains for August 2026. Interviews are expected in November 2026. Candidates should check the official CGPSC website for exact schedule.