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State Service Exam (Pre) 2026

Exam Name Authority Eligibility Last Date
State Service Exam (Pre) 2026 CGPSC Graduation (any discipline) 9 May 2026

Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission · 240 vacancies · Apply by 9 May 2026

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Vacancies

240

Last Date

9 May 2026

Age Limit

21–40 yrs

Qualification

Graduation (any discipline)

How to Apply Online

01

Visit the official portal and create your registration account.

02

Login and fill in your personal, educational, and contact details carefully.

03

Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and required certificates.

04

Pay the application fee online and download the final submitted form.

Resource Hub

Download official documents and study materials.

Official Notification PDF Detailed Syllabus & Exam Pattern Admit Card Download Apply Online Portal

Selection Process

  1. Preliminary Exam — 200 marks (MCQ)
  2. Main Examination — 7 papers
  3. Interview — 125 marks
  4. Document Verification & Medical

Previous Year Indicative Cutoff

Figures are indicative based on prior year results. Actual cutoff varies.

Category Cutoff Marks Out of %
General / UR 90 200 45.0%
OBC 82 200 41.0%
SC 73 200 36.5%
ST 67 200 33.5%

Exam Centres

Major cities where this exam is typically conducted.

RaipurBilaspurDurgKorbaJagdalpurRajnandgaonAmbikapur

Syllabus Highlights

  • Chhattisgarh History & Culture — Bastar, Surguja, tribal history, Gondi culture
  • CG Geography — Mahanadi, Indravati, forests, bauxite & iron ore mines
  • CG Economy & Governance — steel industry, tribal welfare, irrigation projects
  • Indian Polity & Current Affairs — Constitution, governance, science & tech

Important Details

  • Department: Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission
  • Application window: 10 March 2026 – 9 May 2026
  • Age cut-off date: 1 January 2027
  • Salary / Pay Scale: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
  • Tentative exam date: 11 October 2026
  • Note: CGPSC State Service 2026 — DSP, Naib Tehsildar, BEO and allied CG cadre. Prelims → Mains → Interview.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the age limit for State Service Exam (Pre) 2026? ▼

For the General category the minimum age is 21 years and the maximum is 40 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Friday, 1 January 2027.

How do I apply for State Service Exam (Pre) 2026? ▼

Visit the authorised website for Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (https://psc.cg.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Saturday, 9 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.

What is the last date to apply for State Service Exam (Pre) 2026? ▼

The closing date was Saturday, 9 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 11 October 2026.

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