Last updated: 5 June 2026
State Service Exam (Pre) 2026
State Service Exam (Pre) 2026: 240 vacancies. Application window closed. Age limit: 21-40 years. Qualification: Graduation (any discipline).
Total Vacancies
240
Department
Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission
Age Limit
21-40 years
Qualification
Graduation (any discipline)
The application window has closed. Monitor the department’s official website for the next recruitment cycle.
Official Note
CGPSC State Service 2026 — DSP, Naib Tehsildar, BEO and allied CG cadre. Prelims → Mains → Interview.
Important Dates
- Application Start
- 10 March 2026
- Last Date to Apply
- 9 May 2026
- Exam Date
- 11 October 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- 1 January 2027
Selection Process
- Preliminary Exam — 200 marks (MCQ)
- Main Examination — 7 papers
- Interview — 125 marks
- Document Verification & Medical
Previous Year Indicative Cut Off
Figures are indicative based on prior JCCE 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 / districts where JCCE is typically conducted.
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
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: Graduation (any discipline)
| Category | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 40 years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 43 years | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 45 years | +5 years |
| PwD | 50 years | +10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per notification | 3 yrs after discharge |
Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 1 January 2027.
Salary & Perks
₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
Apply Kaise Karein
- Confirm eligibility, age limits, and qualifications against the official PDF.
- Complete registration on the authorised portal for Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission.
- Fill personal, education, and category details carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature within the stated pixel and KB limits.
- After fee payment, save or print the confirmation page.
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Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)
What is the age limit for State Service Exam (Pre) 2026? v
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? v
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? v
The closing date was Saturday, 9 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 11 October 2026.