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CGPSC SSE PCS Mains

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6th June 2026

Importance of the Post

The CGPSC State Service Examination is a prestigious recruitment process for administrative roles in the Chhattisgarh state government. It offers a stable and respected career path for graduates seeking to serve in various civil services and administrative positions. Success in this exam can lead to significant professional growth and public service opportunities. Importance of the Post

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The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission has released the admit card for the State Service Examination (SSE) PCS Mains 2026. This exam is conducted to fill 238 posts across various state government departments. Candidates who have completed a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized Indian university are eligible to participate. The application process closed on 30 December 2025. The selection process includes preliminary, mains, and interview stages. Candidates must download their admit card to appear for the mains examination, which contains important details such as exam date, reporting time, and venue. The admit card is a mandatory document for entry to the exam center. Short Information

CGPSC State Service Exam SSE 2026 Syllabus

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Department

Recruitment notification issued by Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission.

Stage Level

Held at the National level, applicants from this scope are eligible.

Eligibility

Other Qualification

Candidates should ensure their degree is from a recognized Indian university. For specific eligibility details, refer to the official notification.

Age Criteria

Minimum Age	21 year old21 year old
Maximum Age	28 year old28 year old
Age Relaxation	Age relaxation for reserved categories is provided according to CGPSC regulations for the State Service Examination.Age relaxation for reserved categories is provided according to CGPSC regulations for the State Service Examination.

Job Type

Permanent role offered for selected candidates.

Exam Mode

Examination conducted: Offline Computer Based.

Applicants Gender

Eligibility extends to All applicants.

Vacancy

Detail

Post Name	Total Post
State Service Prelim ExamState Service Prelim Exam	238238

Common Information

Trends

Points: Year Vacancies
20262026 238238
Computed At: 6th June 20266th June 2026

Year	Vacancies
20262026	238238

Application Fees

Category Wise

General

0 Rs/-

Other State Candidates

Rs. 400/-

Form Correction Fee

Rs. 500/-

Important Dates

Applications open	Predicted 1st December 2026Predicted 1st December 2026
Application closes	Predicted 30th December 2026Predicted 30th December 2026
Exam Fee Payment End Date	Predicted 30th December 2026Predicted 30th December 2026
Form Correction Start Date

Important Links

Official Website	Visit psc.cg.gov.in, Official Website Visit psc.cg.gov.in
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Download Notification	Visit psc.cg.gov.in (PDF), Download NotificationVisit psc.cg.gov.in (PDF), Download Notification
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Section	Topics
Prelims Paper-I — General StudiesPrelims Paper-I — General Studies	Current events of national, international and Chhattisgarh state importance; Indian History — ancient, medieval, modern, freedom movement; History & culture of Chhattisgarh; Indian & Chhattisgarh Geography — physical, social, economic; Indian & Chhattisgarh Polity, Constitution & Governance; Economic & social development; Environmental ecology, biodiversity & climate change; General science & technology; Static GK relevant to Chhattisgarh.Current events of national, international and Chhattisgarh state importance; Indian History — ancient, medieval, modern, freedom movement; History & culture of Chhattisgarh; Indian & Chhattisgarh Geography — physical, social, economic; Indian & Chhattisgarh Polity, Constitution & Governance; Economic & social development; Environmental ecology, biodiversity & climate change; General science & technology; Static GK relevant to Chhattisgarh.
Prelims Paper-II (CSAT — qualifying)Prelims Paper-II (CSAT — qualifying)	Comprehension; Interpersonal skills; Logical & analytical reasoning; Decision making; Mental ability; Class X-level numeracy; Data interpretation.Comprehension; Interpersonal skills; Logical & analytical reasoning; Decision making; Mental ability; Class X-level numeracy; Data interpretation.
Mains — General Studies (multiple papers)Mains — General Studies (multiple papers)	GS Paper-I — Indian heritage & culture, history & geography of India and Chhattisgarh, world history. GS Paper-II — Indian Constitution, polity, social justice, international relations, governance. GS Paper-III — Indian economy, agriculture, science & technology, environment, security, disaster management. GS Paper-IV — Ethics, integrity & aptitude with case studies.GS Paper-I — Indian heritage & culture, history & geography of India and Chhattisgarh, world history. GS Paper-II — Indian Constitution, polity, social justice, international relations, governance. GS Paper-III — Indian economy, agriculture, science & technology, environment, security, disaster management. GS Paper-IV — Ethics, integrity & aptitude with case studies.
Mains — Compulsory Language & English Papers (qualifying)Mains — Compulsory Language & English Papers (qualifying)	State language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, translation in the official language of Chhattisgarh. English language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, grammar.State language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, translation in the official language of Chhattisgarh. English language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, grammar.
Mains — Optional Subject (where applicable)Mains — Optional Subject (where applicable)	Candidate's chosen optional from the list provided in the Chhattisgarh PSC notification — usually 25-30 subjects covering humanities, sciences, languages.Candidate's chosen optional from the list provided in the Chhattisgarh PSC notification — usually 25-30 subjects covering humanities, sciences, languages.
Personality Test / InterviewPersonality Test / Interview	Conducted by the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission. Assesses leadership, communication, decision-making, awareness of state-specific affairs and suitability for civil service.Conducted by the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission. Assesses leadership, communication, decision-making, awareness of state-specific affairs and suitability for civil service.

Section

Topics

Prelims Paper-I — General Studies

Current events of national, international and Chhattisgarh state importance; Indian History — ancient, medieval, modern, freedom movement; History & culture of Chhattisgarh; Indian & Chhattisgarh Geography — physical, social, economic; Indian & Chhattisgarh Polity, Constitution & Governance; Economic & social development; Environmental ecology, biodiversity & climate change; General science & technology; Static GK relevant to Chhattisgarh.

Prelims Paper-II (CSAT — qualifying)

Comprehension; Interpersonal skills; Logical & analytical reasoning; Decision making; Mental ability; Class X-level numeracy; Data interpretation.

Mains — General Studies (multiple papers)

GS Paper-I — Indian heritage & culture, history & geography of India and Chhattisgarh, world history. GS Paper-II — Indian Constitution, polity, social justice, international relations, governance. GS Paper-III — Indian economy, agriculture, science & technology, environment, security, disaster management. GS Paper-IV — Ethics, integrity & aptitude with case studies.

Mains — Compulsory Language & English Papers (qualifying)

State language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, translation in the official language of Chhattisgarh. English language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, grammar.

Mains — Optional Subject (where applicable)

Candidate's chosen optional from the list provided in the Chhattisgarh PSC notification — usually 25-30 subjects covering humanities, sciences, languages.

Personality Test / Interview

Conducted by the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission. Assesses leadership, communication, decision-making, awareness of state-specific affairs and suitability for civil service.