CGSSB Group 2 Class III Recruitment 2026
CGSSB Group 2 Recruitment 2026: The Chhattisgarh Staff Selection Board (Chhattisgarh Karmachari Chayan Mandal, formerly CG Vyapam) has released the detailed advertisement (No. SSB/Exam F-20/2026/4413, dated 05.11.2026) for 1,703 Group-2, Class III (Post Graduate and Graduate level) Sub-group 02 posts in Chhattisgarh government departments. Assistant Grade-3 has 1,206 posts. The rest are Assistant Sub-Inspector-A, Stenographer, Sub Inspector-A (Stenographer), Data Entry Operator, Steno Typist and Registration Clerk.
Online applications are open from 5 November to 27 November 2026 (5:00 PM). The written exam (code G20227) is on 10 January 2027. Graduates with a one-year computer diploma, or 12th pass candidates with a MOM diploma, can apply if they hold the typing or shorthand certificate their post needs.
Latest Update (13 November 2026): The application window is open until 27 November 2026, 5:00 PM. The correction window runs from 28 to 30 November 2026. The October short notice said 1,710 posts; the detailed advertisement of 5 November lists 1,703, so go by 1,703.
CGSSB Group 2 Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Chhattisgarh Staff Selection Board (Chhattisgarh Karmachari Chayan Mandal), Nava Raipur |
| Advertisement No. | SSB/Exam F-20/2026/4413, dated 05.11.2026 (short notice SSB/Exam/2026/4045, dated 04.10.2026) |
| Exam | Group-2, Class III (PG and Graduate level) Sub-group 02, Exam Code G20227 |
| Posts | Assistant Grade-3, ASI-A, Stenographer (Hindi/English/Bilingual), Sub Inspector-A (Stenographer), Data Entry Operator, Steno Typist, Registration Clerk |
| Total Vacancies | 1,703 (10 post types, 65 post codes) |
| Age Limit | Minimum 21 years as on 01.01.2026; maximum 45 with all relaxations |
| Selection | Written exam (MCQ); physical measurement test for Home/Police posts; document verification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Chhattisgarh |
| Official Website | cgssb.cgstate.gov.in |
CGSSB Group 2 Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notice | 04 October 2026 |
| Detailed Advertisement | 05 November 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 05 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 November 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Correction Window | 28 to 30 November 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Admit Card (tentative) | 04 January 2027 |
| Written Exam | 10 January 2027, 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM |
| Exam Centres | 5 divisional headquarters of Chhattisgarh |
| Age Cut-Off Date | 01 January 2026 |
CGSSB Group 2 Vacancy 2026
Post-Wise Vacancy and Pay Level
| Post Code | Post | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| H01-H37 | Assistant Grade-3 | 1,206 | Level 4 (₹5,200-20,200, GP ₹1,900) |
| K01 | Assistant Sub-Inspector-A (District-Unit Cadre) | 279 (273 + 6 backlog) | Level 4 (₹5,200-20,200, GP ₹1,900) |
| I01 | Registration Clerk (Commercial Tax - Registration) | 50 | Level 4 (₹5,200-20,200, GP ₹1,900) |
| J01 | Assistant Sub-Inspector-A (General Branch) | 40 | Level 4 (₹5,200-20,200, GP ₹1,900) |
| E01 | Sub Inspector-A (Stenographer), General Branch (Hindi) | 34 | Level 8 (₹9,300-34,800, GP ₹4,200) |
| B01-B06 | Stenographer (Hindi) | 30 | Level 7 (₹5,200-20,200, GP ₹2,800) |
| F01-F07 | Data Entry Operator | 25 | Level 6 (GP ₹2,400); F03: Level 5 (GP ₹2,200) |
| G01-G08 | Steno Typist | 23 | Level 4 (₹5,200-20,200, GP ₹1,900) |
| D01 | Stenographer (Bilingual) | 13 | Level 7 (₹5,200-20,200, GP ₹2,800) |
| C01-C02 | Stenographer (English) | 3 | C01: Level 8 (GP ₹4,200); C02: Level 7 (GP ₹2,800) |
| Total | 1,703 |
Assistant Grade-3 posts are spread across 37 department codes (H01-H37). The department-wise and category-wise (UR/SC/ST/OBC) split, with women, ex-servicemen and PwBD reservation, is in the department tables of the detailed advertisement. Check the post code of the department you want there, because you must list post codes in order of preference in the form.
CGSSB Group 2 Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
All posts need either:
- A Bachelor's degree from a recognised university and a one-year Diploma in Computer from a recognised institution, or
- Higher Secondary (10+2) from a recognised board and a Modern Office Management (MOM) Diploma from a polytechnic recognised by Chhattisgarh.
Each post also needs a skill certificate (typing certificates from the Chhattisgarh Shorthand Typing Computer Skill Examination Council):
| Post | Additional Skill Requirement |
|---|---|
| Stenographer (Hindi / English / Bilingual), Sub Inspector-A (Stenographer) | Shorthand at 100 words per minute and computer typing at 10,000 key depressions per hour |
| Data Entry Operator | Hindi and English typing at 8,000 key depressions per hour |
| Steno Typist | Hindi shorthand at 60 wpm and Hindi or English typing at 5,000 key depressions per hour |
| Assistant Grade-3, Registration Clerk, ASI-A (both) | Hindi or English typing at 5,000 key depressions per hour |
You must hold the qualification by the last date of online application, 27.11.2026.
Physical Standards (Home Department Posts)
| Posts | Standard |
|---|---|
| Sub Inspector-A (Stenographer), ASI-A (General Branch), ASI-A (District-Unit Cadre) | Minimum height 153 cm (UR, SC, OBC men and women; ST men); ST women 151 cm. Vision without glasses 6/9 in one eye and 6/12 in the other; must tell primary colours apart |
| Stenographer (Hindi), DEO and Assistant Grade-3 in Home Guards, Fire and Emergency Services and SDRF | Minimum height 162 cm (men), 152 cm (women); no disability, knock knees, flat feet or eye disease |
The Sub Inspector-A (Stenographer) and both ASI posts are not identified for persons with disabilities.
Age Limit
| Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Age reckoned on | 01 January 2026 |
| Minimum age | 21 years (GAD order dated 12.10.2026) |
| Upper age and relaxation (general posts) | As per the GAD consolidated circular dated 03.08.2024 (Appendix A of the advertisement) |
| Govt servants, corporation/board staff, contract staff, Nagar Sainik of Chhattisgarh | Up to 45 years (circular dated 16.09.2026); not for Home (Police) posts |
| Home (Police) posts (SI-A Steno, ASI-A) | As per the Home (Police) gazette notification dated 10.09.2026 (Appendix B) |
| Absolute ceiling | No candidate above 45 years after all relaxations |
News reports of the advertisement put the general upper limit at 30 years (35 for Chhattisgarh local residents, with further relaxation for SC/ST/OBC and local women), and 18-28 years for the police posts. Check your exact upper limit in Appendix A or B of the official PDF before applying.
CGSSB Group 2 Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹350 |
| OBC | ₹250 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹200 |
Pay online while filling the form. Fee refund: Chhattisgarh local residents who appear in the exam get the fee refunded by the Board to the same bank account it was paid from.
CGSSB Group 2 Selection Process 2026
- Written exam (MCQ) on 10 January 2027. Each correct answer carries 1 mark; 1/4 mark is deducted for each wrong answer. Marks for a deleted question go to all as bonus.
- Qualifying marks: 33% for Unreserved; 23% for reserved categories and PwD.
- Model answers and objections after the exam.
- List-A and physical measurement test (only for 7 Home/Police post types): 15 times the vacancies are sent to the department; the test is qualifying.
- List-B (final allotment) by written marks, your post preference order and reservation. There is no waiting list. District/division cadre posts are allotted by departmental counselling.
- Aadhaar-authenticated document upload within 15 days of List-B, then physical document verification and medical check by the department.
Ties go to the older candidate. The syllabus is on the "Syllabus" link of the CGSSB website.
CGSSB Group 2 Salary 2026
Pay is by post, as given in the advertisement's post tables:
- Level 4 (₹5,200-20,200, Grade Pay ₹1,900): Assistant Grade-3, Registration Clerk, Steno Typist, ASI-A (both)
- Level 5 / Level 6 (Grade Pay ₹2,200 / ₹2,400): Data Entry Operator, by department
- Level 7 (₹5,200-20,200, Grade Pay ₹2,800): Stenographer (Hindi, Bilingual) and one English Stenographer code
- Level 8 (₹9,300-34,800, Grade Pay ₹4,200): Sub Inspector-A (Stenographer) and one English Stenographer code
Allowances are as per state rules. The in-hand amount is not stated in the notification.
How to Apply for CGSSB Group 2 Recruitment 2026
- Go to cgssb.cgstate.gov.in and read the detailed advertisement and the "Instructions to fill the Application Form".
- Complete or update your profile registration (with Aadhaar authentication) on the Board's portal.
- Open the online application for exam G20227 (Group-2 Sub-group 02).
- Fill in your details and qualification, then enter your post codes in order of preference. This order cannot be changed later, and you are considered only for the codes you list.
- Pay the fee online and submit before 5:00 PM on 27 November 2026. Keep a printout. Use 28-30 November only for corrections.
Helpline: 0771-2972780.
CGSSB Group 2 Recruitment 2026 FAQs
What is the last date to apply for CGSSB Group 2 2026?
27 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM. Corrections can be made from 28 to 30 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there in CGSSB Group 2 2026?
1,703: Assistant Grade-3 1,206, ASI-A (District-Unit) 279, Registration Clerk 50, ASI-A (General) 40, SI-A (Stenographer) 34, Stenographer (Hindi) 30, DEO 25, Steno Typist 23, Stenographer (Bilingual) 13 and Stenographer (English) 3.
Who is eligible for CGSSB Assistant Grade-3?
A graduate with a one-year computer diploma, or 12th pass with a MOM diploma, plus a Hindi or English typing certificate of 5,000 key depressions per hour. Minimum age is 21 as on 01.01.2026.
CGSSB Group 2 ki fees kitni hai? (आवेदन शुल्क)
सामान्य वर्ग ₹350, OBC ₹250, SC/ST/दिव्यांग ₹200। छत्तीसगढ़ के स्थानीय निवासी परीक्षा देने पर फीस उसी बैंक खाते में वापस पाएंगे।
CG Vyapam Group 2 me selection kaise hoga? (चयन प्रक्रिया)
चयन लिखित परीक्षा (MCQ) से होगा, गलत उत्तर पर 1/4 अंक कटेगा। पुलिस/गृह विभाग के पदों के लिए शारीरिक माप परीक्षा भी होगी, फिर दस्तावेज़ सत्यापन।
When is the CGSSB Group 2 exam?
10 January 2027, 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM, at five divisional headquarters. Admit cards are expected from 4 January 2027.
Is this the same as the CG Police Sukma Bastar Fighter recruitment?
No. Bastar Fighter is a separate Chhattisgarh Police offline drive for 375 constable posts for Sukma district locals. CGSSB Group 2 is a state-wide online exam for 1,703 office and ASI posts.
CGSSB Group 2 Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Detailed Advertisement PDF | Download Notification |
| Apply Online (Profile Registration) | vyapamprofile.cgstate.gov.in |
| Official Website | cgssb.cgstate.gov.in |
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Final Words
The CGSSB Group 2 Recruitment 2026 offers 1,703 state government posts, most of them Assistant Grade-3. Get your computer diploma and typing or shorthand certificate in order, pick your post codes carefully, and apply before 27 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
Important: The official CGSSB website could not be opened from our end while preparing this post. These details are taken from the Board's detailed advertisement (No. SSB/Exam F-20/2026/4413, dated 05.11.2026) as reported by several news and job portals that agree with each other (IANS/The Hans India and others). Always confirm in the official PDF on cgssb.cgstate.gov.in before applying.