CGPSC State Service Mains Exam 2025
265 Posts | 20 Services | Exam: 16–19 May 2026
The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has released the official notification for Rajya Seva Mukhy Pariksha-2025 (State Service Mains Examination 2025) vide Notice No. 2101/2143/2026/EXAM dated 28 March 2026. The examination covers 265 posts across 20 state services as advertised under Advt. No. 06/2025/Pariksha dated 26.11.2025. Candidates who qualified the Prelims (held 22 February 2026) can apply online from 1 April to 15 April 2026. The Mains exam is scheduled on 16, 17, 18 and 19 May 2026.
The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) is one of the most respected state-level recruitment authorities in central India. The State Service Examination (SSE) — commonly called CGPSC Rajya Seva Pariksha — is the gateway to the most coveted administrative, police, and specialist posts in the Chhattisgarh Government. Posts selected through this examination include Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Naib Tehsildar, District Excise Officer, Labour Officer, Employment Officer, and several other prestigious state service positions.
The CGPSC State Service Examination 2025 was notified on 26 November 2025 (Advt. No. 06/2025/Pariksha) for 265 posts across 20 services. The Preliminary Examination was successfully conducted on 22 February 2026 simultaneously at 33 district headquarters across Chhattisgarh. Following the announcement of the Prelims result on 25 March 2026, the Commission has now released the Mains notification (Notice No. 2101/2143/2026/EXAM dated 28 March 2026) calling shortlisted candidates to apply for the Main Examination.
The Mains Examination — a descriptive, conventional-type examination in 7 papers — is the most critical stage of the CGPSC selection process. It tests candidates on Language, Essay Writing, and five General Studies papers covering History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, Technology, and Chhattisgarh-specific topics. The final merit list is prepared on the combined marks of the Mains Examination (1400 marks) and the Interview/Personality Test (150 marks). Candidates preparing for this exam should study both national and Chhattisgarh-specific subjects with equal depth.
- The correction window (16–17 April 2026) allows changes to the online application only once — use it carefully.
- Correction is free of charge (one-time), but portal charges + GST are applicable.
- After 17 April 2026 (11:59 PM), no corrections will be accepted under any circumstances — the Commission will not entertain any representation on this matter.
| Post Category | Key Posts Included | Post Level |
|---|---|---|
| Chhattisgarh Administrative Service | Deputy Collector, Naib Tehsildar, Additional Tehsildar | Group-A / Group-B |
| Chhattisgarh Police Service | Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) | Group-B |
| State Tax / Commercial Tax | Commercial Tax Officer, State Tax Inspector | Group-B |
| Finance / Accounts | State Financial Services Officer, Treasury Officer | Group-B |
| Excise | District Excise Officer | Group-B |
| Labour / Employment | Labour Officer, Employment Officer | Group-B |
| Child Development | Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) | Group-B |
| Registration | Sub Registrar | Group-B |
| Food / Civil Supplies | Food Officer, Civil Supplies Officer | Group-B |
| Other Services (10 more) | Multiple positions across various departments | Group-B |
| Grand Total — 20 Services | 265 Posts | |
- The original Advertisement No. 06/2025/Pariksha dated 26.11.2025 notified a total of 265 posts across 20 services — this is the official count as stated in the CGPSC Mains notification (Notice No. 2101/2143/2026/EXAM dated 28.03.2026).
- The detailed post-wise vacancy breakdown is published in the original advertisement as printed in the Rozgar aur Niyojan dated 03.12.2025. Candidates must refer to the detailed original notification for the service-wise breakdown.
- These are prestigious Group-A and Group-B Gazetted posts in the Chhattisgarh Government with competitive pay scales and career progression.
Maximum Age (General — Non-CG): 30 years
Chhattisgarh Domicile Residents: Up to 35 years (5-year relaxation)
SC / ST / OBC candidates (CG domicile): Additional relaxation as per CG Government rules
PwD candidates: Relaxation as per applicable rules
Age calculated as per the original notification cut-off date.
Candidates not in the Prelims qualified list cannot apply for the Mains under any circumstances.
- Over and above the exam fee (₹300 or ₹400), all candidates — from Chhattisgarh and other states — must also pay Portal Charges + GST separately at the time of application.
- Portal charges are applicable for the correction window as well (even though the one-time correction itself is free).
- The exam fee and portal charges are non-refundable under all circumstances — once paid, they will not be returned even if the application is cancelled or the candidate is declared ineligible.
- Payment modes: Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI through the CGPSC application portal.
- All question papers except Paper I (Language) may be answered in Hindi or English — but a candidate cannot mix languages within the same paper.
- Paper I is a Language paper covering both Hindi and General English — it must be answered as per the paper's requirements.
- Questions are of conventional descriptive type — Short Answer, Medium Answer, and Long Answer format.
- Candidates shortlisted for Mains must appear in all 7 papers. Absence in any paper results in disqualification from the entire Mains.
- The detailed timetable (which paper on which day and shift) will be issued separately and will also be printed on the admit card.
- Candidates called for the Interview (Personality Test) must also appear — absence at the Interview stage also leads to disqualification.
Preliminary Examination — Screening Test (Completed: 22 February 2026)
The Prelims served as a screening test to shortlist candidates for the Mains. It had 2 objective papers, each of 200 marks and 2 hours duration. Paper I (General Studies — 100 MCQs) was the merit paper; Paper II (Aptitude/Eligibility — 100 MCQs) was qualifying only. Negative marking of 1/3rd was applied. Only Paper I marks were used to prepare the Prelims merit list. Result declared: 25 March 2026. Prelims marks are NOT counted in final merit.
✅ Completed | Result Out: 25 March 2026Mains Examination — 7 Papers | 1400 Marks (Current Stage: Apply Now)
The Mains is the main competitive stage. It consists of 7 descriptive papers, each 200 marks, conducted over 4 days (16–19 May 2026). Papers cover Language, Essay, and five General Studies topics including Chhattisgarh-specific content. The combined marks of all 7 papers (1400 total) form the basis for shortlisting candidates for the Interview. Candidates 3× the number of vacancies are shortlisted for the Interview based on Mains performance.
📝 Apply Now: 1–15 April 2026 | Exam: 16–19 May 2026Interview / Personality Test — 150 Marks
Candidates shortlisted from the Mains (up to 3 times the number of vacancies) are called for the Interview / Personality Test carrying 150 marks. The CGPSC panel assesses communication skills, leadership qualities, decision-making abilities, knowledge of current affairs, and overall suitability for state civil services. The marks secured in the Interview are added to the Mains marks for preparing the final merit list.
📅 Scheduled After Mains ResultDocument Verification & Final Merit List — 1550 Marks Total
The final merit list is prepared on the combined marks of the Mains Examination (1400 marks) + Interview (150 marks) = Total 1550 marks. Prelims marks are not included. After the merit list is published, candidates undergo Document Verification where original certificates of educational qualifications, age proof, domicile, category, and other relevant documents are verified. False information found at any stage results in permanent disqualification.
📁 After Interview- Chhattisgarh is key: Every GS paper has significant Chhattisgarh-specific content — history, geography, economy, tribes, culture, government schemes, and current affairs. Give equal importance to CG-specific topics alongside national content.
- Answer writing practice: Start daily answer writing from today. CGPSC Mains values clear structure, coherent arguments, and relevant examples — not just factual recall.
- Paper II (Essay): Practice writing two full-length essays daily — one national/international topic and one Chhattisgarh-specific topic. Quality, structure, and content coverage matter equally.
- Read the official syllabus: The detailed Mains syllabus is published in the original Advertisement (Advt. No. 06/2025/Pariksha dated 26.11.2025) available in the Rozgar aur Niyojan dated 03.12.2025 and on psc.cg.gov.in.
Visit the Official CGPSC Website
Go to www.psc.cg.gov.in or directly to the application portal at online.ecgpsconline.in. The application link is active from 1 April 2026 (12:00 PM). Candidates who previously registered with CGPSC for the Prelims application will have existing login credentials.
Log In Using Existing CGPSC Credentials
Use the Registration ID and Password received on your registered mobile number and email during the original SSE 2025 application. Click on the Mains application link available on the dashboard. New candidates cannot apply — only those who cleared the Prelims are eligible.
Upload Live Photo & Signature
A live photo must be captured through your mobile camera using the link sent to your registered mobile number. Ensure your face fills about 80% of the frame, both ears are visible, eyes are open, and the background is plain light-coloured. Upload your signature on white paper (black ballpoint pen) as a JPG file, maximum 100 KB — scan only the signature, not the background.
Fill & Verify All Details — Including Graduate Result if Awaited
Fill in all required details accurately, including current address and graduation examination details. If your graduation result is pending, enter the relevant details as applicable. Verify every entry before clicking Submit — corrections post-submission are only allowed once during the correction window (16–17 April 2026).
Pay Application Fee + Portal Charges + GST
After clicking Submit, you will be redirected to the payment page. Select your preferred payment option (Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking / UPI) and pay: ₹300 (CG domicile SC/ST/OBC NCL/PwD) or ₹400 (all others) + Portal Charges + GST. Save the payment receipt.
Download Application Receipt & Payment Receipt
After successful payment, download and print both the Application Acknowledgement and the Payment Receipt. Keep these safe for the entire selection process duration — payment receipts become unavailable after admit cards are issued. These must be produced when demanded by CGPSC.
Apply Well Before 15 April 2026 (11:59 PM)
CGPSC advises candidates to submit their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute portal congestion. After the deadline, no application will be accepted. The Commission is not responsible for technical issues on the last day. Correction window available 16–17 April 2026 (one time, free).
- No offline / postal applications accepted — applying online and then sending a print to CGPSC office will result in rejection.
- Demand drafts, cash deposits, or any other payment mode outside the online portal are not accepted.
- If false information is detected at any stage — Prelims, Mains, Interview, or Document Verification — the candidature is summarily cancelled.
- CGPSC is not obligated to send individual notices by post or SMS. All announcements are only on www.psc.cg.gov.in. Visit the website regularly.
- Admit cards are issued approximately 10 days before the exam — only on psc.cg.gov.in. Not sent by post.
- Candidates must carry a valid Photo ID proof (Voter ID / Passport / Driving Licence / PAN Card / Aadhaar / e-Aadhaar) to the exam — entry denied without it.
- Paper I: Language (Hindi & English) — 200 marks
- Paper II: Essay — 200 marks
- Papers III–VII: General Studies I to V — 200 marks each
- Interview / Personality Test: 150 marks
- Final Merit: Mains (1400) + Interview (150) = 1550 marks total
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