CG Police Bastar Fighter Recruitment 2026: Executive Overview & Mission
The Office of the Superintendent of Police (SP Office), Bijapur, operating under the Chhattisgarh Police Department (Police Headquarters, Raipur), has officially released the detailed recruitment notification for 417 Constable vacancies in the specialized Bastar Fighters (बस्तर फाइटर्स) unit. The offline application process commenced on 02 November 2026 and will conclude on 12 December 2026 at 5:00 PM.
The Bastar Fighters force is an elite, specialized counter-insurgency and community policing wing raised specifically within the seven districts of the Bastar division (Bastar, Dantewada, Kanker, Bijapur, Narayanpur, Sukma, and Kondagaon). The primary objective of raising this specialized district battalion is to empower indigenous local youth who possess unparalleled familiarity with dense forest geography, local tribal dialects (primarily Gondi and Halbi), and grassroots village dynamics.
Key Highlights of Bijapur Bastar Fighter Recruitment 2026
- Total Vacancies: 417 Posts of Bastar Fighter Constable in Bijapur District.
- Application Mode: Strictly Offline (Manual form submission at local police stations or via Registered Post).
- Crucial Application Window: 02 November 2026 to 12 December 2026 (until 5:00 PM).
- Jurisdiction: Exclusively reserved for bonafide local residents of District Bijapur.
- Pay Scale: Chhattisgarh Pay Matrix Level-04 (₹19,500 – ₹62,000/- plus special field allowances).
CG Police Official Notice 2026 PDF & Direct Links
Candidates intending to apply must review the official advertisement and download the prescribed application format published by the District Police Office, Bijapur. Below is the direct official link to access the notification:
*The notification document contains the general advertisement, category breakdown, Physical Standards requirements, and the official 2-page application form that must be printed and submitted.
Strict District Domicile & Local Resident Criteria
A defining condition of this recruitment is that only candidates holding a valid Domicile / Permanent Residence Certificate of District Bijapur (Chhattisgarh) are legally eligible to participate.
| Target District | Bijapur (बीजापुर), Chhattisgarh |
| Domicile Certificate Issuing Authority | Competent Revenue Authority (Sub-Divisional Magistrate / Tehsildar, Bijapur) |
| Eligibility of Other Districts / States | Strictly Ineligible (Forms will be rejected at scrutiny stage) |
| Special Relief Camp Beneficiaries | Inmates and families residing in designated relief camps of Bijapur are fully covered with concessional eligibility |
Educational Qualification & Category-Wise Criteria
The educational qualification criteria have been calibrated under Chhattisgarh Police regulations to provide maximum employment access to tribal and rural youth of Bijapur:
Class 10th (Matriculation) Pass
Must have completed Class 10th (High School) under the 10+2 education system from a recognized Board or School situated in the State of Chhattisgarh or Madhya Pradesh.
Class 5th Pass (Primary Education)
Candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities or belonging to Naxal-affected families / Relief Camp inmates in Bijapur need only a Class 5th pass certificate.
Physical Standards Test (PST): Minimum Measurement Norms
Candidates must meet the following benchmark physical parameters during the measurement screening on the district parade ground. Measurements are recorded using digital stadiometers and verified by the recruitment board:
| Gender & Category | Minimum Height | Chest (Unexpanded) | Chest (Expanded) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male (General, SC, OBC) | 163 cm | 79 cm | 84 cm (Min. 5 cm expansion) |
| Male (Scheduled Tribe - ST) | 150 cm | 74 cm | 79 cm (Min. 5 cm expansion) |
| Female (General, SC, OBC) | 153 cm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Female (Scheduled Tribe - ST) | 148 cm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
*Note: Candidates must be free from physical deformities including knock knees, bow legs, flat feet, squint eyes, or color blindness, which will be checked during the medical examination.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET): 100 Marks Event Structure
The Physical Efficiency Test (PET) carries a total weightage of 100 Marks distributed across five athletic events. Performance in each event is graded on a scale of 0 to 20 marks:
| Event Name | Maximum Marks | Number of Attempts | Evaluation Benchmark |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Long Jump (लम्बी कूद) | 20 Marks | 3 Chances | Best distance among three valid trials is recorded. |
| 2. High Jump (ऊंची कूद) | 20 Marks | 3 Chances | Standard scissor/straddle jump; best cleared bar height is counted. |
| 3. Shot Put (गोला फेंक) | 20 Marks | 3 Chances | Men: 16 lbs (7.257 kg) | Women: 8 lbs (4 kg) shot put throw. |
| 4. 100 Meter Sprint Race | 20 Marks | Single Run | Electronic/stopwatch sprint timing evaluation. |
| 5. 800 Meter Endurance Race | 20 Marks | Single Run | Track endurance race testing cardiovascular stamina. |
⚠️ Mandatory Minimum Qualifying Score in PET:
• General / Unreserved Candidates: Must score at least 60% (60 out of 100 Marks) across the five events.
• SC, ST, and OBC Candidates: Must score at least 50% (50 out of 100 Marks) to be shortlisted for the written examination.
Written Examination Structure (50 Marks) & Syllabus Focus
Candidates qualifying the PET round will be called for an offline objective written test. The examination is designed to test basic literacy, general knowledge, and contextual regional understanding:
Key Syllabus Topics:
- General Awareness & Chhattisgarh State Affairs: Basic history, political structure, geography, and current developments of Chhattisgarh.
- Bastar Division & Bijapur Regional Knowledge: Local geography, prominent rivers (Indravati), tribal customs, local deities, weekly haat bazaars, and traditional culture.
- Local Dialect Proficiency: Comprehension and basic vocabulary in Gondi and Halbi dialects commonly spoken across Bijapur.
- Elementary Arithmetic & Mental Aptitude: Basic numerical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, percentages, averages) and simple logical reasoning.
Designated Offline Application Submission Counters in Bijapur District
To facilitate easy form submission across remote tehsils and rural blocks of Bijapur, the district police administration has established dedicated receipt counters at the following six locations:
Postal Submission Address:
Office of the Superintendent of Police (SP Office), District Bijapur, Chhattisgarh – 494444
*Candidates choosing postal dispatch must send through Registered Post or Speed Post well in advance to ensure arrival before the cut-off time of 12 December 2026, 5:00 PM.
Final Selection Merit List Weightage Breakdown
| Evaluation Stage | Marks Allotted | Assessment Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | 100 Marks | Athletic performance in 5 compulsory field events. |
| Written Examination | 50 Marks | Objective test of general knowledge and local understanding. |
| Personal Interview | 20 Marks | Oral examination evaluating local dialect fluency and confidence. |
| Special Bonus Marks | Up to 30 Marks | Admissible for NCC, State/National sports representation, or specialized skills. |
| TOTAL COMPOSITE SCORE | Up to 200 Marks | Final selection roster based strictly on category-wise merit. |