CGSSB Group 2 Class III Sub Group 02 Recruitment 2026: 1,703 Vacancies (Advt SSB/Pariksha F-20/2026/4413)
The Chhattisgarh Karmachari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB), formerly known as CG Vyapam, has published the official 96-page detailed notification (Advertisement No. SSB/Pariksha F-20/2026/4413, Exam Code G20227) dated 05 November 2026 for Group 2 Class III (Postgraduate & Graduate Level), Sub Group 02 Recruitment 2026. A total of 1,703 vacancies across 10 distinct post types have been announced across multiple state government departments and district police establishments.
The vacancies include Assistant Grade 3 (1,206 posts), Assistant Sub Inspector-A District Unit Cadre (279 posts), Registration Clerk (50 posts), Assistant Sub Inspector-A General Branch (40 posts), Sub Inspector-A Stenographer Hindi (34 posts), Stenographer Hindi (30 posts), Data Entry Operator (25 posts), Steno Typist (23 posts), Stenographer Bilingual (13 posts), and Stenographer English (3 posts).
Online registration commenced on 05 November 2026 and the closing date to apply is 27 November 2026 (05:00 PM). The written examination will be held on 10 January 2027 (Sunday) from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM at five divisional headquarters in Chhattisgarh. In a major candidate-friendly welfare initiative, eligible local residents of Chhattisgarh who appear in the written examination will receive a 100% refund of the examination fee directly into their paying bank account.
CGSSB Group 2 Recruitment 2026: Key Particulars
| Recruitment Organisation | Chhattisgarh Karmachari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB / CG Vyapam) |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Cadre | Group 2 Class III (Postgraduate & Graduate Level), Sub Group 02 |
| Advertisement Number | SSB/Pariksha F-20/2026/4413 |
| Examination Code | G20227 |
| Total Sanctioned Vacancies | 1,703 Vacancies (Final Official Advertisement) |
| Number of Post Types | 10 Post Types across Multiple State Departments |
| Job Category | Chhattisgarh State Government Jobs (Class III / Non-Gazetted) |
| Mode of Application | Online only via CG Vyapam Profile Portal |
| Application Starting Date | 05 November 2026 |
| Application Closing Date | 27 November 2026 (until 05:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 28 November 2026 to 30 November 2026 (up to 05:00 PM) |
| Written Examination Date | 10 January 2027 (Sunday) |
| Examination Shift & Timing | 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM (Duration: 2 Hours 15 Minutes) |
| Job & Exam Location | Chhattisgarh (5 Divisional Headquarters for Exam) |
| Official Portal Links | cgssb.cgstate.gov.in / vyapamprofile.cgstate.gov.in |
CGSSB Group 2 Recruitment 2026: Official Dates
| Event / Stage | Official Date & Timing |
|---|---|
| Detailed Official Notification Released | 05 November 2026 |
| Online Application Form Opening Date | 05 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 27 November 2026 (up to 05:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window Commences | 28 November 2026 |
| Application Correction Window Closes | 30 November 2026 (up to 05:00 PM) |
| Age Calculation Reference Date | 01 January 2026 |
| Written Examination Date | 10 January 2027 (Sunday) |
| Written Examination Timing | 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM (2 Hours 15 Minutes) |
| E-Admit Card Release Date | To be announced on CGSSB portal (typically 7–10 days before exam) |
CGSSB Group 2 Vacancy Details 2026 (Post-Wise Breakup)
Candidates should note that earlier short-notice reports cited 1,710 posts. The final 96-page detailed notification published on 05 November 2026 definitively confirms 1,703 vacancies across 10 post categories:
| S. No. | Post Name / Designation | Total Vacancies | Key Cadre Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stenographer (Hindi) / शीघ्रलेखक (हिंदी) | 30 | Multiple state departments |
| 2 | Stenographer (English) / शीघ्रलेखक (अंग्रेजी) | 3 | State departments |
| 3 | Stenographer (Bilingual) / शीघ्रलेखक (द्विभाषी) | 13 | Hindi + English shorthand |
| 4 | Sub Inspector-A (Stenographer), General Branch (Hindi) | 34 | Home (Police) Department |
| 5 | Data Entry Operator (DEO) / डाटा एंट्री ऑपरेटर | 25 | Various departmental units |
| 6 | Steno Typist / स्टेनो टायपिस्ट | 23 | State offices |
| 7 | Assistant Grade 3 (AG-3) / सहायक ग्रेड-3 | 1,206 | Highest Vacancies (Clerical Cadre) |
| 8 | Registration Clerk / पंजीयन लिपिक | 50 | Commercial Tax (Registration) Dept |
| 9 | Assistant Sub Inspector-A (General Branch) / स.उ.नि.-अ | 40 | Police General Branch |
| 10 | Assistant Sub Inspector-A (District Unit Cadre) / स.उ.नि.-अ जिला इकाई संवर्ग | 279 | District Executive Police Units |
| Grand Total Vacancies | 1,703 | Reconciled to Official Detailed Advertisement | |
📌 Department-Wise Vacancies and Post Codes (Pages 2–53):
The detailed notification spreads the department-wise, office-wise, and category-wise vacancy distribution across pages 2 to 53 of the official PDF. When submitting the online application at vyapamprofile.cgstate.gov.in, candidates must enter their Post Code and Department Preference Order. Ensure you carefully check whether you fulfill the specific educational and physical qualifications for each department/post code you opt for.
CGSSB Group 2 Educational Qualifications & Skill Requirements
Qualifications are detailed on pages 55 to 57 of the official notification. Candidates must satisfy the specific qualification combination prescribed for their chosen post:
Route 1: Graduate Qualification
- Graduation (Bachelor's Degree) in any discipline from a recognised university.
- One-year Diploma in Computer Applications (DCA / PGDCA) or equivalent computer diploma from a recognised institution, where prescribed for the post.
Route 2: Higher Secondary + Technical Diploma
- 10+2 (Higher Secondary / Senior Secondary) passed from a recognised Board.
- Modern Office Management (MOM) Diploma from a recognized institution or 1-year computer diploma where permissible under departmental recruitment rules.
| Post Name | Prescribed Academic & Technical Qualification | Prescribed Typing & Shorthand Skills |
|---|---|---|
| Stenographer (Hindi) | Graduation OR 10+2 with recognized 1-year Computer Diploma / MOM | Hindi Shorthand speed of 100 words per minute (wpm) from recognized board/council + Hindi typing speed. |
| Stenographer (English) | Graduation OR 10+2 with recognized 1-year Computer Diploma / MOM | English Shorthand speed of 100 words per minute (wpm) + English typing certificate. |
| Stenographer (Bilingual) | Graduation OR 10+2 with recognized 1-year Computer Diploma / MOM | Shorthand speed of 100 wpm in both Hindi and English, along with corresponding typing proficiency. |
| Sub Inspector-A (Stenographer - Hindi) | Graduation in any discipline + 1-year Computer Diploma | Hindi Shorthand 100 wpm + Hindi typing certificate from recognized shorthand/typing board. |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | Graduation OR 10+2 with 1-year Computer Diploma / BCA / DCA / PGDCA from recognised board/university | Data entry speed of 8,000 to 10,000 key depressions per hour (KDPH) in English/Hindi (speed test to be qualified). |
| Steno Typist | 10+2 or Graduation + 1-year Computer Diploma / MOM | Hindi shorthand speed of 60 wpm from recognized council/board + typing speed of 5,000 KDPH. |
| Assistant Grade 3 (AG-3) | Graduation OR 10+2 from recognised board + 1-year Diploma in Computer Applications (DCA / PGDCA / ITI COPA / MOM) | Computer typing speed of 5,000 key depressions per hour (skill test will be conducted for shortlisting). |
| Registration Clerk | Graduation OR 10+2 + 1-year Computer Diploma | Typing proficiency of 5,000 key depressions per hour. |
| ASI-A (General Branch) | Graduation in any stream from recognized university + 1-year Computer Diploma | Computer typing speed of 5,000 KDPH + physical eligibility as per Police Department rules. |
| ASI-A (District Unit Cadre) | Graduation in any stream from recognized university + 1-year Computer Diploma | Computer typing speed of 5,000 KDPH + physical eligibility as per Police Department rules. |
CGSSB Group 2 Age Limit & Age Relaxations
The crucial reference date for age computation across all posts is 01 January 2026:
| Parameter | Prescribed Age Limit Criteria |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age Limit | 21 Years (as on 01.01.2026, paragraph 6.2) |
| General (Non-CG Resident) Upper Age Limit | 30 Years |
| Chhattisgarh Local Resident Upper Age Limit | 35 Years (Benefit of 5-year general state relaxation extended till 31.12.2028) |
| SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) of Chhattisgarh | Up to 40 Years (+5 Years Category Relaxation) |
| Female Candidates (Domiciled in Chhattisgarh) | Up to 45 Years (including women relaxation) |
| Govt / Corporation / Contract / Nagar Sainik Employees | Up to 38–45 Years (subject to conditions in Appendix A) |
| Maximum Age Cap (After All Relaxations) | 45 Years (Except where separate Police Department rules apply) |
👮 Important Note on Home / Police Department Posts:
For posts under the Home (Police) Department such as Sub Inspector-A (Steno) and Assistant Sub Inspector-A, age and eligibility conditions are strictly governed by the Home (Police) Department notification dated 10 September 2026 (Appendix B). Candidates must refer to Appendix B for police-cadre specific age slabs and physical standards.
Physical Standards & Measurement Test (Home / Police Posts Only)
Physical standards are NOT applicable to all posts. As per pages 59 to 61 and Appendix B of the official notification, physical measurement tests apply exclusively to seven (7) notified Home/Police Department post categories:
| Post Category (Home / Police Dept) | Male Height Requirement | Female Height Requirement | Chest & Medical Standards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Sub Inspector-A (General Branch & District Unit Cadre) |
153 cm (General / SC / OBC) 153 cm (ST Male) |
153 cm (General / SC / OBC) 151 cm (ST Female) |
Male Chest: 81 cm unexpanded, 86 cm expanded (min 5 cm expansion). Female: Not applicable. |
| Sub Inspector-A (Stenographer - Hindi) & Other Home Dept Posts |
162 cm (General / OBC / SC) 153 cm (ST Male) |
152 cm (General / OBC / SC) 151 cm (ST Female) |
Normal vision without squint or colour blindness. Physically fit without knock-knees or flat foot. |
* Note: Assistant Grade 3, Data Entry Operator, and Steno Typist posts under civil non-police departments do NOT require physical measurement tests.
CGSSB Group 2 Application Fee & Appearance Refund
| General / Unreserved (UR) | ₹350 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | ₹250 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | ₹200 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | ₹200 |
| Persons with Disabilities / Divyang | ₹200 |
Fee Refund for Appearing CG Residents
In accordance with the official notification, eligible local-resident candidates of Chhattisgarh who physically appear in the written examination on 10 January 2027 will receive a 100% refund of the examination fee.
- The refund will be processed by CGSSB after examination attendance verification.
- The fee is credited directly into the bank account from which payment was made.
- Candidates who remain absent will NOT receive a refund.
CGSSB Group 2 Selection Process & Written Exam Pattern
Stages of Selection:
- Stage 1: Written Examination (Objective MCQ): Primary competitive test across general studies, computer awareness, and mental ability.
- Stage 2: Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Applicable exclusively to the 7 Home/Police Department post types. Qualifying in nature.
- Stage 3: Skill / Typing / Shorthand Test: For posts requiring typing (5,000 / 10,000 KDPH) or shorthand (100 / 60 wpm).
- Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Fitness: Final scrutiny of original certificates and fitness. (There is NO common interview stage).
| Examination Parameter | Official Scheme of Examination |
|---|---|
| Mode of Examination | Offline OMR-based Written Examination |
| Question Format | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) |
| Marks for Correct Answer | +1 Mark |
| Negative Marking | -0.25 Mark (1/4 mark deducted for each wrong answer) |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks – Unreserved | 33% Aggregate |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks – SC / ST / OBC / Divyang | 23% Aggregate |
| Exam Date & Duration | 10 January 2027 (10:00 AM to 12:15 PM – 2 Hours 15 Minutes) |
* Note: The notification also contains provisions for awarding bonus marks for any questions cancelled/withdrawn by CGSSB following answer key objections.
CGSSB Group 2 Post-Wise Pay Scale & Salary Matrix
Salaries are governed by the Chhattisgarh 7th Pay Matrix as stated across pages 2–53 of the official notification:
| Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Matrix / Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Sub Inspector-A (Stenographer - Hindi) | Level 7 | ₹28,700 – ₹91,300 + allowances |
| Stenographer (Hindi, English, Bilingual) | Level 7 / Level 6 | ₹25,300 – ₹80,500 / ₹28,700 – ₹91,300 |
| Assistant Sub Inspector-A (General Branch & District Cadre) | Level 6 | ₹25,300 – ₹80,500 + police allowances |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | Level 6 | ₹25,300 – ₹80,500 + allowances |
| Steno Typist | Level 4 | ₹19,500 – ₹62,000 + allowances |
| Assistant Grade 3 (AG-3) | Level 4 | ₹19,500 – ₹62,000 + DA, HRA & state perks |
| Registration Clerk | Level 4 | ₹19,500 – ₹62,000 + allowances |
How to Apply Online for CGSSB Group 2 Recruitment 2026
Access the Online Application Portal
Visit the official portal at vyapamprofile.cgstate.gov.in/online/ or click the recruitment link from cgssb.cgstate.gov.in.
Register / Log In to Candidate Profile
If you already have a CG Vyapam registration profile, log in with your registered mobile number and password. New applicants must complete profile registration by entering basic personal details.
Select Exam Code & Post Preferences
Select recruitment examination code G20227 (Group 2 Class III Sub Group 02). Carefully select the post codes and departmental preferences matching your academic and technical eligibility.
Upload Documents & Certificates
Upload recent colour photograph, clear signature, and required certificates (Graduation / 10+2 marksheet, Computer Diploma, Typing / Shorthand certificates, and Domicile/Caste certificates if applicable).
Pay Application Fee & Final Submit
Pay the examination fee online. Complete final submission before 27 November 2026, 05:00 PM. Save and print your application receipt.
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