The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has announced the much-anticipated CGPSC Notification 2025, offering candidates a valuable opportunity to pursue a career in public service. As the governing body responsible for conducting competitive exams, CGPSC selects qualified individuals for key administrative roles in the state. The exam aims to identify dedicated and knowledgeable candidates committed to serving the people of Chhattisgarh. Those who meet the eligibility criteria and wish to contribute to the state’s development are encouraged to apply.
The CGPSC Exam 2025 follows a structured selection process comprising three stages: the Preliminary Exam, the Main Exam, and the Personal Interview. These stages evaluate candidates’ aptitude, knowledge, and personality to ensure they meet the necessary qualifications. The syllabus covers subjects such as General Studies, General Knowledge, Language Proficiency, and specialized topics related to the chosen field. This rigorous process ensures that only the most capable candidates secure administrative positions. Successful candidates have the opportunity to contribute to policymaking, public welfare initiatives, and the overall development of the state, making a meaningful impact on society.
Below are the essential highlights of CGPSC 2025.
| Particulars | Details |
| Full-Form of the Exam | Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission Exam |
| Frequency | Annually |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Exam Duration | Prelims- 2 hours for each paper Mains- 3 hours for each paper |
| Language | English and Hindi |
| Job location | Chhattisgarh |
| Stages of selection | Prelims, Mains and Interview |
| Official Website | https://psc.cg.gov.in/index.htm |
The notification for the CGPSC 2025 exam is released on the official website. The application procedure started immediately after the notification.
CGPSC_Notification_2025_9459091f72cc61a1b6a7eab5462d12b2The examination dates for CGPSC 2025 have been provided below as announced:
| Events | Dates |
| CGPSC Notification 2025 Release Date | November 27, 2024 |
| Beginning of Applications | December 01, 2024 |
| End of applications | December 30, 2024 |
| CGPSC Admit Card | 4th week of January 2025 |
| CGPSC Prelims Exam Dates | February 09, 2025 |
| CGPSC Prelims Results | By the end of February 2025 |
| CGPSC Mains Exam Date | 26th, 27th, 28th, 29th June 2025 |
| CGPSC Mains Results | To Be Announced |
Candidates planning to appear for the Chhattisgarh PSC Exam must meet the eligibility criteria set by the commission. The requirements include factors such as nationality, age limit, educational qualifications, and the necessary degree. Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be allowed to take the exam. Therefore, it is essential for candidates to review the eligibility conditions carefully before applying.
To be eligible for Chhattisgarh PSC Exam 2025, the candidate must be a citizen of India.
Age Criteria: The minimum age requirement for all candidates is 21 years.
| Candidates who are not permanent residents of Chhattisgarh | The maximum age limit for candidates is 30 years. |
| Candidates who are residents of Chhattisgarh | The age limit for Chhattisgarh domiciles/residents has been extended by five years, allowing candidates up to age 35 to apply. |
Multiple age relaxation criteria are applicable for CGPSC 2025.
| No. of Relaxation Years | Condition |
| Up to max 5 years | A candidate will be considered eligible if they are a domicile/bonafide Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, or Other Backward Class (OBC) as officially recognized by the Government of Chhattisgarh. |
| Up to max 3 years | A candidate who is or was a sportsperson and has been awarded the Shaheed Rajiv Pandey Award, Gundhahur Samman, Maharaj Bhanjdev Samman, or similar honors, is eligible. |
| Up to max 8 years | If a candidate falls under the aforementioned (ii) category and also belongs to a Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, or OBC as recorded by the Government of Chhattisgarh, they will be eligible. |
| Up to max 5 years | A candidate who is a widow/widower applying for their first appointment is eligible. |
| Up to max 2 years | A candidate who possesses a Green Card under a family welfare program is eligible. |
| Up to max 5 years. | A candidate who is one of the partners in an inter-caste marriage under the inter-caste marriage scheme of the Inter-Caste Marriage Department for Harijan, Tribal, and Backward Class Welfare, as per GAD Memo no. C-1085 dated 3-9-1985, is eligible for up to 5 years. |
| Up to max 5 years | A candidate who is or was a sportsperson and has been awarded the Shaheed Rajiv Pandey Award, Gundhahur Samman, Maharaj Bhanjdev Samman, or similar honours, is eligible. |
| Up to 5 max years | Applicants must have served in military service for at least 5 years. |
| Up to max 8 years | A candidate who is filing under a specific category specified by the authorities is eligible. |
| Up to max 10 years | A physically handicapped candidate is eligible, provided they submit the necessary certificates. |
a. All candidates must undergo a comprehensive medical examination to assess their physical and mental well-being.
b. Candidates who do not meet the specified physical fitness requirements will not be considered for appointment to the relevant service.
c. Additionally, candidates’ mental health must be evaluated and deemed satisfactory.
d. Specific criteria for height and chest measurements are also applicable.
| S.No. | Name of the Post | Height | Chest | Expansion | |
| Man | Without Expansion | With Expansion | |||
| 1. | Dy. Superintendent of Police | 168 c.m | 84 c.m | 89 c.m. | 5 c.m. |
| 2. | District Excise Officer | 5’4” | 31” | 33” | – |
| 3. | Transport Sub-Inspector | 165 c.m. | 81.50 c.m. | – | – |
| 4. | Excise Sub-Inspector | 165 c.m. | 81 c.m. | 85 c.m. | – |
| 5. | Assistant Jailor | 1.65 m. | 0.80 m. | – | – |
To be eligible for CGPSC 2025, candidates must meet specific educational requirements. To meet the minimum educational qualification, one must possess a degree from a university in India that is recognized and established under an Act of the state or Central Legislature. Additionally, degrees obtained from other educational institutions established under an act of parliament or deemed universities are also considered valid.
Candidates awaiting their examination results but meeting the required educational qualifications are eligible to apply. Additionally, individuals with government-recognized technical or professional qualifications equivalent to a degree can also participate in the exam.
Candidates intending to take the Chhattisgarh PSC Exam 2025 exam must complete the online application form, accessible on the official website. The following instructions outline the application process:
Step 1: Go to the official CGPSC website – https://psc.cg.gov.in/
Step 2: Click on “Online Applications.”
Step 3: From the menu, select “State Service Examination – 2025.”
Step 4: Click on “View Advertisement of State Service Examination-2025” to gather important details about the exam.
Step 5: Click on “Online Application of State Service Examination.”
Step 6: the next window opens, click on “Register” and provide the candidate’s name, email address, and mobile number. Generate and enter an OTP to register successfully.
Step 7: Log in using your credentials, click on “Apply Now,” complete your application form, and proceed with document upload.
Step 8: Upload all the required documents, such as previous year mark sheets, Aadhar card, caste certificate, etc., in good quality and submit them.
Step 9: Proceed with the process of payment of the application fee and pay the specified application fees online using any of the provided options.
Step 10: After the successful fee payment process is complete, for future reference, it is recommended that the candidate download and print a hard copy of the application form for CGPSC 2025, and the receipt of your fee payment.
Before filling out the Chhattisgarh PSC Exam application form, candidates must have the following documents ready:
To complete the application process, candidates must pay the required exam fee, which varies depending on the post. The fee for the Prelims exam must be paid online, along with an additional portal charge of Rs. 30/-. Payment can be made using credit or debit cards or through net banking.
| Candidate Category | Fees |
| General | Rs. 400 |
| SC/ST/OBC/PWD | Rs. 300 |
The (Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission) Admit Card for the upcoming CGPSC Exam 2025 will be available on the official website before the examination. Candidates who have applied for the Chhattisgarh PSC Exam should download the admit card using their login credentials. Here are the steps to obtain the Chhattisgarh PSC Admit Card:
Step 1: Go to the official CGPSC website at https://psc.cg.gov.in/
Step 2: Locate and click on the notification box providing the link for the CGPSC 2025 admit card.
Step 3: Enter your birthdate and CGPSC Application number.
Step 4: Click on the Login link.
Step 5: The CGPSC Exam Admit Card 2025 will be displayed on the screen.
Step 6: Download the admit card and make sure to print it.
Step 7: Read the instructions on the admit card carefully.
The Chhattisgarh PSC Admit Card for 2025 may include the following information about the candidates:
The examination consists of two stages: Prelims and Mains. Candidates must clear both to qualify for the final selection. The Prelims includes 150 questions, each worth one mark, with a duration of 2 hours. The Mains is a written, subjective-type exam. The detailed exam pattern is provided in the table below.
The table below presents the exam pattern for the Chhattisgarh PSC 2025 Prelims:
| Particulars | Details |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Type of Questions | Objective Type Questions (MCQs) |
| No. of paper | First Paper- General Studies Second Paper- Aptitude test |
| No. of Questions | First Question Paper -100 Second Question Paper- 100 |
| Maximum Marks | 400 Marks |
| Marking Scheme | 2 marks each awarded for the correct answer 1/3 mark deducted for every incorrect answer |
| Duration of Exam | 2 hours each paper |
The table below presents the exam pattern for the Chhattisgarh PSC 2025 Mains:
| Paper | Name of Question Paper | Marks |
| Paper I | Language | 200 |
| Paper-II | Essay | 200 |
| Paper III | History, Constitution and Public Administration | 200 |
| Paper IV | Science, Technology, and Environment | 200 |
| Paper V | Economics and Geography | 200 |
| Paper VI | Mathematics and Logical Ability | 200 |
| Paper VII | Philosophy and Sociology | 200 |
| Total Marks | 1400 | |
| Interview / Personality Test | 150 | |
| Grand Total Marks | 1550 | |
Candidates who pass the preliminary and main exams proceed to the personal interview stage. During this phase, candidates are evaluated based on various factors such as their mental agility, ability to articulate thoughts clearly and logically, critical thinking skills, leadership qualities, intellectual prowess, moral integrity, and more. The personality test carries a weightage of 150 marks. The final selection of candidates recommended for the Chhattisgarh PSC Civil Services examination is determined by the combined scores achieved in the Mains examination and the personal interview.
Only candidates who successfully pass all three stages will be deemed eligible for the available positions.
The scores obtained in paper 2 of the preliminary examination will not be considered during the final selection process.
A clear understanding of the syllabus is essential for effective exam preparation, helping candidates focus their efforts efficiently. Those appearing for the Chhattisgarh PSC 2025 exam should familiarize themselves with the detailed syllabus for both stages. The latest syllabus can be found in the table below.
| Paper | Syllabus |
| Paper 1 | Part-1 History of India and Indian National Movement. Constitution of India & Polity Physical, Social & Economic Geography of India. Indian Economy. Current Affairs & Sports. General Science & Technology. Indian Philosophy, Art, Literature & Culture. Environment. Part-2 History of Chhattisgarh, & Contribution of Chhattisgarh in Freedom Movement, Geography, Climate, Physical status, Census, Archaeological and Tourist Centres of Chhattisgarh. Literature, Music, Dance, Art, and Culture, Idioms and Proverbs, Puzzle/riddle, Singing of Chhattisgarh. Industry in Chhattisgarh, Energy, Water and Mineral Resource of Chhattisgarh. Tribes, Special Traditions, Teej, and Festivals of Chhattisgarh. Economy, Forest, and Agriculture of Chhattisgarh. Administrative Structure, Local Government, and Panchayati Raj of Chhattisgarh Current Affairs of Chhattisgarh. |
| Paper 2 | Interpersonal skills including communication skills Logical reasoning and analytical ability General mental ability Decision-making and problem-solving Basic Numeracy (Class 10 level), Data Interpretation (Charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency, etc.) Knowledge of Hindi Language Knowledge of Chhattisgarhi language. |
| Sections | Topics |
| Paper-I Language Paper | Paper-VII Welfare and Development, Sports |
| Paper- II Essay | Part- 1 International and National Level Issues Part- 2 Chhattisgarh State Level Issues |
| Paper- III History, Constitution, and Public Administration | Part-1 Welfare, Development Programme, and Laws Indian Society, Human Rights Protection Legislation 1993, Protection is granted to Females (CRPC) under the Indian Constitution & Criminal Law (Penal Code). Protection Act 2005 to Females from Domestic Violation, Scheduled Tribes and Scheduled Castes Atrocity Protection Law 1989, etc. Part- 2 International and National Events, Sports, and Organization, United Nations and its Associated Organizations. SAARC, BRICS, International Monetary Fund, National and International Sports and competitions, World Trade Organization, World Trade Organization’s impact on India, etc. Part- 3 Internal and National Institute and their Role in Human Development Availability of Skilled Human ResourcesIssues related to Girls’ Education, Employability and Productivity of Human Resources, National Educational Research and Training Council, All India Technical Education CouncilIssues related to Disabled People, etc. |
| Paper-IV Science, Technology, and Environment | Part-1 General Science Physics (Class10 level), Biology (Class10 level), Chemistry (Class10 level) Part-2 Aptitude Test, Logical Reasoning, Mental Ability Rational Numbers, Banking Mathematics, Ratio Proportion, Factorization, Vedic Mathematics, etc Part-3 Applied and Behavioural Science Role of IT in Rural India, Energy Resources, Computer Knowledge, Agricultural Sciences, Bio-diversity, etc. |
| Paper-V Economics & Geography | Part-1 Economics of India and Chhattisgarh Indian Economy, RBI, Rural Development, Child Labour Problem, State Finance and Budgetary Policy, etc. Part- 2 Geography of India Physical Features Population Drainage System Agriculture Minerals and Mining Sources of Energy, etc. Part- 3 Geography of Chhattisgarh Physical Features of Chhattisgarh, Vegetation, Locations, Wildlife, Agriculture, Minerals, Sources of Energy, etc. |
| Paper- VI Mathematics & Logical Ability | Part -1 Philosophy Nature of Philosophy, Gandhiji- Ahinsa, Satyagraha Its relationship between religion and culture, Dharma theory, etc Part-2 Sociology Importance of Sociology Caste and Class Social Group Indian Social Problems, etc. Part-3 Social Aspects of Chhattisgarh Tribal Social Organization, Marriage, Family, Clan Tribal Development, Folk arts of Chhattisgarh, Fairs and Festivals of Chhattisgarh, Tourism in Chhattisgarh, etc, |
| Paper-VII Welfare and development, Sports | Paper-VII Welfare and Development, Sports |
The results will be announced shortly after the examination, including candidates’ scores and the minimum qualifying marks for different categories. Once released, candidates can check their results on the official website. Follow these steps to access the results:
Candidates appearing for the CG PSC exam should familiarize themselves with the various types of cut-offs required to qualify for the exam.
Qualifying Cut-Off – The qualifying cut-off marks mentioned in the CG PSC notification pertains to the minimum marks required for CG PSC aspirants to pass. General category students must score a minimum score of 33%, while reserved category students must secure at least 23% in both the Prelims and Mains CG PSC exams.
| Category | The qualifying cut off % | Qualifying marks out of 200 |
| General | 33% | 66 |
| SC/ST/OBC/PWD | 23% | 46 |
| Category | The qualifying cut off % | Qualifying marks out of 1400 |
| General | 33% | 462 |
| SC/ST/OBC/PWD | 23% | 322 |
Final Cut-off: To progress to the next stage of the selection process, aspirants need to achieve the minimum required marks known as the final cut-off. The overall cut-off for each round is determined based on the total score. The final cut-off can vary in each stage and is influenced by various factors.
Factors Affecting the Cut-off:
When determining the cut-off for each stage of the CG PSC exam, several factors are taken into account. The following factors are considered in formulating the cut-off:
a. Difficulty level of each stage of the exam.
b. Total number of vacancies announced by the Commission.
c. Number of candidates who appeared for the exam.
The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission selection procedure for 2025 employs a multi-stage strategy for various positions, particularly the State Services Examination (SSE) and other comparable exams. The normal selection procedure consists of the following stages:
Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (Chhattisgarh PSC) recruits’ eligible candidates for class A and class B services, and the pay scale for each class is different. It has various posts under them, and their salary varies as per the class of positions. The salary of Chhattisgarh PSC employees ranges from Rs. 25,300 to Rs. 56,100, based on the different pay scales. And this salary is decided by the official authorities.
The salaries of CG PSC officers depend upon under which class the employee comes. If an employee comes under a class A officer, then their salary will be relatively higher than a class B officer. Besides a good salary, Chhattisgarh PSC provides multiple facilities to their employees, such as Dearness Allowance (DA), Travel Allowance (TA), HRA, Pension schemes, and medical benefits. They also provide a secure job environment to their employees, and for more details about salary, the candidate should go through the official notification.
| CGPSC Post | Pay Scale |
| Group A | |
| Deputy District Magistrate | Rs. 56,100 |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police | Rs. 56,100 |
| Accounting Officer | Rs. 56,100 |
| Superintendent district jail | Rs. 56,100 |
| District fighter, city service | Rs. 56,100 |
| Assistant registrar, cooperative institutions | Rs. 56,100 |
| Chhattisgarh subordinate accounting services | Rs. 56,100 |
| Group B | |
| Commercial tax inspector | Rs. 36,100 |
| Excise sub-inspector | Rs. 28,700 |
| Deputy Registrar | Rs. 28,700 |
| Assistant jail superintendent | Rs. 28,700 |
| Commercial Tax Officer | Rs. 25,300 |
Upon appointment as CG PSC Officers, candidates enjoy the following perks and privileges:
Candidates can use the following CG PSC Preparation Tips to pass the CGPSC 2025 Exam:
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Ans. Candidates aged 21 to 28 years can apply online for CGPSC.
Ans. The CGPSC Preliminary Exam will consist of 200 questions—100 questions from Paper 1 General Studies and 100 from Paper 2 Aptitude Test.
Ans. The CGPSC Prelims Exam Date 2025 was scheduled for February 9th, 2025.
Ans. The CGPSC offers various positions, including but not limited to:
State Civil Service (Dy. Collector)
State Finance Service Officer
State Police Service (DSP)
Superintendent, District Jail
Commercial Tax Officer
Assistant Registrar, Cooperatives
District Women & Child Development Officer
Labour Officer
Assistant Director
Child Development Project Officer
CG Subordinate Account Service Officer
Assistant Superintendent (Land Records)
Subordinate Civil Service (Naib Tehsildar)
Commercial Tax Inspector
Excise SI
Deputy Registrar
Assistant Jail Superintendent
Cooperative Tax Inspector
Ans. CGPSC Notification 2025 releases a total of 246 vacancies
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