The Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CGSSB) has officially released the detailed notification for the Group-2 (Sub Group-02) Recruitment 2026. This comprehensive recruitment drive aims to fill 1703 vacancies across various state government departments. Eligible and interested candidates can apply for prominent positions such as Assistant Grade-3, Data Entry Operator, Steno Typist, Stenographer, and Assistant Sub-Inspector online through the official portal.
The online application process commences on November 5, 2026, and candidates must submit their finalized forms by the deadline of November 27, 2026, up to 5:00 PM. To be eligible for these ministerial and administrative roles, applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree or a 12th-grade pass certificate, along with a recognized one-year computer diploma. Furthermore, candidates are required to possess valid typing or shorthand speed certifications from recognized boards.
CG Vyapam Group 2 Sub-Group 2 Notification 2026
The selection process will primarily depend on a competitive Written Examination scheduled for January 10, 2027, followed by a Physical Measurement Test for specific police and emergency service roles, and document verification. The minimum age limit is set between 18 and 21 years depending on the specific post, with the maximum age relaxed up to 35 years for local Chhattisgarh residents. Notably, the application fee for local domicile candidates will be completely refunded to their bank accounts if they appear for the examination.
CG Vyapam Group 2 Sub Group 2 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CGSSB) |
| Notification No. | 20/2026/4413 |
| Post Name | Group 2 Sub Group 2 (Assistant Grade-3, DEO, Stenographer, Steno Typist, ASI, etc.) |
| No. of Posts | 1703 Vacancies |
| Job Category | State Government Jobs |
| Job Location | Chhattisgarh |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Written Exam, Physical Test (Post-specific), & Document Verification |
| Last Date | November 27, 2026 |
| Official Website | https://cgssb.cgstate.gov.in |
CG Vyapam Group 2 Sub Group 2 Jobs 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
| Online Application Start Date | November 5, 2026 (Thursday) |
| Online Application Last Date | November 27, 2026 (Friday) till 5:00 PM |
| Application Correction Window | November 28, 2026, to November 30, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date (Tentative) | January 4, 2027 (Monday) |
| Written Examination Date | January 10, 2027 (Sunday) from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM |
CG Vyapam Group 2 Sub Group 2 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 1703 vacancies have been announced across multiple departments such as General Administration, Home (Police), Finance, Revenue, and Health.Â
Post-wise & Category-wise Vacancy Breakdown
These vacancies are meticulously divided among Unreserved (UR), Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC) categories across 280 distinct departmental allocations.
| Post Name (Code) | UR | SC | ST | OBC | Total Vacancies |
| Data Entry Operator (F01 – F07) | 20 | 5 | 11 | 11 | 47 |
| Steno Typist (G01 – G08) | 11 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 23 |
| Sub-Inspector – M / Steno (E01) (Includes Fresh + Backlog) | 9 | 6 | 16 | 3 | 34 |
| Registration Clerk (I01) | 22 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 40 |
| Assistant Sub-Inspector – M / Gen Branch (J01) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| Assistant Sub-Inspector – M / District Cadre (K01) (Includes Fresh + Backlog) | 102 | 32 | 111 | 34 | 279 |
| Assistant Grade-3 (H01 – H37) & Stenographers (B01 – D01) | – | – | – | – | 1,274 |
| Grand Total | 1,703 | ||||
(Note: Assistant Grade-3 and Stenographer vacancies account for the remaining 1,274 posts. These are extensively distributed across individual municipal corporations, collectorates, and directorates (e.g., General Administration, Health, Finance, Revenue). Candidates are advised to refer to the comprehensive 280-row table in the official PDF for the micro-level district-wise quotas of these specific posts.)
The positions are divided into state-level, division-level, and district-level cadres, covering various ministerial and administrative duties across Chhattisgarh.
| Post Name | Department Examples |
| Assistant Grade-3 | General Administration, Finance, Revenue, Health, Panchayat, Public Works, Forest, etc. |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | General Administration, Home, Labor, Law, Higher Education, Employment |
| Steno Typist | General Administration, Sports, Mineral Resources, Law, Parliamentary Affairs |
| Stenographer (Hindi/English/Bilingual) | General Administration, Home, Law, Panchayat, Environment, Higher Education |
| Assistant Sub Inspector – M (General/District) | Home (Police Department) |
| Registration Clerk | Commercial Tax (Registration) Department |
| Librarian / Assistant Librarian | Police Headquarters |
| Assistant Programmer | Police Headquarters |
CG Vyapam Group 2 (Sub Group 2) 2026 Education Details
Assistant Grade-3 / Steno Typist / Registration Clerk / ASI (M): Must have passed 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or Graduation, along with a 1-year Computer Diploma or Modern Office Management (MOM) Diploma. Must possess a certificate of typing speed of 5,000 Key Depressions per hour in Hindi/English. Steno Typists also require a shorthand speed of 60 words per minute.
Data Entry Operator: Graduation or 10+2 with a 1-year Computer/MOM Diploma, plus a typing speed of 8,000 Key Depressions per hour in Hindi and English.
Stenographer: Graduation or 10+2 with a 1-year Computer/MOM Diploma, plus a shorthand speed of 100 words per minute and a computer typing speed of 10,000 Key Depressions per hour.
Assistant Librarian: Bachelor’s degree in Library Science and a Diploma/Degree in Computer Application.
Salary
| Post Name | Pay Matrix Level |
| Assistant Grade-3, Steno Typist, Registration Clerk, ASI (M) | Level-4 (Pay Scale: 5200-20200, GP 1900) |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO), Assistant Librarian | Level-6 (Pay Scale: 5200-20200, GP 2400) |
| Stenographer (Hindi/English/Bilingual), Librarian | Level-7 (Pay Scale: 5200-20200, GP 2800) |
| Sub-Inspector – M (Stenographer) | Level-8 (Pay Scale: 9300-34800, GP 4200) |
| Inspector – M, Assistant Programmer | Level-9 |
Age Limit
General Age Limit: The minimum age is 21 years, and the maximum age limit is 30 years.
For Chhattisgarh Local Residents: The maximum age limit is relaxed up to 35 years.
For Police/Home Department Posts: The minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum age is 28 years.
Age Relaxations: SC, ST, and OBC candidates receive a 5-year upper age relaxation. Additional relaxations apply for women, ex-servicemen, and state government employees. Overall, the maximum age across all relaxations cannot exceed 45 years. Age is calculated as of January 1, 2026.
Selection Process
Written Examination: A centralized test featuring Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). There is a negative marking of 0.25 (1/4th) marks for every incorrect answer. Minimum qualifying marks are 33% for UR and 23% for reserved/PwD categories.
Physical Measurement Test: Candidates applying for Police, Home Guard, Fire, and Emergency Services will undergo physical screening (e.g., minimum height of 162 cm for men and 152 cm for women). Candidates equal to 15 times the number of vacancies will be called for this qualifying stage.
Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be published in a final allotment list and must upload their documents online for physical verification within 15 days.
CG Vyapam Group 2 Sub Group 2 Vacancy 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
| General (UR) | Rs. 350/- |
| OBC | Rs. 250/- |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs. 200/- |
Note: The application fee for local residents of Chhattisgarh will be refunded to their bank account if they physically appear for the examination.
CG Vyapam Group 2 Sub Group 2 Recruitment 2026 How to Apply
Visit the official Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board website at https://cgssb.cgstate.gov.in.
Navigate to the online applications section and select the link for Group-2 (Sub Group-02) Recruitment 2026.
Fill out the application form with personal, educational, and communication details.
Carefully select your preference order for the desired posts (Post Codes like B01, F01, H01, etc.) and departments. This preference order is non-changeable once submitted.
Upload the required scanned documents, photographs, and signatures.
Pay the requisite application fee via the online payment gateway.
Submit the application and download a copy for future reference.
Important Links
| CG Vyapam Group 2 (Sub Group 2) Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| CG Vyapam Group 2 Apply Online Link | Click Here |



