Chhattisgarh Karmachari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB), Nava Raipur has issued a short advertisement for 1,710 Group-2 Class III posts under Sub-Group-02. The notice is dated 4 October 2026 and covers 12 post categories, including Assistant Grade-3, Data Entry Operator, Registration Clerk, Steno Typist, Stenographer and Sub-Inspector / Assistant Sub-Inspector posts.
The largest share is 1,206 Assistant Grade-3 vacancies. The official short notice also confirms that the written examination is scheduled for 10 January 2027.
The detailed advertisement has not yet been released. Application start and closing dates, post-wise eligibility, age limits, application fee, salary, reservation breakup, syllabus and complete application instructions will be announced separately by CGSSB.
CGSSB Group 2 Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting body | Chhattisgarh Karmachari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB), Nava Raipur |
| Recruitment | Group-2 Class III, Sub-Group-02 |
| Reference number | SSB/Pariksha/2026/4045 |
| Short notice date | 4 October 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 1,710 |
| Number of post categories | 12 |
| Largest vacancy | Assistant Grade-3 – 1,206 posts |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application start | To be announced |
| Last date | To be announced |
| Written examination | 10 January 2027 |
| Detailed eligibility | To be announced |
| Official portal | CGSSB official website |
| Short notice | Official CGSSB short advertisement |
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
The short advertisement lists the following post-wise vacancy numbers.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Shorthand Writer – Hindi | 30 |
| Shorthand Writer – English | 3 |
| Shorthand Writer – Bilingual | 13 |
| Shorthand Writer Class III – Bilingual | 5 |
| Stenographer Grade III – Hindi | 2 |
| Sub Inspector-A (Shorthand Writer), General Branch – Hindi | 34 |
| Data Entry Operator | 25 |
| Steno Typist | 23 |
| Assistant Grade-3 | 1,206 |
| Registration Clerk | 50 |
| Assistant Sub Inspector-A – General Branch | 40 |
| Assistant Sub Inspector-A – District-Unit Cadre | 279 |
| Total | 1,710 |
The short notice does not print a consolidated total, but the 12 post-wise figures add up to 1,710 vacancies.
Biggest Vacancy: Assistant Grade-3
Assistant Grade-3 accounts for 1,206 of the 1,710 posts, making it the dominant recruitment category in this drive.
Candidates interested in clerical and administrative government jobs should watch the detailed advertisement closely because it will specify the exact academic qualification, typing or computer requirements, age criteria, reservation breakup and selection conditions for Assistant Grade-3.
SI and ASI Vacancies
The recruitment also includes a significant number of police-administration posts:
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Sub Inspector-A (Shorthand Writer), General Branch – Hindi | 34 |
| Assistant Sub Inspector-A – General Branch | 40 |
| Assistant Sub Inspector-A – District-Unit Cadre | 279 |
| Combined SI/ASI vacancies | 353 |
Candidates should wait for the detailed notice before assuming any physical, typing, shorthand, educational or departmental eligibility requirement for these posts.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short advertisement | 4 October 2026 |
| Online application start | To be announced |
| Last date to apply | To be announced |
| Fee payment deadline | To be announced |
| Correction window | To be announced |
| Written examination | 10 January 2027 |
| Admit card | To be announced |
The only recruitment-stage date confirmed in the short advertisement is the 10 January 2027 written examination.
Eligibility Status
CGSSB has not yet published the post-wise eligibility conditions in the short advertisement.
The detailed advertisement is expected to provide:
- minimum educational qualification for each post;
- typing or shorthand requirements where applicable;
- computer qualification requirements;
- age limit and category-wise relaxation;
- domicile and reservation rules;
- departmental conditions for SI/ASI posts; and
- any post-specific experience requirement.
Candidates should not rely on previous recruitment rules as if they automatically apply to the 2026 cycle.
Application Fee, Salary and Reservation
The short advertisement does not state:
- application fee;
- post-wise salary or pay level;
- category-wise reservation breakup;
- age limit;
- detailed qualification; or
- final application dates.
These details should be checked from the detailed CGSSB advertisement when it is uploaded on the official portal.
Written Examination
CGSSB has confirmed that the written examination for these posts is scheduled for 10 January 2027.
The short advertisement does not yet provide:
- exam pattern;
- total questions;
- total marks;
- negative marking;
- subject-wise syllabus;
- duration;
- skill-test requirements; or
- minimum qualifying marks.
The detailed syllabus and examination instructions will be released separately.
How to Apply When the CGSSB Form Opens
Applications will be submitted online through the CGSSB portal after the detailed advertisement and application schedule are released.
Candidates can prepare in advance by:
- opening the CGSSB official website regularly;
- checking the detailed advertisement immediately after publication;
- identifying the exact post for which they meet the qualification and skill requirements;
- completing any required registration or profile process;
- entering qualification, category and contact information carefully;
- uploading the required documents in the prescribed format;
- paying the application fee if applicable;
- reviewing the complete form before submission; and
- saving the final application and payment acknowledgement.
Do not submit an application based only on assumptions from earlier CGSSB recruitments.
Selection-List Condition
The short notice states that the selection list for these posts will remain subject to the final order of the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India, New Delhi in S.L.P. (C) No. 19668/2022.
Candidates should read the detailed advertisement for any further explanation of how this condition affects the recruitment process.
Prepare Before Applications Open
Candidates interested in the 1,710 vacancies can use the waiting period to prepare documents and verify their basic details.
Use the Age Calculator once CGSSB publishes the official age cut-off date.
Use the Government Job Eligibility Pre-check after the post-wise qualifications are released.
Prepare certificates and identity records with the Government Job Document Checklist.
Track the confirmed 10 January 2027 examination and future schedule updates through the Government Exam Calendar.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| CGSSB official website | Visit CGSSB |
| Official short advertisement | View CGSSB Group-2 Sub-Group-2 notice |
| Regal Naukri latest jobs | Browse latest government jobs |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are announced in CGSSB Group 2 Recruitment 2026?
The 12 post-wise vacancy figures in the official short notice add up to 1,710 vacancies.
Which post has the highest number of vacancies?
Assistant Grade-3 has 1,206 vacancies, the largest share of the recruitment.
How many SI and ASI vacancies are included?
The notice lists 34 Sub Inspector-A (Shorthand Writer) posts, 40 Assistant Sub Inspector-A General Branch posts and 279 Assistant Sub Inspector-A District-Unit Cadre posts.
When will applications start?
The application start date has not yet been announced. CGSSB will publish the online application schedule with the detailed advertisement.
What is the last date?
The closing date has not yet been announced.
What is the qualification?
Post-wise qualifications are not stated in the short advertisement. Candidates should wait for the detailed notification.
What is the age limit?
The short advertisement does not state the age limit.
What is the application fee?
The application fee has not yet been announced.
What is the salary?
Post-wise pay levels and salary details are not stated in the short advertisement.
When is the examination?
The written examination is scheduled for 10 January 2027.
Where will the online form be available?
The online application will be made available on the official CGSSB portal after the detailed advertisement is released.