CGSSB Group 2 Recruitment 2026: 1703 Posts, Apply Online

CGSSB Group 2 Sub Group 2 Recruitment 2026 notification released for 1,703 vacancies, including Assistant Grade 3, Stenographer and Data Entry Operator. Eligible candidates can apply online until 27 November 2026. The written examination is scheduled for 10 January 2027.

  • By Sanjay Kumar
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CGSSB Group 2 Sub Group 2 Recruitment 2026

Important dates

EventDate
Application window
  • Starts5 November 2026
  • Ends27 November 2026, 5:00 PM
Correction window
  • Starts28 November 2026
  • Ends30 November 2026
Admit card release
  • Starts4 January 2027
Exam
  • Exam10 January 2027

The Chhattisgarh Staff Selection Board (CGSSB) has released the CGSSB Group 2 Sub Group 2 Recruitment 2026 notification for 1,703 Group 2, Class III vacancies across various government departments in Chhattisgarh.

The recruitment includes Assistant Grade 3, Data Entry Operator, Stenographer, Registration Clerk, Assistant Sub-Inspector and other posts. Candidates seeking government jobs in Chhattisgarh can apply online through the official recruitment portal.

The application process started on 5 November 2026, and the last date to submit the online application is 27 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. The written examination is scheduled for 10 January 2027.

CGSSB Group 2 Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particulars

Details

Recruiting Authority

Chhattisgarh Staff Selection Board (CGSSB)

Recruitment Name

Group 2 Sub Group 2 Recruitment 2026

Advertisement Number

SSB/Exam F-20/2026/4422

Exam Code

G20227

Total Vacancies

1,703

Post Category

Group 2, Class III

Qualification Level

Graduate/Postgraduate and post-specific skills

Application Mode

Online

Job Location

Chhattisgarh

Selection Process

Written Examination and applicable post-specific verification

Official Website

cgssb.cgstate.gov.in

CGSSB Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Event

Date

Notification Release

5 November 2026

Online Application Starts

5 November 2026

Last Date to Apply

27 November 2026, 5:00 PM

Application Correction Window

28–30 November 2026

Expected Admit Card

4 January 2027

Written Examination

10 January 2027

Exam Timing

10:00 AM to 12:15 PM

Candidates should complete their applications before the deadline to avoid technical issues during the final hours.

CGSSB Group 2 Vacancy 2026 – Post-Wise Details

The recruitment covers ten categories of posts, with Assistant Grade 3 accounting for the largest number of vacancies.

Post Name

Vacancies

Assistant Grade 3

1,206

Assistant Sub-Inspector – District Unit Cadre

279

Registration Clerk

50

Assistant Sub-Inspector – General Branch

40

Sub-Inspector (Stenographer)

34

Hindi Stenographer

30

Data Entry Operator

25

Steno Typist

23

Bilingual Stenographer

13

English Stenographer

3

Total

1,703

Note: Some recruitment websites report 1,710 vacancies. The ten-category distribution above totals 1,703. Candidates should check the latest official notification and corrigendum for the final vacancy position.

CGSSB Group 2 Eligibility Criteria 2026

Educational qualifications vary depending on the post. Most positions require a recognised graduation degree, while certain clerical and stenography posts also require computer qualifications and typing or shorthand proficiency.

Post

Educational Qualification

Assistant Grade 3

Graduation and prescribed computer qualification with typing proficiency

Assistant Sub-Inspector

Graduation, applicable computer qualification and typing skills

Stenographer

Graduation with prescribed shorthand and typing proficiency

Data Entry Operator

Post-specific educational and computer qualifications

Registration Clerk

Qualifications specified in the official advertisement

For certain posts, the notification provides alternative qualification routes involving higher secondary education and a recognised Modern Office Management diploma.

Candidates must verify the exact educational, computer, shorthand and typing requirements for their chosen post before applying.

CGSSB Group 2 Age Limit 2026

The age limit is calculated with reference to 1 January 2026.

Category

Age Limit

Minimum Age

21 years

General Maximum Age

30 years

Chhattisgarh Domicile Candidates

Up to 35 years

Maximum After Applicable Relaxations

Up to 45 years

Age relaxation is subject to the applicable government rules and the conditions mentioned in the official notification.

CGSSB Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Category

Application Fee

General

₹350

OBC

₹250

SC/ST/PwD

₹200

Eligible Chhattisgarh residents who appear in the examination may receive a refund of the examination fee under the applicable state government rules.

The refund is generally credited to the bank account used for the original payment, subject to the prescribed conditions.

CGSSB Group 2 Selection Process

The recruitment process is primarily based on a written examination.

Candidates may also need to complete document verification and demonstrate the required typing, shorthand or other technical skills where applicable.

The final selection will depend on examination performance, eligibility verification, reservation rules and the requirements of the concerned department.

CGSSB Group 2 Exam Pattern 2027

The written examination is scheduled for 10 January 2027, from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM.

The examination will be conducted at designated centres across five divisional headquarters in Chhattisgarh.

Candidates should consult the official examination scheme for the confirmed number of questions, marks, subject-wise distribution and negative-marking provisions.

Preparation and Syllabus

Candidates preparing for the examination should focus on the subjects prescribed in the official syllabus. Depending on the post, preparation may involve general knowledge, Chhattisgarh-related knowledge, reasoning, language proficiency and computer fundamentals.

Typing and shorthand candidates should also practise their respective technical skills regularly.

How to Apply Online for CGSSB Group 2 Recruitment 2026?

  1. Visit the official website at cgssb.cgstate.gov.in.

  2. Open the Online Application section.

  3. Find the Group 2 Sub Group 2 Recruitment 2026 advertisement.

  4. Complete registration using the required personal details.

  5. Log in and fill out the application form carefully.

  6. Enter educational qualifications and post-specific skill details.

  7. Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.

  8. Pay the applicable examination fee.

  9. Review the application and submit it before the deadline.

  10. Download or print the confirmation page for future reference.

CGSSB Group 2 Admit Card 2027

The admit card is expected to become available around 4 January 2027.

Candidates should download their hall tickets from the official portal and verify their name, roll number, examination centre, reporting time and other instructions.

The admit card and a valid photo identity document should be carried to the examination centre as instructed.

Conclusion

The CGSSB Group 2 Sub Group 2 Recruitment 2026 offers an important opportunity for eligible candidates seeking Class III government jobs in Chhattisgarh.

With 1,703 advertised vacancies across clerical, stenography, data entry and assistant-level posts, applicants should check their post-specific eligibility and complete the application process by 27 November 2026.

Candidates should rely on the latest official notification for final recruitment conditions and examination updates.

Official source

Chhattisgarh Staff Selection Board

Always confirm dates and instructions on the official website before you act.