Chhattisgarh School Education Department Recruitment 2026 – 1812 Vacancies, Apply Online, Eligibility, Salary & Selection Process

The Chhattisgarh School Education Department has released the Contract Recruitment 2026 notification for eligible candidates for various teaching and non-teaching posts under the Swami Atmanand Excellent English Medium Schools operating across 33 districts of Chhattisgarh. According to the official notification, a total of 1,812 contractual vacancies are available for different posts, including Lecturer, Teacher, Assistant Teacher, Head Teacher, Physical Education Teacher, Librarian, Computer Teacher and Laboratory Assistant. 

The recruitment will be conducted through a Computer Based Test (CBT). Interested candidates are required to submit their applications online through the official School Education Department portal. The online application process is scheduled to begin on 01 October 2026 and continue until 21 October 2026, 12:00 midnight. 

Chhattisgarh School Education Recruitment 2026 – Notification Details

The notification states that the recruitment is for vacant contractual posts in Swami Atmanand Excellent English Medium Schools functioning in 33 districts of Chhattisgarh. 

Vacancy Details

The department has notified 1,812 vacancies across 26 different post categories. The major vacancy is for Assistant Teacher, with 590 posts. Lecturer and Teacher posts are also available in several subjects. 

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must satisfy the educational qualification prescribed for the particular post. The notification contains different qualifications for Lecturer, Teacher, Assistant Teacher and other posts.

Lecturer Posts

For Lecturer posts, candidates generally need a postgraduate degree in the relevant subject with the prescribed minimum academic standard along with B.Ed. The notification specifies subject-wise qualifications for Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Geography, Economics, History, Political Science, Social Science, Mathematics, Biology and other subjects. Notification

For English-medium posts, the notification specifies English-medium eligibility requirements for the relevant posts. Candidates should therefore check the detailed subject-wise qualification before submitting an application.

Teacher Posts

Teacher posts require the prescribed graduation-level qualification in the concerned subject along with D.Ed./B.Ed./D.El.Ed., as applicable, and the required TET qualification. For several Teacher posts, the notification specifically mentions passing the TET at the prescribed level. 

Assistant Teacher

For Assistant Teacher posts, candidates are required to have the prescribed qualification from a recognised board/institution along with the relevant teacher-training qualification. The notification also specifies Primary Level TET as an essential requirement for the post. 

Physical Education Teacher

The Physical Education Teacher post requires the prescribed higher-secondary qualification and relevant physical education qualification such as D.P.Ed./B.P.Ed., along with the English-medium eligibility requirement mentioned in the notification. 

Librarian

For Librarian, candidates should have a recognised graduation qualification with the prescribed B.Lib. qualification. The notification also specifies English-medium eligibility. 

Computer Teacher

The Computer Teacher post requires graduation in Computer Science/IT/Computer Application or the relevant prescribed discipline, with the required academic standard. 

Laboratory Assistant

For Laboratory Assistant, the notification prescribes higher-secondary qualification with the relevant Biology/Mathematics subject group, as specified in the notification. 

Important: Candidates should verify their exact subject combination and qualification from the official notification before applying because eligibility differs from post to post.

Age Limit

The age limit is calculated as on 01 January 2026.

The notification states that candidates should have completed 21 years and should not have completed 35 years as on 01 January 2026. Specific relaxations are provided under applicable Chhattisgarh government rules. Notification

Chhattisgarh Domicile Requirement

One of the important conditions of this recruitment is that the applicant must be a native/permanent resident of Chhattisgarh. A valid domicile certificate issued by the competent authority is required. Notification

Candidates belonging to reserved categories should also ensure that the required caste certificate is available in the prescribed format. The notification states that reservation benefits cannot be claimed without the required valid certificate. Notification

Selection Process

The selection process will primarily be based on a Computer Based Test (CBT).

Selection Stages

1. Online Application
2. Computer Based Test
3. Preparation of Selection List
4. Document/Eligibility Verification
5. Appointment as per applicable rules

The recruitment examination will be conducted as a Computer Based Test. The notification indicates that the examination is expected to be conducted in different shifts/dates between 31 October and 05 November 2026, and candidates are advised to regularly check the official portal for the latest examination schedule. Notification

The notification further states that the validity of the selection list will be six months from the date of publication of the selection list. A waiting list may also be prepared for each cadre, with the prescribed limit in relation to vacancies. Notification

Important Examination Details

Candidates should regularly visit the official portal because the department has specifically advised applicants to check the website for updated information regarding examination dates. Notification

How to Apply Online

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official School Education Department portal.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Step 1: Visit the official recruitment portal.

Step 2: Open the recruitment section related to Contract Recruitment CBT 2026.

Step 3: Read the complete notification carefully before beginning the application.

Step 4: Select the post and subject for which you are eligible.

Step 5: Enter your personal details, educational qualifications, domicile information and other required information.

Step 6: Upload the required documents/certificates in the prescribed format.

Step 7: Carefully check all information entered in the application form.

Step 8: Submit the application before the deadline.

Step 9: Save or print the submitted application form and acknowledgement for future reference.

The notification clearly states that applications must be submitted online through the prescribed portal and applications received through registered post/postal methods will not be accepted. Notification

Important Dates

The official notification provides 01 October 2026 to 21 October 2026 up to 12:00 midnight as the application period. Notification

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents/details ready while applying, subject to the requirements displayed in the online application:

• Educational qualification certificates
• Marksheets
• B.Ed./D.Ed./D.El.Ed. certificate, wherever applicable
• TET certificate, wherever applicable
• Chhattisgarh domicile certificate
• Caste certificate, if applicable
• Disability certificate, if applicable
• Valid identity proof
• Recent photograph
• Signature
• Other certificates required for the selected post

Candidates should use certificates in the prescribed format and ensure that their documents support the information entered in the application.

Important Links

Note: The official notification provided for this article directs candidates to the School Education Department portal at eduportal.cg.nic.in for online application and recruitment updates. Notification

The Chhattisgarh School Education Department Recruitment 2026 is an important opportunity for eligible candidates seeking contractual teaching and school-related positions under Swami Atmanand Excellent English Medium Schools. With 1,812 vacancies, the recruitment covers a wide range of positions, including Lecturer, Teacher, Assistant Teacher, Head Teacher, Physical Education Teacher, Librarian, Computer Teacher and Laboratory Assistant.

Candidates should not wait until the last date to apply. Before submitting the application, applicants must carefully check their post-wise educational qualification, TET requirement, English-medium requirement, age limit, domicile requirement and applicable reservation conditions.

The application process is completely online and is scheduled from 01 October 2026 to 21 October 2026 up to 12:00 midnight. The selection examination will be conducted through CBT, with the notification indicating an expected examination window from 31 October to 05 November 2026. Notification

Since some post-wise qualifications are different, candidates should read the complete official notification before choosing a post. The official recruitment portal should also be checked regularly for examination dates, admit card information and other updates.

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