Chhattisgarh State Engineering Service Exam 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for Assistant Engineer Posts

The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission has officially released the State Engineering Service Examination 2026 Notification for the recruitment of Assistant Engineer (AE) posts in various departments of the Chhattisgarh Government. This is an excellent opportunity for engineering graduates who are looking for a stable and prestigious government job in the engineering sector.

Eligible candidates can apply online from 13 May 2026 to 11 June 2026 through the official website of CGPSC. The recruitment process will include a written examination followed by an interview. Candidates holding engineering degrees in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering can apply for these posts.

The State Engineering Service Examination is conducted to recruit qualified engineering professionals into various state government departments. The selected candidates will receive an attractive salary under Pay Matrix Level-12 along with additional allowances and benefits as per state government rules.

CGPSC State Engineering Service 2026 Overview

CGPSC State Engineering Service 2026 Vacancy Details

The recruitment notification has announced a total of 46 vacancies for Assistant Engineer posts in different departments.

Vacancy Distribution Table

Category Wise Vacancy Details

Women reservation and PwD reservation are applicable as per Chhattisgarh Government rules.

Important Dates

Candidates should remember all important dates related to the recruitment process.

Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for the Assistant Engineer posts must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from a recognized university or institution.

Required Engineering Disciplines

• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering

The degree must be obtained from:

• A recognized university established by Central or State Government
• An institution recognized by UGC
• Equivalent qualification approved by the government

For some posts, AMIE qualification is also considered equivalent as per government rules.

Age Limit

The age of candidates will be calculated as on 01 January 2026.

Age Relaxation

Additional age relaxation is applicable for:

• SC/ST/OBC candidates
• Women candidates
• Ex-servicemen
• Government employees
• PwD candidates
• Contract employees

Maximum age relaxation will be provided as per Chhattisgarh Government rules.

Salary Details

Selected candidates will receive salary under Pay Matrix Level-12.

Apart from the basic pay, candidates will also receive:

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• Medical Benefits
• Pension Benefits
• Other Government Allowances

Application Fee

The examination fee will be refunded to Chhattisgarh local candidates who appear in the examination/interview.

Selection Process

The selection process for CGPSC State Engineering Service Examination 2026 consists of the following stages:

1. Written Examination

The written exam will contain two papers:

• Total Questions: 150 in each paper
• Exam Type: Objective Type
• No Negative Marking
• Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes each paper

2. Interview

Candidates qualifying the written examination will be called for an interview.

The final merit list will be prepared based on:

• Written Examination Marks
• Interview Marks

Exam Pattern

Paper I – General Studies

The paper includes:

• General Knowledge
• Chhattisgarh GK
• Current Affairs
• Mental Ability
• General Science
• Indian Constitution
• History & Geography

Paper II – Engineering Subject

Candidates must choose one engineering stream:

• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering

The syllabus will be based on graduation-level engineering subjects.

Exam Centers

The examination may be conducted at the following centers:

• Ambikapur
• Bilaspur
• Raipur
• Durg-Bhilai
• Jagdalpur

The commission may increase or decrease exam centers depending on the number of applications received.

How to Apply for CGPSC State Engineering Service 2026

Eligible candidates can follow the steps below to apply online:

1. Visit the official CGPSC website.
2. Open the State Engineering Service Examination 2026 notification.
3. Read the complete notification carefully.
4. Click on the online application link.
5. Register using valid details.
6. Fill the application form carefully.
7. Upload required documents.
8. Pay the application fee online.
9. Submit the form.
10. Take a printout of the application form for future reference.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying:

• Passport size photograph
• Signature
• Aadhaar Card
• Engineering Degree Certificate
• Mark Sheets
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile Certificate
• PwD Certificate (if applicable)
• Valid Mobile Number
• Email ID

Correction Facility

CGPSC has provided two correction windows:

During paid correction, candidates need to pay ₹500 for corrections in:

• Gender
• Date of Birth
• Category
• Domicile
• Ex-serviceman details
• PwD details

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Applications will be accepted only through online mode.
• Manual or offline applications will not be accepted.
• Candidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions before applying.
• Admit card release date will be announced later.
• Candidates must regularly visit the official website for updates.
• Providing false information may lead to cancellation of candidature.
• Candidates should preserve their application number and payment receipt carefully.

Why You Should Apply for CGPSC Assistant Engineer Jobs?

The CGPSC Assistant Engineer recruitment offers:

• High salary package
• Government job security
• Engineering career growth
• Pension and retirement benefits
• Work-life balance
• Respectable administrative position

For engineering graduates preparing for government exams, this is one of the best opportunities in 2026.

Important Links

The CGPSC State Engineering Service Examination 2026 is a golden opportunity for Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering graduates who want to secure a prestigious government engineering job in Chhattisgarh. With 46 Assistant Engineer vacancies, attractive salary packages, and excellent career growth opportunities, candidates should not miss this recruitment.

Interested and eligible candidates are advised to complete their online applications before the last date of 11 June 2026. Candidates should also start preparing seriously for the written examination scheduled for 16 August 2026.

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