CGPSC 2021 - Notification, Application, Eligibility, Syllabus & Exam Pattern

CGPSC 2021 - CGPSC has postponed the CGPSC mains exam due to COVID-19. The CGPSC mains exam was scheduled to be conducted on June 18, 19, 20 and 21, 2021. The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) conducts the Chhattisgarh Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) to recruit candidates for various Group 'B' and 'C' posts in the state of Chhattisgarh. Candidates who meet the minimum eligibility criteria for CGPSC can fill the online application form. Those candidates who successfully submit their applications will be issued the CGPSC admit card. The CGPSC exam is one of the most competitive yet reputed recruitment exams. Check more details related to the CGPSC 2021 like syllabus, exam pattern, preparation tips and more information here.

CGPSC 2021 - Overview

CGPSC 2021 Dates

From the following table, candidates can check all the dates related to the CGPSC 2021 exam. Candidates can check the dates of CGPSC 2021 so that they don't miss on any major events.

CGPSC State Services Exam Dates 2021

CGPSC Vacancies 2021

The CGPSC exam (Chhattisgarh PCS) is conducted to recruit candidates in the following departments under the Chhattisgarh State Government..

• State Civil Service

• CG Subordinate Account Service Officer

• State Finance Service Officer

• Assistant Director

• State Police Service

• Assistant Superintendent (Land Records)

• Labor Officer

• Deputy Registrar, and

• Assistant Jail Superintendent

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CGPSC Eligibility criteria 2021

Candidates interested to fill the application form of CGPSC 2021 must meet the minimum eligibility criteria. The eligibility criteria consist of nationality, educational qualifications, age limit etc. From the following pointers, candidates check the eligibility conditions for the CGPSC exam.

• Graduate candidates from a recognized university can fill the application form.

• The minimum age limit of candidates must be 21 years and the maximum age must be 30 years. Upper age relaxation of 5 years will be given to permanent residents of Chhattisgarh.

CGPSC Selection Process 2021

The selection process of CGPSC 2021 consists of three stages - preliminary, mains and interview stage. All three stages are conducted in offline mode and candidates who qualify in the prelims exam are called for mains while those who qualify for the mains are called for a personal interview. The preliminary stage consists of questions asked in multiple type format, the mains consists of questions asked in descriptive mode.

CGPSC Application Form 2021

CGPSC releases the CGCCE application form in online mode on the official website. Candidates who meet the minimum eligibility criteria can fill the online application form. In order to fill the online application form, candidates must visit the official website and on the notifications section click on apply online and register by filling in basic details. Log in using the credentials received and proceed with the detailed application process while paying the online fees.

CGPSC Application Fees 2021

Along with the online application fees candidates will also have to pay a portal fee of Rs. 15.

CGPSC Admit card 2021

The admit card of CGPSC 2021 will be released on the official website. Candidates who successfully submit the application form of CGPSC will be issued the admit card. CGPSC will release separate admit cards for preliminary and mains exam. The admit card of CGPSC 2021 consists of the candidate's name, roll number, registration number, venue details, exam day instructions etc. Candidates will have to carry the admit card along with one valid photo ID proof like aadhar card, voter card, passport, driving license etc in original format.

CGPSC Exam centres 2021

The CGPSC exam centres are the venue where the exam will be conducted. The detailed address of the exam centre will be mentioned on the candidate's admit card. Candidates will have to report to the exam centre of CGPSC at least one hour before the reporting time, they

will also have to maintain discipline at the exam centre and must not carry any electronic items, gadgets, smartwatch, Bluetooth device to the exam centre.

CGPSC Exam Day Guidelines 2021

• Reach the exam centre at least one hour before the reporting time.

• Carry the CGPSC admit card to the exam centre along with one valid photo ID proof - aadhar card, voter ID, driving license, passport etc in original format.

• Don't carry any electronic device, gadget and accessories into the examination centre.

• Candidates appearing for the CGPSC exam must follow all the instructions set by the authorities

• Keep print out of the admit card along with passport size photos.

CGPSC Exam Pattern 2021

The CGPSC exam pattern is mentioned in the official notification. Candidates who are planning to appear in the CGPSC exam must go through it before starting their preparations. The exam pattern consists of the stages, time duration, marking scheme of the exam. As per the exam pattern, the preliminary phase of the CGPSC exam has negative marking. There are three stages in the CGPSC exam - preliminary, mains and personality test.

CGPSC Preliminary exam pattern

The CGPSC Stage 1 preliminary exam consists of 2 MCQ papers. Paper 1 consists of General Studies questions for 200 marks. Paper 2 consists of aptitude questions for 200 marks to be solved in 2 hours. Candidates must qualify in both papers in order to qualify in the preliminary exam.

CGPSC Mains exam pattern

CGPSC Exam Pattern for Personality Test

Candidates who qualify for the mains exam will be invited for a personality test. The interview consists of 150 marks.

CGPSC Syllabus 2021

The CGPSC syllabus consists of the subjects and sections on which the question papers will be based. The syllabus is mentioned in the official notification of CGPSC. There is the separate syllabus for the preliminary and mains exam.

CGPSC Prelims Syllabus

As per the CGPSC prelims paper, it has two parts. This paper has 2 parts, the part 1 consists of History, Geography, Polity, etc and current affairs, while part 2 consists of General Knowledge about the state of Chhattisgarh. The CGPSC Prelims Paper II is the Civil Service Aptitude Test based on Comprehension, Math, Logical resounding, Mental ability etc.

CGPSC Mains Syllabus 2021

CGPSC Question Papers 2021

Candidates preparing for the CGPSC exam must refer to the previous year question papers to get an idea of the questions asked in the exam. By solving the previous year question papers, candidates will get to know the papers pattern, difficulty level of the exam and the types of questions asked in the exam. The exam conducting authority doesn't release the official question papers, however, various coaching institutes release the unofficial question papers on the basis of candidate feedback who appeared in the exam.

CGPSC Answer Key 2021

CGPSC answer key 2021 will be released by Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission a few days after the prelims exam is conducted. The CGPSC written exam has two stages - prelims and mains, both are conducted in offline mode. CGPSC releases the answer key for the prelims exam as it is objective in nature. CGPSC will first release the provisional answer key so that candidates can raise objections in case of any discrepancy in the question paper. The final answer key will be released after taking the objections are addressed.

CGPSC Preparation Tips 2021

• Refer to the official exam pattern and syllabus.

• Make a time table and allot equal time to all the sections.

• Put at least 6-7 hours of daily time in studies.

• Solve previous year question papers.

• Read newspapers and magazines to stay up to date with current affairs.

• Make a habit of essay and long answer writing. This will help in the mains stage.

• Give test series and mock tests.

• Appear for mock interviews to get ready for the personality test round.

CGPSC Result 2021

The CGPSC result is released stage wise in online mode. Candidates who qualify in the prelims exam as per the result will be eligible to appear for the mains exam. The result is released in online mode PDF format and consists of the roll number of all the qualified candidates. Those candidates who qualify in the mains will be eligible for the personality test. The final result of CGPSC will be released on the basis of mains and interview.

CGPSC Cut off 2021

The cut off is the minimum qualifying marks that candidates need to score in order to qualify for the CGPSC exam. The cut off is prescribed by the exam conducting authority and is calculated on the basis of various factors such as the difficulty level of the exam, number of vacancies and the total number of applications filed.

CGPSC Exam Analysis 2021

CGPSC is one of the toughest and most competitive exams due to the difficulty level of the exam as well as the competition it attracts. The difficulty level of the CGPSC exam is just like any other state public service commission exam. The CGPSC exam consists of questions from History, Geography, Political Science, Current Affairs with special reference to the state of Chhattisgarh and its background.

CGPSC Salary 2021

Check the details about CGPSC Salary for all the Group A and Group B posts below.