CG Vyapam Recruitment 2026 – For 153 Store Keeper and More Posts
Posted By: Amrit
Chhattisgarh Karmachari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB), also referred to as CG Vyapam, has launched the online application process for 153 posts in Chhattisgarh Nagar Sena, Fire & Emergency Services and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Chhattisgarh. The CG Vyapam Recruitment 2026 is related to the posts of Store Keeper, Vahan Chalak, Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator, Mechanic and Watch Room Operator. Qualified candidates in the previous Physical efficiency test can now register for the NSSK26 written test. The application window will stay open until September 7, 2026 at 5:00pm. The written examination is tentatively planned for 22nd November, 2026 at Raipur. This is the right opportunity for the candidates who want to apply for CGSSB Recruitment 2026. Applicants are advised to go through the details of eligibility, age criteria, fees and selection procedure before applying. Selection is done on the basis of a written test and post-specific test.
About the Fire and Emergency Services Directorate
Chhattisgarh Karmachari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB) is the state recruitment organization which conduct various competitive examination for government organization in the state of Chhattisgarh. Formerly it was called CG Vyapam or Chhattisgarh Vyavsayik Pariksha Mandal. This recruitment’s organization is organizing the NSSK26 written test for candidates who have passed the physical efficiency test of the previous recruitment. There are also a number of State Other Government Jobs in India provided in various departments and services. Focus of this recruitment is operational, driving, mechanical, store and watch-room.
Vacancy Distribution for CG Vyapam Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
| Vahan Chalak (Driver) | 14 |
| Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator | 86 |
| Store Keeper | 32 |
| Mechanic | 2 |
| Watch Room Operator | 19 |
| Total Vacancies | 153 |
Academic and Professional Prerequisites
| Requirement | Details |
| Vahan Chalak |
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| Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator |
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| Store Keeper |
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| Mechanic |
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| Watch Room Operator |
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| Domicile |
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| Physical Standards |
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| Medical Fitness |
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Key Dates for CG Vyapam Recruitment 2026
- Application Start Date: August 11, 2026
- Application Last Date: September 7, 2026
- Last Submission Time: 5:00 PM
- Admit Card Date: November 16, 2026
- Tentative Exam Date: November 22, 2026
- Exam Time: 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM
Basic Age Norms (as on January 1, 2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
- Maximum Relaxed Age: 45 years
Applicable Age Relaxations
- General: 5 years
- Local Women: 10 years
- Widowed/Divorced/Abandoned Women: Up to 35 years
- Government Employees: Up to 38 years
- Award Recipients: 5 years
Pay Structure for Selected Candidates
- Vahan Chalak: Pay Matrix Level 4
- Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator: Pay Matrix Level 4
- Store Keeper: Pay Matrix Level 4
- Mechanic: Pay Matrix Level 4
- Watch Room Operator: Pay Matrix Level 4
- Probation Period: 3 years
Fee Requirements for CG Vyapam Recruitment 2026
- General: Rs. 350/-
- OBC: Rs. 250/-
- SC/ST/PwD: Rs. 200/-
- Payment Mode: Online
Multi-Stage Selection and Assessment Process
- Eligibility verification and screening requires candidates to fill out the online registration and upload all required documents.
- The Physical Efficiency Test is a full test of physical fitness that includes all the required physical activities such as running, jumping and throwing.
- PET of 300 marks is imposed on Station Officer while a 100 mark test is imposed on Driver Fireman and other Technical posts.
- The question paper is a written test consisting of 100 objective questions, which have to be answered in two hours and do not have any negative marking.
- The candidates are then medically examined in detail to ensure that they are physically and mentally fit for the challenging work of emergency tasks after getting short listed.
- Final Merit list is framed on the basis of combined results of PET and written test + (if any) applicable Bonus mark.
- The successful candidates are appointed to different locations in the district of the State of Chhattisgarh for Government Jobs in Chhattisgarh.
Physical Measurement and Fitness Benchmarks
| Requirement | Details |
| Minimum Height for Male Candidates | 168 cm |
| Minimum Height for Female Candidates | 153 cm |
| Male Chest Measurement – Unexpanded | 81 cm |
| Male Chest Measurement – Expanded | 86 cm |
| ST Male Chest Measurement – Unexpanded | 76 cm |
| ST Male Chest Measurement – Expanded | 81 cm |
| Minimum Chest Expansion | 5 cm |
| Visual Standards | 6/9 in one eye and 6/12 in the other without glasses |
| Female Candidate Exemption | Exempt from chest measurement requirements |
Written Test Format and Marking Scheme
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | NSSK26 Written Examination |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Question Type | Objective Type |
| Subjects | General Knowledge & Logical/Analytical Reasoning |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours |
| Negative Marking | No |
| General Qualifying Marks | 40 Marks |
| SC/ST/OBC Qualifying Marks | 30 Marks |
| Exam Date | November 22, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Exam Centre | Raipur, Chhattisgarh |
Recommended Study Resources and Reference Materials
| Subject | Recommended Books |
| General Knowledge | Lucent’s General Knowledge |
| Chhattisgarh GK | Chhattisgarh General Knowledge by Arihant |
| Reasoning | A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning |
| General Awareness | Manorama Yearbook |
| Practice | Objective General Knowledge and Practice Sets |
| Mock Tests | NSSK26/CGSSB Previous Papers and Mock Tests |
Why Solving Previous Papers is Essential
- Exam Familiarity: Past papers are available to enable candidates to have an understanding of the question style and the structure of the examination.
- Topic Identification: They draw attention to topics and ideas that are often covered on exams.
- Time Management: With regular practice the time taken to solve the problem will be reduced.
- Accuracy Improvement: Learners are able to recognise their mistakes and correct their approach to answering the paper.
- Practice Confidence: Solving papers regularly gives confidence prior to actual paper.
- Revision Support: CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026 candidates can use previous papers for focused final revision.
Steps to Apply for CG Vyapam Recruitment 2026
- go through the official website cghgcd.gov.in or cgssb.cgstate.gov.in.
- Go to “Online Application” and click on the advertisement, “Written Recruitment Examination for the posts of Store Keeper, Driver, Driver, Driver cum Operator, Mechanic and Watchroom Operator (NSSK26)“.
- Please read the instructions and eligibility criteria carefully before you apply
- Fill in the initial registration, with a valid email address and cellphone number.
- Fill in the application form with accurate personal educational and category details
- Upload a recent passport size photo that is in jpg or jpeg and has a light background between 50KB and 100KB.
- Scan and upload your signature (jpg or jpeg) with a size between 50KB and 100KB.
- Apply the application fee using secure online payment option provided.
- Before you send the information, make sure you double-check that it is correct.
- Fill and submit the application form. Download the confirmation page of CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026.
- Save a hardcopy of the application and fee receipt for record keeping
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Career Opportunities After Selection
- Government Services: Co-ordinating with the Chhattisgarh Government Services of Nagar Sena, Fire & Emergency Services and SDRF.
- Structured Government Employment: Get structured and guaranteed job with government with fixed pay and working conditions.
- Work Experience: Work on the job in driving, stores, mechanics, operations or watchroom.
- Skill Development: develop technical, operational and administrative skills.
- Departmental Exposure: Experience emergency/disaster-response services.
- Service Rules: Apply in accordance to career stability.
- Career Development: The qualified candidates can have the opportunity of career development in this department.
- Public Service: It is an excellent opportunity to serve during emergencies and in public safety through CG Recruitment 2026.
Instructions Every Applicant Should Follow
- Eligibility Check: If you passed the Physical efficiency Test, apply here.
- Profile Registration: Register your CGSSB profile (if needed).
- Photograph: Send a recent picture and support (a light-weight background picture, JPG/JPEG format).
- Signature: Place a scanned signature in the specified format.
- Application Details: Fill in all personal and educational information properly.
- Fees: Pay on-line the relevant fee and retain a copy of the receipt.
- Download Admit Card: Click the download link mentioned on candidate profile to download the Admit Card.
- Exam Centre: Take the Admit Card and Original Photo ID and any paperwork required.
- Dress Code: Light coloured clothes and slippers are allowed.
- Restricted Items: No electronic devices, watches, bags, belts or caps.
- Reporting: Make it to the centre at least two hours before the exam.
- Answer Key: Objections can be submitted online on payment of Rs. 50/- per question.
- CGSSB Application Copy: Don’t forget to take a copy of the application form for your future reference.
FAQs
The process of applying will continue until 5:00 PM on September 7, 2026. Online applications for CGSSB Recruitment 2026 have to be submitted at the official website.
Those candidates who have qualified for the previous physical efficiency test only will be eligible for the written test. The method of selection for CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026 will be through an online application process.
One can apply for a total of 153 vacancies in this recruitment process and those vacancies are the vacancies of Store Keeper, Vahan Chalak, Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator, Mechanic and Watch Room Operator.
Those candidates who have passed physical fitness test are eligible for NSSK26 Written Test. Application forms can be filled in online mode for CGSSB Recruitment 2026.
Essential Links
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | www.vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in |
| Apply Online | www.vyapamprofile.cgstate.gov.in |
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