Chhattisgarh Karamchari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB) State Eligibility Test (SET) 2026

Chhattisgarh Karamchari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB) SET 2026 :
The Chhattisgarh Karamchari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB), formerly known as CG Vyapam, has officially released the CGSSB SET 2026 Notification for the Chhattisgarh State Eligibility Test (SET) 2026. The examination is conducted under the Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Chhattisgarh, to determine the eligibility of candidates for the post of Assistant Professor in colleges and higher educational institutions across the state.

Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 23 July 2026 to 17 August 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) through the official CGSSB portal. The CGSSB SET 2026 Examination is tentatively scheduled to be held on 4 October 2026 in offline (OMR-based) mode. Candidates aspiring to pursue a teaching career in higher education should carefully review the eligibility criteria, application process, exam pattern, important dates, qualifying marks, admit card details, and exam guidelines before applying.

Chhattisgarh Karamchari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB) SET 2026 Highlights :
Conducting Authority: Chhattisgarh Karamchari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB), Raipur.
Former Name: Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CG Vyapam).
Examination Name: Chhattisgarh State Eligibility Test (SET) 2026.
Purpose of Examination: Eligibility for Assistant Professor Posts.
Notification Number: S.S.B./Pariksha F-20/2026/3150.
Application Mode: Online.
Exam Mode: Offline (OMR Based).
Question Type: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions).
Number of Papers: Two (Paper I & Paper II).
Official Website: https://cgssb.cgstate.gov.in

Chhattisgarh Karamchari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB) SET 2026 Important Dates :
Candidates should complete all application-related activities within the prescribed schedule.
Notification Release : July 2026.
Online Application Starts : 23 July 2026.
Last Date to Apply Online : 17 August 2026 (5:00 PM).
Application Correction Window : 18 August – 20 August 2026.
Admit Card Release (Expected) : 28 September 2026.
SET Examination Date : 4 October 2026.
Paper I Timing : 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
Paper II Timing :2:00 PM – 4:15 PM.
Applicants are advised to complete the registration process before the last date to avoid server congestion.

Chhattisgarh Karamchari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB) SET 2026 Eligibility Criteria :
The CGSSB SET 2026 is conducted to determine eligibility for the post of Assistant Professor.
Candidates must satisfy the eligibility conditions prescribed by the Directorate of Higher Education. Merely submitting the application or appearing in the examination does not guarantee eligibility or appointment.
Applicants should carefully verify that they fulfill all educational qualifications and other conditions before submitting the application.

One-Time Profile Registration :
CGSSB has made Profile Registration mandatory for all candidates.
Candidates must :
Complete one-time profile registration on the CGSSB portal.
Use the registered profile for future examinations.
Ensure all personal information is accurate.
Verify educational and personal details before final submission.
Once the profile is created, the information is automatically used while applying for various CGSSB examinations.

Photograph & Signature Upload Guidelines :
Candidates should upload scanned images according to the prescribed specifications.
Photograph :
Recent passport-size photograph.
Light-coloured background.
JPG/JPEG format.
File size: 50 KB – 100 KB.
Signature :
JPG/JPEG format.
File size: 50 KB – 100 KB.
File Naming Instructions :
Use only alphanumeric characters.
Do not use spaces.
Avoid multiple dots in file names.

Chhattisgarh Karamchari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB) SET 2026 Application Fee :
The examination fee varies according to category.
General : ₹350.
OBC : ₹250.
SC/ST/PwD : ₹200.
Fee Refund Benefit :
Candidates who are :
Local residents of Chhattisgarh, and
Actually appear in the examination,
will receive a refund of the application fee in the same bank account used during payment after the declaration of results, as per Government of Chhattisgarh rules.

How to Apply Online for :
Candidates should follow the steps below while applying.
Visit the official CGSSB website.
Complete One-Time Profile Registration.
Verify all personal and educational information.
Select CGSSB SET 2026 from the list of examinations.
Fill in the online application form.
Upload photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
Pay the application fee online.
Review all entered information carefully.
Click the SUBMIT button.
Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
Applications are considered valid only after clicking the SUBMIT button successfully.

Application Correction Facility :
CGSSB provides a correction window after the application deadline.
Correction Dates :
18 August 2026.
19 August 2026.
20 August 2026 (up to 5:00 PM).
Candidates can edit eligible fields through their registered profile.
No corrections will be entertained after the correction window closes.

Chhattisgarh Karamchari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB) SET 2026 Admit Card :
The admit card will be released approximately seven days before the examination.
Candidates can :
Login to their profile.
Download the admit card online.
Print the admit card.
No admit card will be sent by post.

Helpline Numbers :
0771-2972780.
8269801982.
(Working hours: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM).

Chhattisgarh Karamchari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB) SET 2026 Documents Required for Examination :
Candidates should carry the following documents to the examination centre.
Mandatory Documents :
Printed Admit Card.
Original Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Driving Licence / Voter ID.
Black or Blue Ballpoint Pen.
Without an original photo identity proof, entry to the examination centre will not be permitted.

Chhattisgarh Karamchari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB) SET 2026 Exam Pattern :
The examination consists of two objective papers.

Paper I :
Questions : 50.
Marks : 100.
Duration : 1 Hour 15 Minutes.
Paper I evaluates :
Teaching Aptitude.
Research Aptitude.
Logical Reasoning.
Reading Comprehension.
General Awareness.
Analytical Ability.

Paper II :
Questions : 100.
Marks : 200.
Duration : 2 Hours 15 Minutes.
Paper II is based entirely on the candidate's chosen subject.
Marking Scheme :
Each question carries 2 marks.
No negative marking.
Both papers consist entirely of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).

Chhattisgarh Karamchari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB) SET 2026 Exam Day Guidelines :
Candidates must strictly follow all examination instructions.
Reporting Time :
Reach the examination centre at least 2 hours before the examination.
Entry Closing Time :
Paper I: 9:30 AM.
Paper II: 1:30 PM.
Late entry will not be permitted.

Dress Code :
Candidates should wear :
Light-coloured clothing.
Half-sleeve dress/shirt.
Slippers.
The following are prohibited :
Shoes.
Dark-coloured clothing.
Caps.
Belts.
Scarves.
Electronic devices.
Watches.
Ear ornaments.
Mobile phones.
Smart devices.
Candidates wearing religious or cultural attire should report early for additional security verification.

Chhattisgarh Karamchari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB) SET 2026 Qualifying Criteria :
To qualify for Assistant Professor eligibility, candidates must satisfy the following conditions.
General Category :
Minimum 40% aggregate marks in both papers.
Reserved Categories :
(SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/Transgender).
Minimum 35% aggregate marks.
In addition, only the top 6% of candidates appearing in both papers will be declared qualified according to the reservation policy of the Government of Chhattisgarh.

Result and Evaluation Process :
The result will be published on the official CGSSB website.
Important points include :
Evaluation is completely OMR-based.
No rechecking or re-evaluation is allowed.
Candidates can download and print their result online.
The qualifying decision of CGSSB will be final.

Answer Key and Objection Process :
CGSSB allows candidates to challenge the provisional answer key.
Objection Fee :
₹50 per question.

Important Instructions :
Submit objections online only.
Upload valid documentary proof.
Guidebooks are not accepted as supporting evidence.
Separate objections must be submitted for each question.
Objections without supporting documents will be rejected.
Subject experts will examine all objections before releasing the final answer key.

Chhattisgarh Karamchari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB) SET 2026 Exam Centres :
The examination will be conducted in 10 district headquarters across Chhattisgarh.
Examination Cities :
Ambikapur.
Baikunthpur.
Bilaspur.
Dhamtari.
Durg.
Jagdalpur.
Kanker.
Raigarh.
Raipur.
Rajnandgaon.
Candidates should carefully select their preferred examination centre while filling out the application form.

Chhattisgarh Karamchari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB) SET 2026 Important Instructions :
Applicants should remember the following points :
Read the official notification carefully before applying.
Complete Profile Registration before submitting the application.
Verify all details before clicking the final SUBMIT button.
Keep a copy of the submitted application form.
Carry original photo identification on the examination day.
Reach the examination centre well before reporting time.
Follow the prescribed dress code and examination guidelines.
Regularly visit the official website for admit card, answer key, and result updates.

Why Apply for Chhattisgarh Karamchari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB) SET 2026 :
The CGSSB State Eligibility Test (SET) 2026 is one of the most important eligibility examinations for candidates aspiring to become Assistant Professors in colleges and universities across Chhattisgarh. Qualifying the SET significantly enhances career opportunities in higher education and is a mandatory eligibility criterion for Assistant Professor recruitment in the state. With a transparent examination process, no negative marking, fee refund for eligible Chhattisgarh residents, and statewide recognition, the CGSSB SET remains a valuable examination for postgraduate candidates planning a teaching career.