The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has released the official notification for the State Engineering Service (SES) Examination 2026. Under Advertisement No. 02/2026, applications are invited for the post of Assistant Engineer (AE) in Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical disciplines for various government departments including Public Works (PWD) and General Administration.
The online application process will begin on May 13, 2026, and will conclude on June 11, 2026. This is a prestigious opportunity for engineering graduates to secure a permanent Group ‘A’ Gazetted post in Chhattisgarh.
CGPSC State Engineering Service 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) |
| Exam Name | State Engineering Services (SES) 2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Engineer (Group ‘A’) |
| Total Vacancies | 46 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Level-12 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) |
| Apply Start Date | 13 May 2026 |
| Official Website | psc.cg.gov.in |
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Important Dates (Official Schedule)
Candidates must follow the timeline strictly for application and correction windows.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 08 May 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 13 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 June 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Correction (Free of Charge) | 12 June – 14 June 2026 |
| Correction (With ₹500 Fee) | 15 June – 17 June 2026 |
| Tentative Written Exam Date | 16 August 2026 |
Application Fees
Fees vary based on residency and category. Portal charges and GST will be extra.
| Category | Fee |
| General / EWS / Other State Candidates | ₹400/- |
| SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / PH (Chhattisgarh Resident) | ₹300/- |
| Payment Mode | Online (Credit/Debit/Net Banking) |
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Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- (Note: Candidates from outside Chhattisgarh usually have a max age limit of 30 or 35. Age relaxation for Chhattisgarh residents is as per state rules).
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Total Post | Qualification |
| State Engineering Service Exam 2026 | 46 | B.Tech Degree in Civil/ Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering |
Department-Wise Vacancies
| Department | Discipline | Gen | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
| Public Works (PWD) | Civil | 18 | 06 | 04 | 14 | 42 |
| Public Works (PWD) | Electrical/Mech | 01 | 00 | 01 | 01 | 03 |
| Gen. Admin. (Vigilance) | Civil | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
| Grand Total | 20 | 06 | 05 | 15 | 46 |
Selection Process
The CGPSC SES 2026 selection consists of a highly competitive two-stage process:
- Written Examination: Objective-type papers covering General Studies and Engineering subjects.
- Interview (Personality Test): Candidates who clear the written cutoff will be called for the interview.
- Medical Examination: Final fitness assessment.
- Document Verification: Scrutiny of academic and category credentials.
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Salary Details (Pay Level-12)
Selected Assistant Engineers are placed in Pay Matrix Level-12.
- Pay Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500.
- Allowances: Includes DA, HRA, and other gazetted officer perks as per the Chhattisgarh Government rules.
How to Apply for CGPSC AE Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official CGPSC website: psc.cg.gov.in.
- Click on the “Online Application” section on the homepage.
- Find the link for “State Engineering Service Exam – 2026”.
- Registration: Complete the OTR (One-Time Registration) if not already done.
- Form Filling: Enter your academic details (Engineering Degree) and personal information.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned photo, signature, and other required certificates.
- Fee Payment: Pay the application fee online through the integrated portal.
- Final Print: Submit the application and download the confirmation page.
Important Related Links
| Title | Dates | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Online Form | 13/05/2026 | Apply Online |
| Details Notification | 08/05/2026 | Download |
| Official Website | 08/05/2026 | Visit Here |
FAQs – CGPSC AE Civil Vacancy 2026
Ans: Generally, candidates must have completed their degree before the application closing date. Please check the detailed notification for specific “appearing candidate” clauses.
Ans: Yes, CGPSC objective exams typically follow a negative marking scheme (usually 1/3rd mark deduction for every wrong answer).
Ans: Yes, candidates from other states are eligible to apply under the General/Unreserved category by paying the ₹400 fee.
Ans: The exam consists of Paper-I (General Studies, CG GK, Intelligence Test) and Paper-II (Engineering Discipline – Civil). You can download the detailed syllabus from the CGPSC website.
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