Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Body | Chhattisgarh Karamchari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB), Raipur |
| Exam Name | Chhattisgarh State Eligibility Test (SET) 2026 |
| Purpose | Eligibility for the post of Assistant Professor |
| Notification No. | S.S.B./Pariksha F-20/2026/ |
| No. of Posts | Eligibility Test (No fixed vacancies) |
| Salary | As per official notification (Eligibility Test) |
| Qualification | Any Masters Degree |
| Age Limit | As per official notification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Last Date | 17.08.2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Job Type | State Government Eligibility Test |
| Official Website | |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online application start date | 23.07.2026 (Thursday) |
| Online application last date | 17.08.2026 (Monday), till 5:00 PM |
| Correction window | 18.08.2026 to 20.08.2026, till 5:00 PM |
| Probable admit card release date | 28.09.2026 (Monday) |
| Probable exam date | 04.10.2026 (Sunday) |
| Paper I timing | 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM |
| Paper II timing | 2:00 PM to 4:15 PM |
Vacancy Details
The CG SET 2026 is an eligibility test conducted to determine candidates' suitability for the post of Assistant Professor in Chhattisgarh. It does not have a fixed number of vacancies for direct recruitment. The number of actual Assistant Professor posts will be announced by individual institutions or the Directorate of Higher Education at a later stage. Eligibility
| Criteria | Requirement |
| Educational Qualification | Any Masters Degree |
| Additional Requirements | Candidates must check the eligibility rules issued by the concerned department before applying. |
Age Limit
The official notification does not specify an age limit for appearing in the CG SET 2026. Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| General | As per official notification |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | As per official notification |
| SC / ST / PWD (Divyang) | As per official notification |
As per the rules of the Government of Chhattisgarh, local residents who actually appear in the exam will have their application fee refunded to the same bank account used for payment, after the exam result is declared. Selection Process
The selection process for CG SET 2026 involves a written examination consisting of two papers. | Stage | Process |
| Paper I | Objective (multiple-choice) questions, compulsory for all candidates. Assesses teaching aptitude, research aptitude, reasoning ability, comprehension, divergent thinking, and general awareness. |
| Paper II | Objective (multiple-choice) questions, based entirely on the subject chosen by the candidate, covering the complete syllabus of that subject. |
| Marking Scheme | Each question in both papers carries 2 marks. There is no negative marking. |
Salary
The CG SET 2026 is an eligibility test for the post of Assistant Professor, not a direct recruitment. Therefore, no salary details are provided in the notification for the SET examination itself. Salary for Assistant Professor posts will be as per the pay scale applicable at the time of actual recruitment by institutions. Documents Required
- Recent photograph with a light-coloured background (JPG/JPEG, 50 KB - 100 KB) for online profile registration.
- Scanned signature (JPG/JPEG, 50 KB - 100 KB) for online profile registration.
- Printout of the complete admit card (for exam day).
- Black or blue ballpoint pen (for exam day).
- Original photo ID proof (Voter ID Card, Driving Licence, PAN Card, or Aadhaar Card) (for exam day).
- Educational certificates (as required for eligibility verification at later stages of Assistant Professor recruitment).
- Category certificate (if applicable, for eligibility verification at later stages).
How to Apply
- Visit the official CGSSB website.
- Complete the one-time Profile Registration if you have not already done so, following the "Instructions to fill the FORM" guidance on the website.
- Carefully verify all details in your Profile Registration, as this information will be used for the online application and final result.
- Fill in the SET 2026 application form using your registered profile.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Click the "SUBMIT" button to finally submit your application.
- Download and take a printout of the successfully submitted application form and keep it safely for future reference.
- Candidates can correct any errors in their application within 3 days after the application closing date by making changes in their Profile Registration.
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for CG SET 2026?
Ans: The last date to apply online for CG SET 2026 is 17th August 2026, till 5:00 PM.
Q2. How to apply online for CGSSB SET 2026?
Ans: Candidates must visit the official CGSSB website, complete a one-time Profile Registration, fill out the SET 2026 application form, pay the fee online, and submit the application.
Q3. What is the eligibility criteria for CG SET 2026?
Ans: Candidates must possess Any Masters Degree. It is also advised to check specific eligibility rules issued by the concerned department.
Q4. Is there any application fee refund for CG SET 2026?
Ans: Yes, local residents of Chhattisgarh who actually appear in the exam will have their application fee refunded to the same bank account used for payment, after the exam result is declared.
Q5. What is the exam pattern for CG SET 2026?
Ans: The exam consists of two objective-type papers (Paper I and Paper II) with no negative marking. Paper I is general, and Paper II is subject-specific.
Q6. What is the purpose of CG SET 2026?
Ans: The CG SET 2026 is an eligibility test to qualify candidates for the post of Assistant Professor in Chhattisgarh. It is not a direct recruitment for a specific number of vacancies.