CGPSC State Engineering Service 2026: Apply Online for 46 Assistant Engineer Posts

The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has officially commenced the online registration for the State Engineering Service Examination 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 46 vacancies for the post of Assistant Engineer (AE) in departments such as the Public Works Department (PWD) and the General Administration Department (GAD).

These positions are Class-II Gazetted roles, offering a prestigious career path with high administrative responsibilities and an excellent salary structure.

CGPSC SES 2026: Official Schedule

Candidates should adhere strictly to the following timeline. The commission has also provided a dedicated window for application corrections.

Event	Official Date
Notification Release Date	May 8, 2026
Online Application Start Date	May 13, 2026 (12:00 PM)
Last Date to Apply Online	June 11, 2026 (11:59 PM)
Free Correction Window	June 12 – June 14, 2026
Paid Correction Window (₹500 Fee)	June 15 – June 17, 2026
Tentative Exam Date	August 16, 2026

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1. Vacancy Details (Discipline-Wise)

The vacancies are distributed across Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical branches.

Post Name	Department	Vacancies
Assistant Engineer (Civil)	Public Works Department (PWD)	42
Assistant Engineer (Elect./Mech.)	Public Works Department (PWD)	03
Assistant Engineer (Civil)	General Administration (Vigilance)	01
Total Vacancies		46

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2. Eligibility Criteria (As of Jan 1, 2026)

A. Educational Qualification

• Degree: A Bachelor’s Degree (B.E. / B.Tech) in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering from a recognized University or Institute.
• Equivalent: AMIE Part ‘A’ and Part ‘B’ certificates are recognized as equivalent to a degree for these AE posts.

B. Age Limit

• Non-CG Residents: 21 to 30 Years.
• CG State Residents (General): 21 to 40 Years.
• SC/ST/OBC (CG Residents): 5-year relaxation (Up to 45 Years).
• Note: The upper age limit for Chhattisgarh state residents has been extended to 40 years as per the latest government guidelines active until 31.12.2028.

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3. Salary & Pay Scale

The Assistant Engineer post falls under the Pay Matrix Level 12.

• Pay Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500.
• Initial Basic Pay: ₹56,100 per month.
• Additional Benefits: In addition to basic pay, officers are eligible for DA, HRA, Medical Allowance, and other perks as per Chhattisgarh Civil Service rules.

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4. Selection Process & Exam Pattern

The selection is based on a two-stage process: Written Examination and Interview.

Stage I: Written Examination (Objective Type)

The written exam consists of two papers, both multiple-choice based.

Paper	Subject	Questions	Marks	Duration
Paper 1	General Studies, Chhattisgarh GK & Aptitude	150	300	2.5 Hours
Paper 2	Concerned Engineering Branch (Civil/Mech/Elect)	150	300	2.5 Hours

• Negative Marking: There is typically no negative marking mentioned for the SES technical papers, though candidates should verify this on their admit cards.
• Qualifying Marks: 40% for General and 30% for SC/ST/OBC candidates in each paper.

Stage II: Personal Interview

• Candidates who qualify for the written exam are called for the interview.
• Interview Marks: 75 Marks.
• Final Merit: Total out of 675 Marks (Written 600 + Interview 75).

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5. How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step

1. Visit Official Website: Go to psc.cg.gov.in.
2. Apply Online: Click on the “Online Application” tab on the homepage.
3. Select Exam: Choose “State Engineering Service Exam-2026.”
4. Registration: Register with your name, mobile number, and email. You will receive an OTP for verification.
5. Form Filling: Log in and enter your personal details, educational qualifications, and branch selection.
6. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photo and signature as per specified dimensions.
7. Application Fee:
   • Candidates outside Chhattisgarh: ₹400.
   • Candidates residing in Chhattisgarh: Exempted from the main fee (Portal charges may apply).
8. Submit: Save and download a copy of the final submitted application.

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6. Important Links for aapkajobalert Readers

Resource	Direct Link
Official Notification (PDF)	Download CGPSC SES 2026 PDF
Online Application Link	Apply Here
Official Website	psc.cg.gov.in