CG Police SI Syllabus 2026: Prelims & Mains Exam Pattern Detailed Guide
Chhattisgarh Police — Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission
📅 Important Dates
| Exam Date | 01 Jan 2026 |
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📋 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Sub-Inspector, Subedar, Platoon Commander |
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| Total Vacancies | 308 |
| Qualification | Any Graduate |
| Selection Process | Physical Standard Test (PST), Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Document Verification |
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CG Police SI Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026
The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has released the detailed syllabus and exam pattern for the recruitment of Sub-Inspector (SI), Subedar, and Platoon Commander positions. Aspirants looking to join the Chhattisgarh Police must understand the comprehensive selection criteria and subject-wise weightage to build a winning strategy. With 308 vacancies announced, the competition is expected to be high, making a thorough understanding of the 2026 syllabus mandatory.
CG Police SI Selection Process 2026
The selection for the CG Police Sub-Inspector cadre involves a multi-stage process designed to test both physical fitness and intellectual capability. The stages include:
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Preliminary Written Examination (Screening Test)
- Main Written Examination (Detailed Subjective/Objective)
- Document Verification
CG Police SI Preliminary Exam Pattern 2026
The Preliminary exam serves as a screening test. Candidates must clear this stage to qualify for the Mains. The exam duration is 2 hours (120 minutes) for a total of 300 marks.
| Section | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 35 | 105 |
| Chhattisgarh GK | 25 | 75 |
| General Mental Ability | 10 | 30 |
| General Mathematics | 10 | 30 |
| General Hindi | 10 | 30 |
| Computer Knowledge | 5 | 15 |
| General English | 5 | 15 |
| Total | 100 | 300 |
Detailed Preliminary Syllabus
General Studies & Chhattisgarh GK
- Indian History: Freedom movement, ancient, and modern history.
- Geography: Physical, social, and economic geography of India and Chhattisgarh.
- Polity: Indian Constitution and administrative structure.
- Economy: Indian and Chhattisgarh economic development, forestry, and agriculture.
- Chhattisgarh Special: Tribes, local festivals (Teej), art, culture, and information regarding the Naxal problem.
General Aptitude & Skills
- Mental Ability: Reasoning, analogies, series, coding-decoding, and hidden figures.
- Mathematics: Profit & Loss, Average, Percentage, Time & Distance, and Ratio.
- Computer Knowledge: Basic IT and computer application (equivalent to 12th standard level).
CG Police SI Mains Exam Pattern 2026
The Mains examination is more rigorous and covers specific subjects in depth. The subjects vary based on the specific post applied for.
| Subject | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hindi & English Language | 200 (125 Hindi / 75 English) | 2 Hours |
| General Studies | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Aptitude Test | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Science (Physics, Chemistry, Maths) | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Computer Knowledge (Specialist) | 200 | 2 Hours |
Preparation Tips for Aspirants
- Focus on State GK: A significant portion of the paper is dedicated to Chhattisgarh-specific history and culture.
- Master Language Skills: For the Mains, Hindi and English carry substantial weightage.
- Previous Year Papers: Solve mock tests and previous papers to improve speed and accuracy.
- Stay Updated: Regularly follow current affairs related to Chhattisgarh and national events.
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