The Chhattisgarh Karmachari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB), formerly known as CG Vyapam, has opened online registration for the NSSK26 Written Recruitment Examination for 153 posts of Store Keeper, Vahan Chalak (Driver), Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator, Mechanic and Watch Room Operator under the Nagar Sena, Fire and Emergency Services and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Chhattisgarh, vide Exam Instruction No. SSB/Pariksha F-20/2026/3433 dated 11 August 2026. This is the second stage of a two-stage recruitment that began with the original Advertisement No. 712-713/Stha-3/Bharti/2025 dated 12 June 2025 for 295 posts. Only candidates who have already qualified in the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) conducted by the Chhattisgarh Fire and Emergency Services and SDRF department in Stage 1 are eligible to register for this written exam. Fresh candidates who did not apply in 2025 or did not qualify in the PET cannot apply. Online registration is open from 11 August 2026 to 7 September 2026, 5:00 pm on vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in. The written exam is tentatively scheduled for 22 November 2026 with admit cards from 16 November 2026.
Important Note: Three things every eligible candidate must act on before 7 September 2026. First, this registration window is exclusively for candidates who appeared in and qualified the PET stage in 2025 – if you did not apply through cghgcd.gov.in between July and August 2025 or were not found eligible after the PET, this window is not for you, and registering without PET clearance will result in rejection at document verification. Second, the exam fee for Chhattisgarh local-resident candidates who appear in the written examination will be refunded to the bank account used for payment after the result is declared, as per the Chhattisgarh General Administration Department circular dated 21 April 2025 – this applies only to candidates who actually appear in the exam, not those who register and are absent. Third, the dress code for the exam day is strict and unusual – dark-coloured clothing (black, dark blue, dark green, purple, maroon, dark chocolate) is not permitted; only light-coloured half-sleeved clothes and slippers are allowed; ear jewellery is prohibited; and the main gate closes 30 minutes before the start time (i.e., at 9:30 am for a 10:00 am exam), so reach the centre by 8:00 am for identity verification and frisking. Verify all details from the official notification on vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in before registering.
CG Vyapam NSSK26 Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Chhattisgarh Karmachari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB), formerly CG Vyapam |
| Recruiting Department | Nagar Sena, Fire and Emergency Services and SDRF, Chhattisgarh |
| Exam Code | NSSK26 |
| Exam Instruction No. | SSB/Pariksha F-20/2026/3433 dated 11 August 2026 |
| Original Advertisement No. | 712-713/Stha-3/Bharti/2025 dated 12 June 2025 (295 total posts) |
| Posts in NSSK26 Written Exam | Store Keeper, Vahan Chalak (Driver), Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator, Mechanic, Watch Room Operator |
| Vacancies in these 5 posts | 153 |
| Posts NOT in this exam | Station Officer (21), Fireman (117), Wireless Operator Contract (4) – handled separately |
| Who Can Apply | Only candidates who qualified in the PET conducted by the department in Stage 1 (2025) |
| Application Mode | Online only, through vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in |
| Chhattisgarh Domicile | Mandatory |
| Exam Fee | Rs. 350 (General), Rs. 250 (OBC), Rs. 200 (SC, ST, PwD) |
| Fee Refund | Exam fee refunded to CG local-resident candidates who appear in the exam, after result declaration |
| Application Start Date | 11 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 7 September 2026, 5:00 pm |
| Admit Card Date | 16 November 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 22 November 2026 (tentative), 10:00 am to 12:15 pm |
| Exam Centre | Raipur (District Code 25) |
| Pay Level | Level 4 for all 5 posts |
| Official Website | vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Original Advertisement (Stage 1, 295 posts) | 12 June 2025 |
| Stage 1 Application Window (department portal) | 1 July 2025 to 31 July 2025 |
| Stage 1 Correction Window | Up to 10 August 2025 |
| Stage 1 Physical Efficiency Test | Conducted by department; qualified candidates forwarded to CGSSB |
| Stage 2 NSSK26 Registration Opens | 11 August 2026 |
| Stage 2 Last Date to Apply | 7 September 2026, 5:00 pm |
| Admit Card Release | 16 November 2026 |
| Written Exam (tentative) | 22 November 2026, 10:00 am to 12:15 pm |
Vacancy Details
| S. No. | Post | UR | SC | ST | OBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator | 36 | 10 | 28 | 12 | 86 |
| 2 | Store Keeper | 13 | 4 | 10 | 5 | 32 |
| 3 | Watch Room Operator | 8 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 19 |
| 4 | Vahan Chalak (Driver) | 6 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 14 |
| 5 | Mechanic | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 64 | 18 | 49 | 22 | 153 |
Watch Room Operator vacancies are filled only from trained Nagar Sainiks with a minimum of 3 years of service.
Eligibility Criteria
| Particulars | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Domicile | Chhattisgarh local resident – mandatory for all posts |
| Stage 1 Clearance | Must have applied through the department portal in 2025 and qualified in the Physical Efficiency Test |
| Age Reckoning Date | 1 January 2025 |
Post-wise Educational and Other Qualifications
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Vahan Chalak (Driver) | Class 12 (10+2) or old Higher Secondary pass from a recognised Board, plus valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) driving licence |
| Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator | Class 12 (10+2) or old Higher Secondary pass, plus valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) driving licence |
| Store Keeper | Class 12 (10+2) or old Higher Secondary pass from a recognised Board |
| Mechanic | Class 12 (10+2) or old Higher Secondary pass, plus Diploma in Diesel Mechanic trade from an ITI or recognised institute |
| Watch Room Operator | Class 12 (10+2) or old Higher Secondary pass, and must be a trained Nagar Sainik |
Physical Standards (from original notification)
| Criteria | Men | ST Men | Women |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Height | 168 cm | 168 cm | 153 cm |
| Chest (unexpanded) | 81 cm | 76 cm | Not applicable |
| Chest (expanded) | 86 cm | 81 cm | Not applicable |
| Minimum Expansion | 5 cm | 5 cm | Not applicable |
Women candidates are exempt from the chest measurement standard. All candidates must meet the medical and vision standards specified in the original notification.
Age Limit (as on 1 January 2025)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General (Minimum) | 18 years |
| General (Maximum) | 28 years |
| All candidates – General relaxation (GAD order dated 18.01.2024) | Plus 5 years (i.e., 33 years effective upper limit) |
| SC, ST, OBC (non-creamy layer) | Further relaxation as per CG state rules |
| Chhattisgarh local-resident women | 10 years relaxation in upper age limit |
| Widowed, divorced or abandoned women | Upper limit relaxed to 35 years |
| Serving CG Government employees | Upper limit relaxed to 38 years (subject to conditions) |
| Ex-servicemen and retrenched government servants | Age relaxation equal to service rendered, subject to 3 years beyond upper limit |
| Award recipients (Shaheed Rajiv Pandey Samman, Gundadhur Samman, Maharaja Praveerchand Bhanjdev Samman, National Youth Award) | 5 years relaxation |
| Maximum age in all cases (combining all relaxations) | 45 years |
Application Fee
| Category | NSSK26 Written Exam Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs. 350 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | Rs. 250 |
| SC, ST and PwD (Divyang) | Rs. 200 |
Payment is online only. Per the Chhattisgarh GAD circular dated 21 April 2025, the examination fee paid by Chhattisgarh local-resident candidates who appear in the written exam will be refunded to the same bank account after the result is declared. Candidates who register but do not appear are not entitled to a refund.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details | Marks | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Physical Efficiency Test (completed) | 100m Race, Long Jump, Shot Put, Pull-ups or Beam-bar – 25 marks each | 100 | 50 (General), 40 (SC, ST, OBC) |
| 2. Written Exam (NSSK26) | 100 objective questions, General Knowledge and Logical or Analytical Reasoning, 2 hours, no negative marking | 100 | 40 (General), 30 (SC, ST, OBC) |
| 3. Trade Test (Driver and Driver-cum-Operator only) | Additional post-specific trade test | 100 | 50 (General), 40 (SC, ST, OBC) |
| 4. Bonus Marks | Up to 5 marks each for HMV licence (not applicable for Driver posts), national-level sports award and NCC C Certificate – maximum 10 bonus marks even with more qualifications | 10 | Not applicable |
| 5. Final Merit List | PET marks + Written Exam marks + Bonus marks, category-wise, per reservation rules | – | – |
No negative marking in the written exam. Objections to the provisional answer key may be submitted online at Rs. 50 per question with supporting proof. The expert committee’s decision on the final answer key is final and binding. No re-checking or re-evaluation of OMR sheets is permitted.
How to Apply for NSSK26 Written Exam 2026
- Visit the official CGSSB portal – Click Here
- If not already registered on the CGSSB profile system, complete New Profile Registration by uploading a recent photograph (JPG or JPEG, 50 to 100 KB, light-coloured background) and a scanned signature (JPG or JPEG, 50 to 100 KB).
- Log in to the profile and open the NSSK26 written exam application link.
- Fill in all required application details accurately and submit the online form.
- Pay the applicable examination fee online as per your category.
- Download and retain a printout of the successfully submitted application for future reference.
- Download the admit card from 16 November 2026 from your profile on the CGSSB website. The admit card is not sent by post.
Applications are accepted online only. No offline or postal applications are accepted.
Important Instructions
- This exam is for PET-qualified candidates only. Candidates who did not apply through the department portal in 2025 or did not qualify in the PET cannot register for NSSK26.
- Certificates (caste, date of birth, local residence, educational qualification) are not uploaded with the online application – they will be verified by the appointing authority after selection. The candidate is solely responsible for the accuracy of all information submitted.
- A valid email ID is mandatory for every applicant.
- The admit card is available approximately 7 days before the exam on the CGSSB website. Download it from your profile – it is not sent by post.
- Reach the exam centre at least 2 hours before the exam for identity verification and frisking. The main gate closes 30 minutes before the start time (9:30 am for a 10:00 am exam).
- Carry the admit card, a black or blue ballpoint pen, and an original photo ID (Voter ID, Driving Licence, PAN Card or Aadhaar Card).
- Dress code: Only light-coloured, half-sleeved clothing. Dark colours (black, dark blue, dark green, purple, maroon, dark chocolate) are not allowed. Only slippers as footwear. No ear jewellery.
- Prohibited items: communication devices, electronic gadgets, watches, purses, pouches, scarves, belts, caps. These are strictly not allowed inside the exam hall.
- Candidates cannot leave the exam hall during the first and last 30 minutes of the exam.
- The exam fee is refunded to Chhattisgarh local-resident candidates who appear in the exam, after result declaration.
- For application help, contact 0771-2972780 (10:00 am to 5:30 pm on working days) or mobile helpline 8269801982 (10:00 am to 5:30 pm including holidays).
- All updates are published only on vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (CGSSB Profile Registration and Application) | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| CGSSB Official Website | Click Here |
NSSK26 Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is CGSSB NSSK26 Recruitment 2026?
✅ It is the NSSK26 Written Recruitment Examination for 153 posts of Store Keeper, Vahan Chalak (Driver), Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator, Mechanic and Watch Room Operator under Nagar Sena, Fire and Emergency Services and SDRF, Chhattisgarh, conducted by CGSSB (formerly CG Vyapam) as the second stage of the original Advertisement No. 712-713/Stha-3/Bharti/2025 dated 12 June 2025.
Q2. Can I apply if I did not appear in the 2025 Physical Efficiency Test?
✅ No. This written exam is exclusively for candidates who already qualified in the PET conducted by the Chhattisgarh Fire and Emergency Services and SDRF department in Stage 1 (2025). Fresh applicants who did not apply or did not clear the PET cannot register for NSSK26.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
✅ 7 September 2026, 5:00 pm through the official CGSSB portal at vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in.
Q4. How many vacancies are there and in which posts?
✅ 153 posts in total – 86 Vahan Chalak-cum-Operator, 32 Store Keeper, 19 Watch Room Operator, 14 Vahan Chalak (Driver) and 2 Mechanic. These are 153 out of 295 total posts in the original advertisement – Station Officer (21), Fireman (117) and Wireless Operator Contract (4) are handled separately and are not part of this written exam.
Q5. What is the application fee and will it be refunded?
✅ Rs. 350 for General, Rs. 250 for OBC and Rs. 200 for SC, ST and PwD candidates, paid online. Yes, the fee is refunded to Chhattisgarh local-resident candidates who actually appear in the written examination, to the same bank account used for payment, after the result is declared. Candidates who register but do not appear are not refunded.
Q6. What is the written exam pattern?
✅ 100 objective questions on General Knowledge and Logical or Analytical Reasoning, 2 hours duration, no negative marking. Qualifying marks are 40 for General and 30 for SC, ST and OBC candidates. The exam is held in Raipur only.
Q7. What is the complete selection process?
✅ Physical Efficiency Test (100 marks, already completed in 2025), then Written Exam (100 marks), then Trade Test for Driver and Driver-cum-Operator posts (100 marks), with Bonus Marks of up to 10 for HMV licence, national sports award and NCC C Certificate. Final merit is prepared on PET + Written + Bonus marks, category-wise.
Q8. When is the written exam and where?
✅ Tentatively on 22 November 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:15 pm. The only exam centre is Raipur (Shaskiya Nagarjun P.G. Science College, Raipur, District Code 25). Admit cards will be available from 16 November 2026 on the CGSSB website.
Q9. What is the salary for these posts?
✅ All five posts are at Pay Matrix Level 4 under the Chhattisgarh pay matrix. Exact in-hand salary figures are not specified in the notification. Selected candidates serve a probation period of three years.
Q10. Are there any special dress code rules for the exam?
✅ Yes. Only light-coloured, half-sleeved clothing is allowed. Dark colours including black, dark blue, dark green, purple, maroon and dark chocolate are not permitted. Only slippers are allowed as footwear. Ear jewellery is prohibited. Reach the centre at least 2 hours before the exam – the main gate closes 30 minutes before start time.
Disclaimer
The information above relates to the NSSK26 Written Recruitment Examination issued by the Chhattisgarh Karmachari Chayan Mandal (CGSSB), formerly CG Vyapam, vide Exam Instruction No. SSB/Pariksha F-20/2026/3433 dated 11 August 2026, for 153 posts under the Nagar Sena, Fire and Emergency Services and SDRF, Chhattisgarh. This is the second stage of the recruitment that originated from original Advertisement No. 712-713/Stha-3/Bharti/2025 dated 12 June 2025 for 295 posts. Only candidates who qualified in the Physical Efficiency Test conducted by the department in Stage 1 are eligible to apply for the NSSK26 written exam. The official notification on vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in is the sole authoritative source. The written exam date of 22 November 2026 is tentative. Fee refund to appearing Chhattisgarh local-resident candidates is as per GAD circular dated 21 April 2025. All updates will be published only on vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in. All links above lead only to official CGSSB portals.
