CG Teacher & Assistant Teacher Exams Rescheduled: Dec 6 for Assistant Teachers, Dec 20 for Teachers; Application Window Opens Oct 15
Following landmark orders from the High Court of Chhattisgarh (WPS No. 6783/2026), the Chhattisgarh Staff Selection Board (C.G.S.S.B. / CG Vyapam) has officially released revised examination schedules for both Assistant Teacher (LSAT26) and Teacher (LST26) cadres. The Assistant Teacher exam will take place on December 6, 2026 (morning shift), followed by the Teacher exam on December 20, 2026 across 16 district headquarters. A dedicated online application window opens from October 15 to 30, 2026 exclusively for newly eligible Divyang candidates across expanded disability categories.
Following landmark orders from the High Court of Chhattisgarh (WPS No. 6783/2026), the Chhattisgarh Staff Selection Board (C.G.S.S.B. / CG Vyapam) has officially released revised examination schedules for both Assistant Teacher (LSAT26) and Teacher (LST26) cadres. The Assistant Teacher exam will take place on December 6, 2026 (morning shift), followed by the Teacher exam on December 20, 2026 across 16 district headquarters. A dedicated online application window opens from October 15 to 30, 2026 exclusively for newly eligible Divyang candidates across expanded disability categories.
In compliance with the directives issued by the High Court of Chhattisgarh (Bilaspur) in WPS No. 6783 of 2026 (Order dated 09.10.2026), the Chhattisgarh Staff Selection Board (C.G.S.S.B.) / Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CG Vyapam) has released two comprehensive official press notifications announcing revised examination dates for both Assistant Teacher (सहायक शिक्षक - LSAT26) and Teacher (शिक्षक - LST26) recruitment posts.
Under the updated framework, the online application portal will be reopened exclusively for eligible persons with benchmark disabilities who were previously excluded. The written examinations will now be conducted in December 2026 across 16 designated district headquarters.
Recruitment Posts: Assistant Teacher (LSAT26) & Teacher (LST26) (E & T Cadres)Issuing Authority: Chhattisgarh Staff Selection Board (C.G.S.S.B.) & CG Vyapam, Nava RaipurOfficial Press Release Orders: No. 4139/2026 (Assistant Teacher) & No. 4145/2026 (Teacher), Dated 14.10.2026Judicial Precedent: High Court of Chhattisgarh Order in WPS No. 6783/2026 (Order Date: October 9, 2026)Online Application Window (Divyang Aspirants): October 15, 2026 to October 30, 2026 (Till 05:00 PM)Error Correction Window: October 31, 2026 to November 02, 2026 (Till 05:00 PM)
Revised Official Examination Schedule (संशोधित परीक्षा समय-सारणी)
Candidates appearing for these state-wide examinations should note the distinct dates and shifts for both examinations:
| Cadre / Examination | Exam Code | Revised Exam Date | Timing / Shift | Examination Centers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Teacher (सहायक शिक्षक) | LSAT26 | Sunday, December 6, 2026 (06.12.2026) | Morning Shift (पूर्वाहन) | 16 District Headquarters |
| Teacher (शिक्षक - E & T Cadre) | LST26 | Sunday, December 20, 2026 (20.12.2026) | Afternoon Shift (अपरान्ह) | 16 District Headquarters |
Important Application Milestones for Divyang Aspirants
The application portal is reopened specifically to enable eligible candidates with benchmark disabilities under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016 to apply:
| Milestone / Activity | Official Date / Timing | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Online Application Portal Opens | October 15, 2026 (Thursday) | On vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in and cgssb.cgstate.gov.in |
| Online Application Portal Closes | October 30, 2026 (Friday) at 5:00 PM | Applications must be completed and submitted before the deadline |
| Error Correction Window (त्रुटि सुधार) | October 31 to November 02, 2026 (Till 5:00 PM) | For correcting demographic or category fields |
| Admit Card Release | 7 to 10 days prior to respective exam dates | Available via candidate login on the official portal |
Subject-Wise Eligible Disability Categories Added
Per the directives of the High Court and corresponding orders from the Directorate of Public Instruction (DPI), the following categories of disabilities are now officially eligible:
1. Assistant Teacher (LSAT26)
- B (Blind / दृष्टिबाधित): Visually impaired candidates.
- D (Deaf / मूक-बधिर): Hearing-impaired candidates.
- CP (Cerebral Palsy / सेरेब्रल पाल्सी): Locomotor disability affecting muscle coordination.
2. Teacher (LST26) — Subject-Wise Breakdown
- Language Group (Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Social Science):
- B (Blind / दृष्टिबाधित)
- CP (Cerebral Palsy / सेरेब्रल पाल्सी)
- Mathematics (गणित):
- BA (Both Arms / दोनों हाथ प्रभावित)
- ASD (Mild) (Autism Spectrum Disorder / माइल्ड ऑटिज्म)
- CP (Cerebral Palsy / सेरेब्रल पाल्सी)
- LC (Leprosy Cured / कुष्ठ रोग मुक्त)
- Agriculture (कृषि):
- CP (Cerebral Palsy / सेरेब्रल पाल्सी)
- LC (Leprosy Cured / कुष्ठ रोग मुक्त)
Critical Instructions: Do Existing Applicants Need to Re-Apply?
- No Re-Application for Registered Candidates: Candidates who had already successfully registered and submitted applications during the previous window do not need to submit fresh applications.
- Automatic Roll-Forward: All previously submitted forms, roll numbers, and admit card profiles remain 100% valid. Updated admit cards with the December 6 and December 20 dates will be issued automatically.
- New Registrations Exclusively for Divyang Candidates: Only newly eligible persons with benchmark disabilities under the identified categories need to apply between October 15 and October 30.
- Benchmark Disability Requirement: New applicants must hold a valid digital disability certificate with minimum 40% benchmark disability issued by a competent District Medical Board.
Official Verification & Reporting Desks
- Primary Administrative Body: Chhattisgarh Staff Selection Board (C.G.S.S.B.) / Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CG Vyapam), Vyapam Bhavan, North Block, Sector-19, Nava Raipur.
- Departmental Oversight: Directorate of Public Instruction (DPI), Indravati Bhavan, Nava Raipur, Chhattisgarh.
- Judicial Reference: High Court of Chhattisgarh, Bilaspur — Order in WPS No. 6783 of 2026, dated October 9, 2026.
- Official Web Portals: https://vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in | https://cgssb.cgstate.gov.in
- Reporting & Fact-Check: Mor Kawardha Education & Career Desk.
