CGPSC Defers Subedar, SI & Platoon Commander Mains Exam Scheduled for Nov 2–4; 7,300+ Candidates Await Revised Schedule
The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has officially deferred the written main examinations for the recruitment of 341 Subedar, Sub-Inspector (SI) Cadre, and Platoon Commander posts (Advt No. 02/2024/Exam), which were scheduled for November 2, 3, and 4, 2026. Citing unavoidable administrative reasons, the commission notified that revised testing dates will be released separately on its official portal (`psc.cg.gov.in`), directly impacting over 7,300 prelims-qualified candidates across the state, including hundreds of uniform aspirants from Kawardha and Kabirdham district.
The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has officially deferred the written main examinations for the recruitment of 341 Subedar, Sub-Inspector (SI) Cadre, and Platoon Commander posts (Advt No. 02/2024/Exam), which were scheduled for November 2, 3, and 4, 2026. Citing unavoidable administrative reasons, the commission notified that revised testing dates will be released separately on its official portal (`psc.cg.gov.in`), directly impacting over 7,300 prelims-qualified candidates across the state, including hundreds of uniform aspirants from Kawardha and Kabirdham district.
In an important notification for police uniform aspirants across Chhattisgarh, the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has officially postponed the Subedar, Sub-Inspector (SI) Cadre, and Platoon Commander (Main) Examination (सूबेदार/उपनिरीक्षक संवर्ग/प्लाटून कमांडर मुख्य परीक्षा).
The 3-day written mains examination, which was scheduled to be conducted across divisional headquarters on November 2, 3, and 4, 2026, has been deferred due to unavoidable administrative reasons (अपरिहार्य कारण). The commission issued the formal notice on October 13, 2026, confirming that fresh examination dates will be published separately on its official portal.
Recruitment Drive: CGPSC Subedar / Sub-Inspector Cadre / Platoon Commander SelectionOfficial Advertisement: No. 02/2024/Exam (Dated 21/10/2024)Department: Home (Police) Department, Government of ChhattisgarhTotal Vacancies: 341 Posts (Sub-Inspector: 278, Subedar: 19, Platoon Commander: 14, Special Branch & Tech: 30)Postponed Examination Dates: November 2, 3, and 4, 2026 (02, 03 एवं 04 नवंबर 2026)Candidates Eligible for Mains: 7,301 Prelims-qualified candidates statewideCurrent Status: Postponed (स्थगित); Fresh timetable to be notified separatelyOfficial Portal: psc.cg.gov.inPrimary Authority: Examination Controller, Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission, Raipur
Vacancy Distribution Under Advertisement 02/2024
The ongoing recruitment process seeks to fill 341 critical operational posts in the state police force:
| Police Cadre / Specialization | Advertised Posts | Functional Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Sub-Inspector (उप निरीक्षक - नागरिक पुलिस) | 278 Posts | General Policing, Law & Order, Police Station In-charge |
| Subedar (सूबेदार) | 19 Posts | Police Lines Reserve, Ceremonial & Motor Transport Management |
| Platoon Commander (प्लाटून कमांडर) | 14 Posts | Chhattisgarh Armed Force (CAF / छसबल) Battalions |
| Sub-Inspector (Special Branch / विशेष शाखा) | 11 Posts | State Intelligence & VIP Security Operations |
| Sub-Inspector (Cyber Crime & Computers) | 11 Posts | Cyber Police Stations & Digital Forensics |
| Sub-Inspector (Fingerprint & Questioned Docs) | 8 Posts | State Forensic Science Laboratory (SFSL) Support |
| Total Positions | 341 Posts | Home (Police) Department |
Journey of the Selection Cycle
The recruitment cycle has progressed through multiple competitive tiers:
- Preliminary Examination: Conducted on July 12, 2026* across examination centers in all 33 revenue districts of Chhattisgarh.
- Shortlisted Cohort: A total of 7,301 candidates* successfully cleared the statewide preliminary cutoff to qualify for the descriptive written mains stage.
- Mains Examination Format*: The mains syllabus comprises comprehensive descriptive papers covering Language Proficiency (Hindi & English), General Studies, and Aptitude Test, along with technical papers for specialized cyber and fingerprint wings.
- The Postponement Circular*: On October 13, 2026, the commission formally declared that the November 2–4 schedule stands deferred, asking candidates to await the updated testing itinerary.
Impact on Kawardha & Kabirdham Uniform Aspirants
In Kawardha, Pandariya, Bodla, and Sahaspur Lohara, hundreds of candidates who cleared the rigorous preliminary test and physical fitness trials had entered the final month of intensive answer-writing practice:
- Logistics & Transit: Candidates had already begun making travel and accommodation arrangements for examination centers in Durg-Bhilai and Raipur, which are now held in abeyance.
- Extended Preparation Window: While the sudden schedule break disrupts immediate revision momentum, mentoring desks and local defense academies across Kawardha advise candidates to utilize the additional time to reinforce core Indian Polity, Chhattisgarh General Studies, and legal essay components.
- Advisory on Rumors: Aspirants are strictly cautioned against circulating unverified exam schedules on social messaging groups. The commission has reiterated that all official updates will appear exclusively on
psc.cg.gov.in.
Official Verification & Reporting Desks
- Primary Authority: Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC), Shankar Nagar Road, Bhagat Singh Square, Raipur.
- Administrative Nodal: Police Headquarters (PHQ), Chhattisgarh, Sector-19, Nava Raipur.
- Official Notification: CGPSC Examination Controller Press Release (Dated 13/10/2026).
- Reporting & Synthesis: Mor Kawardha Education & Public Career Desk.
