Short Detail:
Directorate of Public Instruction, Chhattisgarh has issued a brief notification for Teacher Direct Recruitment 2026 for total 1,654 posts. Candidates who want to apply for Hindi, Sanskrit, English, Mathematics, Social Science, and Agriculture Teacher posts under the E-Cadre and T-Cadre will be able to submit their online application through the Chhattisgarh Vyapam website between 07/08/2026 to 02/09/2026, if they meet all the required eligibility criteria. For complete details such as eligibility, age limit, selection process, salary, and application steps, candidates must read the full notification carefully.
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Directorate of Public Instruction, Chhattisgarh (CG Vyapam)
DPI Chhattisgarh Teacher Direct Recruitment 2026
Advt No.: ESTB-101/207/2025/131
Important Dates
- Brief Notification Date: 28/07/2026
- Application Start Date: 07/08/2026
- Last Date To Apply: 02/09/2026 (Up to 05:00 PM)
- Last Date Of Fee Payment: 02/09/2026
- Form Correction Date: 03 to 05 Sept 2026 (Up to 05:00 PM)
- Tentative Written Exam Date: 25/10/2026
- Admit Card Date: 19/10/2026 (Tentative)
Application Fees
- Application Fee: ₹0/-
- No application fees for any candidates
Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/01/2026
- Min Age: 21 Years
- Max Age: 35 Years
- Age relaxation extra is applicable as per “Chhattisgarh Teacher Direct Recruitment 2026” rules — see the Age Relaxation table below.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 5 Years |
| Female (Chhattisgarh Residents) | 10 Years |
| PwD (Divyangjan) | As per Chhattisgarh General Administration Department instructions |
| Govt. Employees (Regular/Contractual) | Maximum age limit 38 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Age relaxed by deducting previous service period; resultant age not to exceed the upper limit by more than 3 years |
| Inter-caste Marriage / State Award Winners (e.g. Shaheed Rajiv Pandey, Gundadhur awards) | 5 Years |
| Overall Maximum Age (after all relaxations) | 45 Years |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 1,654
| Category | E-Cadre | T-Cadre | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 442 | 232 | 674 |
| SC | 121 | 58 | 179 |
| ST | 176 | 379 | 555 |
| OBC | 129 | 117 | 246 |
| Grand Total | 868 | 786 | 1,654 |
Eligibility Details
- Graduation + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (by whatever name known), OR
- Graduation with at least 50% marks + 1-year B.Ed., OR
- Graduation with at least 45% marks + 1-year B.Ed. as per NCTE norms, OR
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed. / B.A.Ed. / B.Sc.Ed., OR
- Graduation with at least 50% marks + 1-year B.Ed. (Special Education)
- Must have passed the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) conducted by the appropriate Government (except for Agriculture posts)
Subject-wise, candidates must also meet the following mandatory graduation subject requirement:
| Subject | Mandatory Graduation Subject Requirement |
|---|---|
| Hindi | Hindi Literature at Graduation level |
| Sanskrit | Sanskrit Literature or B.A. (Classics) |
| English | English Literature at Graduation level |
| Mathematics | Mathematics with any two from Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Computer Science, Statistics, Military Science, or Geology |
| Social Science | One subject from History, Geography, Commerce, Economics, or Political Science |
| Agriculture | Graduation in Agriculture (TET not required for this subject) |
- Candidates must be local residents of Chhattisgarh.
Post & Category Wise Vacancy Distribution
Teacher E-Cadre (E-Samvarg) Vacancies
| Division | Subject | UR | SC | ST | OBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surguja | Hindi | 4 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 15 |
| Bilaspur | Hindi | 9 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 20 |
| Raipur | Hindi | 18 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 34 |
| Durg | Hindi | 23 | 5 | 7 | 5 | 40 |
| Surguja | Sanskrit | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| Bilaspur | Sanskrit | 22 | 9 | 12 | 7 | 50 |
| Raipur | Sanskrit | 22 | 6 | 7 | 5 | 40 |
| Durg | Sanskrit | 31 | 7 | 9 | 8 | 55 |
| Surguja | English | 5 | 1 | 11 | 3 | 20 |
| Bilaspur | English | 44 | 17 | 25 | 14 | 100 |
| Raipur | English | 55 | 14 | 17 | 14 | 100 |
| Durg | English | 57 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 99 |
| Bilaspur | Mathematics | 22 | 9 | 12 | 7 | 50 |
| Raipur | Mathematics | 19 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 35 |
| Durg | Mathematics | 28 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 50 |
| Durg | Social Science | 57 | 12 | 17 | 14 | 100 |
| Bilaspur | Social Science | 22 | 9 | 12 | 7 | 50 |
| Durg | Agriculture | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Total (E) | 442 | 121 | 176 | 129 | 868 |
Teacher T-Cadre (T-Samvarg) Vacancies
| Division | Subject | UR | SC | ST | OBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surguja | Hindi | 9 | 2 | 19 | 5 | 35 |
| Bilaspur | Hindi | 13 | 5 | 8 | 4 | 30 |
| Raipur | Hindi | 9 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 16 |
| Durg | Hindi | 6 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
| Bastar | Hindi | 8 | 2 | 33 | 7 | 50 |
| Surguja | Sanskrit | 16 | 3 | 33 | 8 | 60 |
| Bilaspur | Sanskrit | 7 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 15 |
| Durg | Sanskrit | 6 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
| Bastar | Sanskrit | 10 | 2 | 44 | 9 | 65 |
| Surguja | English | 13 | 2 | 28 | 7 | 50 |
| Bilaspur | English | 15 | 6 | 9 | 5 | 35 |
| Raipur | English | 11 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 20 |
| Durg | English | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| Bastar | English | 11 | 2 | 47 | 10 | 70 |
| Bilaspur | Mathematics | 13 | 5 | 8 | 4 | 30 |
| Raipur | Mathematics | 11 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 20 |
| Durg | Mathematics | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| Bastar | Mathematics | 9 | 2 | 37 | 7 | 55 |
| Surguja | Social Science | 21 | 4 | 44 | 11 | 80 |
| Bilaspur | Social Science | 9 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 20 |
| Surguja | Agriculture | 10 | 1 | 23 | 6 | 40 |
| Durg | Agriculture | 6 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
| Bastar | Agriculture | 7 | 2 | 30 | 6 | 45 |
| Total (T) | 232 | 58 | 379 | 117 | 786 |
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Chhattisgarh Teacher Direct Recruitment 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Written Examination
- Selection is strictly based on the merit list prepared from the written recruitment examination conducted by Chhattisgarh Vyapam.
Selection List & Waiting List
- The selection list (Chayan Suchi) remains valid for 6 months from the date of issuance.
- A waiting list of 25% of the advertised posts per category will be prepared, valid for 9 months.
Probation Period
- Newly appointed teachers will be on probation for 3 years.
Disqualification
- Candidates found using unfair means during the exam, providing false information, or not meeting the age/educational criteria will be disqualified at any stage.
CG Vyapam Chhattisgarh Teacher Direct Recruitment 2026: Important Questions
What is the last date to apply for Chhattisgarh Teacher Direct Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Chhattisgarh Teacher Direct Recruitment 2026 can be submitted from 07/08/2026 to 02/09/2026, up to 5:00 PM. The last date for fee payment is also 02/09/2026, and candidates can correct their submitted form from 3 to 5 September 2026.
When is the written exam for Chhattisgarh Teacher Direct Recruitment 2026?
The tentative written exam date for Chhattisgarh Teacher Direct Recruitment 2026 is 25/10/2026, conducted by Chhattisgarh Vyapam. Admit cards are expected around 19/10/2026 (tentative), with the final schedule confirmed through the official admit card.
How many total vacancies are there in Chhattisgarh Teacher Direct Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1,654 vacancies have been announced for Teacher Direct Recruitment 2026, comprising 868 posts under the E-Cadre and 786 posts under the T-Cadre, spread across Hindi, Sanskrit, English, Mathematics, Social Science, and Agriculture subjects.
What is the age limit for Chhattisgarh Teacher Direct Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be at least 21 years and not more than 35 years old as on 01/01/2026. Relaxation of 5 years applies for SC/ST/OBC, 10 years for female Chhattisgarh residents, and up to 38 years for government employees, though age cannot exceed 45 years after all relaxations.
Is there any application fee for Chhattisgarh Teacher Direct Recruitment 2026?
There is no application fee for this recruitment. Candidates from all categories, including UR, SC, ST, and OBC, can submit their online application completely free of cost.
What are the educational qualifications required for Chhattisgarh Teacher Direct Recruitment 2026?
Candidates need a graduation degree along with a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education, or a 1-year B.Ed. (with 45-50% marks depending on the pathway), or a 4-year B.El.Ed./B.A.Ed./B.Sc.Ed. after Higher Secondary. A valid TET pass is also required, except for Agriculture posts.
Is the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) mandatory for this recruitment?
Yes, candidates must have passed the TET conducted by the appropriate Government for all subjects except Agriculture, where TET is not required.
What is the selection process for Chhattisgarh Teacher Direct Recruitment 2026?
Selection is based purely on merit from the written exam conducted by Chhattisgarh Vyapam. The selection list stays valid for 6 months, a waiting list of 25% of posts per category remains valid for 9 months, and selected teachers serve a 3-year probation period.