CG Vyapam Recruitment 2026 | 295 Vacancies

The Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CG Vyapam) has released an official notification for the NSF26 recruitment drive to fill 295 critical safety services posts in the state. This recruitment is a golden opportunity for the local youngsters to join the Home Guard, Fire and Emergency Services and the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF). The state government is boosting its disaster management and emergency response infrastructure across all districts by opening up posts from Firemen to Station Officers. This selection stage is meant only for candidates who have qualified in the departmental Physical Efficiency Test (PET). The eligible candidates can apply online through the official website of Vyapam from May 8, 2026 to June 5, 2026. Local residents of Chhattisgarh need not pay the examination fee if they complete the obligatory Aadhaar-based registration on the Vyapam profile. The written examination will be held on July 19, 2026, at Raipur, giving candidates a definite time frame to prepare for the objective-type examination. This 100 marks exam will decide the final merit for numerous posts like Firemen, Drivers, storekeepers, etc.

- Domicile: Must be a permanent resident (Mool Niwasi) of Chhattisgarh. - Age Limit: 18 to 33 years (This includes a 5-year general relaxation; effective upper age is 33 for General category). - Education: Fireman / Driver / Store Keeper: 10+2 (Higher Secondary). - Station Officer: B.Sc. or B.E. in Fire Engineering or equivalent. - Mechanic: 10+2 plus ITI in Diesel Mechanic. - Physical Standards: Minimum height of 168 cm for males and 153 cm for females. Chest (males) must be 81 cm (unexpanded) with 5 cm expansion. Note: Only candidates who have already qualified for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) conducted by the department are eligible to apply for this written exam.

In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates are eligible for several state government allowances: - Dearness Allowance (DA): Currently approximately 46% to 50% of the basic pay (revised periodically). - House Rent Allowance (HRA): Varies by city (higher in Raipur/Bilaspur, lower in rural areas). - Medical Allowance: Fixed monthly amount for health expenses. - Other Benefits: Includes travel allowances, uniform allowances (where applicable), and coverage under the National Pension System (NPS).

The exam will be objective in nature, conducted offline via OMR sheets. - Total Marks: 100 - Total Questions: 100 (Multiple Choice Questions) - Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes (10:00 AM to 12:15 PM) - Marking Scheme: +1 mark for every correct answer. - Negative Marking: Generally, CG Vyapam does not apply negative marking for these specific departmental exams, but you should verify the instructions on your question booklet. - Level of Questions: Based on 10th and 12th standard (Higher Secondary) difficulty levels.

The syllabus is broadly divided into four key areas to evaluate a candidate’s overall suitability for emergency services: 1. General Knowledge & Current Affairs Chhattisgarh GK: History, geography, culture, administrative structure, and major festivals/tribes of Chhattisgarh. Indian History & Geography: Major events of the Indian Freedom Struggle and physical geography of India. Constitution: Basic features of the Indian Constitution and the role of the state government. Current Events: National and international news, sports, awards, and government schemes. 2. Mental Ability (Reasoning) Analogies, similarities, and differences. Spatial visualization and orientation. Coding-decoding and number series. Arithmetical reasoning and figure classification. 3. Basic Mathematics Number System, Percentages, and Averages. Profit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest. Time and Work, Time and Distance. Basic Algebra and Mensuration (Area/Volume). 4. General Hindi & English Hindi: व्याकरण (Grammar), पर्यायवाची (Synonyms), विलोम (Antonyms), मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ (Idioms), तत्सम-तद्भव. English: Basic grammar (Tenses, Voice, Narration), Sentence correction, Synonyms, and Antonyms. 5. Firefighting & Emergency Basics (Subject Specific) For technical posts like Fireman and Station Officer, basic questions regarding fire safety protocols, types of extinguishers, and emergency response procedures are often included in the General Knowledge section.

The job profiles for the CG Vyapam NSF26 recruitment are focused on emergency response, public safety, and technical support within the Fire Services and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF). Since these roles are part of the Disciplined Services, the work involves 24/7 readiness, shift duties, and high physical activity. 1. Station Officer (Sub-Inspector) Role: The commanding officer of a fire station. Responsibilities: - Leading firefighting and rescue operations at the scene of an emergency. - Managing administrative duties, staff training, and fire station maintenance. - Conducting fire safety inspections and identifying violations of safety norms. - Submitting detailed reports on fire incidents and investigating causes. 2. Fireman Role: Frontline emergency responder. Responsibilities: - Rescuing victims from fires, natural disasters (floods, earthquakes), and accidents. - Operating heavy firefighting equipment such as high-pressure hoses, ladders, and chemical extinguishers. - Providing basic first aid and emergency medical care before paramedics arrive. - Performing routine maintenance on equipment and participating in daily drills. 3. Vehicle Driver-cum-Operator Role: Expert driver and equipment handler. Responsibilities: - Safely driving heavy fire tenders and emergency vehicles to incident sites. - Operating the vehicle’s specialized pumping machinery and hydraulic systems. - Ensuring the vehicle is always in top mechanical condition and ready for immediate deployment. 4. Watchroom Operator & Wireless Operator Role: Communication hub for emergency services. Responsibilities: - Receiving emergency calls and dispatching units to the correct location. - Maintaining constant radio communication between the fire station and the field teams. - Managing logs, monitoring weather alerts, and coordinating with other departments like the Police or SDRF. 5. Store Keeper & Mechanic Store Keeper: Manages the inventory of expensive rescue gear, spare parts, and uniforms. Responsible for tracking stock levels and coordinating procurement. Mechanic: Conducts on-site and workshop repairs for the department's fleet of heavy vehicles and specialized rescue machinery.