CGPSC State Service Free Mock Test 2026 — Chhattisgarh Exam Pattern, GK & Practice

CGPSC Exam Pattern 2026

Chhattisgarh GK — Key Topics

CG History & Tribal Culture

Ancient: Kalchuri dynasty (Ratanpur kingdom — CG's medieval capital), Sharabapuriya dynasty. Ramayana connection — Chhattisgarh is said to be the "forest of Ram" (Van Gaman Path), Chitrakote Falls (India's widest waterfall, "Niagara of India"), Dantewada temple. Tribal communities: Gond, Baiga, Halba, Muria, Dhurwa, Maria. Bastar Dussehra — 75-day-long festival, world's longest Dussehra, no idol of Ravana burning — unique tribal tradition.

CG Geography & Economy

Chhattisgarh = "Rice Bowl of Central India" — CG plains produce India's highest quality rice (Dubraj, Jeera varieties). Forest cover: 44% — highest among large states, Achanakmar-Amarkantak Biosphere Reserve. Minerals: iron ore (Dalli-Rajhara mines), coal (Korba — NTPC's largest plant), bauxite, tin ore, diamond (Panna now in MP, but Baster area too). Rivers: Mahanadi (originates in CG), Indravati (Bastar), Sheonath, Hasdeo.

Eligibility

• Education: Graduate from a recognised university
• Age: 21–40 (General); SC/ST/OBC: extended per CG government norms
• Domicile: Chhattisgarh domicile required

3-Month Preparation Strategy

Month 1 — CG GK Foundation

• Study CG History: Kalchuri, Ramayana connection, state formation (November 1, 2000)
• Cover CG tribal culture: Bastar Dussehra, Gond-Baiga-Maria tribes
• CG Geography: plains, forests, rivers, minerals

Month 2 — National GS & CSAT

• Indian History, Polity, Geography, Economy, Science
• CSAT practice: reasoning, comprehension (min 33% required)
• Solve CGPSC previous papers

Month 3 — Mock Tests & Final Revision

• 2–3 full mock tests per week
• Daily CG current affairs and government schemes
• Revise CG GK notes intensively

Frequently Asked Questions — CGPSC 2026

When was Chhattisgarh formed?

Chhattisgarh was formed on November 1, 2000 as the 26th state of India, carved out of Madhya Pradesh. Raipur is the state capital. The state was created to give better governance and development to the tribal-dominated Chhattisgarh region that had been underserved as part of the large MP state.

What is the Bastar Dussehra's significance?

Bastar Dussehra is the world's longest Dussehra festival — spanning 75 days. Unlike elsewhere in India, it does not involve burning Ravana's effigy. It centres on Danteshwari goddess (the presiding deity of Bastar) and involves elaborate tribal rituals, chariot processions, and tribal community celebrations. It represents CG's distinct tribal culture.

What is CGPSC age limit?

21–40 years for General category — among the most liberal age limits in India. SC/ST/OBC get additional relaxation per CG government norms. This gives CG aspirants significantly more preparation time than states with lower upper age limits.

Why is Chhattisgarh called "Rice Bowl of Central India"?

Chhattisgarh cultivates over 20,000 varieties of paddy (rice) and contributes significantly to India's central food grain pool. The Chhattisgarh plains (Chhattisgarh Maidan) have fertile alluvial soil and adequate rainfall. Indigenous varieties like Dubraj and Jeera rice are famous for their aromatic quality and command premium prices in markets.

What is CGPSC CSAT requirement?

CGPSC Prelims Paper II (CSAT) is qualifying — candidates must score minimum 33 out of 100 to be considered for Mains eligibility. CSAT tests comprehension, logical reasoning, analytical ability, and basic numeracy. Only GS Paper I marks count for Prelims merit ranking.