CG Vyapam Teacher Recruitment 2026 (LST26) has been announced for candidates looking for government teaching jobs in Chhattisgarh.
The Directorate of Public Instruction (DPI), Chhattisgarh has released the recruitment notification for 1,654 Teacher (TGT) vacancies in Hindi, Sanskrit, English, Mathematics, Social Science and Agriculture subjects.
The online application process has started from 7 August 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online up to 2 September 2026 at 5:00 PM.
The selection will be based on the LST26 written examination conducted by CGSSB (formerly CG Vyapam).
Candidates can check this article for complete details of CG Vyapam Teacher Vacancy 2026, subject-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, exam pattern, syllabus, salary, selection process and online application procedure before applying.
The written examination is scheduled for 25 October 2026, so eligible candidates should complete their application within the prescribed dates and begin their preparation accordingly.
CG Vyapam Teacher Recruitment 2026 (LST26) – Overview |
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| Official Notification Out — 1654 Teacher Posts | Apply Online 7 August – 2 September 2026 | |
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| Particulars | Details |
| Recruiting Department | Directorate of Public Instruction, Chhattisgarh (Lok Shikshan Sanchalnalaya) |
| Exam Conducting Body | Chhattisgarh Karmachari Chayan Mandal — CGSSB (Formerly CG Vyapam) |
| Recruitment Name | Teacher Recruitment Written Exam — LST26 (E and T Cadre Government Schools) |
| Advertisement Number | ESTB-101/207/2025/131 dated 28.07.2026 |
| Post Name | Teacher (TGT) — Hindi, Sanskrit, English, Mathematics, Social Science, Agriculture |
| Total Vacancies | 1654 (Indicative — Subject to Change) |
| Notification Release Date | 28 July 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online Mode Only |
| Exam Code | LST26 |
| Job Location | Government Schools across Chhattisgarh (E & T Cadre) |
| Official Website | vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in |
CG Vyapam Teacher LST26 Official Notification 2026 |
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| Notification Name | Detailed Notification LST26 — CG Teacher (TGT) Recruitment 2026 |
| Notification Type | Direct Recruitment through Written Examination — Teacher Grade Posts under DPI Chhattisgarh |
| Major Highlights of LST26 2026 | Profile Registration system introduced (fill personal details once); Caste/DOB/Category certificates NOT collected at application stage; Error correction window given (3 days after last date); Local Chhattisgarh candidates get exam fee refunded; Selection subject to Supreme Court order in SLP(C) No. 019668/2022 |
Important Dates 2026
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Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026)
Age Relaxation |
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| Category | Age Relaxation |
| Chhattisgarh SC/ST/OBC | 5 Years |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwBD) | Additional relaxation as per government rules |
| CG Govt. Employees / Ex-Servicemen / Award Recipients (specified categories) | As per notification norms |
Education Qualification |
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Candidates must meet any one of the following, along with a qualified Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) as prescribed by NCTE:
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| Note: Caste, date of birth, domicile, educational qualification, disability, and ex-servicemen certificates are NOT collected at the application stage — they will be verified later by the recruiting authority. Candidates should read the departmental recruitment rules carefully before applying, as merely filling the application or appearing for the exam does not make a candidate eligible. | |
Application Fee |
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| General / Unreserved | ₹350/- |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | ₹250/- |
| SC / ST / PWD (Divyang) | ₹200/- |
| Fee Payment Window | 7 August 2026 to 2 September 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Note: Local resident candidates of Chhattisgarh who appear for the exam get their application fee refunded by CGSSB to the same bank account used for payment, as per applicable government orders. | |
CG Vyapam Teacher Vacancy 2026 — Subject-Wise Details |
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| Subject | Vacancies |
| Hindi | 250 |
| Sanskrit | 300 |
| English | 504 |
| Mathematics | 250 |
| Social Science | 250 |
| Agriculture | 100 |
| Total | 1654 (Indicative) |
| Note: The recruiting authority for all posts is the concerned Divisional Joint Director. The number of vacant posts is variable and may change, and selection against these posts is subject to the final order to be passed by the Supreme Court of India in SLP(C) No. 019668/2022. | |
Selection Process 2026
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CG Teacher LST26 Salary & Pay Scale 2026 |
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| Component | Details |
| Pay Matrix Level | Level-8 (as applicable to CG Government School Teachers) |
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹35,400/- (Grade Pay 4200, as per CG 7th Pay Matrix) |
| Additional Allowances | Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Travel Allowance (TA), and other benefits as per CG Government rules |
| Note: The exact pay scale, grade pay, and posting-specific allowances will be as mentioned in the detailed advertisement issued by the Directorate of Public Instruction, Chhattisgarh. Figures above are based on the CG 7th Pay Commission matrix and may be revised. | |
CG Teacher LST26 Exam Pattern 2026 |
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| Component | Details |
| Total Questions | 100 Objective-Type (MCQ) Questions |
| Total Marks | 100 Marks (1 Mark per Question) |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours (10:00 AM to 12:15 PM) |
| Answer Mode | OMR Sheet — darken one circle fully using blue/black ballpoint pen only |
| Negative Marking | 1/4 Mark deducted for a wrong answer or for marking more than one option |
| Unattempted Questions | Zero Marks — no negative marking for skipped questions |
CG Teacher LST26 Syllabus 2026 — Subject-Wise Focus Areas |
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| Subject | Broad Focus Areas |
| Hindi | Hindi Grammar & Vyakaran, Sandhi-Samas, Alankar, Muhavare-Lokoktiyan, Comprehension, Teaching Pedagogy of Hindi |
| Sanskrit | Sanskrit Vyakaran, Sandhi, Samas, Shlok Vyakhya, Translation, Teaching Pedagogy of Sanskrit |
| English | English Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Tenses, Sentence Correction, Teaching Pedagogy of English |
| Mathematics | Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics, Teaching Pedagogy of Mathematics |
| Social Science | History, Geography, Political Science, Economics, Chhattisgarh-specific GK, Teaching Pedagogy of Social Science |
| Agriculture | Crop Science, Soil Science, Horticulture, Agricultural Extension, Farm Management, Teaching Pedagogy of Agriculture |
| Note: The above are broad, commonly-tested focus areas for CG teacher recruitment exams. Candidates must download and follow the official subject-wise syllabus PDF once released by CGSSB/DPI Chhattisgarh for the exact topic-wise weightage. | |
How to Apply Online for CG Teacher Recruitment 2026
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Documents Required for CG Teacher Application 2026
Note: These documents are NOT uploaded at the application stage itself — they must be produced in original along with self-attested photocopies at the time of document verification/joining, as per instructions from the recruiting department. |
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CG Teacher LST26 Exam Centres — 16 District Headquarters |
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| District | Coordination College |
| Sarguja (Ambikapur) | Rajiv Gandhi Government P.G. College, Ambikapur |
| Koriya (Baikunthpur) | Government College, Baikunthpur (Koriya) |
| Bilaspur | Government E. Raghvendra Rao P.G. Science College, Bilaspur |
| Dantewada | Government Danteshwari P.G. College, Dantewada |
| Dhamtari | Babu Chhotelal Government P.G. College, Dhamtari |
| Durg | Vishwanath Tamaskar Government Arts & Science College, Durg |
| Jagdalpur (Bastar) | Government P.G. College, Jagdalpur |
| Janjgir-Champa | Government P.G. T.C.L. College, Janjgir-Champa |
| Jashpur Nagar | Government P.G. N.E.S. College, Jashpur Nagar |
| Kanker | Bhanupratappdev Government P.G. College, Kanker |
| Kabirdham | Acharya Panth Shri Gudmuni Naam Saheb Government College, Kabirdham |
| Korba | Government P.G. College, Korba |
| Mahasamund | Government College, Mahasamund |
| Raigarh | Kirodimal Government Arts & Science College, Raigarh |
| Raipur | Government Nagarjuna P.G. Science College, Raipur |
| Rajnandgaon | Government P.G. Digvijay College, Rajnandgaon |
Important Instructions for LST26 Exam Day
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CG Teacher LST26 Preparation Strategy — Subject-Wise Tips
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CG Teacher (TGT) Job Profile — Roles & Responsibilities
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important links |
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| Apply Online (LST26) | click here (Active 7 Aug – 2 Sep 2026) |
| Download Exam Instructions PDF | click here |
| Eligibility Details PDF | click here |
| Official Website | click here |
| notification 24 jobs | click here |
| join telegram | click here |
| join whatsapp channel | click here |
| susbscribe on youtube | click here |
CG Teacher Recruitment 2026 (LST26) — FAQs
Q1. What is CG Vyapam Teacher Recruitment 2026?
It is a recruitment drive by the Directorate of Public Instruction, Chhattisgarh, for 1654 Teacher posts in Hindi, Sanskrit, English, Mathematics, Social Science, and Agriculture, with the written exam (LST26) conducted by CGSSB (formerly CG Vyapam).
Q2. How many vacancies are available in CG Teacher Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1654 vacancies have been notified, though the advertisement states this number is variable and subject to change.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for CG Teacher Recruitment 2026?
The online application window closes on 2 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. An error/correction window is available from 3–5 September 2026.
Q4. What is the age limit for CG Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be between 21 and 35 years of age as on 1 January 2026, with relaxation up to a maximum of 45 years after all applicable concessions.
Q5. What is the application fee for CG Teacher Recruitment 2026?
₹350 for General category, ₹250 for OBC, and ₹200 for SC/ST/PWD candidates.
Q6. How can I apply online for CG Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Applications can be submitted online at vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in or cgssb.cgstate.gov.in through the new Profile Registration system.
Q7. What is the selection process for CG Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Selection is based on a single written exam of 100 objective questions carrying 1 mark each, with 1/4 negative marking, over a 2-hour duration.
Q8. When is the CG Teacher Recruitment 2026 exam date?
The exam is provisionally scheduled for 25 October 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM, across 16 district headquarters in Chhattisgarh.
Q9. What is the salary of a CG Vyapam Teacher (LST26)?
Selected candidates will be placed at Pay Matrix Level-8, with a starting basic pay of approximately ₹35,400/- plus DA, HRA, and other allowances as per CG Government rules.
Q10. Is TET mandatory for CG Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Yes, candidates must have qualified the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) as prescribed by NCTE, in addition to the required educational qualification.