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CGPSC · Detailed Syllabus

CGPSC Paper-wise Syllabus

CGPSC's State Service Examination (SSE) is the gateway to Chhattisgarh's Class I and Class II posts — Deputy Collector, DSP, Naib Tehsildar, and more. It runs in three stages: Prelims (two objective papers — General Studies and an Aptitude Test, 200 marks each, qualifying only), Mains (seven descriptive papers — Language, Essay and General Studies I–V), and Interview. What sets CGPSC apart is its heavy Chhattisgarh tilt: nearly half of Paper 1 is devoted to the state's own history, geography, economy, tribes, art, festivals, and administration.

11 subtopics across 2 papers
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Paper I — General Studies

7 topics
01

Topics

7 topics
  • Current events of national and state importance
  • History of India and state history/culture
  • Indian polity, constitution, governance, and social justice
  • Indian economy, budgeting, development, and inclusion
  • Geography of India and state-specific geography
  • Environment, biodiversity, climate change, and disaster management
  • General science and applied science basics

Paper II — Aptitude (where applicable)

4 topics
01

Topics

4 topics
  • Comprehension and communication
  • Interpersonal skills and decision making
  • Logical reasoning and analytical ability
  • Basic numeracy, data interpretation, and mental ability

Mains papers

Essay

  • Society, governance, economy, and development themes
  • State-focused essay themes for Chhattisgarh (CGPSC - SSE)
  • Balanced argumentation, examples, and policy-oriented conclusion

General Studies Paper I

  • Indian heritage, culture, and modern history
  • Socio-cultural history and movements relevant to Chhattisgarh (CGPSC - SSE)
  • World and Indian geography with map-linked clarity

General Studies Paper II

  • Constitution, polity, governance, and public administration
  • Welfare schemes, institutions, and accountability frameworks
  • State administration and local governance priorities in Chhattisgarh (CGPSC - SSE)

General Studies Paper III

  • Economy, agriculture, infrastructure, and technology
  • Environment, disaster management, and internal security basics
  • State economy, resources, and development challenges in Chhattisgarh (CGPSC - SSE)

General Studies Paper IV (Ethics)

  • Ethics, integrity, and aptitude in public life
  • Case studies on governance dilemmas and decision-making
  • Probity, emotional intelligence, and leadership in administration

Interview focus areas

  • Current affairs articulation with balanced viewpoints
  • State-specific governance awareness for Chhattisgarh (CGPSC - SSE)
  • Situational judgment, communication, and administrative temperament

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