Raipur. The Chhattisgarh State Government has officially released the schedule for the upcoming Departmental Examinations 2026. These examinations, meant for officers and employees whose departments have scheduled such tests, will be conducted from January 27 to February 3, 2026, as part of the January 2026 Departmental Examination Month.
In line with this directive, Commissioner of Bastar Division, Doman Singh, has issued a circular to all district collectors. The circular directs that information about participation in the departmental examination must be widely shared across all departments and offices in each district to ensure maximum awareness among eligible officers and employees.
Important Dates to Remember
- Last Date to Submit Applications: December 22, 2025
- Last Date to Submit Compiled Lists to the Commissioner’s Office: December 31, 2025
- Exam Dates: January 27 – February 3, 2026
All subject-wise application forms submitted by officers and employees who wish to appear in the examination must reach their respective departments before the deadline. The departments are instructed to compile all received applications, prepare a subject-wise list in the prescribed format, and forward it to the Office of the Commissioner, Bastar Division, Jagdalpur before December 31, 2025.
Late Applications Will Not Be Accepted
Officials have made it clear that applications received after the deadline or submitted late will not be considered. Therefore, eligible officers and employees are strongly advised to complete their applications well before December 22, 2025, to avoid disqualification.
Purpose of the Examination
The departmental examination aims to assess and enhance the administrative efficiency of government officers and employees. It also plays a key role in determining eligibility for promotions, departmental transfers, and career advancements within the state government.
Commissioner’s Directive
Commissioner Doman Singh emphasized the need for timely coordination between departments to ensure smooth organization of the exams. The circular further instructs officials to request subject-wise question papers from the state government in advance so that all necessary preparations and arrangements for the exam can be completed on time.
Key Takeaways
- The Departmental Examination 2026 will take place from January 27 to February 3, 2026.
- Applications must be submitted by December 22, 2025.
- Departments must forward compiled application lists to the Commissioner’s Office, Jagdalpur, by December 31, 2025.
- No late applications will be accepted.
This announcement marks an important step toward ensuring transparency and accountability in the state government’s internal examination process. Officers and employees in Chhattisgarh are encouraged to carefully review the notification and complete the application process within the stipulated timeframe to participate in the January 2026 Departmental Examination.
