CGPSC Recruitment 2020: The process for online application of Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission recruitment re-opens from June 08, 2020 till June 17, 2020. The recruitment notice is published through advertisement number 03/2020/exam/dated 07/02/2020. Openings are in the 07 posts of Assistant Geo Hydrologist, Geo Physics, and Geo Chemist. Online applications and other recent updates about the recruitment can be tracked through the website of the Commission at psc.cg.gov.in. Complete information about the recruitment is provided in this article. Read till the end to find out more.
Latest: The online application window for CGPSC Recruitment 2020 re-opens. Apply through the link given below.
CGPSC Recruitment 2020
Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission is recruiting Geo Hydrologists, Geo Physics and Geo Chemists for the advertised vacancies. Eligible candidates are selected through a written examination and interview. Get the complete schedule of the recruitment below.
| Important event | Date |
| Start of online application | 18 Mar 2020 |
| End of online application | 16 Apr 2020 |
| Re-opening of application form | 08 Jun -17 Jun 2020 |
| Corrections in application form | 20- 21 Jun 2020 |
| Admit card release | To be announced |
| Answer key | To be announced |
| Result | To be announced |
Notice regarding re-opening of Chhattisgarh Assistant Geo-Hydrologist, Geo-Physics, Geo-Chemist Application Form 2020
Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has released a notice regarding the re-opening of online application form for Chhattisgarh Assistant Geo-Hydrologist, Geo-Physics, Geo-Chemist 2020. Check official notice from below.
Overview of CGPSC Recruitment of Assistant Geo-Hydrologist, Geo-Physics, Geo-Chemist
Chattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) is conducting the exam for various posts such as Geo-Hydrologist, Geo-Physics, Geo-Chemist. Before beginning with the recruitment process, let us have an overview of the recruitment.
| Name of the examination | CGPSC Recruitment of Assistant Geo-Hydrologist, Geo-Physics, Geo-Chemist |
| Conducting body | Chhattisgarh State Public Service Commission |
| Year | 2020 |
| Purpose of the exam | To recruit eligible candidates for the post of Assistant Geo-Hydrologist, Geo-Physics, Geo-Chemist |
| Selection Procedure | 1. Written exam 2. Interview |
| Eligibility | Must have graduation |
| Mode of application | Online |
| Mode of exam | Ofline |
| Official website | psc.cg.gov.in |
Exam pattern of CGPSC Recruitment 2020
The written examination is conducted for total marks of 300. Interview stage carries 30 marks in total. There are two papers in the written exam consisting of 100 and 200 marks respectively. Check out the complete details of the exam pattern from below.
- Language: The question paper is documented in English and Hindi.
- Exam mode: The examination is conducted offline.
- Sections: There are two papers in the written examination.
- Number of questions: Paper I contains 50 questions while Paper II contains 100 questions.
- Type of questions: All questions are MCQ type.
Check out the detailed marks distribution pattern of written exam below
| Section | Marks per question | Marks per section |
| General Knowledge of Chhattisgarh | 02 | 100 |
| Subject specific | 02 | 200 |
Syllabus of CGPSC Recruitment Exam 2020
Detailed syllabus of the written examination is provided in the official notification. The syllabus contains topics from General Knowledge of Chhattisgarh and subject-specific topics. Check out the indicative syllabus below.
General Knowledge of Chhattisgarh
- History of Chhattisgarh
- Geography of Chhattisgarh
- Literaure, music, dance, art and culture of Chhattisgarh
- Economy of Chhattisgarh
- Government & administrative structure of Chhattisgarh
- Education, health and contemporary events in Chhattisgarh
Assistant Geo Hydrologist
- Hydrogeology
- Geomorphology & Stratigraphy
- Geophysical exploration
- Environment Geology
Assistant Geo Physics
- Ground water geophysics
- Mechanics
- Mathematical physics
- Thermal and statistical physics
- Waves and oscillations
- Electromagnetic induction and electronics
- Optical and X-ray spectra
- Quantum mechanics
- Basic properties of the nucleus
Assistant Geo Chemist
- Chemistry
- Physical organic chemistry
- Aliphatic chemistry
- Stereochemistry
- Aromatic chemistry
- Geochemistry
How to apply for CGPSC Recruitment 2020
Interested candidates can apply online through the website of the Commission before the last date. Applicants have to pay the specified application fee to apply. Know about the complete online application process here.
Apply online: Click here to apply for CGPSC Recruitment 2020.
How to apply
Candidates have to register and apply through the application link at the website only. No other mode of application is accepted by the Commission. Follow the simple steps provided below to register and apply for the advertised posts.
Candidate Registration
#1: Go to the official website of the Commission at psc.cg.gov.in.
#2: Click on online application tab as shown in the image below.
#3: Click on the link to apply online for the relevant recruitment as shown below.
#4: Click on the online registration and application link as shown below.
#5: Enter all the requisite details in the registration form. Provide email id and mobile number and click on “Continue” at the bottom of the page.
#6: Enter the OTP received to complete the registration process and generate Username and Password.
Apply online
#1: Follow and repeat steps from #1 to #4 and then click on “Login”.
#2: Enter the Username and Password and click on “Log In” to open the online application form.
#3: Enter all requisite details in the application form and upload the photograph and signature.
#4: Click on the submit button to complete the application process and proceed to the payments page.
#5: Complete the payment through the available payment options and generate the print out of the e-payment receipt.
#6: Don’t forget to generate a print out of the completely filled and submitted application form.
Application fee
Candidates belonging to special reserved categories are allowed relaxations in the application fee. However, unreserved candidates must deposit the full application fee in order to apply. Check out the payable application fee details from below.
| Category | Fee |
| Unreserved | Rs 400/- |
| SC/ST | Rs 300/- |
| OBC-NCL | Rs 300/- |
| PwD | Rs 300/- |
Documents required
Candidates are not required to send any original documents during or after the application process. However, they must possess all documents in the original. These must be produced to the Commission at the final document verification stage. Candidates must upload a scanned image of a recent passport size photograph and scanned signature at the online application form.
Images specification
Images must be according to the specified size and format. These must be uploaded to the application form accordingly. Check out the detailed image specifications below.
| Image | File size | Format |
| Photo | 100Kb | JPG |
| Signature | 100Kb | JPG |
Application form correction for CGPSC Recruitment 2020
CGPSC is allowing applicants the facility to make corrections in the submitted application form. The application form correction schedule is to be notified by the Commission at the website. Candidates must pay the specified fee of Rs 6/- (including all transaction charges) to make the corrections. However, candidates must note that corrections can be made only once during the schedule. The form correction link is activated at the website as per schedule.
Eligibility conditions for CGPSC Recruitment 2020
Complete eligibility conditions for different posts are notified by the Commission. Applicants must have the prescribed educational qualifications to apply. Besides, they need to comply with the age range as specified by the Commission. Check out the complete details below.
Age limit
Candidates must be at least 21 years of age to apply. They must be within the maximum age range of 30 years as on January 01, 2020. However, relaxations apply to the maximum age as per government norms. Check out the details below.
| Category | Age relaxation |
| Chhattisgarh Natives | Max age – 40 years |
| SC/ST | Up to 05 years |
| OBC-NCL | Up to 05 years |
| Permanent/temporary/contigency paid workers of Chhattisgarh | Max age – 38 years |
| Ex-government employees | Additional 07 years over service period (not more than 03 years over max age limit) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Total period of service (not more than 03 years over max age limit) |
| Women (Chhattisgarh native) | Up to 10 years |
| Divorced/abandoned/widowed women | Up to 05 years |
| Educational/panchayat workers | Total period of service (max age not more than 45 years) |
| Homeguard | Max age – 38 years |
| PwD | Up to 05 years |
| Meritorious sportsperson | Up to years |
Educational qualification
Candidates must have a graduate degree in relevant discipline to apply for individual posts. Post-wise educational qualifications are given below.
- Assistant Geo Hydrologist
- Candidates must have a postgraduate qualification in Geology awarded by any recognised university.
- Assistant Geo Physics
- Candidates must have a postgraduate qualification in Geo Physics awarded by any recognised university.
- Assistant Geo Chemist
- Candidates must have a postgraduate qualification in Chemistry awarded by any recognised university.
Selection method of CGPSC Recruitment 2020
The selection process consists of a written examination and a final interview. Candidates are shortlisted for the interview stage based on the performance in the written examination. The Commission releases the results of the written test after the exam at the website. Complete details of the written exam including pattern, syllabus and marking criteria are provided in the official notification.
Admit card for CGPSC Recruitment 2020
Candidates must have a duly issued admit card to appear in the written examination. Admit cards are released by the Commission as per the schedule on the official website. However, they are not sent to individual candidates by post or by other means. It contains the details of the exam centre, date, and schedule of the exam.
Answer key of CGPSC Recruitment 2020
The Commission publishes the answer keys for the convenience of students to check the correct answers. Official answer keys of the examination are available at the website after the examination. Browse the official website of the commission, psc.cg.gov.in to download CGPSC recruitment answer key for Assistant Geo-Hydrologist, Geo-Physics, Geo-Chemist. Candidates can use the answer keys to estimate their final score before the results.
Result of CGPSC Recruitment 2020
The results of the examination are released in two stages. The Commission releases the results of the written test after the exam. This contains the shortlisting of candidates selected for the final interview. The final results are published after the completion of the final interview. Finally selected candidates are appointed into the advertised posts.
About CGPSC
The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commissions conducts various recruitment examinations to fill vacancies in State Government departments. As the apex body of the state to engage in such activities including recruitment for civil services. The CGPSC was established in 2001 on May 23. Detailed information about the Commission and events can be accessed at psc.cg.gov.in.
Official website: psc.cg.gov.in
Official notification: Click here
CGPSC Recruitment 2020 FAQs
Q1. What is the application fee for CGPSC recruitment?
Ans 1. Aspirants have to pay Rs.400/- as the application fee.
Q2. Can I raise objections against the answer key? If yes, do I have to pay for it?
Ans 2. Yes. Aspirants can raise objections against the answer keys. For this, they have to make payments of Rs.6/-.
Q3. What is the educational qualification for CGPSC recruitment?
Ans 3. Candidates must have postgraduate degree in the specific field to apply for CGPSC recruitment.
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