CGPSC Psychiatrist Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 06 Posts, Salary up to Rs 2,13,100

CGPSC Psychiatrist Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 06 Posts

Looking for a government doctor job this year? A new recruitment notification has been released by the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission. This recruitment offers 06 vacancies for the post of Psychiatrist under the Public Health and Family Welfare Department. Candidates from Chhattisgarh and other states can apply. Before filling the application form, check the eligibility, salary, age limit and selection process explained below.

This is a backlog recruitment, which means these posts were left vacant earlier and are now being filled. The post carries a gazetted Class-I rank with a handsome government salary. Online applications start soon, so read this guide fully before you begin filling your form.

CGPSC Psychiatrist Recruitment 2026 – Highlights

This table gives you the full picture in one glance. CGPSC is the main recruiting body for gazetted government posts in Chhattisgarh. A Psychiatrist post here is a permanent government job, not a temporary one.

Out of the 06 posts, the reservation break-up is SC: 1, ST: 3 and OBC: 2. There is no seat under the unreserved category this time, since this is a backlog drive meant to fill old reserved category vacancies.

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Who Can Apply

Any Indian citizen holding a valid medical postgraduate qualification in Psychiatry can apply for this post. Doctors already working in government hospitals or private clinics can also apply, but they must arrange a No Objection Certificate from their employer.

Candidates from outside Chhattisgarh can also apply, but they will be treated under the unreserved category only. Reservation benefits are given only to local candidates of Chhattisgarh who belong to the notified SC, ST or OBC (non-creamy layer) categories.

Educational Qualification

The eligibility rule here is simple to understand once you break it down.

• You must hold a postgraduate degree or diploma in Psychiatry from a university recognised by the Medical Council of India (now National Medical Commission).
• You must have a valid and active registration with the National Medical Commission or any State Medical Council.

In short, an MD or DNB in Psychiatry, along with a valid medical council registration, makes you eligible. Make sure your registration is not expired, because this is checked strictly at the document verification stage.

Age Limit

Your age should be between 25 and 35 years as on 1 January 2026. This means you should not be born before 2 January 1991 or after 1 January 2001, roughly speaking.

Good news for local candidates. Chhattisgarh state residents get 5 extra years, so their upper age limit becomes 40 years. There are further relaxations too. SC, ST and OBC candidates of Chhattisgarh get 5 more years. Persons with disability, ex-servicemen, widows, divorced women and contract or ad-hoc government employees also get separate age relaxation as per state rules. Local women of Chhattisgarh get a straight 10-year relaxation in the upper age limit.

All these relaxations have an overall upper cap, so even after adding every benefit, the final age limit does not usually cross 45 years.

Application Fee

The fee for this recruitment depends on your category and residence.

• Rs. 300 for Chhattisgarh local SC, ST, OBC (non-creamy layer) and PwD candidates.
• Rs. 400 for all other candidates, including general category and candidates from outside Chhattisgarh.

On top of this fee, every candidate has to pay a portal charge plus GST. This fee is generally not refundable. But there is a relief for local Chhattisgarh candidates. If you attend the exam or interview, your exam fee amount will be credited back to your account after the process, though portal charges and GST are not refunded.

Salary

This is one of the most attractive parts of this recruitment. The post carries Pay Matrix Level-13, which ranges from Rs. 67,300 to Rs. 2,13,100 per month. On top of this basic pay, you will get dearness allowance and other allowances as fixed by the state government from time to time.

This is a strong government salary package for a medical specialist post. Along with pay, government doctors also enjoy job security, pension benefits and steady career growth as gazetted officers.

Selection Process

The selection method depends on how many applications the commission receives.

1. If applications are limited: Selection will be done directly through an interview of 100 marks. You need at least 33 marks to qualify. SC, ST and OBC candidates need a minimum of 23 marks.
2. If applications are very high: The commission may conduct a written exam first, followed by an interview. The exam pattern and syllabus will be announced separately later. Raipur will be the exam center in that case.

So you should be ready for both possibilities. Brush up your core Psychiatry subject knowledge, and also stay prepared for a written test format just in case.

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready in original, along with self-attested photocopies, before applying and attending the interview.

• 10th or 12th/Matriculation certificate for date of birth proof
• Mark sheets of all years/semesters of your qualifying degree
• Postgraduate degree or diploma certificate in Psychiatry
• Medical registration certificate from NMC or State Medical Council
• Caste certificate, if you are claiming SC/ST/OBC benefit
• Income certificate for OBC candidates (non-creamy layer), issued within the last 3 years
• Supporting certificate for age relaxation, if you are claiming any
• No Objection Certificate, if you are already in government or PSU service
• Valid photo ID such as Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Passport or Driving Licence
• Recent passport size photograph and scanned signature for online upload

Keep your medical council registration certificate updated and valid, since an expired registration can create trouble during verification. Scan all documents clearly in advance so that uploading becomes quick and error-free.

Important Dates

Do not wait for the last date to apply. Government portals often face heavy traffic close to the deadline, and slow loading can cause your form to fail at the last minute.

After applying, check your form carefully. You get one free correction chance right after the last date. If you miss that too, a second paid correction chance is given, but only for limited fields like gender, date of birth, category and domicile.

How to Apply

Follow these steps to complete your online application correctly.

1. Visit the official CGPSC website at psc.cg.gov.in.
2. Find the link for Psychiatrist Recruitment 2026 and click on it.
3. New candidates should complete registration first with basic details, mobile number and email ID.
4. Verify your mobile number and email using the OTP sent to you.
5. Upload a live photo captured through the given camera link and upload your scanned signature.
6. Log in again and fill the complete application form carefully.
7. Pay the application fee and portal charges through debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
8. Submit the form and download the confirmation receipt for future reference.

Always double-check every field before final submission. Once submitted, changes are allowed only during the correction windows mentioned above.

Why You Should Apply

A Psychiatrist post under a state government carries strong long-term value. You get permanent job security, a good starting pay, yearly increments and pension benefits that are rare in private practice.

Being a gazetted Class-I officer also brings respect and recognition in society. If you already hold a Psychiatry postgraduate degree, this is a golden chance to join government service and build a stable, respected medical career.

Preparation Tips

• Revise your core Psychiatry subjects thoroughly, since the interview panel tests deep subject knowledge.
• Stay updated on Chhattisgarh health schemes and mental health programs run by the state.
• Prepare well for general awareness and current affairs, in case a written exam is conducted.
• Keep your documents organised in a file, sorted by category, well before the last date.
• Practice mock interview questions on patient case discussions and treatment approaches.
• Apply early to avoid last-minute website traffic and payment issues.

A calm and confident approach during the interview matters a lot. Prepare answers around your training, clinical experience and how you would manage patients in government hospital settings.

Important Links

Download the official notification PDF and read every page carefully before applying. For daily government job updates like this one, download the NaukriPatra app and join our WhatsApp and Telegram channels.

FAQs – CGPSC Psychiatrist Recruitment 2026

1. What is the last date to apply for CGPSC Psychiatrist Recruitment 2026?

The last date to apply online is 19 August 2026, till 11:59 PM.

2. How many vacancies are there in this recruitment?

There are 06 posts in total under this backlog recruitment drive.

3. What is the salary for CGPSC Psychiatrist post?

The post carries Pay Matrix Level-13, ranging from Rs. 67,300 to Rs. 2,13,100 per month, plus DA and other allowances.

4. What qualification is required for this post?

You need a postgraduate degree or diploma in Psychiatry along with valid registration in the National Medical Commission or a State Medical Council.

5. What is the age limit for this recruitment?

The age limit is 25 to 35 years as on 1 January 2026, with relaxation up to 40 years for Chhattisgarh local candidates and further relaxation for reserved categories.

6. What is the application fee?

It is Rs. 300 for Chhattisgarh local SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates and Rs. 400 for all others, plus portal charges and GST.

7. Is the application fee refundable?

Only Chhattisgarh local candidates get their exam fee refunded if they attend the exam or interview. Portal charges and GST are not refunded.

8. What is the selection process for this post?

Selection is either through a direct interview of 100 marks, or through a written exam followed by an interview, depending on the number of applications received.

9. Can candidates from other states apply?

Yes, candidates from other states can apply, but they will be considered under the unreserved category only.

10. Is this a permanent government job?

Yes, this is a permanent, gazetted Class-I post with an initial probation period of 3 years.

11. How can I apply for this recruitment?

You can apply only online through the official CGPSC website psc.cg.gov.in. No offline or postal applications are accepted.

12. Can I correct mistakes in my application after submitting it?

Yes, a free correction window and a paid correction window (Rs. 500) are given after the last date, but only for limited fields.

13. Is a No Objection Certificate required?

Yes, candidates already working in government, PSU, bank or university service must submit an NOC from their employer.

14. When will the admit card be released?

The admit card or interview call letter will be uploaded on the official website about 10 days before the exam or interview date. No individual letters are sent.

15. Where will the written exam be held, if conducted?

If a written exam is held, Raipur will be the exam center for this recruitment.