CG Vyapam Tracer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 35 Posts
Office of the Chief Engineer, Water Resources Department (Jal Sansadhan Vibhag), Chhattisgarh, Nawa Raipur, Atal Nagar
Short Information
CG Jal Sansadhan Vibhag is recruiting 35 Tracer (Civil) posts at Pay Level-4 (19500–62000) through a written examination conducted by CG Vyapam; last date for online application 15 June 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Opening Of Online Application | 22-05-2026 (Friday) |
| Last Date To Apply | 15-06-2026 (Monday) by 5:00 PM |
| Correction Date | 16-06-2026 to 18-06-2026 by 5:00 PM (3 days after last date) |
| Exam Date | 02-08-2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam Time | 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM (Main gate closed at 9:30 AM) |
| Admit Card Date | 27 July 2026 (Monday) - approximately 7 days before exam |
Application Fee
| General Fee | Rs. 350/- |
|---|---|
| Obc Fee | Rs. 250/- |
| Sc Fee | Rs. 200/- |
| Details | Application fee must be paid online at the time of submitting the application form. As per CG Government rule, the examination fee paid will be refunded to Chhattisgarh domicile candidates who actually appear in the examination - the refund will be credited to the same bank account from which payment was made. Applications without payment of examination fee will not be accepted. | Note: The fee refund is applicable to CG state domicile candidates who appear in the examination. The refund will be credited to the same bank account used for fee payment. Candidates must ensure their bank account details are valid/active. |
Age Limit
| Maximum Age | 45 years (all relaxations combined shall not result in age exceeding 45 years) |
|---|---|
| Details | Age as on 1st January of the year of advertisement publication. General/UR candidates must have completed 18 years and must not have completed 30 years as on 01-01-2026. As per CG Government circular dated 18.01.2024, a special relaxation of 5 years in upper age limit (making it 35 years) has been extended from 01.01.2024 to 31.12.2028 for local resident candidates of Chhattisgarh. Combined with all relaxations, the maximum age limit shall not exceed 45 years in any case. |
Qualification / Eligibility
| Domicile | Must be a domicile resident of Chhattisgarh State as on the date of application. Domicile certificate (Mool Niwasi Praman Patra) to be submitted at document verification. |
|---|---|
| Education Qualification | (1) Higher Secondary School Certificate (Class XII) examination passed with Drawing (Rekha Chitra) as one of the subjects; OR (2) Higher Secondary (equivalent) certificate examination passed from a Board recognized by the State Government for this purpose. |
| Details | Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as per Chhattisgarh Jal Sansadhan (Arajapatrit Takniki) Seva Bharti Niyam, 2016. Candidates must be domicile residents of Chhattisgarh State as on date of application. |
Vacancy Details
- {'Post Name': 'Tracer (Civil)', 'UR (Anaarakshit)': '15', 'SC (Anusuchit Jati)': '04', 'ST (Anusuchit Janjati)': '11', 'OBC (Anya Pichda Varg)': '05', 'Total': '35'}
- {'UR (Women)': '04', 'SC (Women)': '01', 'ST (Women)': '03', 'OBC (Women)': '01'}
- {'UR (Ex-SM)': '01', 'SC (Ex-SM)': '0', 'ST (Ex-SM)': '01', 'OBC (Ex-SM)': '0'}
Category Wise Vacancy
| Post Name | Tracer (Civil) |
|---|---|
| Ur (Anaarakshit) | 15 |
| Sc (Anusuchit Jati) | 04 |
| St (Anusuchit Janjati) | 11 |
| Obc (Anya Pichda Varg) | 05 |
| Ur (Women) | 04 |
| Sc (Women) | 01 |
| St (Women) | 03 |
| Obc (Women) | 01 |
| Ur (Ex Sm) | 01 |
| Sc (Ex Sm) | 0 |
| St (Ex Sm) | 01 |
| Obc (Ex Sm) | 0 |
Salary / Pay Scale
| Pay Scale | Pay Matrix Level-4 (Rs. 19,500 – Rs. 62,000) |
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Selection Process
- Mode of Examination Total Questions Total Marks Duration Type Negative Marking
- OMR-based (offline) 100 questions 100 marks (1 mark per question) 2 hours (10:00 AM to 12:00 PM; report by 10:00 AM; gate closes 9:30 AM) Objective type with 4 options (MCQ); mark only one answer in OMR sheet using Blue/Black Ball Point Pen 1/4 mark (0.25) deducted per wrong answer; unattempted questions get zero
- Selection for Tracer (Civil) posts will be through a Written Competitive Examination conducted by CG Vyapam (Exam Code: WRDT26). A Selection Committee will be constituted by the appointing authority comprising three members as specified in Schedule-III of the Niyam. Merit list will be prepared category-wise and forwarded to the department. In case of equal marks
- older candidates will be given priority. The final decision on eligibility/ineligibility of any candidate rests with the Chief Engineer
- Water Resources Department
- Chhattisgarh
- Nawa Raipur Atal Nagar.
- Written Examination Pattern (Exam Code: WRDT26)
- Syllabus is prescribed by the Department and available on the Vyapam website under the "Syllabus" link. Three barcode stickers are provided on the question paper cover - candidates must affix one on the OMR sheet
- one on the question paper cover page
- and one on the attendance sheet at the designated place. OMR evaluation is done by OMR machine; no re-evaluation/re-checking is available. If a question is found defective
- all candidates will receive bonus marks equally. If a question has more than one correct option
- all correct options will be considered valid as per subject experts.
- Objection/Claim Process
- After provisional model answer key is published by Vyapam
- candidates may raise objections online within the specified period. Objection fee: Rs. 50/- per question (online only). Objections via post/email or in person will not be accepted. Claims without supporting evidence will be rejected. Expert committee review is final. Final answer key will be released along with exam results. No further claims/objections will be entertained after final answer key publication.
- Probation Period
- Directly recruited candidates will be on probation for 3 years from date of joining. Probation period may be extended by up to 1 year at the discretion of the appointing authority if work is found unsatisfactory. Services may be terminated during or at the end of the probation period if the candidate is not found suitable. Successful completion of probation leads to regularization.
How To Apply
- Candidates shall apply online only through the CG Vyapam official website https://vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in. Candidates applying for the first time must complete Profile Registration (Profail Panjikaran) on the Vyapam portal - once registered, personal details need not be re-entered for future exams. Detailed instructions on how to fill the form are available on the Vyapam website under "Instructions to fill the FORM" link. Candidates are advised to read the departmental recruitment rules carefully before applying.
- Steps to Apply Online:
- Complete Profile Registration on https://vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in (if not already registered) - scan and upload a light-background passport-size photograph in .jpg/.jpeg format (50 KB–100 KB) and specimen signature in .jpg/.jpeg format (50 KB–100 KB); filename must be alphanumeric without spaces or dots.
- Verify all details in Profile Registration before proceeding.
- Select the WRDT26 examination and fill in the Online Application Form.
- Pay the examination fee online - note the payment details and ensure the bank account details (for refund) are entered correctly.
- Click "SUBMIT" after successful fee payment to complete the application.
- Download and print the submitted application form and keep it safe.
- Admit Card (Pravesh Patra) will be available for download approximately 7 days before the exam (tentatively 27 July 2026) from the Vyapam website - candidates must download it from their profile. Admit card will NOT be sent by post.
- Carry full printout of the admit card to the exam centre along with one original photo ID proof (Voter ID/Driving License/PAN Card/Aadhaar Card with photo) and Blue/Black Ball Point Pen.
- Documents Required at Examination/Document Verification/Joining:
- Admit Card (downloaded from Vyapam website) with photo ID proof (Voter ID/Driving License/PAN Card/Aadhaar Card) - original must be presented; entry denied without original photo ID
- High School/Higher Secondary exam pass certificate (attested photocopy - self-attested or certified by Gazetted Officer) as proof of date of birth
- Higher Secondary (Class XII) certificate and mark sheet showing Drawing (Rekha Chitra) as a subject
- Chhattisgarh domicile/local resident certificate (Mool Niwasi Praman Patra) - original, issued by competent authority
- Permanent caste/category certificate (Sthayi Jati Praman Patra) issued by authorized government officer - required for SC/ST/OBC candidates
- Permanent PwBD disability certificate (minimum 40% disability) issued by competent Medical Authority and UDID card - for PwBD candidates
- No Objection Certificate (Annapati Praman) from employer - for candidates working in government/semi-government organizations
- Ex-Servicemen discharge certificate/relevant documents - for Ex-SM candidates
- Green Card (for Family Welfare Programme beneficiaries claiming age relaxation)
- Award certificate (Shaheed Rajiv Pandey/Gundadhur/Maharaja Pravirachandra Bhanjdev Samman/Rashtriya Yuva Puraskar) - if claiming age relaxation under these categories
- Inter-caste marriage certificate (for anti-untouchability scheme awardees claiming age relaxation)
- Apply Online at: https://vyapamprofile.cgstate.gov.in/online/
Important Instructions
- This appointment is purely temporary. As per terms of appointment, services can be terminated at any time. Appointees will be posted at any district in Chhattisgarh State as per vacancies. Merely filling the Online Application Form or appearing in the examination does not confer any right of appointment on the candidate. Eligibility is verified at document verification stage; ineligibility found at any stage will lead to cancellation of candidature. The responsibility of verifying eligibility before applying rests entirely with the candidate. CG Vyapam is not responsible for any information provided by candidates; the full responsibility lies with the candidate. At the time of joining, selected candidates must produce original copies of all certificates. Police verification and medical fitness certificate from District Hospital Medical Board are mandatory before appointment. Women reservation calculation follows CG Government circular (F 13-2/2014/Aap.Pr./1-3 dated 14.07.2017) - only whole numbers are used, not decimals. CG Vyapam's jurisdiction is limited to conducting the examination and declaring results. Document verification, selection and appointment processes are conducted by the department, not CG Vyapam. Exam result will be declared on the CG Vyapam website https://vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in. OMR evaluation is by machine; no re-evaluation is available. Objection to any question/answer must be raised online on the Vyapam website by logging in with profile ID and date of birth, within the specified time after model answer key release. Fee: Rs. 50/- per question online. Objections by post/email/in-person are not accepted. Final answer key, once published with results, is non-challengeable. Candidates must carry only the Admit Card, original photo ID and Blue/Black Ball Point Pen inside the examination hall. All other items including mobile phones, smartwatches, electronic devices, earrings, belts, wallets, scarves and caps are strictly prohibited. Candidates wearing religious or cultural attire must report to the exam centre in advance and will be subjected to additional security checks before being permitted to enter. All disputes relating to eligibility/ineligibility of any candidate are subject to final decision by the Chief Engineer, Water Resources Department, Chhattisgarh. Legal jurisdiction lies within Chhattisgarh.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for CG Vyapam Tracer (Civil) Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application form for CG Vyapam Tracer (Civil) Recruitment 2026 is 15 June 2026 up to 5:00 PM. Candidates are advised to complete the registration and fee payment process well before the deadline to avoid technical issues on the final day. Late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in CG Jal Sansadhan Vibhag Tracer Recruitment 2026?
A total of 35 vacancies have been announced for the post of Tracer (Civil) under the Chhattisgarh Water Resources Department. These vacancies are distributed among categories such as UR, SC, ST, and OBC, along with horizontal reservations for women, ex-servicemen, and PwBD candidates. The department may increase or decrease the number of vacancies based on administrative requirements.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for CG Vyapam Tracer (Civil) 2026?
Candidates must have passed Higher Secondary (Class 12th) with Drawing (Rekha Chitra) as one of the subjects from a recognized board. Applicants possessing equivalent qualifications recognized by the Chhattisgarh Government are also eligible to apply. All educational qualifications must be completed before the advertisement date.
Q4. Who can apply for CG Jal Sansadhan Vibhag Recruitment 2026?
Only candidates who are domicile residents of Chhattisgarh State are eligible to apply for this recruitment. Applicants must possess a valid domicile certificate and satisfy all eligibility conditions related to age, qualification, and category reservation. Candidates from other states are not eligible for these posts
Q5. What is the age limit for CG Vyapam Tracer Recruitment 2026?
The minimum age required is 18 years, while the upper age limit for general category local residents is 35 years due to the special relaxation provided by the Chhattisgarh Government. Reserved category candidates such as SC, ST, OBC, women, and government employees can avail additional age relaxation as per state norms. However, the maximum age cannot exceed 45 years in any case.
Q6. What is the selection process for CG Vyapam Tracer (Civil) Recruitment 2026?
The selection process consists of a written competitive examination conducted by CG Vyapam followed by document verification. The written test will be OMR-based and include objective-type questions carrying one mark each with negative marking. Final selection will be made based on merit and eligibility verification conducted by the department.
Q7. Is there any negative marking in the CG Vyapam Tracer exam 2026?
Yes, the examination includes a negative marking system where 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer. Candidates should carefully attempt questions to avoid losing marks unnecessarily. Unattempted questions will not attract any penalty and will be awarded zero marks.
Q8. What is the application fee for CG Jal Sansadhan Vibhag Tracer Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is Rs. 350 for General category, Rs. 250 for OBC candidates, and Rs. 200 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates. The fee must be paid online during form submission through the CG Vyapam portal. Eligible Chhattisgarh domicile candidates who appear in the examination may receive a fee refund to their registered bank account
About Office of the Chief Engineer, Water Resources Department (Jal Sansadhan Vibhag), Chhattisgarh, Nawa Raipur, Atal Nagar Recruitment
Office of the Chief Engineer, Water Resources Department (Jal Sansadhan Vibhag), Chhattisgarh, Nawa Raipur, Atal Nagar ne CG Vyapam Tracer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 35 Posts ke liye official notification jari kiya hai. Kul 35 posts ke liye applications mangi gayi hain. Last date 15-06-2026 (Monday) by 5:00 PM hai.
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