CG Police Constable Syllabus 2026: Written Exam + Physical Test Pattern
The CG Police Constable written exam is 100 marks, objective type. The physical test is purely qualifying. Your rank is entirely determined by the written exam — which means understanding the syllabus and spending time on the right subjects is the entire game. Here is the complete breakdown with what actually comes up in the paper.
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Written Exam Pattern — Full Overview
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge + CG GK | 30 | 30 |
| General Hindi | 25 | 25 |
| Reasoning & Mental Ability | 20 | 20 |
| Elementary Mathematics | 15 | 15 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 2 hours. Negative marking: -0.25 per wrong answer (verify in official notification). Medium: Hindi and English bilingual paper.
General Knowledge + CG GK (30 marks)
This section carries the highest marks and the most variance. CG-specific questions make up approximately 40–50% of this section — giving a clear home advantage to CG residents.
Chhattisgarh-specific topics:
- CG Formation: Chhattisgarh became the 26th state of India on November 1, 2000 (carved from Madhya Pradesh). Capital: Raipur. High Court: Bilaspur. Governor and CM posts at time of exam.
- CG Geography: Location (22°N–24°N latitude), area (135,192 sq km — 10th largest state), major rivers (Mahanadi — originates in CG at Sihawa; Sheonath, Hasdeo, Jonk, Arpa tributaries), major waterfalls (Chitrakoot — India's widest waterfall on Indravati river, called "Niagara of India"; Tirathgarh in Bastar).
- CG Economy: Known as "Rice Bowl of India" — major paddy producing state. Steel — Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP, SAIL) in Durg district. Coal — Korba coalfields. Power — NTPC Korba (one of India's largest thermal plants). Bauxite and iron ore mining.
- CG Tribes and Culture: 32 recognized Scheduled Tribes in CG. Major tribes: Gond, Halba, Baiga, Korwa, Abujhmaria. Bastar Dussehra — world's longest festival (75 days). Rajim Kumbh (confluence of Mahanadi, Pairi, Sondur rivers — sacred site). Panthi dance (associated with Satnami community). Raut Nacha (cowherd dance, Diwali season).
- CG History: Kalchuri dynasty (ancient CG history), Haihay rulers. Modern — role in 1857 revolt (Sonakhaan resistance by Veer Narayan Singh). Bastar feudatory history.
- CG Schemes: Mukhyamantri Kanya Vivah Yojana, Godhan Nyay Yojana (dung purchase scheme — vermicompost), Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana (crop support payments).
National GK topics: Indian Constitution basics, important amendments, Indian history (freedom movement, 1857, major leaders), national sports achievements, important government schemes (PM Awas, PM Kisan, Jal Jeevan Mission), recent appointments.
General Hindi (25 marks)
Hindi grammar at Class 10–12 level. No Chhattisgarhi language component in the written test (unless specifically stated in notification).
- Grammar: Sandhi (Swar, Vyanjan, Visarg) and Sandhi Viched, Samas (Tatpurush, Dvandva, Bahuvrihi, Avyayibhav), Tatsam-Tadbhav word pairs, Vilom (antonyms), Paryayvachi (synonyms)
- Vocabulary: Muhavare (idioms) and their meanings, Lokoktiyan (proverbs), Anekarthi words (multiple meanings), One-word substitution
- Applied Hindi: Vakya Shuddhi (correcting grammatically wrong sentences), Ras (Shringaar, Veer, Karuna, Hasya, Adbhut — names and examples)
- Reading: Short passage comprehension — 1 passage, 4–5 questions
Reasoning & Mental Ability (20 marks)
- Number series (increasing, decreasing, alternating patterns)
- Analogy (word analogy, number analogy, letter analogy)
- Coding-Decoding (letter shift, number coding)
- Blood Relations (family tree problems)
- Direction Sense (compass direction + distance problems)
- Ranking and Arrangement (position in a row, circular seating)
- Syllogism (All/Some/No type statements with conclusions)
- Mirror Image and Paper Folding (visual reasoning)
Elementary Mathematics (15 marks)
- Number System (LCM, HCF, factors, multiples)
- Arithmetic (Percentage, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest)
- Ratio and Proportion, Partnership
- Time and Work, Pipes and Cisterns
- Time, Speed and Distance
- Average, Simplification
- Mensuration (Area of triangle, rectangle, circle — basic formulas)
General Science (10 marks)
Class 10 NCERT level science — no advanced topics required.
- Physics: Newton's laws of motion, units and measurement, light (reflection, refraction basics), electricity (Ohm's law, circuits)
- Chemistry: Acids and bases, chemical reactions, metals and non-metals, carbon compounds, common chemicals (bleaching powder, baking soda, plaster of Paris)
- Biology: Cell structure, human digestive system, respiratory system, circulatory system, diseases (communicable — TB, malaria, dengue; non-communicable — diabetes, hypertension), plant nutrition (photosynthesis)
Physical Test — Standards Reminder
| Test | Male (General) | Male (ST) | Female (General) | Female (ST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 168 cm | 160 cm | 158 cm | 150 cm |
| 5 km Run | 25 min | 27 min | — | — |
| 1.6 km Run | — | — | 8:30 min | 9:00 min |
What No Other Site Tells You About CG Police Syllabus
The CG GK section consistently rewards students who know the state's tribal culture and economy over those who focus only on geography. Bastar Dussehra (the 75-day festival), Godhan Nyay Yojana (the dung purchase scheme that is unique to CG), and Chitrakoot waterfall's Niagara nickname come up in almost every CG Police exam. Five questions from these specific areas alone are nearly guaranteed — memorise them and you've banked easy marks.
Reasoning section is where most students lose unnecessary time. The 20 marks here are structured predictably — same 6–7 question types appear every year. Two weeks of daily practice (30 minutes/day) will get you to 16–18/20 consistently. Students who don't practice reasoning solve 3–4 questions and waste 15 minutes on each — destroying their time management for the rest of the paper.
Recommended Study Schedule — 60 Days
| Week | Focus |
|---|---|
| Weeks 1–2 | CG GK (history, geography, tribes, schemes, economy) — thorough coverage |
| Weeks 3–4 | National GK + General Science (Class 10 NCERT) |
| Weeks 5–6 | Hindi Grammar (Sandhi, Samas, Muhavare, Vilom) + Mathematics (formulas + practice) |
| Weeks 7–8 | Daily Reasoning (30 min) + Full mock tests (2/week) + Revision + Running training |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is there negative marking in CG Police Constable written exam?
Most CG Police Constable notifications apply negative marking of -0.25 per wrong answer. Always verify in the specific notification you're applying under. With 100 questions and 2 hours, you have 72 seconds per question — skip genuinely uncertain questions rather than guessing randomly. Use the 2-option elimination rule when you can narrow it down.
Q: Is Chhattisgarhi language included in the written exam?
The written exam is in Hindi medium with an English option for GK questions. Chhattisgarhi language as a separate subject is not included in the standard Constable exam. However, CG culture and tribal traditions (which use Chhattisgarhi terms) come up in the GK section — you don't need to know the language, but understanding local terms (like tribal names, festivals, rivers) helps.
Q: How many marks out of 100 are needed to get selected?
CG Police Constable cutoffs vary by category and vacancy count. Recent trends show General category male cutoff around 60–70/100, OBC around 55–65, SC/ST around 50–60. These are indicative — actual cutoffs depend on difficulty level and applicant count. Target 75+ for a comfortable margin.
Q: Can I study for CG Police Constable alongside CGPSC preparation?
Yes — there is significant syllabus overlap, especially in CG GK, Hindi, and General Studies. CGPSC aspirants who prepare CG GK thoroughly are naturally well-equipped for the Police Constable exam. The additional areas (Reasoning, elementary Maths, and Physical fitness) are specific to the Police exam. Many successful candidates prepare for both simultaneously.
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Section-wise Preparation Strategy
GK + CG GK (30 marks): This is the most CG-specific section. National GK follows standard SSC pattern — focus on science (Class 10 level), history (freedom movement, major events), and current affairs (last 6 months before exam). CG GK is your differentiator — spend 40% of GK time only on CG-specific facts: formation date (November 1, 2000), 32 Scheduled Tribes, Mahanadi river origin, Chitrakoot waterfall, Bhilai Steel Plant history.
Hindi (25 marks): Grammar is fixed and learnable. Master Sandhi (particularly Visarga Sandhi), Samas (6 types — Tatpurusha, Karmadharaya, Dvandva, Bahuvrihi, Avyayibhav, Dvigu), Tatsam-Tadbhav pairs, and Ras identification. Muhavare (idioms) are commonly tested — memorize 50 common ones. A reading comprehension passage always appears — practice by reading CG government press releases in Hindi.
Reasoning (20 marks): Pure practice — aim for 18/20. Series completion, number analogy, coding-decoding, blood relations, and syllogisms are the most common question types. Spend 30 minutes daily in the last 2 months only on reasoning practice sets.
Maths (15 marks): Class 8–10 level. Percentage, profit-loss, simple and compound interest, ratio-proportion, time-work, and time-speed-distance — these 6 topics cover 80% of the maths questions. Do NOT waste time on advanced geometry or algebra. Practice 15 maths questions daily.
Science (10 marks): NCERT Class 8–10 only. Newton's laws, reflection-refraction, electricity (Ohm's law, circuit), acids-bases-salts, metals-nonmetals, cell biology (mitosis/meiosis), human body systems (digestive, circulatory, respiratory), and photosynthesis. These 10 marks are easy if you cover NCERT thoroughly.
CG-Specific GK – Must-Know Facts
| Topic | Key Fact |
|---|---|
| Formation | November 1, 2000 (26th state of India), carved from MP |
| Capital | Raipur (largest city); Bilaspur (High Court) |
| Area | 1,35,192 sq km — 10th largest state |
| Mahanadi River | Originates from Sihawa, Dhamtari district |
| Chitrakoot Waterfall | India's widest; on Indravati river, Bastar; "Niagara of India" |
| Bhilai Steel Plant | Durg district; SAIL + Soviet Union collaboration; 1959 |
| Scheduled Tribes | 32 tribes; major: Gond, Halba, Baiga, Korwa, Abujhmaria |
| Bastar Dussehra | 75 days — world's longest Dussehra festival |
| Agriculture Nickname | "Rice Bowl of India" |
| Godhan Nyay Yojana | Govt buys cow dung at Rs.2/kg from farmers |
Frequently Asked Questions – CG Police Syllabus
Q: Is the written exam in Hindi or English?
A: The exam paper is bilingual — both Hindi and English. Questions appear in both languages side by side. You can answer in either language (MCQ marking, so language of response is not relevant).
Q: Is there negative marking?
A: CG Police Constable written exam typically has no negative marking (confirm in official notification for that year's exam). Attempt all questions confidently.
Q: Which section is easiest to score in?
A: Maths (15 marks) is the most reliable scoring section — just 6 topic types, all from Class 8–10. Reasoning (20 marks) comes second with practice. Together, these 35 marks are your base score before attempting GK and Hindi.
Topic-wise Question Distribution (Estimated)
| Section | Topics | Marks | Safe Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| GK + CG GK | National GK (15) + CG GK (15) | 30 | 22–26 |
| Hindi | Grammar (15) + Comprehension (10) | 25 | 20–23 |
| Reasoning | Series, Coding, Blood, Direction | 20 | 17–19 |
| Maths | %/P-L/SI-CI/Ratio/T-W/TSD | 15 | 12–14 |
| Science | Physics/Chemistry/Biology (NCERT 8-10) | 10 | 7–9 |
| Total | 100 | 78–91 |
The cutoff for General category has historically ranged 60–70 out of 100. Scoring 78+ gives you a comfortable buffer. CG residents have an inherent advantage in the CG GK section — locals who know their state's geography, culture, and schemes often score 13–15/15 on CG GK alone.
Physical Training – Preparation Timeline
Start physical training at least 3 months before the exam. Week 1–4: Build base endurance. Run 2km daily, increasing by 500m each week. By week 4, you should run 3.5km comfortably. Week 5–8: Increase to 4–5km runs. Introduce interval training (400m sprints with 2-minute rest). Week 9–12: Full-distance practice runs. Male candidates: complete 5km in under 24 minutes (1 minute margin). Female candidates: complete 1.6km in under 8 minutes (30-second margin).
Chest expansion exercises (deep breathing, swimming, chest presses) help meet the 81–86 cm requirement for male candidates. Do these daily for 20 minutes.
Books and Resources for CG Police Constable Preparation
For CG GK: 'Chhattisgarh Samanya Gyan' by Yash Publications or any CG-specific GK book available at Raipur bookstores. For General Awareness: Lucent's General Knowledge (national topics). For Hindi: Lucent's Samanya Hindi. For Reasoning and Maths: RS Aggarwal's Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning, and Arithmetic by RS Aggarwal (Class 9-10 level). For Science: NCERT textbooks Class 8, 9, and 10 (Physics, Chemistry, Biology). Practice papers: CGPEB authorized CG Police Constable previous year paper compilations.
CG residents have a built-in advantage in CG GK — knowing your own state is free preparation. Use this advantage and pair it with strong Maths and Reasoning scores to cross the cutoff comfortably. Start preparation 3 months before the exam and dedicate daily time to both written and physical preparation.
Best of luck for CG Police Constable 2026!
