The Chhattisgarh High Court, Bilaspur has released recruitment details for 38 Data Entry Operator posts, and the online form is being handled through the CG Vyapam portal. For most candidates, the first things to check are the application dates, qualification route, age limit for Chhattisgarh and non-Chhattisgarh residents, and whether the selection is based on a written test alone or followed by a skill test. This page brings those points together in a direct format so you can decide quickly whether you are eligible and what to do next.
The post is placed in Level-6 of the pay matrix with a salary range of ₹25,300 to ₹80,500. The notification indicates that the recruitment process includes a Phase I written screening test and a Phase II skill test. It also states that the final merit is to be prepared on the basis of the skill test, not the screening test marks. Candidates should also note that the recruitment and appointment are stated to be subject to the final outcome of S.L.P. (C) No. 19668/2022 before the Supreme Court of India.
If you are planning to apply, focus on three practical checks before submission: whether your degree route matches the prescribed qualification, whether you meet the age condition as on 01 January 2026, and whether your profile, category, domicile and technical documents are ready for the online form and later verification. The important dates, vacancy breakup, selection stages and official links are given below.
Recruitment overview
Chhattisgarh High Court DEO Recruitment 2026 is for 38 Data Entry Operator posts in the High Court of Chhattisgarh, Bilaspur. The online process is being conducted through the CG Vyapam portal. This is a court-related state government recruitment, so candidates should read the qualification, typing requirement, domicile-linked age limit and selection method carefully before applying.
The post carries Level-6 pay matrix of ₹25,300 to ₹80,500. The recruitment notice also states that the number of posts and reserved posts may vary. Another important point mentioned in the recruitment details is that the process is subject to the final outcome of S.L.P. (C) No. 19668/2022 before the Supreme Court of India.
- Recruiting institution: High Court of Chhattisgarh, Bilaspur
- Conducting portal: CG Vyapam
- Post: Data Entry Operator
- Total posts: 38
- Advertisement number: 01/II-14-1/2026 (DEO)
Important dates
The most important dates for applicants are the online form period, correction window and the tentative schedule for the written examination. Candidates should not wait for the last date because profile registration, document matching and fee confirmation can take time.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | April 2026 |
| Application start date | 20 April 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 12 May 2026 |
| Error correction window | 13 May 2026 to 15 May 2026 up to 5:00 PM |
| Admit card release | 22 June 2026 (tentative) |
| Phase I written exam | 28 June 2026, 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM (tentative) |
| Age cut-off date | 01 January 2026 |
If the official schedule is revised later, candidates should follow the latest update on the CG Vyapam portal.
Vacancy breakup
The 38 vacancies are distributed category-wise, with separate reservation for women within categories. In addition, 4 posts are shown as horizontally reserved for persons with disabilities.
| Category | Posts | Women included |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 19 | 5 |
| SC | 7 | 2 |
| ST | 7 | 2 |
| OBC | 5 | 1 |
| Total | 38 | 10 |
The recruitment details also mention horizontal reservation for 4 posts for eligible PwD categories as per applicable rules. Candidates claiming reservation should make sure their certificates and category details are exactly consistent with the application form.
Eligibility and educational qualification
This recruitment is not limited to only one degree title. The qualification route is broader, but the degree must meet the exact conditions given in the recruitment details. Candidates also need the required technical and typing knowledge.
- Candidate must be a citizen of India.
- Second class bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related subject from a recognized university; or
- Second class bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with PGDCA from a recognized university; or
- Second class bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with DOE O level course.
- Working knowledge of Unix, open source software or Windows NT is required.
- Working knowledge of operating systems and office application suites is desirable.
- Knowledge of Hindi and English typing is expected.
- Preference is given to candidates who have passed typewriting examination in Hindi and English from a recognized board.
Candidates should also satisfy general service conditions relating to character, physical and mental fitness, and other eligibility rules mentioned in the recruitment notification.
Age limit and relaxation
The age condition is different for bonafide residents of Chhattisgarh and candidates from outside the state. The cut-off date for age is 01 January 2026.
| Category | Age limit |
|---|---|
| General / non-Chhattisgarh residents | 21 to 30 years |
| Bonafide residents of Chhattisgarh | 21 to 40 years |
| SC / ST / OBC of Chhattisgarh | 5 years relaxation in upper age limit |
| Women who are local residents of Chhattisgarh | 10 years relaxation in upper age limit |
| Government servants | Additional 5 years over and above applicable relaxation |
| PwD candidates | As per applicable Chhattisgarh government rules |
| Maximum age with all relaxations | 45 years |
Before applying under a reserved or domicile-linked category, candidates should make sure they can produce valid documentary proof at verification stage.
Selection process
The selection process has two stages and candidates should understand one key point clearly: the written test is only a screening stage. Final merit is to be prepared on the basis of the Phase II skill test.
- Phase I written screening test
- Phase II skill test
- Document verification
- Publication of select list and waiting list
Candidates are to be called for the skill test in the ratio of 1:15 on the basis of written test performance. After the merit material is received category-wise, the High Court publishes the relevant lists and conducts document verification. In case of a tie in skill test marks, the older candidate is placed higher. If the date of birth is also the same, preference is to be given to the candidate who has passed the typewriting examination in both Hindi and English from a recognized board.
Written exam and skill test pattern
The Phase I written test is described as a 100-mark multiple-choice screening paper. There is no negative marking in Phase I. The Phase II skill test carries 50 marks, and the final merit is based on those marks.
| Phase | Component | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Phase I | Reasoning | 15 |
| Phase I | Quantitative Aptitude | 15 |
| Phase I | English | 15 |
| Phase I | General Studies and General Knowledge | 15 |
| Phase I | Computer | 40 |
| Phase II | Skill Test | 50 |
The computer part includes topics such as Unix or open source software, NT or operating system, MS Windows and Ubuntu, word processing, spreadsheet, PowerPoint, Access, LAN, antivirus, network and internet. Candidates should check the official notification and admit card for any further instructions about the skill test format.
How to apply online
The application has to be submitted online through the CG Vyapam system. Offline applications are not part of this recruitment process.
- Visit the CG Vyapam portal.
- Complete profile registration if required.
- Open the High Court of Chhattisgarh Data Entry Operator recruitment link for HDEO26.
- Fill personal, educational, category and domicile details carefully.
- Upload photograph, signature and other required documents in the prescribed format.
- Review all entries before final submission.
- Check the live fee amount shown on the portal, if applicable, and complete payment through the prescribed online mode.
- Download and save the submitted application form for future use.
Because corrections are allowed only for a limited period, it is better to complete the form early and verify every entry before final submission.
Admit card, exam cities and documents to keep ready
The written examination is tentatively scheduled in Bilaspur and Raipur. Admit cards are expected to be released on the CG Vyapam website on 22 June 2026. Candidates should monitor the portal regularly near the exam date instead of depending on third-party sites.
- Printed copy of application form
- Profile registration details, if applicable
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature files
- Degree mark sheets and qualifying certificate
- PGDCA or DOE O level certificate, if claiming eligibility through that route
- Domicile certificate for Chhattisgarh age benefit or reservation, where applicable
- Caste certificate, women reservation proof or disability certificate, where applicable
- Valid photo identity proof
- Typing qualification certificate, if available
No candidate should assume that the exam city, admit card date or any other schedule item will remain unchanged. Always follow the latest official update on the portal.
Salary and service conditions
Selected candidates will be appointed in Level-6 of the Chhattisgarh government pay matrix with a pay range of ₹25,300 to ₹80,500. Usual allowances and benefits are to be governed by the applicable state rules.
The recruitment details also indicate that appointees will be kept on probation as per the applicable rules after joining. Candidates appearing in recruitment tests should note that no TA or DA is ordinarily admissible for appearing in the tests. The process also remains subject to the final outcome of the case mentioned in the recruitment notice, so applicants should keep a record of the official notification and future updates.
Official Links
Frequently Asked Questions
A total of 38 Data Entry Operator posts have been announced.
The online application window runs from 20 April 2026 to 12 May 2026, with correction allowed from 13 May to 15 May 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
Candidates need a second class bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related subject, or a bachelor’s degree with PGDCA, or a bachelor’s degree with DOE O level, along with the required computer and typing knowledge.
As on 01 January 2026, the age limit is 21 to 30 years for non-Chhattisgarh residents and 21 to 40 years for bonafide residents of Chhattisgarh, with additional relaxations for eligible reserved categories.
The selection process includes a written screening test, a skill test and document verification. Final merit is prepared on the basis of the skill test.
The Phase I written exam is tentatively scheduled for 28 June 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM.
Candidates should verify the live fee amount on the CG Vyapam application portal before final submission, as fee details should be checked directly on the official form.