CG Vyapam Mandi Board Recruitment 2026: Exam Dates, 200+ Vacancies, and New Syllabus Details
If you are looking for a stable government job in Chhattisgarh, the CG Mandi Board (Chhattisgarh State Agricultural Marketing Board) has released one of the most awaited updates of the year. With the CG Vyapam 2026 Exam Calendar now official, aspirants for the posts of Mandi Nirikshak (Inspector) and Mandi Upnirikshak (Sub-Inspector) need to accelerate their preparation.
1. Key Exam Dates (Official 2026 Schedule)
According to the latest CG Vyapam calendar, the Mandi Board examinations are scheduled for the first half of the year.
Tentative Exam Date: April 26, 2026
Application Start: Expected March 2026
Exam Authority: Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CG Vyapam)
Official Website: vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in
2. Vacancy Details & Eligibility
The 2026 notification is expected to fill approximately 200+ posts.
Mandi Nirikshak (Inspector): Requires a Graduation degree from any recognized university.
Mandi Upnirikshak (Sub-Inspector): Open to all Graduates.
Age Limit: 21 to 35 years (Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC as per CG Government norms).
3. Updated Exam Pattern 2026
The exam consists of a single objective-type paper of 150 marks with a duration of 3 hours.
| Subject | Marks | Key Focus Areas |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture & Mandi Act | 35 | CG Mandi Adhiniyam, e-NAM, MSP |
| General Awareness | 25 | CG History, Geography & Current Affairs |
| Mathematics | 30 | Profit/Loss, Interest, Geometry |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | MS Office, Internet, Basic Hardware |
| Hindi & English | 20 | Grammar, Vocabulary |
| Reasoning | 20 | Analytical & Verbal Reasoning |
Warning: There is a 1/4th negative marking (0.25) for every incorrect answer. Do not guess blindly!
4. Preparation Strategy: The "Chhattisgarh Special"
To rank in the merit list, you must score high in the Agriculture and Chhattisgarh GK sections.
Mandi Adhiniyam: Study the Chhattisgarh Krishi Upaj Mandi Adhiniyam thoroughly. At least 10-15 questions are expected from this specific law.
CG Current Affairs: Focus on the "Godhan Nyay Yojana" and other recent agricultural schemes launched by the CG government.
Local Geography: Be clear on the soil types and major irrigation projects in the Bastar and Surguja divisions.
Conclusion
The CG Mandi Board exam is a high-competition but high-reward opportunity. With the exam set for late April 2026, now is the time to switch from general reading to solving Previous Year Question Papers (PYQs).
Stay tuned for our upcoming "CG Mandi Board Special" Mock Test Series!