In a move to strengthen higher education and fill long-standing vacancies, the Higher Education Department of Chhattisgarh has launched a recruitment drive for 700 positions in government colleges. The recruitment includes 625 Assistant Professors, 50 Librarians, and 25 Sports Officers. Detailed vacancy information by subject and a reservation roster have been finalized by the department.
Proposals outlining educational qualifications, recruitment regulations, category-wise breakdowns, and exam syllabi were sent to the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission on February 24, 2026. The commission will issue an official notification and begin accepting online applications once administrative procedures are completed.
The recruitment drive prioritizes high-demand subjects like Hindi, English, Sociology, Political Science, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology, each with 50 Assistant Professor vacancies. Economics, History, and Geography have 25 posts each, while Computer Applications, Commerce, and Law have 15, 75, and 10 positions respectively. This allocation reflects the state’s focus on core academic areas to enhance teaching quality at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Including 50 Librarians will enhance library resources and research support in colleges, while the 25 Sports Officers will promote physical education and extracurricular activities to support holistic student development. The Higher Education Department highlights that these regular appointments will create a more robust academic environment, benefiting numerous students with consistent, high-quality education and improved facilities.
To ensure uninterrupted teaching during the recruitment process, the department has arranged for guest faculty members, many of whom hold PhDs and have cleared national eligibility tests, to temporarily fill sanctioned posts. This interim measure aims to maintain continuity and adhere to the National Education Policy 2020, emphasizing qualified educators and seamless learning. The recruitment initiative follows approvals from the Finance Department and the Chief Minister to address critical vacancies in higher education.
This recruitment drive is part of ongoing efforts to reduce faculty shortages in government colleges in Chhattisgarh, where numerous positions have long remained unfilled. Eligible candidates, including those with postgraduate degrees, NET/SET qualifications, and relevant experience, are encouraged to watch for the upcoming CGPSC advertisement. The process is expected to proceed swiftly, offering significant employment opportunities in the public sector and enhancing higher education standards in the state.
