CGPSC Prelims (CGPSC (Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission) — Preliminary General Studies) — Free Online Mock Test
CGPSC Preliminary exam practice (Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission). 100 MCQ across General Studies, Chhattisgarh General Knowledge, Indian Polity, History & Culture, Current Affairs and Aptitude. Full-length mock with a topic-wise chapter-test series. English medium. · Official language: English & Hindi.
CGPSC Prelims exam at a glance
CGPSC Prelims key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC / Chhattisgarh Rajya Lok Seva Aayog). |
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| Official website | psc.cg.gov.in — CGPSC ↗ |
| Mode | OMR-based offline objective (pen-and-paper). |
| Frequency | Held as the State Service Examination when notified (broadly annual). |
| Scoring & marking | The CGPSC State Service Prelims has two compulsory objective papers of 100 questions × 2 marks = 200 marks each (2 hours each) — Paper I General Studies and Paper II General Aptitude — with 1/3 negative marking. Paper II is qualifying only (33% for general, lower for reserved categories); only Paper I decides the Prelims cut-off. The Prelims is a screening stage — its marks are not counted in the final merit. |
| Score validity | Used to shortlist for the Mains of the same cycle. |
| Language | English and Hindi (bilingual; Hindi is the primary state medium). |
Who is eligible for CGPSC Prelims?
A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university; age limits with category relaxations.
Last verified August 2026 against CGPSC (official), Drishti IAS — CGPSC exam pattern. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
CGPSC Prelims section breakdown
The CGPSC Prelims mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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Chhattisgarh General Knowledge (15 Q)
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General Studies (30 Q)
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Current Affairs (18 Q)
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Quantitative Aptitude (22 Q)
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Reasoning (15 Q)
CGPSC Prelims scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: CGPSC Prelims has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: CGPSC Prelims (out of 100).
How CGPSC Prelims is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
CGPSC Prelims time strategy
With 100 questions in 94 minutes, you have about 56 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- Chhattisgarh General Knowledge (15 Q)
- General Studies (30 Q)
- Current Affairs (18 Q)
- Quantitative Aptitude (22 Q)
- Reasoning (15 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
CGPSC Prelims topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of CGPSC Prelims, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Chhattisgarh General Knowledge (15 Q)
- GK-CG — Economy · 5
- GK-CG — Environment · 5
- GK-CG — Culture · 3
- GK-CG — Polity · 1
- GK-CG — Geography · 1
General Studies (30 Q)
- Geography — India · 5
- Geography — Climate · 2
- Economy — Banking · 2
- Environment — Conservation · 2
- Environment — Symbols · 2
- Environment — Legislation · 2
- Geography — History · 1
- Geography — Soil · 1
Current Affairs (18 Q)
- Current Affairs 2023-2025 · 18
Quantitative Aptitude (22 Q)
- Quant — Mensuration · 5
- Quant — LCM & HCF · 4
- Quant — Interest · 4
- Quant — Percentage · 3
- Quant — Profit & Loss · 2
- Quant — Average · 2
- Quant — Calendars · 1
- Quant — Ages · 1
Reasoning (15 Q)
- Reasoning — Ranking · 5
- Reasoning — Series · 3
- Reasoning — Calendar · 3
- Reasoning — Clock · 2
- Reasoning — Verbal Logic · 2
CGPSC Prelims difficulty calibration
Intermediate tier. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep.
CGPSC Preliminary exam practice (Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission). 100 MCQ across General Studies, Chhattisgarh General Knowledge, Indian Polity, History & Culture, Current Affairs and Aptitude. Full-length mock with a topic-wise chapter-test series. English medium. · Official language: English & Hindi.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's CGPSC Prelims bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for CGPSC Prelims
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
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Expert take: what CGPSC Prelims really tests
The CGPSC State Service Examination is Chhattisgarh’s flagship civil-services exam (Prelims → Mains → interview) recruiting officers such as Deputy Collectors and DSPs. Its Prelims is a two-paper, 400-mark objective screen — a merit-deciding GS paper plus a qualifying aptitude paper — that closely mirrors the UPSC template with 1/3 negative marking.
Preparation tips
- Master Chhattisgarh-specific GK (state polity, geography, culture, current affairs) — heavy in Paper I.
- Manage the 1/3 negative marking with disciplined attempting.
- Secure the 33% aptitude qualifier early so prep can centre on GS.
⚠️ Common mistakes to avoid
- Neglecting the qualifying Paper II and failing to clear 33%, which invalidates the attempt.
- Reckless guessing under the 1/3 penalty.
CGPSC Prelims study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- General studies (Paper I)
- Chhattisgarh polity, geography, culture
- Current affairs
- Clear Paper II (aptitude) 33%
- Reasoning & numeracy
- Revision
- 1/3 negative-marking discipline
- Full OMR mocks
- Previous CGPSC papers
Where CGPSC Prelims can take you
A strong CGPSC Prelims result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Chhattisgarh services
- State civil services
Best books & official prep for CGPSC Prelims
- Official notification & syllabus — CGPSC
Official practice: CGPSC publishes the notification and syllabus on psc.cg.gov.in.
Previous-year papers: CGPSC previous-year papers are widely available.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the CGPSC Prelims exam pattern?
- CGPSC (Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission) — Preliminary General Studies contains 100 questions across 5 sections: Chhattisgarh General Knowledge (15 Q), General Studies (30 Q), Current Affairs (18 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (22 Q), Reasoning (15 Q). Total duration is 94 minutes (about 56 seconds per question).
- Does CGPSC Prelims have negative marking?
- No — CGPSC Prelims has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is CGPSC Prelims scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. CGPSC Prelims (out of 100).
- How can I practise CGPSC Prelims online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length CGPSC Prelims mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of CGPSC Prelims?
- CGPSC Prelims is rated Intermediate difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep. CGPSC Preliminary exam practice (Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission). 100 MCQ across General Studies, Chhattisgarh General Knowledge, Indian Polity, History & Culture, Current Affairs and Aptitude. Full-length mock with a topic-wise chapter-test series. English medium. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the CGPSC Prelims exam?
- CGPSC Prelims runs for 94 minutes total across 5 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in CGPSC Prelims?
- CGPSC Prelims is split into: Chhattisgarh General Knowledge (15 Q), General Studies (30 Q), Current Affairs (18 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (22 Q), Reasoning (15 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. CGPSC Preliminary exam practice (Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission). 100 MCQ across General Studies, Chhattisgarh General Knowledge, Indian Polity, History & Culture, Current Affairs and Aptitude. Full-length mock with a topic-wise chapter-test series. English medium. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during CGPSC Prelims?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the CGPSC Prelims test adaptive?
- No — CGPSC Prelims is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many CGPSC Prelims mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct CGPSC Prelims variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 5000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free CGPSC Prelims test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge CGPSC Prelims test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are CGPSC Prelims previous year question–style papers included?
- Every CGPSC Prelims mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 100-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free CGPSC Prelims mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's CGPSC Prelims mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the CGPSC Prelims mock test on mobile?
- Yes. CGPSC Prelims mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the CGPSC Prelims syllabus?
- The CGPSC Prelims syllabus maps to its 5 sections: Chhattisgarh General Knowledge (15 Q), General Studies (30 Q), Current Affairs (18 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (22 Q), Reasoning (15 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for CGPSC Prelims?
- Eligibility for CGPSC Prelims — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic CGPSC Prelims practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the CGPSC Prelims exam and how should I prepare?
- Official CGPSC Prelims exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free CGPSC Prelims mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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