Dantewada Bastar Fighter Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline Constable 128 Posts
Chhattisgarh Police (CG Police), Dantewada has published an official recruitment notification for 128 Bastar Fighter Constable (बस्तर फाइटर आरक्षक) posts in the Special Executive Force, open only to Dantewada District permanent local residents. The 128 openings include 93 vacancies for Scheduled Tribes (ST), 17 for OBC, 11 for SC, and 07 for Unreserved. Eligible applicants who have completed Class 10th (or Class 5th for ST and Naxal-affected / relief camp families) can submit their offline application form in person at specified police offices or send it by registered Indian post between 02 November 2026 and 12 December 2026 (up to 05:00 PM).
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 30 October 2026 |
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| Offline Application Start Date | 02 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 12 December 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Document Verification & PMT Date | To be announced |
| Physical Test (PET) & Written Exam | To be notified soon |
Application Fee
| General / OBC Candidates | Rs. 0/- (Nil) |
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| SC / ST Candidates | Rs. 0/- (Nil) |
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
| Minimum Age Limit | 18 Years |
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| Maximum Age Limit | 28 Years (General / UR) |
| SC / ST / OBC Candidates | Maximum 33 Years (05 Years relaxation) |
| Local Female Candidates of Dantewada | Maximum 38 Years (10 Years relaxation) |
| Chhattisgarh Govt Employees | Up to 36 Years |
| Domicile | Must be a permanent resident of Dantewada District (Chhattisgarh). |
Physical Standards (PMT)
| Height | Male (UR / OBC / SC): 163 cm | Male (ST): 150 cm Female (UR / OBC / SC): 153 cm | Female (ST): 148 cm |
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| Chest (Male Candidates Only) | UR / OBC / SC: 79 cm (Normal) | 84 cm (Expanded) ST Candidates: 74 cm (Normal) | 79 cm (Expanded) Minimum 5 cm expansion is mandatory. Females are exempted. |
Dantewada Bastar Fighter Vacancy 2026: Total 128 Posts
| Domicile | Exclusively for permanent local residents of Dantewada District (Chhattisgarh). |
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| General / OBC / SC | Passed Class 10th (High School) from a school located in Chhattisgarh or Madhya Pradesh. |
| ST Candidates & Naxal-Affected Families | Minimum Class 5th Pass for Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates and members of families residing in relief camps / affected by Naxal violence. |
| Physical Fitness | Must be free from physical disability, knock-knee, flat-foot, and colour blindness. |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 Posts |
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| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 17 Posts |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 Posts |
| Unreserved (UR) | 07 Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 128 Posts |
| Horizontal Reservation | 30% for local women, 25% for Home Guards (Nagar Sainik), 15% for Sahayak Arakshak, 10% for Ex-Servicemen, and 10% for Ex-Agniveers. |
Selection Process & Examination Scheme
| Stage 1 | Document Verification & Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Screening of domicile, certificates, height, and chest expansion. |
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| Stage 2 | Physical Efficiency Test (PET - 100 Marks): Long Jump: 20 Marks High Jump: 20 Marks Shot Put (गोला फेंक): 20 Marks 100 Meter Run: 20 Marks 800 Meter Run: 20 Marks Qualifying Marks: 60% (60 marks) for UR; 50% (50 marks) for SC / ST / OBC. |
| Stage 3 | Written Examination (50 Marks): Objective-type MCQ test covering General Knowledge, Reasoning, Local Geography, Culture, Traditions, and Elementary Arithmetic. Candidates equal to 15 times the vacancies will be shortlisted based on PET marks. |
| Stage 4 | Personal Interview: 20 Marks. |
| Stage 5 | Bonus Marks (Maximum 30 Marks): Proficiency in Local District Dialect (Gondi / Halbi): 20 Marks Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) Driving License: 05 Marks NCC “C” Certificate OR NSS “C” Certificate: 05 Marks |
How to Apply Offline for Dantewada Bastar Fighter Recruitment 2026
- Go to the official website of Chhattisgarh Police at cgpolice.gov.in or dantewada.cgpolice.gov.in.
- Get the official advertisement, the format of the application form (बस्तर फाइटर आरक्षक आवेदन पत्र), and the receipt slip (पावती).
- Take a printout on regular A4 paper and complete each section clearly in Hindi or English capital letters.
- Paste a recent passport-size colour photograph (taken within the last 3 months) inside the marked box.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all required records: Dantewada District Permanent Local Residence / Domicile Certificate (Mandatory); Caste Certificate (ST / SC / OBC) from an authorized official; Educational Marksheet & Certificate (5th pass marksheet for ST/Naxal-affected; 10th marksheet for UR/OBC/SC); Date of Birth Proof (School Marksheet or Birth Certificate); Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) Driving License / NCC “C” / NSS “C” certificate (if seeking bonus marks); Relief camp / Naxal-affected certificate from a competent authority (if applicable); and an Aadhaar Card or Voter ID card copy.
- Step 6 (In-Person Submission): Applicants may deliver their sealed application packet during office hours directly to any of these 3 locations in Dantewada district: Office of the Superintendent of Police, District Dantewada; Sub-Divisional Officer (Police) Office, Kirandul; or Police Station, Geedam.
- Step 7 (Postal Submission): Alternatively, candidates can dispatch the envelope by Registered Indian Post to the Office of the Superintendent of Police, District Dantewada, Chhattisgarh - 494449.
- Make sure the packet arrives at the assigned office on or before 12 December 2026 (up to 05:00 PM). If submitting in person, collect the signed receipt slip (पावती) and retain it safely for future recruitment rounds.
Important Links
- Official Website (Chhattisgarh Police)
- Official Website (Dantewada Police)
- Download Notification PDF & Application Form
Before Applying
Always consult the official notification to check the full eligibility conditions, age limits, education qualification, fee terms, and other rules before sending your application form.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for Dantewada Bastar Fighter Recruitment 2026?
Notification Release Date: 30 October 2026; Offline Application Start Date: 02 November 2026; Last Date for Application Submission: 12 December 2026 (05:00 PM); Document Verification & PMT Date: To be announced.
How many posts are there in Dantewada Bastar Fighter Recruitment 2026?
Total Vacancies: 128 Posts.
What is the application fee for Dantewada Bastar Fighter Recruitment 2026?
General / OBC Candidates: Rs. 0/- (Nil); SC / ST Candidates: Rs. 0/- (Nil).
What is the age limit for Dantewada Bastar Fighter Recruitment 2026?
Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years; Maximum Age Limit: 28 Years (General / UR).
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.