Chhattisgarh Pre BEd Overview 2026

What is CG Pre BEd 2026?

CG Pre BEd stands for Chhattisgarh Pre Bachelor of Education Entrance Examination. It is a state-level entrance test conducted every year by the Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CG Vyapam) for admission to the 2-year B.Ed. (Bachelor of Education) degree programme in government and private colleges across Chhattisgarh.

The exam is the only recognised route for admission to B.Ed. colleges affiliated with Chhattisgarh's universities. The score is used exclusively for admission within the state. In 2025, more than 1.26 lakh candidates appeared for the exam, competing for around 14,700 B.Ed. seats. CG Pre BEd 2026 will enable admissions for the 2026–28 academic session.

SCERT Chhattisgarh (State Council of Educational Research and Training) manages the counselling and seat allotment process after the result. Colleges are affiliated with universities including Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University (Raipur), Hemchand Yadav Vishwavidyalaya (Durg), and Atal Bihari Vajpayee Vishwavidyalaya (Bilaspur).

CG Pre BEd 2026 Latest Updates

The CG Pre B.Ed 2026 exam was conducted on June 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM at exam centres in all 33 district headquarters across Chhattisgarh. The admit card had earlier been released on 1 June 2026.

CG Vyapam has released the provisional model answer key and results for the Pre B.Ed. 2026 entrance examination. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now download results as well as the set-wise answer key (Sets A, B, C, and D) and raise objections, if any, through their registered login on the official portal, vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in.

• The CG Pre B.Ed 2026 Result, along with the scorecard and combined merit list, is declared by the board on the official portal, vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in.
• CG Vyapam has released the provisional Model Answer Key for CG Pre B.Ed 2026, allowing candidates to match their responses against the official key and estimate their scores, with no negative marking applicable for wrong or unattempted questions.
• The exam was conducted on 11 June 2026, and the admit card had earlier been released on 1 June 2026.

CG Pre BEd 2026 Important Dates

Answer Key 2026

CG Vyapam has released the provisional model answer key for CG Pre B.Ed 2026. The answer key is available set-wise for Sets A, B, C, and D.

Candidates can match their responses against the official key to estimate their scores. There is no negative marking applicable for wrong or unattempted questions. Candidates can raise objections, if any, through their registered login on the official portal.

Result 2026

The CG Pre B.Ed 2026 result, along with the scorecard and combined merit list, is declared by the board on the official portal, vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in. The scorecard, the final answer key, and the combined merit list are all released together.

Candidates who appeared for the exam can download their results through their registered login on the official portal.

CG Pre BEd Cutoff 2026

The cutoff for CG Pre BEd 2026 will determine the minimum marks required for admission to B.Ed. colleges. The cutoff is released by the board after the result declaration.

Marks vs Rank 2026

The marks vs rank analysis for CG Pre BEd 2026 will help candidates understand their probable rank based on their score. This analysis is typically released after the result.

Counselling Process 2026

SCERT Chhattisgarh (State Council of Educational Research and Training) manages the counselling and seat allotment process after the result. Candidates who qualify will be called for counselling based on their merit rank.

Top B.Ed. Colleges Accepting CG Pre BEd Score

B.Ed. colleges affiliated with Chhattisgarh's universities accept CG Pre BEd scores for admission. These include colleges affiliated with Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University (Raipur), Hemchand Yadav Vishwavidyalaya (Durg), and Atal Bihari Vajpayee Vishwavidyalaya (Bilaspur).

CG Pre BEd 2026 Exam Overview

Chhattisgarh Pre B.Ed. Entrance Examination 2026 is a state-level exam for admission to the 2-year B.Ed. (Bachelor of Education) programme. The short name for the exam is CG Pre BEd 2026.

The exam is conducted by CG Vyapam (Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board). The academic session for this exam is 2026–28.

Source: CG Vyapam Official Website.

CG Pre BEd 2026: Exam Being Conducted Today (June 11)

The CG Pre BEd 2026 entrance examination is being held today, June 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM. CG Vyapam is conducting the exam in all 33 district headquarters of Chhattisgarh in offline, OMR-based mode.

The exam consists of 100 objective-type (MCQ) questions covering five sections — General Mental Ability, Teaching Aptitude, General Knowledge, General Hindi, and General English. Each question carries 1 mark and there is no negative marking, so candidates could attempt all 100 questions without penalty for wrong answers.

Candidates were required to carry their admit card, which was released on June 1, 2026, along with a valid photo ID. Entry without the admit card was not permitted at any exam centre.

After the exam, watch the official portal vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in for the provisional answer key, expected around June 13–20, 2026. Candidates can raise objections against any incorrect answer within the objection window.

What Happens After the CG Pre BEd 2026 Exam?

• CG Vyapam will release the provisional answer key within 1–2 weeks of the exam, expected around June 13–20, 2026.
• Candidates can submit objections against the provisional answer key through the official portal within the specified window.
• A final answer key will be published after reviewing all valid objections.
• The result and merit list are expected in July 2026, based on the final answer key.
• After the result, SCERT Chhattisgarh will conduct counselling for seat allotment in August–September 2026.

CG Pre BEd 2026 Important Dates

Candidates should keep track of all key events in the CG Pre BEd 2026 calendar. The table below shows upcoming milestones from today onward first, followed by past events.

CG Pre BEd 2026 Important Dates

The CG Pre BEd 2026 exam was held on June 11, 2026. The final answer key and result were released on July 16, 2026.

Dates from the answer key onward are expected based on CG Pre BEd 2025 trends. CG Vyapam will confirm official dates on vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in. In 2025, the result was out on July 10, 2025 and Round 1 seat allotment was on September 11, 2025.

CG Pre BEd 2026 Eligibility Criteria

CG Vyapam has set specific eligibility criteria for CG Pre BEd 2026. You must meet the academic qualification, minimum marks, age, and domicile requirements to be eligible for admission through this exam.

Academic Qualification

• You must have completed a Bachelor’s degree (minimum 3 years) from a university recognised by the UGC or state government.
• Candidates appearing in their final year of graduation in 2026 are eligible to apply provisionally. Their admission will be confirmed only after they submit their final year marksheet with the required percentage.
• Post-graduation degree holders are also eligible.

Minimum Marks Required

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 20 years as of December 31, 2026.
• Age relaxation is available for reserved category candidates as per the Chhattisgarh government norms.

Domicile Requirement

• A valid Chhattisgarh domicile certificate is required for state quota benefits during counselling.
• The exam is conducted across 33 districts of Chhattisgarh, and admissions are to colleges within the state only.

Provisional admissions will be cancelled if final-year students fail to submit their graduation marksheet with the required minimum percentage before the college’s stipulated deadline.

CG Pre BEd Application Form 2026

The CG Pre BEd 2026 application window closed on April 24, 2026. The process was entirely online through the official CG Vyapam portal.

Candidates applied between March 25, 2026 and April 24, 2026, with a correction window from April 25 to 27, 2026.

Application Fee 2026

The application fee is non-refundable. Payment was accepted online through debit card, credit card, UPI, or net banking via the CG Vyapam portal.

How to Apply for CG Pre BEd (For Future Reference)

The application process was fully online. Candidates had to visit the official CG Vyapam portal to fill the form.

Applicants needed to register, fill in personal and academic details, upload documents, and pay the application fee. The correction window allowed changes to the submitted form between April 25 and 27, 2026.

CG Pre BEd 2026 Application Process

The CG Pre BEd 2026 application process is conducted entirely online. No offline applications are accepted.

Follow these steps to complete your application:

• Visit the official website: vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in
• Click on the CG Pre BEd application link and register with your mobile number and email ID.
• Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, and category information carefully.
• Upload your photograph and signature as per the specified size and format guidelines.
• Select your preferred exam centre from the listed 33 district headquarters.
• Pay the application fee online and submit the form.
• Download and save the confirmation slip for future reference.

The entire process — registration, form fill, fee payment, and centre selection — is done online.

CG Pre BEd Admit Card 2026

The CG Pre BEd 2026 admit card was released on June 1, 2026, on the official CG Vyapam portal vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in. Candidates needed to download and carry their admit card to the exam hall today (June 11, 2026).

The admit card is not sent by post — it can only be downloaded online using the registered login credentials.

How to Download the CG Pre BEd Admit Card

• Visit vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in
• Click on the "Admit Card" or "Hall Ticket Download" link for CG Pre BEd 2026.
• Enter your registration number and date of birth or registered mobile number.
• Download the admit card as a PDF and take a clear printout on A4 paper.

Details on the CG Pre BEd Admit Card 2026

• Candidate's name, father's name, and roll number
• Photograph and signature
• Date, time, and shift of the exam
• Exam centre name and full address
• Reporting time and important exam day instructions

Documents Required on Exam Day

• Printed copy of the CG Pre BEd 2026 admit card (colour or black-and-white)
• One valid government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Driving Licence)
• Two recent passport-size photographs (same as uploaded in the application form)

Without a valid admit card, no candidate is allowed to enter the exam hall. Candidates who did not carry their admit card today were not permitted to appear for the CG Pre BEd 2026 exam.

CG Pre BEd Exam Pattern 2026

The CG Pre BEd 2026 exam is conducted in offline mode using OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) sheets. The paper has 100 objective-type questions (MCQs) for 100 marks.

The exam duration is 2 hours 15 minutes (10:00 AM to 12:15 PM). There is no negative marking in CG Pre BEd 2026, which means you can attempt all questions without risk.

Section-wise Exam Pattern

Key Points About the Exam Pattern

• Mode: Offline (pen and paper, OMR-based) at designated exam centres
• Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with 4 options per question
• Marking Scheme: +1 mark for each correct answer
• Negative Marking: None — no marks deducted for wrong or unattempted answers
• Language: Bilingual — Hindi and English
• Exam Centres: All 33 district headquarters of Chhattisgarh

General Mental Ability and Teaching Aptitude together carry 60 marks (60% of the total). These two sections are the most critical for a good CG Pre BEd 2026 score.

General Knowledge adds another 20 marks, making these three sections worth 80% of the total paper.

Time Management Strategy

The exam gives you 2 hours 15 minutes (135 minutes) for 100 questions. That works out to about 1 minute 21 seconds per question on average.

Since there is no negative marking, you should attempt all questions. Start with your strongest sections to secure easy marks early and build confidence for the remaining sections.

CG Pre BEd Syllabus 2026

The CG Pre BEd 2026 syllabus is divided into five sections. Knowing the exact topics helps you prepare efficiently and allocate study time in proportion to marks.

General Mental Ability and Teaching Aptitude each carry 30 marks — the highest weightage — so these deserve the most preparation time.

1. General Mental Ability (30 Marks)

This section tests your logical reasoning and problem-solving ability. It is highly scoring with regular practice.

Topics covered include:

• Analogy and Classification
• Number Series and Letter Series
• Spatial Visualisation and Figure Recognition
• Symbolic Language Interpretation
• Mathematical Operations and Pattern Matching
• Cube and Dice-based Questions
• Logical Reasoning and Analytical Thinking

2. Teaching Aptitude (30 Marks)

This section assesses your suitability and interest in the teaching profession. It evaluates your attitude towards students and your understanding of classroom dynamics.

Topics include:

CG Pre BEd 2026 Exam Pattern

The CG Pre BEd 2026 exam is a written test with multiple-choice questions. The total marks for the exam are 100.

The exam is divided into five sections. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.

Section-wise Breakdown

1. Mental Ability (30 Marks)

This section tests logical reasoning and analytical skills. Questions are based on standard mental ability topics.

• Number series, alphabet series, and letter series
• Coding and decoding
• Blood relations
• Direction sense
• Analogy and classification
• Venn diagrams
• Mathematical operations

2. Teaching Aptitude (30 Marks)

This section assesses a candidate's suitability for the teaching profession. It focuses on understanding children and the learning process.

• Attitude Towards Children and Adaptability
• Interest in the Teaching Profession
• Child Psychology for Age Group 11–17 Years
• Individual Differences and Learning Needs
• Teaching-Learning Process and Classroom Interaction
• Role of Teacher as a Facilitator
• Modern Teaching Methodologies and Innovations

3. General Knowledge (20 Marks)

This section covers static and current affairs topics with special emphasis on education-related policies. Topics include:

• Indian History: Cultural development, key events of the freedom struggle (1857–1947)
• Political Science / Civics: Fundamental rights, national symbols, Preamble, constitutional provisions
• Economics: GDP basics, education budget, employment schemes in India
• Geography: Natural resources, physical features, Indian states and capitals
• General Science: Important inventions, public health, environment basics
• Education Policies: RTE Act 2009, National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, national education commissions and recommendations

4. General Hindi (10 Marks)

• Grammar: Swar, Vyanjan, correct spellings, gender, number
• Word Formation: Tatsam, Tadbhav, Deshaj, and Videshi words
• Word Meanings: Synonyms (Paryayvachi), Antonyms (Vilom), Homonyms (Anekarthi)
• Language Teaching Skills: Listening, speaking, reading, and writing (LSRW)

5. General English (10 Marks)

• Grammar: Sentence types, clauses, tense forms, active and passive voice, modals
• Vocabulary: Prefixes and suffixes, synonyms, antonyms, one-word substitution
• Reading Comprehension: Short unseen passages
• Basic Writing: Sentence organisation and paragraph coherence

Source: CG Vyapam Official Notification 2026

CG Pre BEd Answer Key 2026

CG Vyapam will release the CG Pre BEd 2026 provisional answer key on its official portal after the exam. Based on past years, the answer key is expected around June 13–20, 2026.

In 2025, the provisional answer key was released within 2 weeks of the May 22, 2025 exam. The final answer key was published before the July 10, 2025 result.

How to Check the CG Pre BEd 2026 Answer Key

• Visit vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in
• Look for the "Answer Key" link for CG Pre BEd 2026 on the homepage or the exam’s dedicated page.
• The answer key is usually released as a PDF with the correct answer option marked for each question.
• Download the PDF and match your responses to calculate your estimated score.

How to Submit Objections Against the Answer Key

• If you believe any answer in the provisional key is incorrect, you can raise an objection through the official portal.
• Objections must be submitted online within the specified window, along with supporting reference material or textbook evidence.
• CG Vyapam reviews all valid objections and then releases the final answer key.
• The result is prepared solely on the basis of the final answer key — the provisional key is only for candidate reference.

Even before the official result, you can estimate your CG Pre BEd 2026 score by matching your answers with the provisional answer key. Since there is no negative marking, your score is simply the count of correct answers. This gives you an early indication of which college tier to target during counselling.

CG Pre BEd Result 2026

The CG Pre BEd 2026 result is expected in July 2026 at vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in. In 2025, the result was declared on July 10, 2025 — approximately 7 weeks after the May 22, 2025 exam.

Following the same pattern, the 2026 result may be released around late July 2026, roughly 6–7 weeks after the exam on June 11.

How to Check the CG Pre BEd 2026 Result

• Visit the official portal: vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in
• Click on the "Result" link for CG Pre BEd 2026.
• Log in using your registered mobile number and password.
• Download your scorecard in PDF format showing your marks, rank, and category rank.
• Take a printout and keep it safe — the scorecard is required for SCERT counselling.

Details on the CG Pre BEd Scorecard

• Candidate’s name, roll number, and registration number
• Category (UR / OBC / SC / ST / PwD)
• Section-wise marks obtained
• Total marks and overall merit rank
• Category-wise rank

CG Pre BEd 2025 Result: Key Statistics

CG Pre BEd 2025 Key Data

The CG Pre BEd 2025 exam was held on May 22, 2025. The result was declared on July 10, 2025.

Keep your CG Pre BEd 2026 scorecard safe. It is a mandatory document for the SCERT counselling process and for admission confirmation at your allotted college.

CG Pre BEd Cutoff 2026

CG Vyapam does not publish the CG Pre BEd 2026 cutoff as a fixed number. The cutoff emerges from the SCERT counselling process after the merit list is released.

It is the minimum score at which the last candidate in each category secures a seat in a particular college. Only around 275 seats exist in government B.Ed. colleges, so competition for those seats is far higher than for private colleges.

Factors Affecting the CG Pre BEd Cutoff

• Total candidates: In 2025, over 1.26 lakh candidates appeared for only 14,700 seats — a ratio of about 8.6 applicants per seat. A larger candidate pool drives the effective cutoff higher.
• Exam difficulty: A tougher paper brings scores down across the board, lowering the effective cutoff. In 2023, the topper scored 88.66; in 2025, the highest was 81, reflecting different difficulty levels.
• Seat availability: Government college seats (~275) attract far more demand than private seats (~14,400). Government college cutoffs are substantially higher.
• Reservation: Category-wise cutoffs are lower for SC, ST, and OBC candidates per Chhattisgarh government reservation norms.

CG Pre BEd Expected Cutoff 2026 (Category-Wise)

These ranges are estimates based on 2025 trends (topper: 81/100; 1.26 lakh candidates). Actual 2026 cutoffs will be determined after the result and counselling.

Cutoff also varies by specific college. A top government college will have a higher internal cutoff than the range above.

Previous Year Topper Scores (Reference)

The gap between 2023 and 2025 topper scores (88.66 vs 81) shows that difficulty varies significantly year to year. A tougher paper in 2025 pushed the effective qualifying bar lower compared to 2023, even though the number of candidates remained large in both years.

CG Pre BEd Marks vs Rank 2026 (Expected Analysis)

After the CG Pre BEd 2026 result is declared, CG Vyapam will release the merit list with individual marks and ranks. Based on 2025 data — 1,26,808 candidates appeared and the topper scored 81 out of 100 — here is an expected marks vs rank analysis for 2026.

CG Pre BEd 2026: Expected Marks vs Rank

This is an estimate based on 2025 data. Actual 2026 ranks depend on the total number of candidates who appeared and the final answer key. Official marks vs rank data will be available with the merit list after the result.

In 2025, roughly 14,700 seats were available for over 1.26 lakh candidates. Only about 11.6% of those who sat the exam could secure a seat. Competition for government college seats (~275) is far higher. A score of 60 or above gives a realistic chance at a decent private college in Chhattisgarh.

CG Pre BEd Counselling Process 2026

CG Pre BEd 2026 Counselling Process

SCERT Chhattisgarh will conduct the CG Pre BEd 2026 counselling after the merit list is released. Based on the 2025 pattern, counselling registration is expected to open in August 2026, with Round 1 seat allotment in September 2026. The entire process is conducted online at slcm.cgstate.gov.in/SCERTOnline/.

Step-by-Step Counselling Process

• Step 1 — Register for Counselling: Visit the SCERT portal and register using your CG Pre BEd 2026 roll number, registration number, and scorecard details.
• Step 2 — Pay Counselling Fee: Pay the counselling registration fee online. In 2025, the fee was ₹350 for General and OBC candidates and ₹200 for SC and ST candidates.
• Step 3 — Fill College Preferences: Choose your preferred B.Ed. colleges and courses in order of priority from all participating government and private colleges.
• Step 4 — Document Upload: Upload scanned copies of required documents. Physical verification may be required at the allotted college after seat allotment.
• Step 5 — Seat Allotment: SCERT allots seats based on your merit rank, college preferences, available seats, and reservation category. Round 1 allotment is expected in September 2026.
• Step 6 — Confirm Admission: Pay the college fee and report at your allotted college within the given deadline. Missing the deadline forfeits your allotted seat.

Documents Required for Counselling

• CG Pre BEd 2026 scorecard / merit list printout
• 10th and 12th marksheets and passing certificates
• All semester or year marksheets of the graduation degree
• Graduation degree or provisional certificate
• Chhattisgarh domicile certificate
• Category certificate (OBC / SC / ST / PwD, if applicable)
• Valid government-issued photo ID
• Recent passport-size photographs

CG Pre BEd 2025 Counselling Timeline (Reference)

Only candidates whose names appear in the official CG Pre BEd 2026 merit list can register for SCERT counselling. Keep your original documents and scorecard ready well before the counselling dates are announced.

Top B.Ed. Colleges Accepting CG Pre BEd Score

Your CG Pre BEd 2026 score gives you access to government and private B.Ed. colleges across all major cities in Chhattisgarh. There are approximately 14,700 total seats available for the 2026–28 session. Around 275 seats are in government colleges and the remaining are in private colleges spread across the state’s 33 districts.

Government B.Ed. Colleges in Chhattisgarh

Notable Private B.Ed. Colleges in Chhattisgarh

Affiliated Universities for B.Ed. in Chhattisgarh

• Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur
• Hemchand Yadav Vishwavidyalaya, Durg
• Atal Bihari Vajpayee Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur
• Bastar Vishwavidyalaya (Shaheed Mahendra Karma), Jagdalpur

Private B.Ed. colleges in Chhattisgarh typically have 75 to 100 seats each. Admission to all these colleges is done through the SCERT counselling portal based on your CG Pre BEd 2026 merit rank and college preferences. There is no separate direct admission process outside of SCERT counselling.

Preparation Tips for CG Pre BEd

If you are targeting the next CG Pre BEd entrance exam, here are section-wise strategies for each of the five sections. Since there is no negative marking, your goal is to maximise correct answers across all 100 questions — never leave any question unattempted.

General Mental Ability (30 Marks) — Top Priority

CG Pre BEd 2026 Exam Date

The CG Pre BEd 2026 exam is being conducted today, June 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM. The exam is held in offline mode at centres in all 33 district headquarters of Chhattisgarh. CG Vyapam (Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board) conducts the exam.

Conducting Body

CG Pre BEd is conducted by CG Vyapam, the Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CGPEB). After the result is declared, SCERT Chhattisgarh takes over and manages counselling and seat allotment through the portal slcm.cgstate.gov.in/SCERTOnline/. The official exam portal is vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in.

Eligibility Criteria

You must have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with at least 50% marks (General category) or 45% marks (SC/ST/OBC/PwD). Final-year graduation candidates can apply provisionally. The minimum age is 20 years as of December 31, 2026. A Chhattisgarh domicile certificate is required for state quota benefits during counselling.

Exam Pattern

CG Pre BEd 2026 has 100 MCQ questions for 100 marks in offline OMR mode over 2 hours 15 minutes (10:00 AM to 12:15 PM). There is no negative marking. The five sections are:

• General Mental Ability (30 marks)
• Teaching Aptitude (30 marks)
• General Knowledge (20 marks)
• General Hindi (10 marks)
• General English (10 marks)

Result Date

The CG Pre BEd 2026 result is expected in July 2026 at vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in. In 2025, the result was declared on July 10, 2025, about 7 weeks after the May 22, 2025 exam. Based on this pattern, the 2026 result may be out around late July 2026 — roughly 6–7 weeks after today’s June 11 exam.

Answer Key Release

The CG Pre BEd 2026 provisional answer key is expected around June 13–20, 2026, at vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in. In 2025, the answer key was released within 2 weeks of the exam. After the provisional key, there is an objection window. The final answer key is released after all objections are reviewed, and the result is based on it.

Preparation Strategy

General Mental Ability (30 Marks)

• This section carries the highest marks along with Teaching Aptitude. Give it the most preparation time.
• Practice analogy, classification, and series questions every day. Consistency builds both speed and accuracy.
• Cube and dice, and figure-based questions need visual practice — sketch the figures as you solve rather than reasoning purely in your head.
• Solving 3–4 previous year CG Pre BEd Mental Ability sections is the most effective way to understand the exact question style and difficulty.
• Target under 60 seconds per question in this section, leaving buffer time for tougher questions elsewhere.

Teaching Aptitude (30 Marks) — Top Priority

• Read about child development and psychology, especially for the 11–17 age group. Standard B.Ed. entrance preparation books cover this topic well.
• Questions test values and attitudes rather than memorised facts. When you see a classroom scenario, think from a student-centred, facilitating perspective — not an authoritative one.
• Study NEP 2020 highlights and RTE Act 2009 key provisions — they appear in both Teaching Aptitude and General Knowledge sections.
• Modern teaching methods like activity-based learning, collaborative learning, and inclusive education are frequently asked.

General Knowledge (20 Marks)

• Focus on Indian history from the 1857 revolt to 1947 — key events, leaders, and movements.
• Study constitutional provisions: fundamental rights, DPSP, Preamble, and major amendments.
• Education-related questions on national policies and commissions carry special weight in this section for B.Ed. exams specifically.
• Read a standard GK book for state-level competitive exams and supplement with a monthly current affairs digest.

General Hindi and General English (10 Marks Each)

• For Hindi: Revise gender, number, sandhi, samas, Tatsam-Tadbhav words, and synonyms/antonyms. These are the most frequently tested topics.
• For English: Focus on tense forms, active/passive voice, and modals. Prefix-suffix vocabulary questions are common and quick to score.
• Both sections carry 10 marks each. Do not over-invest time here at the cost of Mental Ability and Teaching Aptitude.
• Practising 15–20 grammar questions daily for 2–3 weeks is sufficient for both language sections.

General Study Strategy

• Solve the last 3–4 years’ CG Pre BEd question papers in timed conditions — this is the single most effective preparation tool available.
• With no negative marking, you must attempt all 100 questions. Even on uncertain questions, eliminating one or two options improves your odds.
• The paper is bilingual. If you understand a question better in one language, use that version to save time.
• In the exam hall, start with the section you are most confident in, then move to sections that need more time.

FAQs

What is the CG Pre BEd 2026 exam date?

The CG Pre BEd 2026 exam is being conducted today on June 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM. The exam is held in offline mode at centres in all 33 district headquarters of Chhattisgarh. CG Vyapam (Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board) conducts the exam.

Who conducts the CG Pre BEd entrance examination?

CG Pre BEd is conducted by CG Vyapam, the Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CGPEB). After the result is declared, SCERT Chhattisgarh takes over and manages counselling and seat allotment through the portal slcm.cgstate.gov.in/SCERTOnline/. The official exam portal is vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in.

What is the eligibility criteria for CG Pre BEd 2026?

You must have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with at least 50% marks (General category) or 45% marks (SC/ST/OBC/PwD). Final-year graduation candidates can apply provisionally. The minimum age is 20 years as of December 31, 2026. A Chhattisgarh domicile certificate is required for state quota benefits during counselling.

What is the exam pattern of CG Pre BEd 2026?

CG Pre BEd 2026 has 100 MCQ questions for 100 marks in offline OMR mode over 2 hours 15 minutes (10:00 AM to 12:15 PM). There is no negative marking. The five sections are: General Mental Ability (30 marks), Teaching Aptitude (30 marks), General Knowledge (20 marks), General Hindi (10 marks), and General English (10 marks).

When will the CG Pre BEd 2026 result be declared?

The CG Pre BEd 2026 result is expected in July 2026 at vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in. In 2025, the result was declared on July 10, 2025, about 7 weeks after the May 22, 2025 exam. Based on this pattern, the 2026 result may be out around late July 2026 — roughly 6–7 weeks after today’s June 11 exam.

When will the CG Pre BEd 2026 answer key be released?

The CG Pre BEd 2026 provisional answer key is expected around June 13–20, 2026, at vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in. In 2025, the answer key was released within 2 weeks of the exam. After the provisional key, there is an objection window. The final answer key is released after all objections are reviewed, and the result is based on it.

CG Pre BEd 2026 Expected Cutoff Marks

Based on 2025 data, a score of 70 or above gives a strong chance at a government B.Ed. college. The topper scored 81/100 and over 1.26 lakh candidates appeared in 2025.

For a good private college, 55–65 marks is a solid score. Below 40 marks makes seat confirmation uncertain given the competition level. Since there is no negative marking, always attempt all 100 questions.

Total Seats Available

Approximately 14,700 seats are available in government and private B.Ed. colleges in Chhattisgarh for the 2026–28 session. Around 275 seats are in government colleges and approximately 14,400 are in private colleges.

All seats are filled through SCERT counselling based on the CG Pre BEd 2026 merit list.

Counselling Schedule

SCERT Chhattisgarh is expected to start CG Pre BEd 2026 counselling registration in August 2026. In 2025, counselling began in the 1st week of September 2025, with Round 1 seat allotment released on September 11, 2025.

Registration will be at slcm.cgstate.gov.in/SCERTOnline/ once the official dates are announced.

Marking Scheme

There is no negative marking in CG Pre BEd 2026. Each correct answer gives +1 mark.

• Correct answer: +1 mark
• Wrong answer: 0 marks (no deduction)

This means you should attempt all 100 questions. Even a guess, after eliminating obviously wrong options, can add to your total score.

Application Fee

The CG Pre BEd 2026 application fee varied by category. The application window closed on April 24, 2026.

Payment was made online through the official CG Vyapam portal using debit card, credit card, UPI, or net banking.

Official Website and Disclaimer

The information provided is based on official notifications from CG Vyapam and previous year trends. Candidates should refer to the official website vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in for the latest updates on dates, results, and counselling schedules.

Dates for post-exam events (answer key, result, counselling) are expected based on 2025 patterns and will be confirmed by CG Vyapam officially.

CG Pre BEd 2026 Exam Date

The CG Pre BEd 2026 exam is being conducted today on June 11, 2026. The exam is held from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM in offline mode.

The exam takes place at centres in all 33 district headquarters of Chhattisgarh. CG Vyapam (Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board) conducts the exam.

Conducting Body

CG Pre BEd is conducted by CG Vyapam, the Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CGPEB). After the result is declared, SCERT Chhattisgarh takes over and manages counselling and seat allotment.

The counselling portal is slcm.cgstate.gov.in/SCERTOnline/. The official exam portal is vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree from a recognised university with at least 50% marks for the General category. SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates need 45% marks.

Final-year graduation candidates can apply provisionally. The minimum age is 20 years as of December 31, 2026.

A Chhattisgarh domicile certificate is required for state quota benefits during counselling.

Exam Pattern

CG Pre BEd 2026 has 100 MCQ questions for 100 marks. The exam is in offline OMR mode and lasts 2 hours 15 minutes (10:00 AM to 12:15 PM).

There is no negative marking. The five sections are:

• General Mental Ability: 30 marks
• Teaching Aptitude: 30 marks
• General Knowledge: 20 marks
• General Hindi: 10 marks
• General English: 10 marks

Result Date

The CG Pre BEd 2026 result is expected in July 2026 at vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in. In 2025, the result was declared on July 10, 2025, about 7 weeks after the May 22, 2025 exam.

Based on this pattern, the 2026 result may be out around late July 2026, roughly 6-7 weeks after the June 11 exam.

Answer Key Release

The CG Pre BEd 2026 provisional answer key is expected around June 13-20, 2026, at vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in. In 2025, the answer key was released within 2 weeks of the exam.

After the provisional key, there is an objection window. The final answer key is released after all objections are reviewed, and the result is based on it.

Good Score

Based on 2025 data, the topper scored 81/100 and over 1.26 lakh candidates appeared. A score of 70 or above gives a strong chance at a government B.Ed. college.

For a good private college, 55-65 marks is a solid score. Below 40 marks makes seat confirmation uncertain given the competition level.

Since there is no negative marking, always attempt all 100 questions.

Number of Seats

Approximately 14,700 seats are available in government and private B.Ed. colleges in Chhattisgarh for the 2026-28 session. Around 275 seats are in government colleges.

Approximately 14,400 seats are in private colleges. All seats are filled through SCERT counselling based on the CG Pre BEd 2026 merit list.

Counselling Schedule

SCERT Chhattisgarh is expected to start CG Pre BEd 2026 counselling registration in August 2026. In 2025, counselling began in the 1st week of September 2025.

Round 1 seat allotment was released on September 11, 2025. Registration will be at slcm.cgstate.gov.in/SCERTOnline/ once the official dates are announced.

Negative Marking

No, there is no negative marking in CG Pre BEd 2026. Each correct answer gives +1 mark.

Wrong answers carry zero marks, with no deduction. This means you should attempt all 100 questions. Even a guess, after eliminating obviously wrong options, can add to your total score.

Application Fee

The CG Pre BEd 2026 application fee varied by category:

The application window closed on April 24, 2026. Payment was made online through the official CG Vyapam portal using debit card, credit card, UPI, or net banking.