Introdution to CSIR Assistant Section Officer Recruitment 2026
The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has officially announced 100 vacancies for Assistant Section Officer under CSIR Assistant Section Officer Recruitment 2026. This recruitment is exclusively for non-recommended candidates of UPSC's Civil Services Examination 2024, who hold a valid University degree and appear on the UPSC Pratibha Setu Portal. The online application for CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 opened from June 23 (10 AM), 2026, and will close on July 13 (5 PM), 2026. Interested candidates are requested to download and refer to the official notification before applying.
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Key Takeaways from CSIR Recruitment PDF 2026
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CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 - Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Post Code | UR | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASO (General) | ASO | 23 | 09 | 04 | 17 | 08 | 61 |
| ASO (Finance & Accounts) | ASO | 07 | 02 | 02 | 06 | 01 | 18 |
| ASO (Stores & Purchase) | ASO | 08 | 02 | 02 | 06 | 03 | 21 |
| Total | - | 38 | 13 | 08 | 29 | 12 | 100 |
CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 - PwBD Vacancy Breakdown
| Disability Type | Posts |
|---|---|
| Blindness and Low Vision | 02 (including 01 backlog) |
| Deaf and Hard of Hearing | 01 |
| Locomotor disability (CP, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims, Muscular Dystrophy) | 02 (including 01 backlog) |
| Autism, Intellectual Disability, Specific Learning Disability & Mental Illness | 02 |
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Essential Eligibility Criteria for CSIR Assistant Section Officer Jobs
- Applicants must hold a University Degree.
- Applicants must be non-recommended candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 (CSE 2024).
- There is no branch or subject restriction on the degree.
- Applicants whose details appear on the UPSC Pratibha Setu Portal.
Age Limit for CSIR Assistant Section Officer Jobs
- Upper Age Limit - 33 years as of 13 July 2026.
- SC / ST - 5 years relaxation
- OBC - 3 years relaxation
- PwBD - 10 years + category relaxation years
- Ex-Servicemen - 3 years after deducting actual Military service from age on closing date
- CSIR Departmental Candidates - 5 years relaxation
- Any Other Category - No relaxation
Selection Process for CSIR Assistant Section Officer Jobs
- 1Application Screening
- 2Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
- 3Final Merit List
- 4Cadre Allocation
- 5Document Verification
CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 - CPT Pattern
- 100 marks in 1 hour duration
- Candidates who fail to secure minimum marks will be disqualified from this recruitment
- CPT will be held in Delhi tentatively.
Category-wise Minimum Qualifying Marks for CPT
- UR - 40%
- EWS - 37%
- OBC - 37%
- SC - 35%
- ST - 35%
- All PwBD Categories - 30%
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CSIR Assistant Section Officer Jobs - Salary & Benefits Structure
| Pay Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 7, Cell 1 |
| Pay Range | ₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400 |
| DA | As applicable at Central Government rates |
| HRA | As applicable (not admissible if CSIR accommodation availed) |
| Transport Allowance | As per Central Government rates |
| Medical Reimbursement | Available as per CSIR rules |
| Leave Travel Concession | Available |
| House Building Advance | Available |
| Pension | New Pension System (NPS) w.e.f. 01.01.2004 |
| Probation Period | 2 Years from date of joining |
How to Apply for CSIR Assistant Section Officer Recruitment 2026?
- 1Visit the official online application portal and click 'Apply Online' to register using your UPSC Roll number. A User ID and Password will be sent to your registered email and phone number.
- 2Log in with the received credentials and complete the 'Profile Page'. Once locked, the profile page cannot be modified.
- 3Fill out the application form with accurate details.
- 4Upload all clear scanned copies of the required documents.
- 5Preview the application and submit the form. An application number will be generated.
- 6Pay the application fee via SBI Collect (if applicable). Download the e-Receipt and upload it to the application before the deadline.
- 7Save a copy of the submitted form for future reference.
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Application Fee for CSIR Assistant Section Officer Jobs
- Unreserved (UR), OBC (NCL), EWS - Rs. 500
- Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen - NIL
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