CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 Notification Released
The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has released the Assistant Section Officer (ASO) Recruitment 2026 Notification for 100 vacancies. This recruitment is exclusively for non-recommended candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2024 available on the UPSC Pratibha Setu Portal. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online applications before 13 July 2026.
This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for UPSC CSE 2024 candidates who narrowly missed final selection but wish to join a prestigious Government of India organization.
CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 Overview
Particular Details
Organization Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)
Post Name Assistant Section Officer (ASO)
Total Vacancies 100
Job Location Across India
Advertisement No E-I/RC/2026/2
Application Mode Online
Registration Starts 23 June 2026
Last Date to Apply 13 July 2026 (5 PM)
Official Category Central Government Jobs
Important Dates
Online Application Starts: 23 June 2026
Last Date to Apply: 13 July 2026 (5:00 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment: 13 July 2026
Computer Proficiency Test: To be announced later.
Vacancy Details
Post – Vacancies
Assistant Section Officer (General) 61
Assistant Section Officer (Finance & Accounts) 18
Assistant Section Officer (Stores & Purchase) 21
Total 100
Salary
Selected candidates will receive:
Pay Level-7
₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
Dearness Allowance (DA)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Transport Allowance (TA)
Medical Benefits
Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
New Pension Scheme (NPS) and other Central Government benefits.
Educational Qualification
Applicants must:
Hold a recognized University Degree.
Be non-recommended candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 (CSE-2024) listed on the UPSC Pratibha Setu Portal.
Age Limit
Maximum Age:
33 Years (as on the closing date)
Age Relaxation:
SC/ST – 5 Years
OBC (NCL) – 3 Years
PwBD – Up to 15 Years
Ex-Servicemen – As per Government rules.
Application Fee
Category Fee
UR/OBC/EWS ₹500
SC/ST/Women/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen Nil
Selection Process
Selection will be conducted in two stages:
- Shortlisting based on UPSC CSE 2024 Marks (Mains + Personality Test)
- Computer Proficiency Test (Qualifying)
Final merit will be prepared based on UPSC CSE 2024 marks after qualifying the Computer Proficiency Test.
Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
Duration: 1 Hour
Total Marks: 100
Nature: Qualifying
The test includes:
MS Word
MS Excel
PowerPoint Presentation
Office Computer Skills
Minimum Qualifying Marks:
UR – 40%
EWS/OBC – 37%
SC/ST – 35%
PwBD – 30%
Documents Required
Candidates should keep ready:
Passport Size Photograph
Signature
Educational Certificates
UPSC CSE 2024 Mark Sheets
Category Certificate (if applicable)
Disability Certificate (if applicable)
Experience Certificate (if any)
Date of Birth Proof.
Why This Recruitment is Important?
This is a unique recruitment drive exclusively for candidates who appeared in UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 but were not recommended for final services. It provides an opportunity to secure a prestigious Central Government Group-B post with attractive salary and nationwide career growth.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should submit their online applications through the official CSIR recruitment portal before 13 July 2026. Read the notification carefully before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- How many vacancies are available in CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026?
A total of 100 Assistant Section Officer vacancies have been announced.
- Who can apply?
Only non-recommended candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 listed on the UPSC Pratibha Setu Portal.
- What is the last date to apply?
13 July 2026 (5:00 PM).
- What is the salary?
Pay Level-7 with salary ranging from ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 plus allowances.
- Is there any written examination?
No separate written examination. Shortlisting is based on UPSC CSE 2024 marks followed by a qualifying Computer Proficiency Test.
- What is the application fee?
₹500 for UR/OBC/EWS candidates. SC/ST/Women/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen are exempted.
- What is the age limit?
Maximum age is 33 years, with relaxation for reserved categories.
- Is this a permanent Central Government job?
Yes. It is a Group-B Non-Gazetted Central Government post under CSIR.
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