CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 100 Assistant Section Officer Posts

Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
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Overview

CSIR invites applications for 100 Assistant Section Officer (ASO) vacancies across three cadres: General, Finance & Accounts, and Stores & Purchase. This recruitment is targeted at non-recommended UPSC CSE-2024 candidates who hold a university degree. The online application window opens 23 June 2026 and closes 13 July 2026. The ASO is a Group B (Non-Gazetted) position at Pay Level 7, with a pay range of ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 per month, plus applicable allowances and central government benefits.

Total Vacancies

100

Age Limit

TBA - 33y

Age Details

Not exceeding 33 years as on 13 July 2026.

Eligibility

Essential Qualification

Candidates must hold a university degree and must be non-recommended candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 (CSE-2024), as per details available on the UPSC Pratibha Setu Portal. There is no restrictive requirement on the field of study if the CSE-2024 condition is met.

Age Limit

Not exceeding 33 years as on 13 July 2026. Age relaxations are applicable as per category guidelines (SC/ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and CSIR departmental candidates).

Important Dates

Application Start

TBA

Application End

13/07/26

Date Details

Important Dates

  • Online Application Start Date: 23 June 2026 (10:00 AM)
  • Last Date for Application Submission: 13 July 2026 (05:00 PM)
  • Last Date for Fee Payment: 13 July 2026 (05:00 PM)
  • CPT Date: To be announced (tentatively Delhi)

Application Fees

Fees (Online via SBI Collect)

  • UR/OBC/EWS: ₹500
  • Women, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen: NIL Fees must be paid online and e-Receipts uploaded before the deadline.

How to Apply

Important Instructions

  • Applications must be submitted online only via the CSIR recruitment portals. No offline or email-based submissions will be accepted.
  • A valid UPSC Roll Number, email ID, and mobile number are required for registration. Preserve the application number for future reference.
  • Upload scanned documents as specified in the portal guidelines. Use SBI Collect for fee payment where applicable.
  • Ensure that you are listed on the UPSC Pratibha Setu Portal as a non-recommended CSE-2024 candidate to be eligible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which body conducts the "CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 100 Assistant Section Officer Posts"?

The "CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 100 Assistant Section Officer Posts" is conducted by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR).

How many vacancies are there for "CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 100 Assistant Section Officer Posts"?

There are a total of 100 vacancies available for "CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 100 Assistant Section Officer Posts".

What is the last date to apply for "CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 100 Assistant Section Officer Posts"?

The deadline to apply for "CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 100 Assistant Section Officer Posts" is 13/07/26.

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