IUCAA Recruitment 2026 06 Administrative Assistant Posts | Apply Now!

The Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA) invites online recruitment applications through The Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA) website (https://web.iucaa.in/) (Advt. No. 12/2026) for the following posts of 06 Administrative Officer, Section Officer, Senior Administrative Assistant, Administrative Assistant vacancies on regular basis. The applicants satisfying the requisite qualification may apply through ONLINE MODE only, According to the official timeline, the online application portal opens today, 16.09.2026, and interested applicants must submit their forms before the closing date on 26.09.2026.

Eligible candidates possessing a Bachelor’s Degree, Master Degree can apply exclusively via the online mode. The primary job locations for these coveted Administrative Assistant posts are spread All Over India.  Following a successful submission, registered candidates will receive a secure link to download their official exam hall tickets and interview call letters via email approximately 4 to 7 days prior to the examination date.

IUCAA Recruitment 2026 Advertisement Download Link 

IUCAA Recruitment 2026 Online Application Form Link 

IUCAA Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]

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Current IUCAA Job Openings:

1. Administrative Officer – 01 Post
2. Section Officer – 01 Post
3. Senior Administrative Assistant – 03 Posts
4. Administrative Assistant – 01 Post

IUCAA Eligibility Criteria:

Educational Qualification: 

• Administrative Officer – 
  • Qualification: 
    • Master’s degree with 55% (Fifty Five Percentage) marks with five years’ experience in Finance and Accounts/ Personnel/ Purchase and Stores on Government/ University/ Autonomous body. 
  • Desirable: 
    • Candidate having Five years’ experience in Pay Level – Seven and above. 
    • Candidate having CA/ CA Intermediate/ ICWA/ CMA/ MBA (Master of Business Administration) (Finance/HR)/ MHRM with relevant experience.
• Section Officer – 
  • Qualification: 
    • Master’s degree of an accredited University with five years’ experience in Personnel/ Purchase and Stores/ Finance/ Accounts/ General Admin in a University/ Government/ Autonomous Body/ reputed Pvt. Firm OR 
    • A 2nd class Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university along with 8 years of relevant professional experience. OR 
    • Candidates holding a Bachelor’s degree (minimum 2nd class) from a recognized university who have cleared the final Institute of Chartered Accountants exam or the CAG SAS exam (or an equivalent qualification), paired with 3 years of experience in finance, accounts, or general administration within a University, Government body, Autonomous institute, or public/private sector firm.
  • Desirable:  
    • Applicants having Five years experience in Pay Level 6 and above. 
    • Preference will be given to the Applicants who have higher qualification and working knowledge on Computer (MS Office).
• Senior Administrative Assistant – 
  • Qualification: 
    • A bachelor’s degree of an accredited university with at least second class with five years’ experience in the field of Purchase and Stores /Accounts /Establishment in a University/ Government/ Autonomous Body/ Reputed Private Firm. 
  • Desirable: 
    • Preference will be given to the Applciants who have higher qualification & working knowledge on Computer (MS Office).
• Administrative Assistant – 
  • Qualification: 
    • A Bachelor’s degree of an accredited university with three years’ experience in the field of Purchase and Stores/ Accounts/ Establishment in a Univ./ Government/ Autonomous Body/ reputed Pvt. Firm. 
  • Desirable: 
    • Preference will be given to the Applicants who have higher qualification & working knowledge on Computer (MS Office).

Age Limit: (As on 26.09.2026)

1. Administrative Officer – 40 years
2. Section Officer – 35 years
3. Senior Administrative Assistant – 30 years
4. Administrative Assistant – 28 years

Relaxation of Upper age limit: 

• +5 Years for ST/SC  
• +3 Years for OBC (NCL)  
• Persons with Disabilities candidate:
  • +10 Years for UR  
  • +13 Years for OBC (NCL)  
  • +15 Years for ST/SC
• For Ex-Servicemen Applicants: As per Govt. Policy

Pay Scale:

1. Administrative Officer – Rs. 56,100/-
2. Section Officer – Rs. 44,900/-
3. Senior Administrative Assistant – Rs. 35,400/-
4. Administrative Assistant – Rs. 25,500/-

Method of Selection:

• Written test 
• Interview 

How to Submit an Application:

Eligible candidates shall apply online between 16.09.2026 and 26.09.2026 (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the The Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA) website https://web.iucaa.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification. 

Crucial Dates:

• Opening Date of online application portal: 16.09.2026 
• Closing Date of online application portal: 26.09.2026 

IUCAA Advertisement & Apply Link:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): 

• Is IUCAA positions a permanent job?
  • Yes, it is a permanent Job. 
• What is the last date to apply for Administrative Assistant recruitment 2026? 
  • The last date to submit your online application for the IUCAA positions is 26.09.2026. The online application portal opened on 16.09.2026. 
• Where will the selected candidates be posted? 
  • The official place of posting for all the 06 positions will be All Over India. 
• What is the selection process for IUCAA positions? 
  • The method of selection depends on the specific job profile but generally includes the following stages: Written test, Interview 
• What is the crucial date for reckoning age for this Administrative Assistant?
  • The crucial date for reckoning age is 26.09.2026.