Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) invites online recruitment applications through CSIR website (https://www.csir.res.in/) (Advt. No. E-I/RC/2026/2) for the following posts of 100 Assistant Section Officer 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, 23.06.2026, and interested applicants must submit their forms before the closing date on 13.07.2026.
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Eligible candidates possessing a Graduates can apply exclusively via the online mode. The primary job locations for these coveted Assistant Section Officer posts are spread All Over India.
CSIR Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) |
| Notification No: E-I/RC/2026/2 |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Regular Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 100 Assistant Section Officer Posts |
| Place of Posting: All Over India |
| Starting Date: 23.06.2026 |
| Last Date: 13.07.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://www.csir.res.in/ |
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Current CSIR Job Openings:
- Assistant Section Officer (General) – 61 Posts
- Assistant Section Officer (Finance & Accounts) – 18 Posts
- Assistant Section Officer (Stores & Purchase) – 21 Posts
CSIR Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for CSIR:
- Only those Candidates who are possessing a University degree and who are non-recommended candidates of Civil Services Examination 2024 (CSE-2024) conducted by the Union Public Service Commission, as per list/details available on UPSC Pratibha Setu Portal; are only eligible to apply for the above advertised posts.
Age Limit for CSIR: (As on 13.07.2026)
- Assistant Section Officer – Not exceeding 33 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 for CSIR:
- Assistant Section Officer (ASO) – Level – 7 Rs. 44,900 – Rs. 1,42,400/-
Method of Selection for CSIR:
- Short Listing
- Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
Application Fee for CSIR:
- For Women/ST/SC/Ex-s/PWD Applicants – Nil
- For Other Applicants – Rs.500/-
- Payment Mode: Online
How to Submit an Application:
Eligible candidates shall apply online between 23.06.2026 and 13.07.2026 (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) website https://www.csir.res.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 23.06.2026
- Closing Date of online application portal: 13.07.2026
CSIR Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of CSIR: Click Here to Website |
| Advertisement for CSIR: Click Here to Download |
| Online Application Form for CSIR: Click Here to Apply |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Is CSIR positions a permanent job?
Yes, it is a permanent Job.
What is the last date to apply for Assistant Section Officer recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit your online application for the CSIR positions is 13.07.2026. The online application portal opened on 23.06.2026.
Where will the selected candidates be posted?
The official place of posting for all the 100 positions will be All Over India.
What is the selection process for CSIR positions?
The method of selection depends on the specific job profile but generally includes the following stages: Short Listing, Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
What is the crucial date for reckoning age for this Assistant Section Officer?
The crucial date for reckoning age is 13.07.2026.
