Post Name

Total Posts

Security Officer

01 (UR)

Driver

04 (03–UR, 01-OBC) Out of these, 01 Post is reserved for ESM

• Security Officer : Ex-Servicemen JCO (Subedar or higher) or equivalent paramilitary rank with required security experience.
• Receptionist : Graduate with 2 years relevant Receptionist experience in Govt./Autonomous Body/ Public Undertaking.
• Driver : 10th Passed, valid LMV & HMV driving license, motor mechanism knowledge & 3 years’ motor car driving experience.

How to Apply?

• Visit Official Website : Go to the official website www.csio.res.in.

• Read Instructions : Carefully read the detailed online application instructions before proceeding.

• Create Active Email : Ensure you have a valid and active email ID that will remain active throughout the recruitment process.

• Access Online Portal : Navigate to the online application link for Advertisement No. Regular - 01/2026.

• Fill Application Form : Complete all required personal, educational, and professional details accurately in the online form.

• Upload Documents : Upload scanned copies of your passport-sized photograph, signature, and mandatory educational/category certificates.

• Pay Application Fee : Pay the non-refundable fee of ₹590 (₹500 + GST) via State Bank Collect if applicable (SC, ST, PwBD, ESM, and women candidates are exempt).

• Enter Transaction Details : Enter the generated transaction/reference number and download the e-receipt for fee payment.

• Submit Application : Click the submit button and ensure the page displays your generated Application Form Number.

• Save and Print : Download and keep a physical printout of the submitted application form along with documents for future verification.

Selection Process

Security Officer Selection Process

• Step 1 : Online Application Submission - Eligible candidates apply online via the CSIR-CSIO website by the specified deadline.

• Step 2 : Screening of Applications - Applications are screened based on essential qualifications, age, and eligibility criteria to shortlist candidates.

• Step 3 : Physical and Personality Assessment Test - Shortlisted candidates are invited for a physical and personality assessment test, which is qualifying in nature.

• Step 4 : Competitive Written Examination - Candidates who successfully qualify the physical and personality assessment test are invited to appear for a competitive written examination.

• Step 5 : Final Merit List Preparation - The final merit list is prepared strictly based on the performance and marks secured by candidates in the competitive written examination.

Receptionist Selection Process

• Step 1 : Online Application Submission - Eligible candidates submit their applications through the online portal on the official website.

• Step 2 : Application Screening - The competent authority screens and shortlists applications based on essential educational qualifications and relevant experience.

• Step 3 : Personality Assessment Test - Shortlisted eligible candidates are called to appear for a Personality Assessment Test, which serves as the primary selection criterion.

Driver Selection Process

• Step 1 : Online Application Submission - Candidates meeting the essential criteria submit their recruitment applications online within the designated timeframe.

• Step 2 : Application Screening - The administration screens applications to verify valid driving licenses, educational qualifications, and experience.

• Step 3 : Skill Test - Eligible and shortlisted candidates are invited to participate in a practical driving and vehicle mechanism skill test.

• Step 4 : Written Examination - Candidates who successfully qualify the practical skill test are invited to take the competitive OMR-based or computer-based written test.
  

• Step 5 : Final Merit List Preparation - The final selection merit list is compiled based on the candidates' performance in the competitive written examination.