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Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) Assistant Section Officer (From the Non-Recommended Candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024) Recruitment 2026 (100 Vacancies)

Starts 23 Jun, 2026
Last date 13 Jul, 2026

Short Information

Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has released the notification for Assistant Section Officer (From the Non-Recommended Candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024) Recruitment 2026 (100 Vacancies). Those who are interested in this Recruitment and fulfill the eligibility can apply online from 23 June, 2026 to 13 July, 2026, 2026. 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. Candidates who do not fulfill these eligibility conditions, need not apply against this advertisement. For the information of eligibility, age limit, selection procedure, syllabus in recruitment, read the notification and then apply.

Important Dates

5
Application Start Date
23 June, 2026
Last Date For Applying Online
13 July, 2026 Till 5:00 PM
Last Date For Paying Exam Fees
13 July, 2026 Till 5:00 PM
Exam Date
Notified Soon
Admit Card for Exam
Available Soon

Application Fee

3
General / OBC-NCL / EWS Category Candidates
500 Rs./-
Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen Category Candidates
0 Rs./-
Payment Mode
Online Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking.

Age Limit & Eligibility

3
Minimum Age
NA
Maximum Age
33 Years (As on 13 July, 2026)
Age Relaxation
As Per Rules

Vacancy Details

100 posts

Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) Assistant Section Officer (From the Non-Recommended Candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024) Recruitment 2026 (100 Vacancies) - Total Post & Eligibility

Post NameTotal PostEligibility
Assistant Section Officer (General)61Bachelor Degree in Any Stream, Must be a Non-Recommended Candidates of Civil Services Examination 2024 (CSE-2024)
Assistant Section Officer (Finance & Accounts)18
Assistant Section Officer (Stores & Purchase)21

Category Wise Vacancies

Post NameUROBCEWSSCSTTotal
ASO (General)231708090461
ASO (Finance & Accounts)070601020218
ASO (Stores & Purchase)080603020221

How to Apply

Visit Official Website : Access the official CSIR website at https://www.csir.res.in or https://recruitment.csir.res.in.
Complete Initial Registration : Click "Apply Online," provide your UPSC Roll Number, email address, and mobile number to receive your User ID and password.
Fill Profile Details : Log in with your credentials to complete your profile, including personal, educational, and experience details, then lock the profile.
Fill Online Application : Access the 6 tabs (Personal, Education, Experience, Additional, Uploads, Preview) to input all required information accurately.
Upload Scanned Documents : Upload your photograph, signature, and necessary certificates (PDF format, max 1 MB each) according to the specified technical guidelines.
Submit and Pay Fee : Submit the application form, then pay the application fee (if applicable) through the provided SBI Collect hyperlink.
Complete Final Submission : Fill in the payment details and upload the e-Receipt in the portal before the deadline of 13 July, 2026 (05:00 PM).

Selection Process

  • Screening : Applications will be screened to shortlist candidates for the Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) based on their total marks (Mains plus Personality Test) in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024, tentatively at a 1:5 ratio.

  • Computer Proficiency Test : Shortlisted candidates must appear for a qualifying-only CPT (100 marks, 1-hour duration) to test proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and slide generation.

  • Final Selection : Final selection is based on the total marks obtained in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024, provided the candidate secures the mandatory minimum threshold marks in the CPT.

  • Document Verification : Shortlisted candidates must undergo document verification, requiring the production of original documents in support of age, eligibility, category, and employment status.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) Assistant Section Officer (From the Non-Recommended Candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024) Recruitment 2026?

The last date to apply online is 13 July, 2026 Till 5:00 PM.

When does the online application for Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) Assistant Section Officer (From the Non-Recommended Candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024) Recruitment 2026 start?

The online application starts on 23 June, 2026.

What is the application fee for Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) Assistant Section Officer (From the Non-Recommended Candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024) Recruitment 2026?

The application fee is as follows: General / OBC-NCL / EWS Category Candidates: 500 Rs./-; Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen Category Candidates: 0 Rs./-; Payment Mode: Online Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking.

What is the age limit for Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) Assistant Section Officer (From the Non-Recommended Candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024) Recruitment 2026?

The age limit is as follows: Maximum Age: 33 Years (As on 13 July, 2026). Age relaxation applies as per the official notification.

How many vacancies are there in Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) Assistant Section Officer (From the Non-Recommended Candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024) Recruitment 2026?

A total of 100 posts have been announced.

How can I apply for Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) Assistant Section Officer (From the Non-Recommended Candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024) Recruitment 2026?

Read the official notification first, then use the apply online link in the Important Links section on this page to fill in the form on the official website before the last date.

When will the exam for Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) Assistant Section Officer (From the Non-Recommended Candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024) Recruitment 2026 be held?

Exam date: Notified Soon.

When will the admit card for Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) Assistant Section Officer (From the Non-Recommended Candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024) Recruitment 2026 be released?

Admit card release: Available Soon.

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