The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), under the Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India, has released the latest notification for the recruitment of Assistant Section Officer (ASO) posts. A total of 100 vacancies have been announced for General, Finance & Accounts, and Stores & Purchase cadres. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online application form from 23 June 2026 to 13 July 2026 through the official recruitment portal.
CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026
| Organization Name | Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Assistant Section Officer (ASO) |
| Advertisement No. | E-I/RC/2026/2 |
| Total Posts | 100 |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 23 June 2026 |
| Last Date | 13 July 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Salary | Pay Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| Official Website | CSIR Recruitment Portal |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 23 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 23 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 13 July 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 13 July 2026 |
| Exam Date | To Be Announced |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer (General) | 61 |
| Assistant Section Officer (Finance & Accounts) | 18 |
| Assistant Section Officer (Stores & Purchase) | 21 |
| Total | 100 Posts |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University.
Age Limit
As on Closing Date of Application
- Maximum Age: 33 Years
- Age Relaxation: As per Government Rules
Application Fee
Payment can be made through online mode.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
| Female Candidates | Nil |
Salary Details
Selected candidates will be appointed in Group-B (Non-Gazetted) posts under Pay Matrix Level-7.
Salary Structure
- Basic Pay: ₹44,900/-
- Maximum Pay: ₹1,42,400/-
- DA, HRA, TA and other Central Government allowances applicable.
Selection Process
The selection process may include:
- Shortlisting based on UPSC CSE-2024 records.
- Computer Proficiency Test (Qualifying Nature).
- Document Verification.
- Final Merit Preparation.
Required Documents
- Graduation Degree / Marksheet
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Caste Certificate (If Applicable)
- EWS Certificate (If Applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (If Applicable)
- UPSC CSE-2024 Related Document
How to Apply Online for CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official CSIR Recruitment Portal.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Verify all entered details.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the final application form for future use.
Why This Recruitment Is Special?
✅ Central Government Group-B Post
✅ Attractive Salary up to ₹1.42 Lakh
✅ Work Opportunities Across India
✅ Career Growth in Government Administration
✅ Recruitment by India’s Premier Research Organization
Important Links
Apply Online
Available from 23 June 2026
Official Notification
Available on CSIR Recruitment Portal
Official Website
