CSIR Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 100 Assistant Section Officer (ASO) Posts
The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has released an official recruitment notification for 100 Assistant Section Officer (ASO) posts. Candidates who appeared in UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2024 and are listed as non-recommended candidates on the UPSC Pratibha Setu Portal can apply for these vacancies.
CSIR Recruitment 2026 notification released for 100 Assistant Section Officer (ASO) posts. Check eligibility, age limit, salary, application fee, selection process and apply online details.
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CSIR Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) |
| Post Name | Assistant Section Officer (ASO) |
| Total Posts | 100 Posts |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Qualification | Graduate |
| Age Limit | Below 33 Years |
| Application Fee | ₹500/- |
| Start Date | 23 June 2026 |
| Last Date | 13 July 2026 |
CSIR ASO Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 100
| Category | No. of Posts |
| General | 61 |
| Finance & Accounts | 18 |
| Stores & Purchase | 21 |
| Total | 100 |
Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive salary under:
- Pay Level: Level-7
- Group: B (Non-Gazetted)
- Pay Scale: ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 per month
Eligibility Criteria
Citizenship
Candidates must be citizens of India.
Educational Qualification
Applicants must:
- Hold a recognized University Degree.
- Be a non-recommended candidate of UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2024.
- Have their details available on the UPSC Pratibha Setu Portal.
Age Limit
Candidates should not be more than 33 years of age as on the last date of application submission.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| SC | 5 Years |
| ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| PwBD + OBC (NCL) | 13 Years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 Years |
Application Fee of CSIR Recruitment 2026
| Category | Fee |
| UR / OBC (NCL) / EWS | ₹500/- |
| Women Candidates | Nil |
| SC Candidates | Nil |
| ST Candidates | Nil |
| PwBD Candidates | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
| CSIR Departmental Candidates | Nil |
Selection Process
The selection process will be conducted in two stages:
1. Shortlisting
Candidates will be shortlisted based on their marks obtained in UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 (Mains + Personality Test).
2. Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for CPT.
- Qualifying the CPT is mandatory.
- Candidates will be shortlisted approximately in the ratio of 1:5 against available vacancies.
Final Merit List
The final selection will be based on:
- Marks obtained in UPSC CSE 2024 (Mains + Personality Test)
- Qualifying the Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
How to Apply for CSIR Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online by following these steps:
- Visit the official recruitment portal.
- Click on the “Online Application Form” link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in all personal and educational details.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Dates of CSIR Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start Date | 23 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 13 July 2026 |
Important Links of CSIR Recruitment 2026
| Description | Link |
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the starting date to apply for CSIR Recruitment 2026?
The online application process started on 23 June 2026.
What is the last date to apply for CSIR Recruitment 2026?
The last date for submission of online applications is 13 July 2026.
How many vacancies are available?
A total of 100 Assistant Section Officer (ASO) vacancies have been announced.
What is the required qualification?
Candidates must possess a graduate degree and should be non-recommended candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024.
What is the salary of CSIR ASO?
Selected candidates will receive a salary under Pay Level-7 ranging from ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 per month.
