CSIR Recruitment 2026: The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research has officially released for 100 UPSC ASO Assistant Section Officer Posts. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online through the official recruitment portal.
CSIR Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | ASO Assistant Section Officer |
| Total Posts | 100 Vacancy |
| Organization | Council of Scientific & Industrial Research |
| Qualification | Graduated |
| Salary | Rs. 56,900/- Per Month |
| Application Date | 23rd June – 13rd July 2026 |
CSIR Recruitment
Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 100 Assistant Section Officer (ASO) posts in different categories. Non-recommended candidates of Civil Services Examination-2024 (CSE-2024) conducted by Union Public Service Commission are eligible to apply for these posts.
Education
- Candidates must hold a University degree and must be non-recommended candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 (CSE-2024), as per details available on the UPSC Pratibha Setu Portal. There is no branch or subject restriction on the degree – any graduate from a recognised university qualifies on academic grounds, provided the CSE-2024 condition is met.
Age Limit
- Candidates wondering about the age limit for CSIR ASO 2026 should note that the upper age limit is 33 years as on the closing date of online application. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as listed below.
- Age Relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen and other categories. Details are available in the official notification.
CSIR Recruitment Vacancy
CSIR has advertised 100 ASO posts across three specialised cadres. All three posts share the same pay scale at Pay Level 7, Cell 1. Category-wise distribution ensures representation across UR, SC, ST, OBC (NCL), and EWS groups. Candidates should note that 7 of these 100 posts (including 2 backlog) are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) with not less than 40% of relevant disability.
| Post Name | Post Code | UR | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASO (General) | ASO | 23 | 09 | 04 | 17 | 08 | 61 |
| ASO (Finance & Accounts) | ASO | 07 | 02 | 02 | 06 | 01 | 18 |
| ASO (Stores & Purchase) | ASO | 08 | 02 | 02 | 06 | 03 | 21 |
| Total | 38 | 13 | 08 | 29 | 12 | 100 |
CSIR Recruitment Selection
The CSIR ASO 2026 selection process involves two key stages – shortlisting based on CSE-2024 marks, followed by a Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). The final merit is determined by CSE-2024 total marks (Mains + Personality Test), subject to qualifying the CPT. Candidates who clear the CPT but score lower in CSE-2024 will rank below those with higher CSE-2024 scores, making UPSC marks the decisive factor.
- Application Screening: Applications are screened and candidates are shortlisted for CPT in the ratio of 1:5 (i.e., 5 times total vacancies per category, subject to a minimum of five). Shortlisting is based on total marks obtained in UPSC CSE-2024 Mains plus Personality Test.
- Computer Proficiency Test (CPT): Shortlisted candidates appear for a qualifying CPT of 100 marks and 1-hour duration. Qualifying the CPT is mandatory for further consideration.
- Final Merit List: Prepared based on total CSE-2024 marks (Mains + Personality Test), subject to qualifying the CPT with the minimum threshold marks prescribed by CSIR.
- Cadre Allocation: A single merit list is drawn. CSIR allocates cadre (General / Finance & Accounts / Stores & Purchase) based on merit and the candidate’s choice submitted in the online application. Cadre once allotted is final and unchangeable.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates are called to produce original documents for verification.
CSIR Recruitment Salary
The CSIR ASO 2026 post offers a permanent position with attractive pay and allowances as per central government norms.
- Pay Matrix: Group B (Non-Gazetted) Pay Level – 7, Cell – 1 (Rs. 44,900 –Rs. 1,42,400)
- Approximate Gross Emoluments: Rs. 35,973/- per month (at the minimum of the pay scale, including HRA at Class ‘X’ city like Hyderabad).
- Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), etc., as admissible.
- Benefits: Medical reimbursement, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Children’s Education Allowance, and a secure pension under the National Pension System (NPS).
- Probation: Selected candidates will be on probation for a period of two years.
CSIR Recruitment Application Fee
Candidates have to pay the application fee to complete their online application process the fee may vary according to the category of the candidates. The complete details regarding the fee are given below.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC | Rs. 500/- |
| SC/ST/Female | No Fee Required |
Payment Method: Candidates can pay their application fee through an online payment gateway. Candidates should have any one of the following options to make the online payment: debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
CSIR Recruitment Important Dates
Candidates planning to apply for CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 should mark these dates carefully. The application portal opened on 23 June 2026 and will close on 13 July 2026 at 5:00 PM. Both the application submission and fee payment deadlines fall on the same date, so candidates should avoid waiting until the last day.
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 23 June 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 13 July 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 13 July 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| CPT Date | To be announced (tentatively Delhi) |
How To Apply CSIR Recruitment
Interested candidates can apply online from 23rd June – 13rd July 2026 using given link below. Candidates are advised to read the Official Detail carefully before applying online.
- Visit the official CSIR-NGRI website: https://www.ngri.res.in
- Click on the recruitment link for Advt. No. E-I/RC/2026/2 for ASO posts.
- Click on ‘New Registration’ and register with a valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Log in using the generated credentials to access the Online Application Portal.
- Carefully fill in all personal, educational, and category details in the application form.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and all relevant certificates (Caste, PwBD, NOC if employed, etc.) as per prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee online via SBI Collect, if applicable to your category.
- Review the entire application thoroughly before clicking ‘Final Submit’.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
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