CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 – 100 Vacancies | Apply Online by 13 July 2026
Last date to Apply 13 July 2026
CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 – 100 Vacancies
CSIR invites online applications from non-recommended candidates of UPSC CSE 2024 for 100 Assistant Section Officer posts across General, Finance & Accounts, and Stores & Purchase cadres. Apply online by 13 July 2026.
The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), India’s premier R&D organization under the Ministry of Science & Technology, invites online applications for the post of Assistant Section Officer (ASO). This recruitment is exclusively for non‑recommended candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024. CSIR offers a dynamic work culture across its 37 national laboratories, providing opportunities for young professionals to contribute to India’s innovation engine.
With 100 vacancies across General, Finance & Accounts, and Stores & Purchase cadres, this recruitment ensures fair representation across categories including SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD. The posts carry Pay Level‑7 salary with allowances, career growth prospects, and pan‑India postings. Eligible candidates must apply online by 13 July 2026.
Register using UPSC Roll Number, Email, and Mobile Number.
Fill in personal, education, experience, and additional details.
Upload scanned documents (PDF, max 1 MB each).
Pay application fee via SBI Collect (if applicable).
Preview and submit the application form.
Download and save the application form & e-receipt.
Selection Procedure - CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026
Candidates will be shortlisted based on UPSC CSE 2024 marks (Mains + Personality Test). Shortlisted candidates must qualify the Computer Proficiency Test (CPT). Final selection will be based on UPSC CSE 2024 marks subject to CPT qualification.
Exam Pattern - CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026
Test
Marks
Duration
Qualifying Threshold
Computer Proficiency Test (Word, Excel, PPT)
100
1 Hour
UR-40, OBC/EWS-37, SC/ST-35, PwBD-30
Job Location - CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026
Pan-India posting across CSIR Headquarters and 37 National Laboratories.
Only non-recommended candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 with a valid University degree are eligible.
2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online application submission and fee payment is 13 July 2026 (05:00 PM).
3. How many vacancies are available?
A total of 100 vacancies are available across General, Finance & Accounts, and Stores & Purchase cadres.
4. What is the salary for ASO posts?
The salary is ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 per month (Pay Level 7) plus allowances like DA, HRA, and TA.
5. What is the age limit?
The maximum age is 33 years as of the closing date, with relaxations for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and CSIR employees.
6. What is the application fee?
UR/OBC/EWS candidates must pay ₹500. Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen are exempted.
7. What documents are required?
Proof of DOB, educational certificates, UPSC CSE 2024 mark sheets, caste/disability certificate (if applicable), experience certificate, photo, and signature.
8. What is the selection process?
Shortlisting based on UPSC CSE 2024 marks (Mains + Personality Test), followed by qualifying Computer Proficiency Test (CPT).
9. What is the exam pattern?
CPT carries 100 marks, 1 hour duration, testing Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills. Minimum qualifying marks vary by category (UR-40, OBC/EWS-37, SC/ST-35, PwBD-30).
10. Where will the exam be conducted?
The CPT will be held in Delhi tentatively, but CSIR may conduct it in multiple cities if required.
11. How to apply online?
Visit CSIR Recruitment Portal, register with UPSC Roll Number, fill details, upload documents, pay fee, and submit.
12. Is CSIR a Government of India organization?
Yes, CSIR is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India.
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