The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced its Direct Recruitment Quota Examination 2026,
opening opportunities for talented professionals across Group A, B, and C posts. With 124 vacancies available,
this recruitment drive offers diverse roles including Assistant Secretary, Assistant Professor & Assistant Director,
Accounts Officer, Superintendent, Junior Translation Officer, Junior Accountant, and Junior Assistant.
Candidates passionate about contributing to India’s education system are encouraged to apply online before
22 December 2025. This is a chance to join one of the country’s most respected autonomous
organizations under the Ministry of Education and build a rewarding career in public service.
Job overview – CBSE Recruitment 2025
Group
Post
Pay level
Max age
Total posts
A
Assistant Secretary
Level-10
35
8
A
Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Academics)
Level-10
30
12
A
Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Training)
Level-10
30
8
A
Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Skill Education)
Level-10
30
7
A
Accounts Officer
Level-10
35
2
B
Superintendent
Level-6
30
27
B
Junior Translation Officer
Level-6
30
9
C
Junior Accountant
Level-2
27
16
C
Junior Assistant
Level-2
27
35
Important dates – CBSE Recruitment 2025
Event
Date / Window
Online application start
02 December 2025
Last date to apply & fee submission
22 December 2025 up to 11:59 PM
Crucial eligibility date
22 December 2025
Vacancy details – CBSE Recruitment 2025
Post code
Post
SC
ST
OBC (NCL)
EWS
UR
Total
PwBD
ESM
01/25
Assistant Secretary
01
–
03
01
03
08
01
–
02/25
Asst. Professor & Asst. Director (Academics)
02
01
02
01
06
12
–
–
03/25
Asst. Professor & Asst. Director (Training)
01
–
02
–
05
08
–
–
04/25
Asst. Professor & Asst. Director (Skill Education)
01
–
01
–
05
07
01
–
05/25
Accounts Officer
–
–
–
–
02
02
–
–
06/25
Superintendent
04
02
07
02
12
27
01
–
07/25
Junior Translation Officer
01
01
02
–
05
09
01
–
08/25
Junior Accountant
03
01
04
01
07
16
01
05
09/25
Junior Assistant
05
03
10
03
14
35
01
05
Age limit – CBSE Recruitment 2025
Category
Upper age relaxation
SC/ST
5 years
OBC (NCL) Centre List
3 years
PwBD (UR, including women)
10 years
PwBD (OBC NCL, including women)
13 years
PwBD (SC/ST, including women)
15 years
ESM
Group A: 5 years; Group B/C: deduct actual military service, not exceeding 3 years over max age
Women
10 years
Departmental (CBSE regular)
No bar
Salary structure – CBSE Recruitment 2025
Post
Pay level
Assistant Secretary; Assistant Professor & Assistant Director; Accounts Officer
Disclaimer: We strongly suggest applicants to verify the given information from credible sources such as the official website of the hiring organization. While we strive to provide accurate and timely updates, only the organization’s website should be treated as the final authority.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 What is the last date to apply?
The closing date for applications is 22 December 2025.
2 How many vacancies are available?
There are 124 vacancies across Group A, B, and C posts.
3 Which organisation is conducting this recruitment?
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), under the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India.
4 What are the posts advertised?
Assistant Secretary, Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Academics/Training/Skill Education), Accounts Officer, Superintendent, Junior Translation Officer, Junior Accountant, Junior Assistant.
5 What is the age limit for Group A posts?
The maximum age limit is 35 years for Assistant Secretary and Accounts Officer; 30 years for Assistant Professor & Assistant Director.
6 What is the age limit for Group B and C posts?
Group B posts have a maximum age of 30 years; Group C posts have a maximum age of 27 years.
7 What is the application fee?
UR/OBC/EWS: ₹1750 for Group A, ₹1050 for Group B & C. SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Women: ₹250 processing fee only. CBSE employees: Nil.
8 How can candidates apply?
Applications must be submitted online via the CBSE recruitment portal. Offline applications are not accepted.
9 What is the selection process?
Tier-1 MCQ screening, Tier-2 objective + descriptive exam, followed by interview (Group A) or skill test (Group B/C).
10 Is there negative marking in Tier-1?
Yes, +3 marks for correct answers and −1 mark for incorrect answers.
11 Where will selected candidates be posted?
At any CBSE office across India, including Regional Offices, Sub-Regional Offices, Centres of Excellence, and ACCPD Raebareli.
12 What documents are required at verification?
Educational certificates, caste/EWS/PwBD certificates, ID proof, photograph, and other supporting documents as per notification.
