The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has officially launched its recruitment drive for 2026, offering 100 vacancies for the prestigious post of Assistant Section Officer (ASO). This Group B (Non-Gazetted) position is a rare and lucrative opportunity tailored exclusively for candidates who participated in the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2024 but were not recommended, and whose names are featured on the UPSC Pratibha Setu Portal. Eligible graduates can submit their applications online starting from 23rd June 2026. Be sure to submit your applications before the final closing date on 13th July 2026.
To apply for the Assistant Section Officer (ASO) position, candidates must hold a valid University / Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized educational institution. Crucially, this recruitment is strictly limited to candidates who participated in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024, were not recommended for final appointment, and are actively listed on the official UPSC Pratibha Setu Portal. Eligible individuals should verify their inclusion in the portal list before initiating the online application.
The selection process for the CSIR ASO recruitment bypasses any fresh written examinations and leverages existing competitive performance. The selection process will consist of the following stages:
Screening & Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted in a 1:5 ratio per vacancy category based entirely on their Mains and Personality Test marks in the UPSC CSE-2024.
Computer Proficiency Test (CPT): All shortlisted candidates must sit for a mandatory Computer Proficiency Test administered by CSIR. This test is qualifying in nature.
The ultimate selection list is compiled purely using the consolidated UPSC CSE-2024 scores among candidates who successfully qualify the CPT hurdle.
CSIR Recruitment 2026 How to Apply
Verify your eligibility and presence in the official UPSC Pratibha Setu list before proceeding.
Go to the official website of CSIR at csir.res.in and access the dedicated career/recruitment page.
Click on the online registration link specifically provided for the “CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026”.
Accurately input your primary credentials, educational background, and UPSC exam roll number/scores.
Upload legible copies of required documents including your degree certificate, photo, signature, and UPSC scorecard.
Process your non-refundable application fee of ₹500/- online (unless eligible for a fee waiver).
Double-check all sections, submit the form, and download the confirmation printout for your safe keeping.
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