CSIR Recruitment 2026 for 100 Assistant Section Officer (ASO) Posts

The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has released the Assistant Section Officer (ASO) Recruitment 2026 notification for 100 vacancies. The recruitment is exclusively for non-recommended candidates of the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 (CSE-2024). Vacancies are available in the General, Finance & Accounts, and Stores & Purchase streams. Candidates holding a recognized university degree and fulfilling the eligibility criteria can apply online from 23 June 2026 to 13 July 2026.

Name of OrganizationCouncil of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
Post NameAssistant Section Officer (ASO)
EducationUniversity Degree + Non-recommended candidate of UPSC CSE-2024
Total Vacancies100
SalaryPay Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400)
Age LimitMaximum 33 Years (Age relaxation applicable as per rules)
Application Fee₹500 (UR/OBC/EWS); Nil (SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen)
Selection ProcessShortlisting based on UPSC CSE-2024 Marks & Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
Apply ModeOnline
Job LocationCSIR Headquarters & Laboratories across India
Last Date To Apply13 July 2026

Vacancy Details

Post NameVacancyEducation
Assistant Section Officer (General)61University Degree + Non-recommended candidate of UPSC CSE-2024
Assistant Section Officer (Finance & Accounts)18University Degree + Non-recommended candidate of UPSC CSE-2024
Assistant Section Officer (Stores & Purchase)21University Degree + Non-recommended candidate of UPSC CSE-2024

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official CSIR recruitment portal.
  2. Open the Assistant Section Officer (ASO) Recruitment 2026 application link.
  3. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
  4. Complete the online application form with your personal, educational, and other required details.
  5. Upload the prescribed documents, including your photograph and signature.
  6. Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
  7. Review the application carefully and submit it on or before 13 July 2026.
  8. Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.

Application form, details & registration

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