Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has published recruitment notification for the post of Assistant Section Officer (ASO) for fill up 100 Vacancies. Only non-recommended candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 (CSE-2024) can apply for Assistant Section Officer posts in General, Finance & Accounts and Stores & Purchase streams. The online registration process has started from 23 June 2026 and eligible candidates can apply until 13 July 2026.
Eligible Candidates must check the complete details regarding Post-wise Vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process and the application process for the CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 provided below.
CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Assistant Section Officer (ASO) (General / Finance & Accounts / Stores & Purchase) |
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| Total Vacancies |
100 Posts |
| Age Limit |
Maximum 33 years (as on closing date of application) |
| Pay Scale |
Pay Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| Minimum Qualification |
University Degree + Non-recommended candidate of UPSC CSE-2024 |
| Application Fee |
₹500 (UR/OBC/EWS) | Nil (SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen) |
| Selection Process |
Shortlisting based on UPSC CSE-2024 marks + Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) |
| Job Location |
CSIR Headquarters / Laboratories across India |
| Last Date |
13 July 2026 |
✅ CSIR ASO Vacancy 2026 Post-wise Details:
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Assistant Section Officer (General): 61 Posts
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Assistant Section Officer (Finance & Accounts): 18 Posts
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Assistant Section Officer (Stores & Purchase): 21 Posts
✅ CSIR ASO Vacancy 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Educational Qualification: University Degree from a recognized University.
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Essential Condition: Only non-recommended candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 (CSE-2024) are eligible to apply.
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Age Limit (as on closing date): Maximum 33 years. Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and CSIR Departmental candidates as per rules.
✅ CSIR ASO Vacancy 2026 Selection Process:
The selection will be done through the following stages:
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Shortlisting of candidates based on total marks (Mains + Personality Test) obtained in UPSC CSE-2024
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Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) – Qualifying in nature (100 marks)
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Final merit will be prepared on the basis of UPSC CSE-2024 marks subject to qualifying CPT
✅ CSIR ASO Vacancy 2026 Application Fee:
- UR / OBC (NCL) / EWS: ₹500
- SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: Nil
- Fee must be paid online on or before 13 July 2026.
✅ Important Dates:
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Start Date for Online Registration |
23 June 2026 (10:00 AM) |
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Last Date for Online Registration & Fee Payment |
13 July 2026 (05:00 PM) |
✅ Important Links:
| CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| Apply Online for CSIR Assistant Section Officer 2026 | Apply Online |
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✅ How to Apply CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026:
Eligible candidates must apply online only through the official CSIR recruitment portal.
➢ Step 1: Visit https://recruitment.csir.res.in and click on the link for Assistant Section Officer Recruitment 2026.
➢ Step 2: Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
➢ Step 3: Fill the online application form with all required personal, educational and other details.
➢ Step 4: Upload scanned copies of Photograph, Signature and other required documents.
➢ Step 5: Pay the application fee online (if applicable) through Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking.
➢ Step 6: Submit the application form and take a printout of the application for future reference.
Note: Only non-recommended candidates of UPSC CSE-2024 are eligible to apply.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026?
Total 100 posts for Assistant Section Officer in General, Finance & Accounts and Stores & Purchase.
Who can apply for CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026?
Only non-recommended candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 (CSE-2024) who possess a University degree are eligible to apply.
What is the last date to apply for CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026?
Last date for online registration is 13 July 2026 (up to 05:00 PM).
What is the selection process for CSIR Assistant Section Officer?
Shortlisting will be done on the basis of marks obtained in UPSC CSE-2024 followed by Computer Proficiency Test (CPT).
What is the application fee for CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026?
₹500 for UR/OBC/EWS candidates. SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from fee payment.
What is the pay scale for CSIR Assistant Section Officer?
Pay Level-7: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400.