CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – 100 Vacancies, Apply Now

The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has released a recruitment notification for 100 Assistant Section Officer (ASO) posts. This recruitment is specifically intended for non-recommended candidates of the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2024 available through the UPSC Pratibha Setu Portal. Selected candidates will be appointed in various CSIR offices across India under Level-7 Pay Matrix, offering an attractive salary package along with Central Government allowances. The recruitment process includes Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) and Document Verification. The online application process is open until 13 July 2026.

Post Short Description

• Organization: Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)
• Post Name: Assistant Section Officer (ASO)
• Total Vacancies: 100
• Job Type: Central Government Job
• Pay Level: Level-7 (Group B Non-Gazetted)

Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University.
• Must be a Non-Recommended Candidate of UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2024.
• Candidate details should be available on the UPSC Pratibha Setu Portal.

Salary Details

• ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 per month
• Pay Level-7 under Central Government Pay Matrix
• Eligible for DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and other benefits.

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 33 Years (as on 13.07.2026)

Age Relaxation

• SC/ST: 5 Years
• OBC: 3 Years
• PwBD (General): 10 Years
• PwBD (OBC): 13 Years
• PwBD (SC/ST): 15 Years
• Ex-Servicemen: As per Government Rules.

Application Fee

• UR / OBC / EWS: ₹500
• Women Candidates: Nil
• SC / ST: Nil
• PwBD: Nil
• Ex-Servicemen: Nil.

Selection Process

• Shortlisting based on UPSC CSE-2024 Marks
• Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
• Document Verification.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 23 June 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 13 July 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 13 July 2026.

How to Apply

• Visit the official CSIR recruitment portal.
• Complete registration.
• Fill the online application form.
• Upload required documents.
• Pay the application fee (if applicable).
• Submit the application and save a copy for future reference.

Quick Summary

• Post: Assistant Section Officer (ASO)
• Vacancies: 100
• Qualification: Any Degree + UPSC CSE 2024 Non-Recommended Candidate
• Salary: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
• Age Limit: Up to 33 Years
• Last Date: 13 July 2026.