The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has officially rolled out its recruitment drive for the year 2026. Under advertisement number E-I/RC/2026/2, the organization is inviting applications for 100 Assistant Section Officer (ASO) positions. This nationwide drive offers an exceptional career path for eligible candidates seeking central government job opportunities in scientific administration, finance, and logistics.
CSIR ASO 2026 Post Breakdown & Eligibility
The 100 vacancies are divided across multiple specialized categories. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized university to apply. This eligibility also extends to non-recommended candidates of the Civil Services Examination 2024 (CSE-2024).
| Post Name | Post Code | Total Post | CSIR Assistant Section Officer Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer ASO(General) | ASO | 61 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream. Note: Includes non-recommended candidates of CSE-2024. |
| Assistant Section Officer ASO(Finance & Accounts) | ASO | 18 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream. Note: Includes non-recommended candidates of CSE-2024. |
| Assistant Section Officer ASO(Stores & Purchase) | ASO | 21 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream. Note: Includes non-recommended candidates of CSE-2024. |
Important Checklists & Fee Structure
Important Dates Checklist
- Application Begin: 23/06/2026
- Last Date for Apply Online: 13/07/2026 upto 05 PM
- Pay Exam Fee Last Date: 13/07/2026
- Exam Date: As per Schedule
- Admit Card Available: Before Exam
Application Fee Structure
- General / OBC / EWS: 500/-
- SC / ST / PH: 0/-
- All Category Female: 0/-
- Payment Mode: Online / Offline Fee Mode Only
How to Fill CSIR Assistant Section Officer Online Form 2026
- Read the notification carefully before applying.
- Check and collect all required documents: Eligibility, ID Proof, Address Details, and Basic Details.
- Keep scanned documents ready for the recruitment form: Photo, Signature, ID Proof, etc.
- Check the preview and all columns carefully before submitting the application form.
- Pay the required application fee if applicable; forms without required fees are incomplete.
- Take a printout of the final submitted form.
Next Steps After Application Submission
Once your application is submitted successfully, make sure to keep a hard copy safe for future use. Keep checking the official CSIR Official Website for schedule updates. Admit cards will be released prior to the exam date. For any additional application adjustments or preparation utilities, candidates can also explore .
Important Links & Resources
- CSIR ASO Recruitment 2026 Official Notification
- Click Here (For registration)
- Login page (For already registered applicants to access login)
- https://recruitment.csir.res.in/assistant_section_officer_2026/applicant_logi...
