Overview
CSIR has announced recruitment for 8 Section Officer posts (General, Finance & Accounts, Stores & Purchase) with a salary range of Rs. 47,600 to Rs. 1,51,100. Eligible candidates must hold a university degree and be on the non‑recommended list of UPSC CSE‑2024. Applications open from 15 Jan 2026 to 4 Feb 2026, with a fee of Rs. 500 for most categories. Shortlisting and selection will be based on UPSC marks and an interview.
Key Details
- Organization
- Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
- Qualification
- University degree and name appearing in the list of non-recommended candidates of Civil Services Examination 2024 conducted by UPSC
- Vacancies
- 8
- Posted
- 15.01.2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last date to apply
- 04.02.2026 (05:00 PM)
Important Dates
| Start Date for Registration for Online Application | 15.01.2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Registration & Submission of Online Application | 04.02.2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Last date for Online Payment of Application Fee | 04.02.2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Start Date for Apply | 15.01.2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Apply | 04.02.2026 (05:00 PM) |
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Vacancy Details
Section Officer (General): 5; Section Officer (Finance & Accounts): 1; Section Officer (Stores & Purchase): 2
Selection Process
Applications screened to shortlist candidates for interview in a ratio of minimum 1:2.5. Shortlisting based on total marks (Mains + Personality Test) of UPSC CSE-2024. Final selection based on CSE-2024 marks and interview marks (max 350). Interview‑cum‑Document Verification at Delhi.
How to Apply
Register using UPSC Roll Number, email address and mobile number to obtain User ID and password., Complete profile and fill all sections of the online application form., Upload required documents: photograph, signature, proof of date of birth, educational qualifications, CSE-2024 mark sheets, experience certificates, caste/community and disability certificates if applicable., Preview and verify the entire application before final submission., Pay application fee via SBI Collect, select appropriate payment category, enter details correctly, and upload e‑Receipt., Submit the application before the last date., Print a hard copy of the online application form with enclosures if required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for CSIR Section Officer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online?
Start Date for Registration for Online Application: 15.01.2026 (10:00 AM); Last Date for Registration & Submission of Online Application: 04.02.2026 (05:00 PM); Last date for Online Payment of Application Fee: 04.02.2026 (05:00 PM); Start Date for Apply: 15.01.2026 (10:00 AM); Last Date for Apply: 04.02.2026 (05:00 PM)
What is the application fee?
Unreserved (UR), OBC (NCL) and EWS: Rs. 500.00; Women/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen: NIL
What is the age limit?
Not exceeding 33 years (as on the closing date of online application). Relaxations: SC/ST 5 years, OBC 3 years, PwBD 10 years, PwBD (SC/ST) 15 years, PwBD (OBC) 13 years, Ex-Servicemen 3 years after deduction, CSIR Departmental 5 years.
What is the selection process?
Applications screened to shortlist candidates for interview in a ratio of minimum 1:2.5. Shortlisting based on total marks (Mains + Personality Test) of UPSC CSE-2024. Final selection based on CSE-2024 marks and interview marks (max 350). Interview‑cum‑Document Verification at Delhi.