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CSIR-CSIO Recruitment 2026 – 6 Vacancies, Apply Online

CSIR-CSIO Recruitment 2026 – 6 Vacancies, Apply Online
CSIR-CSIO Recruitment 2026

CSIR-CSIO RECRUITMENT 2026

Advt. No. 01/2026 – 6 Vacancies – Central Scientific Instruments Organisation, Chandigarh
ReferenceAdvt. 01/2026
DepartmentCSIR-CSIO, Chandigarh
Last Date14th September 2026
Total Vacancies6

Vacancies

6
Security Officer, Receptionist, Driver

Application Fee

₹590 / NIL
Gen/OBC/EWS: ₹590 | SC/ST/PwBD/ExSM/Women: NIL

Last Date

14.09.2026
5:00 PM

Qualification

10th / Graduate
As per post

Important Dates

  • Online Registration Start: 14th August 2026
  • Online Registration Close: 14th September 2026 (5:00 PM)

Application Fee

  • General / OBC / EWS: ₹500 + GST = ₹590/-
  • SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Women: NIL
  • Payment Mode: Online through SBI Collect
  • Fee once paid will not be refunded.

Vacancy Details

Post Pay Level Total Reservation
Security Officer (Group B) Level-7 (₹44,900 – 1,42,400) 1 UR
Receptionist (Group B) Level-6 (₹35,400 – 1,12,400) 1 UR
Driver (Group C) Level-2 (₹19,900 – 63,200) 4 3 UR, 1 OBC (1 ESM)

Vacancies are tentative and may vary.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification & Experience

  • Security Officer: Ex-Servicemen JCO (Subedar or higher) OR equivalent in Paramilitary forces with minimum 10 years experience in security. (5 years for SSC Officers / Assistant Commandant).
  • Receptionist: Graduate with 2 years relevant experience as Receptionist in Govt./Autonomous Body/PSU.
  • Driver: 10th Pass + Valid LMV & HMV Driving License + 3 years driving experience + Knowledge of motor mechanism.

Age Limit (as on 14.09.2026)

  • Security Officer: 35 years
  • Receptionist: 28 years
  • Driver: 27 years
  • Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, PwBD – 10 years, Ex-Servicemen – Service period + 3 years, Widows/Divorced Women – up to 35/38 years.

Exam Pattern

Security Officer

Selection Process
Physical & Personality AssessmentQualifying
Paper I (Objective)100 Marks – 90 Min
Paper II (Subjective)100 Marks – 2 Hours
Paper II Subjects
Comprehension25 Marks
Report Writing25 Marks
Security Regulations, Firefighting25 Marks
General Awareness25 Marks

Threshold marks: Paper I – 30%, Paper II – 35%. Final merit based on Paper II.

Receptionist

  • Selection: Personality Assessment Test.

Driver

Selection Process
Skill TestQualifying
Written Test (OMR/Computer Based)300 Marks – 90 Min
Written Test Subjects
General Intelligence25 Qs (75 Marks)
Quantitative Aptitude25 Qs (75 Marks)
General Awareness25 Qs (75 Marks)
English Language25 Qs (75 Marks)

Negative Marking: -1 mark for each wrong answer. Standard: Class X.

Important Instructions

  • Application Mode: Online only at www.csio.res.in
  • One Application Per Post: Multiple applications will lead to rejection.
  • No Printout Required: Candidates need not send any documents by post.
  • Fee Payment: Through SBI Collect only. Transaction number must be mentioned in the application.
  • NOC: Government/PSU employees must route application through proper channel.
  • Physical Standards (Security Officer): Height – 167 cm (Male) / 157 cm (Female), Chest – 80/85 cm.
  • Probation: Selected candidates will be on probation as per CSIR rules.

Documents Required

  • Scanned Colour Passport Photograph
  • Scanned Signature
  • Proof of Date of Birth (10th Certificate)
  • Educational Qualification Certificates (10th/Graduation)
  • Experience Certificates (as applicable)
  • Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) in prescribed format
  • Disability Certificate (PwBD) – 40% or higher
  • Ex-Servicemen Documents (Discharge Certificate, etc.)
  • Driving License (for Driver post)
  • NOC (if serving in Govt/PSU)
  • CGPA/OGPA Conversion Formula (if applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for CSIR-CSIO Recruitment 2026?
Last date is 14th September 2026 by 5:00 PM.
How many vacancies are there?
Total 6 vacancies – Security Officer (1), Receptionist (1), Driver (4).
What is the application fee?
₹590 for General/OBC/EWS. NIL for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Women.
What is the educational qualification required?
Security Officer: Ex-Servicemen JCO or equivalent. Receptionist: Graduate. Driver: 10th Pass.
What is the age limit?
Security Officer – 35 years, Receptionist – 28 years, Driver – 27 years (with relaxations for reserved categories).
What is the selection process?
Security Officer: Physical Test → Written Test (Paper I & II). Receptionist: Personality Assessment. Driver: Skill Test → Written Test.
Is there negative marking?
For Driver written test: -1 mark for each wrong answer. Security Officer Paper I & II have no negative marking.