Last updated: September 11, 2026 at 12:03 AM
Central Silk Board (CSB), a statutory body under the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, has released Vacancy Circular Advt. No. CSB/01/2026 dated 09.09.2026 for filling up 17 Group A and Group B posts on deputation basis. The vacancies cover Joint Secretary (Technical), Deputy Director and Assistant Director posts in Administration and Accounts, Statistics, Official Language and Finance, along with one Assistant Engineer post, with places of posting tentatively indicated at Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mumbai, Delhi, Guwahati, Berhampore, Pampore and Bilaspur. Serving officers of the Central or State Government and of statutory or autonomous organisations may apply in the prescribed form through proper channel so as to reach CSB within 30 days of publication of the advertisement in Employment News.
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Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Joint Secretary (Technical), Deputy Director (Admn. and Accts. / Statistics / Official Language / Finance), Assistant Director (Admn. and Accts. / Statistics), Assistant Engineer |
| Organization | Central Silk Board (CSB), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | Advt. No. CSB/01/2026 dated 09.09.2026 |
| Location | All India / Central Govt — places of posting tentatively indicated at Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mumbai, Delhi, Guwahati, Berhampore, Pampore and Bilaspur |
| Total Vacancies | 17 posts (16 Group A + 1 Group B). The circular does not give a category-wise (UR/OBC/EWS/SC/ST) breakup, as deputation posts are filled from serving officers. |
| Mode of Recruitment | Deputation basis, initially for 3 years, extendable further as per DoPT guidelines |
| Qualification | Varies by post — Bachelor’s degree for most posts; Master’s degree plus translation diploma for Official Language; CA / Cost Accountant / CS / MBA / M.Com for Finance and Admn. and Accts.; B.E. (Civil) for Assistant Engineer. See the post-wise table below. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications (all posts) Check your age eligibility → |
| Selection Process | Scrutiny of applications received through proper channel → Shortlisting by Selection Committee → Personal Discussion at CSB Head Quarters, Bengaluru (if required) |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level 6 to Level 12 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix — roughly Rs. 35,400 at entry for Assistant Engineer up to Rs. 2,09,200 for Joint Secretary (Technical) |
| How to Apply | Offline only — prescribed application form plus detailed CV, forwarded through proper channel to the Member Secretary, Central Silk Board, Bengaluru |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website | csb.gov.in — Job Opportunities |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Vacancy Circular | 09.09.2026 |
| Application start date | Immediately — applications may be forwarded from the date of the circular |
| Last date for applications to reach CSB | Within 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News. The circular does not print a calendar date — candidates should count 30 days from the Employment News issue that carries this advertisement. |
| Personal Discussion date | Not specified in notification — shortlisted candidates will be intimated a date and time at CSB Head Quarters, Bengaluru |
Vacancy Details
| # | Name of the Post | Posts | Group | Scale of Pay | Place of Posting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joint Secretary (Technical) | 2 | A | Level-12 (Rs. 78,800 to 2,09,200) | Mumbai / Guwahati / Delhi |
| 2 | Deputy Director (Admn. and Accts.) | 4 | A | Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 to 2,08,700) | Bengaluru / Mysuru / Berhampore |
| 3 | Deputy Director (Statistics) | 1 | A | Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 to 2,08,700) | Bengaluru |
| 4 | Deputy Director (Official Language) | 1 | A | Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 to 2,08,700) | Mysuru |
| 5 | Deputy Director (Finance) | 1 | A | Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 to 2,08,700) | Bengaluru |
| 6 | Assistant Director (Admn. and Accts.) | 6 | A | Level-10 (Rs. 56,100 to 1,77,500) | Bengaluru / Mysuru / Pampore / Guwahati / Bilaspur |
| 7 | Assistant Director (Statistics) | 1 | A | Level-10 (Rs. 56,100 to 1,77,500) | Bengaluru |
| 8 | Assistant Engineer | 1 | B | Level-06 (Rs. 35,400 to 1,12,400) | Bengaluru |
| Total | 8 designations | 17 | — | — | — |
Note: the place of posting given above is tentatively indicated by CSB and may change.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Who can apply | Serving officers of the Central Government or State Government, or of statutory / autonomous organisations functioning under the Central Government, depending on the post. Applications must be routed through proper channel. |
| Educational Qualification | Varies by post — see the post-wise eligibility table below |
| Age Limit | Maximum 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications. This upper limit applies to every one of the 8 posts. The circular states no age relaxation for any category. Check your age eligibility → |
| Nationality | Citizen of India by birth or domicile (declared on the application form) |
| Application Restriction | Candidates who wish to apply for more than one post must submit a separate application for each post. Applications not routed through proper channel, received late, or incomplete will not be considered. |
Post-wise Eligibility
| Post | Service / Feeder Requirement | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Joint Secretary (Technical) | Officers of the Central or State Government holding analogous posts on a regular basis; or with 5 years of regular service in Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 to 2,08,700) or equivalent | Not specified in notification |
| Deputy Director (Admn. and Accts.) | Officers of the Central Government or of statutory / autonomous organisations under the Central Government holding analogous posts on a regular basis; or with 5 years regular service in Level-10 (Rs. 56,100 to 1,77,500) or equivalent | Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University or Institute |
| Deputy Director (Statistics) | Same feeder as above — analogous post on a regular basis; or 5 years regular service in Level-10 | Bachelor’s degree in Statistics from a recognised University |
| Deputy Director (Official Language) | Same feeder as above — analogous post on a regular basis; or 5 years regular service in Level-10 | Master’s degree in Hindi with English, or in English with Hindi, or in any other subject with the prescribed Hindi/English medium and subject combinations (five permitted combinations in all); and a Diploma or certificate course in translation from Hindi to English and vice versa |
| Deputy Director (Finance) | Same feeder as above — analogous post on a regular basis; or 5 years regular service in Level-10 | Chartered Accountant (ICAI), or Cost Accountant (ICAI-CMA), or Company Secretary (ICSI), or MBA, or Master’s degree in Commerce |
| Assistant Director (Admn. and Accts.) | Officers of the Central Government or of statutory / autonomous organisations under the Central Government holding analogous posts on a regular basis; or with 3 years regular service in Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 to 1,42,400) or equivalent | Chartered Accountant, or Cost Accountant, or Company Secretary, or MBA, or Master’s degree in Commerce |
| Assistant Director (Statistics) | Analogous post on a regular basis; or 3 years regular service in Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 to 1,42,400) | Bachelor’s degree in Statistics from a recognized university |
| Assistant Engineer | Officials of the Central or State Government or autonomous bodies holding an analogous post | Second Class Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University. Candidates with experience preferred. |
Application Fee
The Vacancy Circular does not mention any application fee for these deputation posts, and no payment instructions are given anywhere in the document. Applications are forwarded by the applicant’s own department through proper channel. Treat the fee as Not specified in notification and do not remit any amount unless CSB issues a separate instruction.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 — Receipt and scrutiny of applications | Applications in the prescribed form, with detailed CV and the five forwarding documents, must reach the Member Secretary, CSB through proper channel within the deadline. Applications received after the last date, incomplete applications, and applications not routed through proper channel are rejected at this stage without further consideration. |
| Stage 2 — Shortlisting by the Selection Committee | The Selection Committee assesses eligibility, qualifications and relevant experience. The circular states explicitly that merely fulfilling the minimum essential qualification does not entitle a candidate to be called for interview — additional qualifications, professional training and experience over and above the prescribed minimum are what count, and must be supported by documentary evidence. |
| Stage 3 — Personal Discussion (if required) | If the Selection Committee considers it necessary, shortlisted candidates are called for a Personal Discussion on a given date and time at CSB Head Quarters, Bengaluru. No TA / DA is paid for attending. No written examination is prescribed. |
| Stage 4 — Appointment and document verification | Selected candidates are appointed on deputation for 3 years, extendable with the approval of the Competent Authority. An applicant is not permitted to withdraw after selection. CSB verifies submitted documents at the time of appointment or during the tenure; if documents are found false or antecedents suppressed, the officer may be repatriated to the parent department. |
Salary and Benefits
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pay Matrix Level-12 | Rs. 78,800 to 2,09,200 — Joint Secretary (Technical) |
| Pay Matrix Level-11 | Rs. 67,700 to 2,08,700 — all four Deputy Director posts (Admn. and Accts., Statistics, Official Language, Finance) |
| Pay Matrix Level-10 | Rs. 56,100 to 1,77,500 — Assistant Director (Admn. and Accts.) and Assistant Director (Statistics) |
| Pay Matrix Level-06 | Rs. 35,400 to 1,12,400 — Assistant Engineer |
| Tenure | Deputation for an initial period of 3 years, extendable further in the event of administrative exigencies with the approval of the Competent Authority |
| Deputation terms | Pay and other terms and conditions of deputation are governed by the instructions issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) from time to time. The circular lists no separate allowance or perk figures. |
How to Apply
- Download the Vacancy Circular from csb.gov.in and take a print of the prescribed application form annexed to it (4 pages).
- Fill Part-I of the form yourself, paste a passport-size photograph in the space provided, sign the declaration, and attach a detailed CV giving your past assignments and the work you have handled.
- Submit the completed application to your Cadre Controlling Authority so that Part-II (the employer’s certification) can be filled and signed with the official stamp.
- Your Controlling Authority forwards the application through proper channel along with the Cadre Clearance, APAR dossiers for the last 5 years, Integrity Certificate, Vigilance Clearance Certificate and the major/minor penalty certificate.
- The complete application must reach the Member Secretary, Central Silk Board, CSB Complex, B.T.M. Layout, Madiwala, Hosur Road, Bangalore – 560 068 within 30 days of the advertisement appearing in Employment News.
Note: There is no online application portal for this circular. Applications sent directly by the candidate rather than through proper channel, applications received after the last date, and incomplete applications will not be considered. If you want to be considered for more than one of the eight posts, send a separate application for each.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Application in the prescribed form | Annexed to the circular. Part-I filled by the applicant, Part-II by the Cadre Controlling Authority, with signature, date and official stamp. |
| Passport-size photograph | Affixed in the box provided at the top of the application form |
| Detailed CV | Must give details of past assignments and the work handled by the officer |
| Cadre Clearance | Sent by the Controlling Authority in respect of the applicant |
| APAR dossier — last 5 years | Up-to-date Annual Performance Appraisal Reports for 2021-22 to 2025-26, in original or as clear and legible photocopies duly attested by the Competent Authority. If APARs for more than 3 years are unavailable, earlier APARs for the matching period must be sent with a No Report Certificate (NRC). |
| Integrity Certificate | Separate certificate — must not be combined with the vigilance or penalty certificate |
| Vigilance Clearance Certificate | Separate certificate stating that no disciplinary or criminal proceedings are pending or contemplated against the officer |
| Major / minor penalty certificate | Separate certificate covering the last 10 years. If no penalty has been imposed, a Nil statement must invariably be furnished. |
| Educational and experience proof | Documentary evidence of qualifications and experience over and above the prescribed minimum, since the circular says these are what earn an interview call |
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official Notification (PDF) | Download Official Notification (PDF) |
| Official Website | Central Silk Board — Job Opportunities |
| Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Sending the application directly to CSB instead of routing it through your Cadre Controlling Authority — applications not received through proper channel are rejected outright.
- Using one application to cover two or more of the eight posts; the circular requires a separate application for each post you want to be considered for.
- Clubbing the Integrity Certificate, Vigilance Clearance and penalty certificate into a single letter — the circular asks for a separate certificate for each of items (iii) to (v).
- Leaving out the Nil statement when no major or minor penalty has been imposed; a blank is treated as an incomplete application, not as a Nil.
- Assuming that meeting the minimum essential qualification guarantees an interview call — list every additional qualification, training and relevant experience with documentary proof.
- Counting the 30-day window from 09.09.2026 rather than from the Employment News publication date, which is what the circular actually specifies.
- Applying without your department’s consent, since an applicant cannot withdraw his or her name after selection.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many posts are being filled under Advt. No. CSB/01/2026?
Central Silk Board is filling 17 posts in all — 16 Group A posts and 1 Group B post — across eight designations.
2. What is the last date to apply for CSB deputation posts 2026?
Applications must reach the Member Secretary, Central Silk Board within 30 days from the date the advertisement is published in Employment News; the circular does not print a calendar date.
3. Who is eligible to apply for these CSB posts?
Only serving officers of the Central or State Government, or of statutory and autonomous organisations under the Central Government, who hold an analogous post on a regular basis or have the prescribed years of regular service in the feeder pay level.
4. What is the age limit for CSB deputation recruitment 2026?
The maximum age limit is 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications, and it is the same for all eight posts.
5. Is there any application fee?
The Vacancy Circular mentions no application fee and gives no payment instructions, so the fee is not specified in the notification.
6. Can I apply online for Central Silk Board deputation posts?
No — there is no online portal for this circular; the printed application form must be filled, certified by your Controlling Authority, and posted to CSB Bengaluru through proper channel.
7. How will candidates be selected?
Applications are scrutinised and shortlisted by a Selection Committee, and shortlisted candidates may be called for a Personal Discussion at CSB Head Quarters in Bengaluru if the Committee considers it necessary — there is no written examination.
8. What is the salary and tenure for these deputation posts?
Pay ranges from Level-06 (Rs. 35,400 to 1,12,400) for Assistant Engineer up to Level-12 (Rs. 78,800 to 2,09,200) for Joint Secretary (Technical), and the deputation runs for an initial 3 years, extendable as per DoPT guidelines.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
