CSIR-Central Scientific Instruments Organisation (CSIR-CSIO), Chandigarh has invited online applications for 6 vacancies across the posts of Security Officer, Receptionist, and Driver (Advertisement No. Regular – 01/2026). Eligible Indian Nationals can apply online at www.csio.res.in from 14.08.2026 to 14.09.2026 (up to 5:00 PM).
₹500 + GST = ₹590 (non-refundable, via State Bank Collect only)
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Women
Exempted (Nil)
Vacancy Details
Post
Post Code
Vacancies
Pay Level
Total Emoluments (Approx.)
Upper Age Limit
Security Officer (Group B)
SOF
1 (UR)
Level-7 (₹44,900–1,42,400)
₹93,758/month
35 years
Receptionist (Group B)
REC
1 (UR)
Level-6 (₹35,400–1,12,400)
₹74,530/month
28 years
Driver (Group C)
DRI
4 (3-UR, 1-OBC; 1 post reserved for ESM)
Level-2 (₹19,900–63,200)
₹41,718/month
27 years
Eligibility Criteria
Criterion
Detail
Security Officer
Ex-Servicemen JCO (Subedar or higher rank) OR equivalent rank in other Paramilitary forces with minimum 10 years’ security experience (5 years for Short Service Commissioned Officers/Assistant Commandant in CRPF/BSF/ITBP on pre-revised pay scale ₹8,000–13,500; 10 years for Inspector from Para Military Forces)
Receptionist
Graduate with 2 years’ relevant experience as Receptionist in a Govt./Autonomous Body/Public Undertaking
Driver
Valid LMV & HMV driving license; knowledge of motor mechanism (able to remove minor defects); minimum 3 years’ driving experience; pass in 10th standard
Nationality
Indian Citizen
Application Restriction
Only one application per candidate per post; no withdrawal/modification after submission
Age Relaxation
Category
Relaxation
OBC (NCL)
3 years (if post is reserved for the category)
Widows / Divorced Women / Women Judicially Separated (not remarried)
Up to 35 years (38 years for OBC)
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
10 years (13 years for OBC); max age on crucial date not to exceed 56 years
3 years, or deduction of actual military service from actual age (resultant age not to exceed prescribed limit by more than 3 years, 6 years for OBC)
Selection Process
Stage
Details
Security Officer
Stage 1: Physical & Personality Assessment Test — qualifying in nature (includes height/chest standards and physical events: 1600m run, long jump, chin-ups, push-ups, sit-ups for men; 800m run, sit-ups for women). Stage 2: Written Test — Paper I (objective, 90 min, threshold 30%) and Paper II (subjective, 2 hours, threshold set by Selection Committee, minimum 35%); Paper II evaluated only for those clearing Paper I. Final merit list is based on Paper II performance.
Receptionist
Personality Assessment Test only — single stage, no written examination specified.
Driver
Stage 1: Skill Test — qualifying in nature. Stage 2: Written Test (100 questions, 90 minutes, Class X standard, objective/OMR or computer-based). Final merit list based on written test performance.
Exam Pattern
Security Officer – Paper I (90 minutes, no negative marking):
Subject
No. of Questions
Marks
Mental Ability and Personality Assessment Test (General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, Problem Solving, Situational Judgment, etc.)
100
100
Security Officer – Paper II (2 hours, subjective):
Subject
Maximum Marks
Comprehension
25
Report Writing
25
Security Regulations, Firefighting, etc.
25
General Awareness
25
Driver – Written Test (100 questions, 90 minutes; 3 marks for every correct answer, 1 negative mark for every wrong answer):
Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), as admissible to Central Government employees
Other Benefits
Entitled-type accommodation (subject to availability, per CSIR Residence Allotment Rules), reimbursement of Medical Expenses, Leave Travel Concession, Children Education Allowance
Pension
Governed by the New Pension Scheme (NPS) as applicable w.e.f. 01.01.2004 / as opted by CSIR
How to Apply
Visit the official CSIR-CSIO website: www.csio.res.in.
Register with a valid, active email ID (create one first if you don’t have one).
Fill in the online application form with personal, educational, and post-related details.
Upload the required documents (photograph, signature, certificates) and pay the application fee (if applicable) via State Bank Collect.
Submit the form and save the generated Application Form Number and E-receipt for future reference.
Note: Only online applications are accepted — printouts of the application or documents should NOT be sent by post or by hand. Applications, once submitted, cannot be withdrawn or modified, and the fee is non-refundable.
Documents Required
Document
Format / Notes
Passport-size colour photograph
Scanned, valid (mandatory)
Signature
Scanned, valid (mandatory)
Educational certificates & mark sheets
From recognized Boards/Universities/Institutions, from 10th standard onwards
Category/caste certificate (OBC)
As per Appendix-II format; must confirm non-Creamy Layer status
PwBD disability certificate
As per Appendix-III format; degree of disability 40% or more
Ex-Servicemen certificate
As per Appendix-IV format, signed by appropriate authority
Widow/Divorced Women proof
Death certificate + affidavit (widow), or court judgment/decree + affidavit (divorced/judicially separated)
CGPA/SGPA conversion formula
Required if qualification is awarded in grades (as per UGC/AICTE norms)
Only one application per candidate per post is accepted — duplicate applications from different emails will only count the most recent one.
Applications cannot be withdrawn, modified, or corrected once submitted — double-check all entries before hitting Submit.
The application fee is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other recruitment — verify the fee amount and payment mode (State Bank Collect only) before paying.
Incomplete applications — missing photograph, signature, educational/experience proof, or required documents — are summarily rejected.
Candidates with grades (CGPA/SGPA) must upload the official conversion formula, or the application may be treated as incomplete.
Save the Application Form Number and fee E-receipt immediately after submission — there is no provision to re-print the form.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for CSIR-CSIO Recruitment 2026? The online application window closes on 14.09.2026 (up to 5:00 PM).
Q2. How many vacancies are there in CSIR-CSIO Recruitment 2026? There are 6 vacancies in total — 1 Security Officer, 1 Receptionist, and 4 Driver posts.
Q3. What is the qualification required for the Driver post? A pass in 10th standard, a valid LMV & HMV driving license, and at least 3 years of driving experience.
Q4. What is the upper age limit for these posts? 35 years for Security Officer, 28 years for Receptionist, and 27 years for Driver, as on 14.09.2026.
Q5. What is the application fee? ₹500 + GST = ₹590 for General/OBC/EWS candidates; SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Women candidates are exempted.
Q6. How can I apply for CSIR-CSIO Recruitment 2026? Only online through www.csio.res.in — offline or postal applications are not accepted.
Q7. What is the selection process for Security Officer and Driver posts? A physical/skill test followed by a written examination, with the final merit list based on written-test performance.
Q8. Is the Security Officer post open to civilian candidates? No — it is reserved for Ex-Servicemen JCOs (Subedar or higher rank) or an equivalent rank in paramilitary forces with security experience.
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.
