Updated 15 August 2026: CSIR-Central Scientific Instruments Organisation (CSIR-CSIO), Chandigarh has opened recruitment for 6 regular posts under Advertisement No. Regular-01/2026. The vacancies cover Security Officer, Receptionist and Driver posts, with online applications open from 14 August 2026 to 14 September 2026.
Apply Online | Official CSIR-CSIO Website / Notification
CSIR-CSIO Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organisation | CSIR-Central Scientific Instruments Organisation |
|---|---|
| Advertisement | Regular-01/2026 |
| Total vacancies | 6 |
| Posts | Security Officer, Receptionist, Driver |
| Application start | 14 August 2026 |
| Last date | 14 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Mode | Online |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Security Officer | 1 |
| Receptionist | 1 |
| Driver | 4 |
Eligibility Highlights
Security Officer
The post is intended for candidates with prescribed ex-servicemen/paramilitary background and relevant security experience. Applicants should verify the exact rank and experience route in the official notification.
Receptionist
A graduate degree with two years of relevant receptionist experience in a Government, Autonomous Body or PSU environment is required.
Driver
Candidates need a 10th-standard pass, valid LMV and HMV driving licences, working knowledge of motor mechanism and at least three years of motor-car driving experience.
Age Limits
| Post | Upper age limit |
|---|---|
| Security Officer | 35 years |
| Receptionist | 28 years |
| Driver | 27 years |
Government age relaxations apply where eligible. Candidates should calculate age as per the notification’s cut-off date rather than relying only on the headline limits.
Pay Levels
- Security Officer: Pay Matrix Level 7
- Receptionist: Pay Matrix Level 6
- Driver: Pay Matrix Level 2
Selection Process
The selection method differs by post. Security Officer selection includes assessment/written stages, Receptionist selection is through a personality assessment route, and Driver selection includes a qualifying skill test followed by a written examination. Candidates must read the detailed exam scheme in the official advertisement.
How to Apply
- Open the official CSIR-CSIO career portal.
- Read Advertisement Regular-01/2026 completely.
- Register using an active email address.
- Fill personal, educational and experience details accurately.
- Upload the prescribed photograph, signature and supporting documents.
- Pay the applicable fee if you are not exempt.
- Submit before 14 September 2026 at 5:00 PM and save the acknowledgement.
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | CSIR-CSIO Career Portal |
| Official Notification / Website | CSIR-CSIO Official Website |
| Latest Government Jobs | JobNotifie Government Jobs |
| Latest Posts | JobNotifie Latest Posts |
FAQs
How many vacancies are available?
Six: one Security Officer, one Receptionist and four Driver posts.
When is the last date?
14 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
Can 10th-pass candidates apply?
The Driver post accepts 10th pass, but candidates must also meet driving-licence, motor-mechanism and experience requirements.
Is the application online?
Yes, through the official CSIR-CSIO career portal.
Are these permanent posts?
The recruitment is advertised under a regular recruitment advertisement; candidates should still verify service conditions in the official notification.
Disclaimer
JobNotifie has used the CSIR-CSIO career portal and a current credible recruitment report to summarise this update. Candidates must verify the official PDF, fee, reservation, age relaxation, exam scheme and all conditions on csio.res.in before applying.