The recruitment for Section Officer (SO) at the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) - Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI) for 2026 is unique this year. Unlike the standard open recruitment, this specific vacancy is being filled through a Special Direct Recruitment path.
Below are the critical details for the Advt No. E-I/RC/2026/1:
Key Application Dates (2026)
Application Start Date: January 15, 2026.
Application Last Date: February 4, 2026 (until 5:00 PM).
Last Date for Fee Payment: February 4, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
Target Candidates: This recruitment is specifically for non-recommended candidates of the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 (CSE-2024).
Total Vacancies: 8 posts.
Educational Qualification: Must possess a University Degree.
Age Limit: Maximum 30 years as of February 4, 2026 (standard age relaxations apply for reserved categories).
Pay Scale: Pay Level 8 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100) as per the 7th CPC.
Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS: ₹500.
SC / ST / PwBD / All Women: Exempted (₹0).
How to Apply
Visit the CSIR Recruitment Portal or the official CSIR website.
Click on the "Apply Online" link for the Section Officer post.
Register using your UPSC Roll Number, email address, and mobile number.
Log in with your new credentials to complete the application form and upload your photograph and signature.
Pay the fee online and submit the final application. Download the PDF for your records.
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