The CSIR Combined Administrative Services Examination has announced the Stage I Result for the Assistant Section Officer (ASO) and Section Officer (SO) posts. Candidates who have appeared for the exam can now download the Stage I result. The exam details, pay scale, age limits, selection procedure, and other important information are available in the official advertisement. Interested candidates can review the full notification and apply as per the given guidelines.

Important Dates:

• Application Start Date: 08/12/2023
• Application Deadline: 13/01/2024 (until 05:00 PM)
• Exam Fee Payment Deadline: 14/01/2024
• Exam Date: 05-20 February 2024
• Admit Card Release: 26/01/2024
• Answer Key Release: 24/02/2024
• Stage I Result Release: 03/06/2024

Application Fee:

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹500
• SC / ST / PH: ₹0
• All Female Candidates: ₹0
• Payment Method: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking Only

Age Limit (as of 12/01/2024):

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 33 Years
• Age Relaxation: As per CSIR Recruitment Rules

Vacancy Details:

• Assistant Section Officer (ASO): 368 Posts
• Section Officer (SO): 76 Posts
• Eligibility: Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized university (further details in the notification)

How to Apply:

1. Application Period: Apply between 08/12/2023 and 13/01/2024.
2. Read the Notification: Review the full notification before applying.
3. Prepare Required Documents: Ensure you have all necessary documents, including eligibility proof, ID proof, address details, etc.
4. Scan Documents: Have scanned copies of the required documents (e.g., photo, signature, ID proof) ready.
5. Preview Application: Before submitting, double-check all details and ensure everything is accurate.
6. Submit Application: Pay the application fee if applicable. Your form will not be considered complete without the required fee.
7. Print Confirmation: After submitting, print the final application form for your records.