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Vacancy Increase notice in CSIR CRRI JSO and Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2025
As per Advt. No. CRRI/02/PC/JSA-JST/2025, Para 2.1 & 13(h) of CSIR CRRI JSA, Steno vacancy 2025, the total number of posts is revised to 246.
CSIR CRRI Recruitment 2025: Junior Secretariat Assistant & Junior Stenographer
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), through its Central Road Research Institute (CRRI), has announced recruitment for 246 vacancies of Junior Secretariat Assistants (JSA) and Junior Stenographers. This is a golden opportunity for candidates looking for government jobs in New Delhi and other CSIR institutes. The online application process is open from 22 March 2025 to 21 April 2025.
Key Highlights
- Application Period: 22 March 2025 to 21 April 2025
- Available Positions: Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) & Junior Stenographer
- Total Vacancies: 246 Posts
- Selection Process: Computer-Based Test + Proficiency Test
This recruitment drive by CSIR-CRRI offers excellent career opportunities for candidates with 10+2 qualifications. The selection process will involve a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by skill tests (typing for JSA and stenography for Junior Stenographer). Candidates should carefully review the eligibility criteria and application process before applying.
CSIR CRRI Recruitment 2025 Official Notification
CSIR CRRI Recruitment 2025
Short Details
Important Dates
- Application Begin: 22 March 2025
- Last Date for Apply Online: 21 April 2025 upto 05:00 PM
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 21 April 2025
- Exam Date: May/June 2025
- Admit Card Available: Before Exam
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹ 500/-
- Women/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM: No Fee
- Payable online via Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications
- Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA): 10+2/XII or equivalent with proficiency in computer typing
- Junior Stenographer: 10+2/XII or equivalent with proficiency in stenography
Age Requirements (as on 21/04/2025)
- Junior Secretariat Assistant: Maximum 28 Years
- Junior Stenographer: Maximum 27 Years
Age Relaxation
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 Years |
| PwBD (UR) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| ESM | 3 Years (after deducting military service) |
Selection Process
Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Eligibility: All eligible candidates will appear for CBT.
Test Structure:
- Mode: OMR or Computer-Based MCQs
- Medium: Bilingual (English/Hindi)
- Standard: Class XII level
- Duration:
- JSA: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Junior Stenographer: 2 hours
- Negative Marking:
- JSA: 1 mark per wrong answer in Paper-II
- Junior Stenographer: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Post | Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Secretariat Assistant | UR/EWS | 50% in Paper-II |
| SC/ST/ESM/OBC-NCL/PwBD | 40% in Paper-II | |
| Junior Stenographer | UR/EWS | 50% |
| SC/ST/ESM/OBC-NCL/PwBD | 40% |
Tie-Breaking Criteria
- Higher marks in qualifying examination
- Older candidate (based on Date of Birth)
- Alphabetical order of names
Skill Test
- For JSA: Computer Typing Test (English: 35 w.p.m. or Hindi: 30 w.p.m.)
- For Junior Stenographer: Stenography Test (80 w.p.m. dictation)
- Skill tests are qualifying in nature
Document Verification
- Final selection based on document verification of shortlisted candidates
- Required Documents:
- Original educational certificates
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Disability/ESM certificates (if applicable)
- Age proof certificate
Syllabus for CBT
Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
Paper-I: Mental Ability Test (Qualifying)
- General Intelligence
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Reasoning
- Problem Solving
- Situational Judgment
Paper-II:
- General Awareness: Current affairs, Indian history, geography, polity, science
- English Language: Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, sentence structure
Junior Stenographer
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: Analogies, coding-decoding, puzzles, series
- General Awareness: Current affairs, Indian history, geography, polity, science
- English Language & Comprehension: Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension with emphasis on comprehension
Vacancy Details (Total: 246 Posts)
| Institute Name | Junior Secretariat Assistant | Junior Stenographer | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSIR-Central Road Research Institute, New Delhi (CSIR-CRRI) | 11 | 03 | 14 |
| CSIR Head Quarter (CSIR HQRS) | 105 | 48 | 153 |
| CSIR-National Physical Laboratory, New Delhi (CSIR-NPL) | 17 | 09 | 26 |
| CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research, New Delhi (CSIR-NIScPR) | 23 | 05 | 28 |
| CSIR-Institute of Genomics & Integrative Biology, New Delhi (CSIR-IGIB) | 19 | 04 | 23 |
| Total | 175 | 69 | 246 |
Pay Scale & Benefits
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale | Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Secretariat Assistant | Level-2 | ₹19,900-63,200 | DA, HRA, TA, Medical, LTC, etc. as per CSIR rules |
| Junior Stenographer | Level-2 | ₹19,900-63,200 | DA, HRA, TA, Medical, LTC, etc. as per CSIR rules |
How to Apply for CSIR CRRI Recruitment 2025
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preparation: Read the official notification thoroughly. Prepare scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates) in required formats (JPEG for photo/signature, PDF for certificates). |
| 2 | Registration: Visit CSIR CRRI official website https://crridom.gov.in/ between 22 March to 21 April 2025. Click "Apply Online" and register with valid email and mobile number. |
| 3 |
Fill Application Form:
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| 4 | Fee Payment: Pay the applicable fee (₹500 for General/OBC/EWS) through online payment modes if required. Women/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM candidates are exempted. |
| 5 | Final Submission: Review all details carefully and submit the application. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference. |
How to Apply for CSIR CRRI Recruitment 2025
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preparation: Read the official notification thoroughly. Prepare scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates) in required formats (JPEG for photo/signature, PDF for certificates). |
| 2 | Registration: Visit CSIR CRRI official website https://crridom.gov.in/ between 22 March to 21 April 2025. Click "Apply Online" and register with valid email and mobile number. |
| 3 |
Fill Application Form:
|
| 4 | Fee Payment: Pay the applicable fee (₹500 for General/OBC/EWS) through online payment modes (UPI, Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards). Women/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM candidates are exempted. |
| 5 | Final Submission: Review all details carefully and submit the application. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference. |
How to Fill Prescribed Forms
Annexure-I: SC/ST Certificate
- Purpose: For SC/ST candidates claiming reservation
- Fields: Candidate's name, parent's name, village/town, district, state, caste/tribe recognized under Constitutional Orders
- Instructions: Obtain from authorized authorities (District Magistrate, Tehsildar). Submit original during document verification.
Annexure-II: OBC-NCL Certificate
- Purpose: For OBC-NCL candidates claiming reservation
- Fields: Candidate's name, father's name, village/town, district, state, community recognized as OBC
- Instructions: Obtain from authorized authorities. Submit with Annexure-III (OBC-NCL declaration). Ensure certificate is valid for Central Government posts.
Annexure-IV: EWS Certificate
- Purpose: For EWS candidates claiming reservation
- Fields: Candidate's name, parent's name, address, confirmation of family income below ₹8 lakh
- Instructions: Obtain from competent authority. Ensure income and asset details are for the correct financial year.
Annexure-V, VI, X, XI: PwBD Certificates
- Purpose: For PwBD candidates claiming relaxation/reservation
- Fields: Candidate's details, disability type, percentage, medical authority's signature
- Instructions: Obtain from notified medical authority. Specify disability percentage (minimum 40%). For multiple disabilities, list all applicable conditions.
Annexure-XII: ESM Certificate
- Purpose: For ESM claiming age relaxation/reservation
- Fields: Rank, name, service period, release reason
- Instructions: Obtain from competent military authority. Submit with discharge book during verification.
Important Notes
- Ensure all details match with original certificates
- Only one application per post is allowed
- Application fee is non-refundable
- Candidates must bring original documents for verification
- No documents need to be sent by post
- False information will lead to disqualification
- Admit cards will be available on CSIR CRRI website before exam
- Check CSIR CRRI website regularly for updates on exam date and results
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. What is the last date to apply for CSIR CRRI Recruitment 2025?
Answer. The last date to apply online is 21 April 2025 until 5:00 PM.
Q. What is the age limit for Junior Secretariat Assistant posts?
Answer. Maximum age is 28 years for JSA and 27 years for Junior Stenographer as on 21/04/2025, with relaxations for reserved categories.
Q. What is the application fee for General category?
Answer. The application fee for General category is ₹500. SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Women candidates are exempted.
Q. What is the selection process?
Answer. For JSA: CBT + Typing Test. For Junior Stenographer: CBT + Stenography Test.
Q. What are the educational qualifications required?
Answer. 10+2/XII or equivalent for both posts. Additional requirements: Computer typing proficiency for JSA and stenography skills for Junior Stenographer.
Q. How many vacancies are available?
Answer. There are total 246 vacancies (177 JSA and 69 Junior Stenographer posts).
Q. What documents are required for application?
Answer. 10+2 certificate, photo, signature, caste certificate (if applicable), PwBD/ESM certificate (if applicable).
Q. When will the exam be conducted?
Answer. CBT is tentatively scheduled for May/June 2025. Exact date will be announced on the official website.
Q. Is there any negative marking in CBT?
Answer. For JSA: Negative marking only in Paper-II (1 mark per wrong answer). For Junior Stenographer: 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
Q. Where can I check updates?
Answer. Regularly check the official website: https://crridom.gov.in/.
