CSIR-NCL Pune Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for Junior Secretariat Assistant Group C Posts

If you’re aiming for a secure government job and possess strong clerical skills, the CSIR – National Chemical Laboratory (NCL), Pune has opened an excellent opportunity. Operating under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), which functions under the Ministry of Science & Technology, this recruitment is for Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) roles in multiple departments.

Below is a complete and detailed breakdown of the official notification, covering important dates, application fee, vacancy distribution, eligibility, selection method, and the online application process.

Quick Highlights

• Recruiting Authority: CSIR – National Chemical Laboratory (NCL), Pune
• The available posts are for Junior Secretariat Assistant in the following areas: General, Stores & Purchase, and Finance & Accounts.
• Total Vacancies: 1875
• Application Mode: Online

Important Dates

Application Fees

• Mode of Payment: Online via UPI, Net Banking, Debit/Credit Cards

Post-Wise Vacancy Details

The recruitment drive includes the following 1875 vacancies:

These posts are classified as Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted positions.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (as on 05.05.2025)

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 28 years

Age Relaxation (as per government norms)

Educational Qualifications

For all three positions:

• You should have completed 10+2 / Class XII or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board.
• Must possess typing proficiency and computer knowledge.
• Typing Speed Requirement: As per Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT) norms.

Pay Scale and Classification

Selected candidates will be entitled to standard government benefits including DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Medical Facilities, and National Pension Scheme (NPS) benefits.

Selection Process

Candidates will be shortlisted based on a competitive written examination.

Exam Format

• Type: Objective-type, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
• Mode: OMR or Computer-Based Test
• Medium: English and Hindi (except English Section)
• The exam will last for 2 hours and 30 minutes, but candidates who require a scribe will have 3 hours and 20 minutes to complete it.

Document verification will be conducted only for candidates shortlisted after the examination.

Documents Required for Upload

Ensure the following documents are scanned and uploaded during online application:

1. Passport-size photograph
2. Signature
3. Class 12 mark sheet
4. Typing certificate or relevant proof
5. Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC)
6. Income certificate (EWS)
7. Disability certificate (if applicable)
8. Ex-Servicemen certificate (if applicable)
9. Widow/Divorcee certificate (if claiming age relaxation)
10. Payment receipt (for UR/OBC/EWS candidates)

How to Apply

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Visit the official recruitment portal: recruit.ncl.res.in
2. Register as a new user with a valid email ID and mobile number.
3. Login and access the application form.
4. Fill in all personal, educational, and communication details.
5. Upload required documents in the prescribed format.
6. Pay the application fee, if applicable.
7. Submit the form after verifying all entries.
8. Download and print the completed application for your records.

You don’t need to send a printed copy of your application to CSIR-NCL. Everything is handled online.

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