CSIR-CBRI Recruitment 2025: Security Officer Post Notification

The CSIR-Central Building Research Institute (CSIR-CBRI), Roorkee, a constituent establishment of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), New Delhi, has released an official notification inviting applications for the post of Security Officer. This recruitment aims to appoint a qualified individual to manage and oversee the institute’s security systems across its large campus.

CSIR-CBRI was established in 1947 and functions under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). Located in Roorkee, Uttarakhand, the institute is dedicated to research and development in building science and technology, including shelter planning, structural engineering, disaster mitigation, and sustainable construction practices.

Important Dates

• Starting Date of Online Application: 19 April 2025 (from 17:30 hours)
• Closing Date of Online Application: 18 May 2025 (up to 17:30 hours)

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS Candidates: ₹100
• SC/ST/PwBD/Women/CSIR Employees: Exempted

The fee should be paid online via the payment gateway integrated into the application portal.

Vacancy Details

• Post Code: SEC2025
• Post Name: Security Officer
• Number of Vacancies: 426 (Unreserved)
• Job Location: CSIR-CBRI, Roorkee, Uttarakhand

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualifications

• Ex-Short Service Commission Officers or Ex-Servicemen in the rank of Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) such as Subedar or above from Army/Navy/Air Force
• Equivalent rank from paramilitary forces such as BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, etc.

Experience

• Must have at least 10 years of hands-on experience in security work.
• For Short Service Commission Officers and Assistant Commandants (in paramilitary forces), minimum 5 years of experience is required
• Inspectors in paramilitary forces must have 10 years of relevant experience

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 35 years as on the closing date of online application (18 May 2025)
• Age relaxation applicable for Ex-Servicemen as per Government of India norms

Pay Scale

• Pay Matrix Level: Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) as per 7th Central Pay Commission
• Basic Pay: ₹44,900
• Approximate Total Emoluments: ₹60,000 per month (including DA, HRA, etc.)

Selection Process

The selection procedure consists of the following stages:

1. Physical and Personality Assessment Test

This step helps decide who will move forward to take the written exam.

Physical Standards

Height

• General: 167 cm (Male), 157 cm (Female)
• Hilly Areas: 165 cm (Male), 155 cm (Female)
• ST Category: 162.5 cm (Male), 154 cm (Female)

Chest (for Male candidates)

• General: 80 cm unexpanded
• Hilly Areas: 80 cm unexpanded
• ST Category: 77 cm unexpanded

Note: Hilly area candidates include those from regions like Garhwal, Kumaon, Leh & Ladakh, Northeast states, etc.

Physical Efficiency Tests

For Male Candidates:

• 1600 m Running: 6 minutes 30 seconds
• Long Jump: 3.65 m (3 chances)
• Chin-ups: Minimum 6
• Push-ups: Minimum 12
• Sit-ups: Minimum 10

For Female Candidates:

• 800 m Running: 4 minutes
• Long Jump: 2.70 m (3 chances)
• Sit-ups: Minimum 10

2. Written Examination

Only those who qualify in the Physical Test will appear for the written exam.

Paper-I (Objective type, OMR Based)

• Duration: 90 minutes
• Subjects: Mental Ability and Personality Assessment

Application Process

1. Visit the official CSIR-CBRI website: https://cbri.res.in
2. Navigate to the “Careers” section and click on the advertisement for “Security Officer Recruitment 2025.”
3. Sign up using a working email address and phone number, then carefully fill in the online form with the correct information.
4. Upload scanned copies of necessary documents such as photograph, signature, certificates, and experience proofs
5. Pay the application fee online (if applicable)
6. Once you’ve completed the form, submit it online and keep a printout for your records.

Job Responsibilities

The Security Officer will be responsible for:

1. Responsible for overseeing all security activities across the 250-acre CSIR-CBRI campus.
2. Overseeing how security staff are assigned and making sure they’re working smoothly in all shifts.
3. Keeping an eye on and taking care of security systems like CCTV cameras and tracking who comes in and goes out.
4. Investigating theft, accidents, or other breaches in security
5. Coordinating with local law enforcement when required
6. Fire safety preparedness and training
7. Ensuring maintenance and handling of firearms if necessary

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