CSIR – CDRI JSA & Stenographer Recruitment 2025

Date / Time of Post: 11/02/2025 | 10:16 AM By India Sarkari Naukri

Hello Dear Friends, I have a great news to share with you. CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI) Lucknow has released a recruitment notification for Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Junior Stenographer posts with salary ranging from Rs. 19300/ – Rs. 81000/. A total of 11 vacancies are available, including 07 for JSA (Gen./F&A/S&P) and 04 for Stenographer (Hindi/English).

Candidates must have passed 12th (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized board. For JSA, computer typing proficiency is required (35 WPM in English or 30 WPM in Hindi). For Stenographer, 80 WPM in shorthand (English/Hindi) is mandatory. The age limit is 28 years for JSA and 27 years for Stenographer, with age relaxation as per government rules.

The selection process includes a written examination and a skill test. The final merit list will be based on written exam scores, while the skill test (typing/shorthand) will be qualifying in nature.

Interested candidates can apply online from 10 February 2025 to 10 March 2025. Candidates can get all the information about this recruitment in this article.

CSIR – CDRI Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) & Steno Recruitment 2025 Overview

CSIR – CDRI JSA & Steno Recruitment 2025 Application Fees

CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI) JSA & Steno Recruitment 2025 Important Dates

CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI) JSA & Stenographer Recruitment 2025 Age Limit

CSIR – CDRI Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) & Steno Vacancy 2025 Qualifications

Category Wise Details of Stenographer & JSA Recruitment 2025

CSIR – CDRI JSA & Stenographer Recruitment 2025 Selection Process

For Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA):

Step 1: Written Examination (OMR/CBT Based) – Qualifying

Step 2: Typing Test on Computer (Qualifying in nature)

Step 3: Preparation of Merit List

Step 4: Document Verification

Step 5: Final Selection & Appointment

Note – Merit List is prepared on basis of only paper 2 score.

For Junior Stenographer (Hindi/English):

Step 1: Written Examination (OMR/CBT Based) – Qualifying

Step 2: Stenography Skill Test (Qualifying in nature)

Step 3: Preparation of Merit List (Based on written exam scores)

Step 4: Document Verification

Step 5: Final Selection & Appointment

CSIR-CDRI Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) Exam Pattern

Paper-I (Qualifying in Nature)

Note – Minimum qualifying marks will be decided before Paper-II evaluation.

Paper-II (Merit-Based)

Typing Skill Test(Only Qualifying in Nature):

Note – Final Merit List will be based only on Paper-II scores.

CSIR-CDRI Junior Stenographer Exam Pattern

Exam Details:

Exam Structure (Stenographer):

Stenography Skill Test (Qualifying in Nature):

Note – Final Selection will be based only on Written Exam scores, and the Skill Test will be qualifying in nature.

CSIR – CDRI JSA & Steno Recruitment 2025 Salary

Candidates after getting selected for CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI) received handsome salary. The Junior Secretariat Assistant position offers a pay scale of Rs.19,900 – Rs.63,200/-, with an estimated salary of Rs.36,500/- and Junior Stenographer position has a pay scale of Rs.25,500 – Rs.81,100/-, with an estimated salary of Rs.49,623/-.

How to apply for CSIR – CDRI JSA & Stenographer Recruitment 2025?

Candidates must apply between 10 Feb 2025 to 10 March 2025 for successful application form and then follow below steps:

Step 1: Visit the Official Website – Go to Official Website and click on the “Jr. Secretariat Assistant (Gen./F&A/S&P) and Jr. Stenographer Recruitment-2025” link. (Direct Link is provided in Important Links Section)

Step 2: Register Yourself – Click on “New Registration” and enter your Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, and create a password. Verify your email and mobile via OTP.

Step 3: Fill Online Application Form – Provide personal details such as Name, Date of Birth, Gender, and Category. Enter educational qualifications, including 10+2 details, Board, and Year of Passing. Select the preferred post, either JSA (Gen/F&A/S&P) or Stenographer.

Step 4: Upload Required Documents – Upload a recent passport-size photo (JPEG, max 50KB) and a scanned signature (JPEG, max 20KB). If applicable, upload the Caste Certificate, PwBD Certificate, and Educational Certificates such as the 10+2 marksheet.

Step 5: Pay Application Fee – Candidates from UR, OBC, and EWS categories need to pay ₹500/-, while SC, ST, PwBD, Women, Ex-Servicemen, and CSIR Employees are exempt from the fee. The payment can be made through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.

Step 6: Submit Application Form – Review all details carefully before clicking on “Final Submit.” After submission, take a printout of the application form for future reference.

CDRI Jr. Secretariat Assistant and Jr. Stenographer Recruitment-2025 FAQS

Q1. What is the last date to apply for CSIR-CDRI JSA & Stenographer recruitment?

A1. The last date to submit the online application form is 10 March 2025, 5:30 PM. Candidates are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Q2. How can I apply for CSIR-CDRI JSA & Stenographer posts?

Q3. What is the selection process for CSIR-CDRI JSA & Stenographer recruitment?

A3. Candidates must clear a written examination, followed by a skill test (typing for JSA and stenography for Stenographer). The final merit list is based on written exam scores.

Q4. What is the application fee for CSIR-CDRI JSA & Stenographer posts?

A4. The application fee is ₹500 for UR/OBC/EWS candidates. However, SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen/CSIR employees are exempted from paying the application fee.