CBSE Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Assistant Secretary, Accounts Officer, Superintendent, JTO, Junior Accountant & Junior Assistant Posts

CBSE Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for Assistant Secretary, Assistant Professor, Accounts Officer, Superintendent, Junior Translation Officer, Junior Accountant & Junior Assistant Posts. Check eligibility, salary, age limit, vacancies, exam pattern, selection process, application fees, and important dates. Apply online from 2 Dec to 22 Dec 2025.

CBSE Recruitment 2026

Advertising no. :- No:CBSE/Rectt. Cell/14(88)/2025

Introduction:

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has released a detailed advertisement for the Direct Recruitment Quota Examination 2026 (DRQ2026). The recruitment is for a total of 124 vacancies across various Group A, B, and C non-teaching posts, including Assistant Secretary, Superintendent, and Junior Assistant. The application process is completely online and commences on 02.12.2025.

CBSE Recruitment 2026-Overview:

organization name

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), (An Autonomous Organization under the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India)

post name

Group 'A': Assistant Secretary, Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Academics/Training/Skill Education), Accounts Officer

post type

 Group 'A', 'B', and 'C' posts on Direct Recruitment basis


application mode

Online

application fees

  • For Unreserved/OBC/EWS (Group-A posts): ₹1750 (₹1500 Application Fee + ₹250 Processing Fee).
  • For Unreserved/OBC/EWS (Group-B/C posts): ₹1050 (₹800 Application Fee + ₹250 Processing Fee).
  • For SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Women: ₹250 (Processing Fee only).

no of vacancies

 Total 124 vacancies (Provisional and may vary)

education qualification

Varies by post (Examples below):

  • Assistant Secretary (Group A): Bachelor's Degree.
  • Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Group A): Post Graduate Degree in any discipline with 55% marks.
  • Junior Assistant (Group C): 12th Class or equivalent qualification AND a typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi on Computer.

selection process

  • Group 'A' Posts (Assistant Secretary, Accounts Officer, etc.): Tier-1 (MCQ Based Preliminary Screening Examination), Tier-2 (Objective Type & Descriptive Written Main Examination), and Tier-3 (Interview).


  • Group 'B' & 'C' Posts (Superintendent, Junior Assistant, etc.): Tier-1 (MCQ Based Preliminary Screening Examination) and Tier-2 (Written Main Examination, which may include a skill/typing test for some posts like Junior Assistant, which is qualifying in nature).

age limit

  •  Reckoned as on the closing date of application (22.12.2025):
  • Maximum 35 years: Assistant Secretary, Accounts Officer.
  • Maximum 30 years: Assistant Professor & Assistant Director, Superintendent, Junior Translation Officer.
  • Maximum 27 years: Junior Accountant, Junior Assistant.
  • Minimum Age: 18 years for all posts. Age relaxation is applicable as per Govt. of India rules for reserved categories.

salary

Pay Level Varies by Group:

Group A: Pay Level - 10(₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500)

Group B: Pay Level - 6(₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400)

Group C: Pay Level - 2(₹19,900 – ₹63,200)

CBSE Recruitment 2026- Important Dates:

EventDate
Notification Release Date02 December 2025
Start Date to Apply Online02 December 2025
Last Date to Apply Online22 December 2025 (11:59 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment22 December 2025
Correction WindowNotified Soon
Tier-I (OMR Based Exam) DateTo be announced
Tier-II Exam DateTo be announced
Skill Test / InterviewPost-wise later
Final Result DeclarationTo be notified

CBSE Recruitment 2026-Vacancy Details:

Group A Posts

Post NameTotal VacanciesEducation Qualification
Assistant Secretary08Bachelor’s Degree
Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Academics)12Post Graduate Degree (55%), B.Ed/M.Ed/NET/PhD desirable
Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Training)08Post Graduate Degree (55%), B.Ed/M.Ed/NET/PhD desirable
Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Skill Education)07Post Graduate Degree (55%), relevant expertise
Accounts Officer02Bachelor’s in Commerce/Finance/Economics OR MBA (Finance)/CA/ICWA

Group B Posts

Post NameTotal VacanciesEducation Qualification
Superintendent27Bachelor’s Degree + Computer Knowledge
Junior Translation Officer (JTO)09Master’s in Hindi/English + Translation Certificate + 3 yrs experience

Group C Posts

Post NameTotal VacanciesEducation Qualification
Junior Accountant1612th Pass + Commerce/Business Subjects + Typing Speed
Junior Assistant3512th Pass + Typing Speed 35 WPM (English) / 30 WPM (Hindi)

CBSE Recruitment 2026-Important Direct Link:

CBSE Recruitment 2026-Exam Pattern:

CBSE will conduct the Direct Recruitment Quota Examination (DRQ 2026) through Tier-I, Tier-II, and Skill Test/Interview (post-wise).


1. Tier-I Exam Pattern (For All Posts – Group A, B & C)

Mode: OMR Based Offline Exam
Type: Objective (MCQs)
Total Questions: 100
Total Marks: 300
Negative Marking: 1 Mark for each wrong answer
Time Duration: 2 Hours

Tier-I Paper Structure

SectionNo. of QuestionsMarks
General Awareness & Current Affairs2060
General Reasoning & Mental Ability2060
Numerical Ability & Data Interpretation2060
General Hindi1030
General English1030
Computer Knowledge2060
Total100300

2. Tier-II Exam Pattern (Post-wise)

Tier-II varies by post and includes OMR + descriptive components.

Group A Posts (Assistant Secretary, AP/AD, Accounts Officer)

Mode: OMR + Descriptive
Includes:

  • Subject-Specific Paper
  • Drafting / Essay / Case Study
  • Document Verification
  • Interview (only for Group A)

Group B Posts (Superintendent, JTO)

Tier-II includes:

  • Subject Paper
  • Descriptive Test
  • Computer Skill Test (where applicable)

Group C Posts (Junior Accountant, Junior Assistant)

Tier-II includes:

  • Descriptive Paper
  • Typing Test / Skill Test (Mandatory)

Skill Test Requirements

PostSkill Test
Junior Assistant35 WPM English / 30 WPM Hindi typing
Junior AccountantTyping + Basic Computer Test
JTOTranslation Skill Test

3. Tier-III (Where Applicable)

  • Interview → Only for Group A Posts
  • Skill Test → For Group B & C Posts

CBSE Recruitment 2026-Exam Preparation Tips:

  • Understand the Syllabus: Strictly adhere to the official syllabus and exam pattern for your specific post (e.g., Assistant Secretary (Admin) Tier 2 is descriptive).
  • Practice with Previous Papers: Solve sample papers and previous year’s question papers to understand the format and improve speed and accuracy.
  • Make Short Notes: Create summary notes or flashcards for quick revision of important formulas, definitions, and key concepts.
  • Focus on Time Management: Practice full-length mock tests within the allotted time to manage time effectively during the actual exam.
  • Be Consistent: Maintain a structured study plan and revise regularly to reinforce concepts.

CBSE Recruitment 2026-How To Apply:

The application process must be completed online through the official CBSE website by the closing date.

  • Online Registration: Candidates must register and fill out the application form online starting from 02.12.2025.
  • Fee Payment: Pay the applicable examination and processing fee through the Online Mode (Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI).
  • Submission: The last date for submission and fee payment is 22.12.2025.
  • Printout: Candidates must take a printout of the e-Receipt and the submitted online Application Form after successful payment for future reference.
  • Eligibility: Ensure all essential qualifications are met as of the closing date of application (22.12.2025).

CBSE Recruitment 2026-FAQs? :

Q1. Is the Tier-1 examination qualifying in nature?
👉A:  Yes, the Tier-1 examination is generally a qualifying exam. The final merit for Group ‘A’ posts is typically based on Tier-2 marks and the Interview.

Q2. What is the negative marking for the Tier-1 exam?
👉A: There is a negative marking of ½ mark for every wrong answer in the Tier-1 exam for posts like Assistant Secretary.

Q3. Is the skill/typing test mandatory for all posts?
👉A: No, the skill/typing test is mandatory only for posts like Junior Assistant and Junior Accountant, and it is qualifying in nature.

Q4. What is the minimum age to apply for these posts?
👉A: The minimum age for all advertised posts is 18 years as of the closing date of application (22.12.2025).

Q5. Where can I find the official syllabus for the Tier-2 exam?
👉A: The subject-wise syllabus for the Tier-2 examination for various posts, especially for Group A, can be found on the official CBSE website (www.cbse.nic.in).

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