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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the CBSE Recruitment 2025 notification for 124 vacancies under the Direct Recruitment Quota Examination 2026 (DRQ2026). Eligible candidates can apply for various Group A, B, and C positions including Assistant Secretary, Accounts Officer, and Junior Assistant. Ensure your application is submitted via the CBSE Official Website before the deadline of 27 December 2025.
CBSE Group A, B, and C Recruitment 2025 Overview
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| CBSE Direct Recruitment Quota Examination 2026 (DRQ2026) Advertisement No.:- CBSE/Rectt. Cell/14(88)/2025 | |
| Recruitment Authority | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Post Name | Assistant Secretary, Accounts Officer, Superintendent, Jr. Accountant, Jr. Assistant & Others |
| Total Vacancies | 124 Posts |
| Job Location | All India (Any of the Board's Offices) |
| Start Date to Apply | 02 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 December 2025 |
| Qualification | 12th, Graduate, Post Graduate (Relevant Discipline) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 35 Years (Post Wise) |
| Selection Process | Tier-1 (MCQ), Tier-2 (Written/Descriptive), Interview/Skill Test |
| Salary | Pay Level 2 to Pay Level 10 (As per 7th CPC) |
| Application Fees |
Unreserved/OBC/EWS: ₹1050 to ₹1750 SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM/Women: ₹250 (Only Processing Fee) Regular CBSE Employees: Nil |
| Application Mode | Online Via Website (cbse.gov.in) |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | cbse.gov.in |
| 👉 Apply Online Now | |
Important Date
- Notification Released: 02 December 2025
- Application Start: 02 December 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 27 December 2025
- Last Date of Fee Submission: 27 December 2025 (11:59 P.M.)
- Crucial Date for Eligibility: 27 December 2025
- Exam Date (Tier-1): To be Notified (Exam Year 2026)
- Admit Card: Available before exam on Official Website
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age (Post Wise): 27 to 35 Years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 05 Years
- OBC (NCL) Centre List: 03 Years
- PwBD (Unreserved): 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Service Period + 03 Years
- Women (OBC NCL): 13 Years
- Women (SC/ST): 15 Years
- CBSE Regular Employees: No Age Bar
- Note: Kindly Read Full Official Notification Before Apply.
Application Fees
- Group A Posts (UR/OBC/EWS): ₹1750/-
- Group B & C Posts (UR/OBC/EWS): ₹1050/-
- SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: ₹250/- (Processing Fee Only)
- Women Candidates: ₹250/- (Processing Fee Only)
- Board's Regular Employees: Nil/-
- Payment Mode: Online via Debit/Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI.
Qualification
- Assistant Secretary: Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University.
- Accounts Officer: Bachelor's Degree in Economics/Commerce/Accounts/Finance OR MBA Finance/CA/ICWA.
- Superintendent: Bachelor's Degree and typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi.
- Junior Accountant: 12th Class with Accountancy/Economics/Commerce etc. and typing knowledge.
- Junior Assistant: 12th Class or equivalent with typing speed of 35 w.p.m. (English) or 30 w.p.m. (Hindi).
- Junior Translation Officer: Master's Degree in Hindi/English with the other as a compulsory subject.
Full Eligibility
The CBSE DRQ2026 eligibility criteria require candidates to possess the Essential Qualification on or before 27 December 2025. Candidates appearing in the final year or awaiting results are not eligible. All educational certificates must be from a government-recognized Board or University.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Max Age |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Secretary | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline | 35 Years |
| Assistant Professor & Director | Post Graduate Degree (55% marks) + B.Ed/M.Ed/NET/JRF | 30 Years |
| Accounts Officer | Bachelor's Degree in Commerce/Economics/Finance OR MBA (Finance)/CA | 35 Years |
| Superintendent | Bachelor's Degree + Typing proficiency (35 wpm Eng / 30 wpm Hindi) | 30 Years |
| Junior Translation Officer | Master’s Degree in Hindi/English + Diploma in Translation | 30 Years |
| Junior Accountant | 12th with Accountancy/Business Studies/Economics/Commerce | 27 Years |
| Junior Assistant | 12th Pass + Typing proficiency (35 wpm Eng / 30 wpm Hindi) | 27 Years |
CBSE Salary Structure 2025
The CBSE Recruitment 2025 offers a competitive salary based on the 7th Pay Commission. The pay scales range from Pay Level 2 for junior positions to Pay Level 10 for administrative and academic officer roles, along with various central government allowances.
| Name of Post | Group | Pay Level (7th CPC) |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Secretary / Accounts Officer | Group A | Level 10 |
| Assistant Professor & Assistant Director | Group A | Level 10 |
| Superintendent / Junior Translation Officer | Group B | Level 6 |
| Junior Accountant / Junior Assistant | Group C | Level 2 |
- Selected candidates are eligible for Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance as per rules.
- The All India Transfer Liability applies, meaning candidates can be posted at any Regional Office or HQ.
- Initial appointment will be on a Probation Period as per CBSE Service Rules 1985.
Selection Process
The Selection Process for CBSE vacancies involves multiple stages to ensure the merit-based recruitment of candidates. It primarily consists of Written Examinations (Tier-1 & Tier-2) followed by an Interview or Skill Test depending on the specific requirements of the post.
- Tier-1: Objective Type (MCQ) Preliminary Screening Examination.
- Tier-2: Objective and Descriptive Type Written Main Examination.
- Tier-3/Interview: Personal Interview for Group A posts.
- Skill Test: Typing or Skill Test (Qualifying) for Superintendent, Junior Assistant, and Junior Accountant.
- Document Verification: Final check of educational and category certificates.
- Medical Examination: Ensuring the candidate meets the prescribed medical standards.
CBSE DRQ2026 Exam Pattern (Tier-1 & Tier-2)
The CBSE Recruitment 2025 selection follows a multi-tier structure. Tier-1 is a common screening test for most posts, while Tier-2 is a post-specific descriptive and objective exam. Candidates must score at least 30% marks in each tier to be considered for the next stage of CBSE DRQ2026.
| Part | Component of the Test | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-I | Current Affairs & General Awareness | 20 | 60 |
| Part-II | Reasoning & General Intelligence | 20 | 60 |
| Part-III | Arithmetical & Numerical Ability (DI) | 20 | 60 |
| Part-IV | General Hindi & Communication Skills | 10 | 30 |
| Part-V | General English & Communication Skills | 10 | 30 |
| Part-VI | Basic Knowledge of Computer Proficiency | 20 | 60 |
| Total | 100 | 300 | |
- Duration: 02 Hours (120 Minutes).
- Marking: +3 Marks for correct and -1 Mark for every wrong answer.
- Nature: Only for screening (Qualifying); marks not counted in final merit.
| Post Name | Objective Type | Descriptive Type | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Secretary | 150 Marks (50 Qs) | 150 Marks (30 Qs) | 300 Marks |
| Accounts Officer | 150 Marks (26 Qs) | 150 Marks (Essay/Finance) | 300 Marks |
| Superintendent | 150 Marks (50 Qs) | 150 Marks (30 Qs) | 300 Marks |
| Jr. Accountant | 150 Marks (50 Qs) | 150 Marks (Accounting) | 300 Marks |
| Junior Assistant | N/A | 150 Marks (04 Qs) | 150 Marks |
- Duration: 03 Hours for Tier-2 (except Junior Assistant which is 2 Hrs 15 Min).
- Junior Assistant Tier-2: Focused on Essay, Letter, and Precis Writing.
- Assistant Professor/Director: Tier-2 focus on NEP, NCF, and Education Systems.
- Final Merit: Prepared based on Tier-2 + Interview marks (where applicable).
Post / Category Wise Vacancy
A total of 124 vacancies are distributed across different categories including UR, SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS, and PwBD. The Junior Assistant post holds the highest number of vacancies at 35, followed by Superintendent with 27 posts.
| Post Name | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Secretary | 03 | 03 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 08 |
| Accounts Officer | 02 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 02 |
| Superintendent | 12 | 07 | 04 | 02 | 02 | 27 |
| Junior Accountant | 07 | 04 | 03 | 01 | 01 | 16 |
| Junior Assistant | 14 | 10 | 05 | 03 | 03 | 35 |
| Other Posts | 14 | 11 | 06 | 02 | 03 | 36 |
How To Apply
The CBSE Recruitment Application process is strictly Online. Candidates must visit the Official CBSE Portal between the registration dates and ensure they have a valid email ID and mobile number for all future communications regarding the DRQ2026 exam.
- Visit the official website www.cbse.gov.in and navigate to the Recruitment section.
- Click on the link for Online Application for DRQ 2026.
- Register using your basic details and note down the Registration Number and Password.
- Fill in the Educational Qualifications, experience details, and category information carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of your Photograph, Signature, and required certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the Application/Processing Fee through the integrated online payment gateway.
- Preview the form and click on Submit; then take a printout of the Confirmation Page.
Important Links
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FAQs
What is the last date to apply for CBSE Recruitment 2025?
The last date to submit the online application for CBSE Group A, B, and C posts is 27 December 2025, up to 11:59 P.M.
How many vacancies are released in CBSE DRQ 2026?
CBSE has advertised a total of 124 vacancies for various posts including Assistant Secretary, Junior Assistant, and Accounts Officer.
What is the application fee for female candidates?
Female candidates from all categories are exempted from the application fee and only need to pay the processing fee of ₹250.
Is there any negative marking in the CBSE Tier-1 Exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 1 mark for every incorrect answer in the Tier-1 Objective (MCQ) examination.
Can a candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes, candidates can apply for more than one post if they fulfill the eligibility criteria, but they must submit separate applications and pay fees for each post.
What is the minimum age limit for CBSE jobs?
The minimum age required to apply for any post in this recruitment is 18 years as of 27 December 2025.