Are you a 12th pass candidate looking for a stable Central Government job? CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography (CSIR-NIO), Goa, has announced 25 vacancies for Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Junior Stenographer (JST) under Group-C administrative posts. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking secure employment with attractive pay scales (up to ₹47,415/month).
📢 Last Date to Apply: 24 June 2025 | Exam Date: Tentatively July 2025
📌 CSIR-NIO Recruitment 2025: Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | CSIR - National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) |
| Advertisement No. | NIO/02-2025/R&A |
| Job Type | Central Government (Group-C) |
| Total Vacancies | 25 Posts (JSA-19, JST-6) |
| Apply Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | nio.res.in |
| Online Application Start Date | 26 May 2025 (9:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 June 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Exam Date (Tentative) | 1st Week of July 2025 |
🧾 Post-Wise Vacancy & Salary Details
1. Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) – 19 Posts
| Cadre | Vacancies | Pay Level | Approx. Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (Gen) | UR-5, OBC-2, ST-2, EWS-1 | Level 2 (₹19,900–₹63,200) | ₹36,220/month |
| Finance & Accounts (F&A) | UR-3, OBC-1, ST-1, EWS-1 | Level 2 | ₹36,220/month |
| Stores & Purchase (S&P) | UR-2, EWS-1 | Level 2 | ₹36,220/month |
2. Junior Stenographer (JST) – 6 Posts
| Category | Vacancies | Pay Level | Approx. Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| All India | UR-2, OBC-2, ST-1, EWS-1 | Level 4 (₹25,500–₹81,100) | ₹47,415/month |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
For JSA:
10+2 (XII) passed or equivalent.
Typing Speed:
English: 35 words per minute (WPM)
Hindi: 30 WPM
For JST:
10+2 (XII) passed or equivalent.
Stenography Skills:
Dictation: 80 WPM (English/Hindi)
Transcription Time: 50 min (English) / 65 min (Hindi)
Note: 3-year diploma after 10th is also considered equivalent to 12th.
📅 Age Limit (as on 24.06.2025)
JSA: Max 28 years
JST: Max 27 years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| PwBD | Up to 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years after service deduction |
| Widows/Divorced Women | Up to 40 years (SC/ST) |
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
Payment Mode: Online via SBI Collect (Non-refundable).
📝 Selection Process
1. For Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
Written Exam (OMR/CBT):
Paper-I: Mental Ability (Qualifying)
Paper-II: General Awareness & English (Merit-Based)
Typing Test (Qualifying)
2. For Junior Stenographer (JST)
Written Exam: General Intelligence, Awareness & English
Stenography Skill Test (Qualifying)
Final Merit List will be based on Paper-II (JSA) and Written Exam (JST).
📌 How to Apply Online?
Go to Recruitment → Apply Online
Register using a valid email & mobile number
Fill the form, upload documents (photo, signature, certificates)
Pay fee (if applicable)
Submit & Download Confirmation
No need to send hard copies to CSIR-NIO.
🔗 Important Links
✅ Download Official Notification
✅ Apply Online
