CBSE Recruitment 2026: CBSE has released the DRQ2026 Recruitment Notification for Assistant Secretary, Assistant Professor, Superintendent, JTO, Junior Accountant & Junior Assistant posts. Apply online from 02 to 22 December 2025. Check eligibility, vacancy, fees, salary, exam pattern, and important links.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the Direct Recruitment Quota (DRQ2026) notification for various Group A, B & C posts. Eligible candidates can apply online for Assistant Secretary, Assistant Professor & Assistant Director, Accounts Officer, Superintendent, Junior Translation Officer, Junior Accountant, and Junior Assistant posts.
The online application process has started on 02 December 2025 and will remain open till 22 December 2025.
CBSE Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Advertisement No. | CBSE/Rectt.Cell/14(88)/2025 |
| Post Name | Various Group A, B & C Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 95+ (Tentative) |
| Apply Start | 02 December 2025 |
| Last Date | 22 December 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://cbse.gov.in |
Post Details
| Post Code | Post Name | Group | Age Limit | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/25 | Assistant Secretary | A | 35 yrs | 08 |
| 02/25 | Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Academics) | A | 30 yrs | 12 |
| 03/25 | Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Training) | A | 30 yrs | 08 |
| 04/25 | Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Skill Education) | A | 30 yrs | 07 |
| 05/25 | Accounts Officer | A | 35 yrs | 02 |
| 06/25 | Superintendent | B | 30 yrs | 27 |
| 07/25 | Junior Translation Officer | B | 30 yrs | 09 |
| 08/25 | Junior Accountant | C | 27 yrs | 16 |
| 09/25 | Junior Assistant | C | 27 yrs | 35 |
Educational Qualification
Group A Posts
Assistant Secretary / Assistant Professor / Assistant Director
- Bachelor’s Degree (AS) / Post Graduate Degree with 55% marks (AP/AD)
- B.Ed / M.Ed / NET / SLET / JRF / PhD preferred
- Age Limit: 30–35 years depending on the post
Accounts Officer
- Graduation with Commerce/Accounts/Finance
OR PG in relevant fields
OR MBA (Finance)/CA/ICWA
Group B Posts
Superintendent
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Computer knowledge mandatory
Junior Translation Officer
- Master’s Degree in Hindi/English
- Diploma/experience in translation
Group C Posts
Junior Accountant
- 12th with Accountancy/Business/Economics
Junior Assistant
- 12th Pass
- Typing: 35 wpm English / 30 wpm Hindi
Age Limit
- Group A – 30 to 35 years
- Group B – 30 years
- Group C – 27 years
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC – 3 years
- PwBD – 10 to 15 years
- Women – 10 years
- Ex-servicemen – As per rules
Salary (Pay Scale)
| Post | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Assistant Secretary | Level 10 |
| Assistant Professor/Assistant Director | Level 10 |
| Accounts Officer | Level 10 |
| Superintendent | Level 6 |
| Junior Translation Officer | Level 6 |
| Junior Accountant | Level 2 |
| Junior Assistant | Level 2 |
Application Fees
SC/ST/PwBD/ExSM/Women
- All Posts – ₹250 (Processing Fee Only)
UR/OBC/EWS
| Group | Application Fee | Processing Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group A | ₹1500 | ₹250 | ₹1750 |
| Group B | ₹800 | ₹250 | ₹1050 |
| Group C | ₹800 | ₹250 | ₹1050 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date | 02 December 2025 |
| Last Date | 22 December 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 22 December 2025 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
Selection Process
Group A (Assistant Secretary, Assistant Professor, Accounts Officer)
- Tier 1 – MCQ (OMR Based)
- Tier 2 – Objective + Descriptive
- Interview
Group B (Superintendent, JTO)
- Tier 1
- Tier 2
- Skill Test (Superintendent only)
Group C (JA, JA Account)
- Tier 1
- Tier 2
- Typing Test (Qualifying)
Exam Pattern Summary
- Tier 1: 100 Questions – 300 Marks – 2 Hours
- Negative Marking: 1 mark deducted for each wrong answer
- Tier 2: Objective + Descriptive
- Interview (for Group A posts)
How to Apply
- Visit the official website cbse.gov.in
- Open the Recruitment / DRQ2026 link
- Register with mobile number and email ID
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload photo, signature & documents
- Pay the required fee online
- Submit the form and download confirmation page
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | cbse.gov.in |
CBSE has offered a great opportunity for graduates, postgraduates, and 12th pass candidates to secure central government jobs. Interested candidates must submit their applications before the last date 22 December 2025.