Important Instructions for Recruitment of CSIR-CDRI Junior Secretariat Assistant & Junior Stenographer

• Applicants must be citizens of India.
• Meeting the minimum essential qualifications does not guarantee a call for the skill test, written exam, or appointment. If a candidate is found ineligible at any stage of the selection process, their candidature will be cancelled immediately.
• The decisions of CSIR-CDRI regarding eligibility, application acceptance or rejection, and the mode of selection are final and binding. No inquiries or correspondence regarding these decisions will be entertained.
• The number of vacancies listed for each category/post is provisional and may change during the selection process. CSIR-CDRI, Lucknow reserves the right to cancel all or part of the advertised vacancies at any stage.
• Candidates employed in Government Departments must inform their employer and submit a "No Objection Certificate" or "Intimation to the Office" at the time of document verification or when requested. Failure to do so will result in their candidature not being considered. CSIR-CDRI will not accept candidates on lien or deputation basis.
• Applicants must ensure they meet the essential qualifications and other conditions specified in the advertisement by the closing date for online applications. Candidates should verify their eligibility before applying, as no inquiries regarding eligibility will be entertained. Educational qualifications must be from a recognized University/Institution/Board, and final results must be declared by the application deadline.
• Candidates from universities/institutes awarding CGPA/SGPA/OGPA grades must convert these into percentages using the formula provided by their institution.
• If any document or certificate is in a language other than Hindi or English, candidates must submit a transcript attested by a Gazetted Officer or Notary.
• Applicants must upload PDF scans of original documents, including proof of date of birth (e.g., Matriculation certificate), educational qualifications, caste certificate, experience certificate (if applicable), etc., along with the online application. Failure to do so will result in the application being rejected.
• If a candidate claims a qualification as equivalent to the one required in the advertisement, they must provide an official order/letter specifying the authority, number, and date under which it is recognized as equivalent. Without this, the application may be rejected.
• Incomplete applications or those lacking required certificates/documents will be rejected. Any discrepancies between the application and original documents will render the candidate ineligible.
• If any candidate provides false information or suppresses material facts, their candidature may be cancelled at any stage. Post-appointment, such actions may lead to termination and further action as deemed necessary by the Competent Authority.
• These posts are local, with the normal place of posting at CSIR-CDRI, Lucknow. However, appointees may be transferred to any CSIR Laboratory/Institute as needed.
• The application deadline will not be extended due to server failures or technical issues at the last moment. Candidates are advised to submit their applications well in advance, as the institute’s decision on this matter is final.
• Applicants must provide accurate, complete, and correct information in the online application form. Providing false or incorrect information will lead to disqualification, and CSIR-CDRI will not be responsible for any consequences arising from such actions.
• The upper age limit, experience, and qualifications will be determined as of the closing date for online applications, i.e., March 10, 2025. Experience in a specific discipline/area will be counted only after acquiring the minimum educational qualifications required for the post.
• Applications from Government Department employees will be considered only if forwarded through the proper channel, with certification from the employer that the applicant will be relieved within one month of receiving the appointment order, along with vigilance clearance. An advance copy of the application may be submitted before the deadline, but the application through the proper channel must reach CSIR-CDRI, Sector-10, Jankipuram Extension, Lucknow – 226 031 at the earliest.
• Experience in a trade or area of work, where required, will be counted only after acquiring the minimum educational qualifications prescribed for the post.
• Selected candidates will be on probation for two years from the date of joining, which may be extended or curtailed at the discretion of the Appointing Authority.
• Canvassing in any form or using political influence will result in disqualification from the recruitment process.
• Candidates applying for multiple post codes must submit separate online applications. If multiple applications are submitted for a single post code using different email IDs, only the latest completed application will be considered.
• The Director, CSIR-CDRI reserves the right to cancel the advertisement or not fill the posts without providing any reason. The number of vacancies is provisional and may change during the selection process. This advertisement does not guarantee that selections will be made, as the process is subject to CSIR instructions applicable at the time.
• The Director, CSIR-CDRI’s decisions on eligibility, application acceptance or rejection, selection mode, conduct of written exams, typing/proficiency tests, and filling of posts are final and binding. No inquiries or correspondence will be entertained, and the Competent Authority may amend, delete, or add terms and conditions as needed.
• For issues not covered in this advertisement, CSIR instructions will apply.
• Applicants must disclose in the application form if any close relatives (e.g., spouse, children, parents, siblings, or others related by blood or marriage, whether dependent or not) are employees of CSIR-CDRI, CSIR, or any other CSIR Laboratory/Institute.
• Candidates must ensure they possess the required educational qualifications and experience in the relevant area for the post they are applying for by the last date of online application submission.
• Any discrepancies between the application information and original documents will render the candidate ineligible for the skill test or written examination.
• Government of India/CSIR instructions on reservations, as applicable, will be implemented as per this advertisement.
• The medium chosen for the typing test/proficiency test and written examination cannot be changed once selected.
• The date of birth provided in the online application and recorded in the Matriculation/10th Standard or equivalent certificate will be accepted for age determination. No subsequent requests for changes will be considered. If the date of birth is not available in certificates/mark sheets, a school leaving certificate indicating the date of birth will be considered.
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) who meet the eligibility conditions prescribed by Government of India instructions are encouraged to apply.
• PwBD candidates entitled to age concessions as Central Government Employees may choose the concession that is more beneficial to them, either as a PwBD or as a Central Government Employee.
• Any discrepancies between the application information and original documents will make the candidate ineligible for the post.
• Further information regarding this advertisement, such as test dates, times, venues, addendums, corrigendums, or changes in the number of posts or cancellations, will be available only on the CSIR-CDRI website (https://www.cdri.res.in). Candidates are advised to regularly check the website for updates.