Date / Time of Post: 11/02/2025 | 10:16 AM By India Sarkari Naukri
Hello Dear Friends, I have a great news to share with you. CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI) Lucknow has released a recruitment notification for Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Junior Stenographer posts with salary ranging from Rs. 19300/ – Rs. 81000/. A total of 11 vacancies are available, including 07 for JSA (Gen./F&A/S&P) and 04 for Stenographer (Hindi/English).
Candidates must have passed 12th (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized board. For JSA, computer typing proficiency is required (35 WPM in English or 30 WPM in Hindi). For Stenographer, 80 WPM in shorthand (English/Hindi) is mandatory. The age limit is 28 years for JSA and 27 years for Stenographer, with age relaxation as per government rules.
The selection process includes a written examination and a skill test. The final merit list will be based on written exam scores, while the skill test (typing/shorthand) will be qualifying in nature.
Interested candidates can apply online from 10 February 2025 to 10 March 2025. Candidates can get all the information about this recruitment in this article.
CSIR – CDRI Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) & Steno Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Recruitment Department | CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI), Lucknow |
| Post Name | Junior Secretariat Assistant & Junior Stenographer (Hindi/English) |
| Total Post | 11 |
| Official Website | https://cdri.res.in/#gsc.tab=0 |
| Salary | Rs.19300-63200(Rs.36500 Total Approx) for Junior Secretariat Assistant |
| Rs.25500-81100(Rs.49623 Total Approx) for Junior Stenographer | |
| Application Start Date | 10 Feb 2025 10:00 AM |
| Application End Date | 10 March 2025 5:30 PM |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Govt. Job |
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CSIR – CDRI JSA & Steno Recruitment 2025 Application Fees
| Gen/OBC/EWS | Rs. 500/ |
| SC/ST | Rs. 0/ |
| Female | Rs. 0/ |
| Apply Mode | Online |
CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI) JSA & Steno Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 10 Feb 2025 10:00 AM |
| Application Last Date | 10 March 2025 5:30 PM |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | 10 March 2025 |
| Exam Date | Notified Soon |
| Admit Card Date | Notified Soon |
| Result Date | Notified Soon |
CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI) JSA & Stenographer Recruitment 2025 Age Limit
| Minimum Age for Junior Secretariat Assistant | 28 years |
| Minimum Age for Junior Stenographer | 27 years |
| Maximum Age | NA |
| As on | 10/03/2025 |
CSIR – CDRI Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) & Steno Vacancy 2025 Qualifications
| Post Name | Total Post | JSA and Stenographer Eligibility |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | 7 |
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| Junior Stenographer (Hindi/ English) | 4 |
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Category Wise Details of Stenographer & JSA Recruitment 2025
| Post Name | Total Post | GEN | OBC | SC |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Junior Stenographer (Hindi/ English) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
CSIR – CDRI JSA & Stenographer Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
For Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA):
Step 1: Written Examination (OMR/CBT Based) – Qualifying
Step 2: Typing Test on Computer (Qualifying in nature)
Step 3: Preparation of Merit List
Step 4: Document Verification
Step 5: Final Selection & Appointment
Note – Merit List is prepared on basis of only paper 2 score.
For Junior Stenographer (Hindi/English):
Step 1: Written Examination (OMR/CBT Based) – Qualifying
Step 2: Stenography Skill Test (Qualifying in nature)
Step 3: Preparation of Merit List (Based on written exam scores)
Step 4: Document Verification
Step 5: Final Selection & Appointment
CSIR-CDRI Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) Exam Pattern
Paper-I (Qualifying in Nature)
| Subject | Mental Ability Test (General Intelligence, Reasoning, Problem Solving, Quantitative Aptitude) |
| Number of Questions | 100 |
| Marks | 200 |
| Negative Marking | No Negative Marking |
Note – Minimum qualifying marks will be decided before Paper-II evaluation.
Paper-II (Merit-Based)
| Subject | General Awareness | English Language |
| Number of Questions | 50 | 50 |
| Marks | 150 | 150 |
| Negative Marking | 1 Mark Deducted | 1 Mark Deducted |
Typing Skill Test(Only Qualifying in Nature):
| Test Type | Typing Test (Qualifying in Nature) |
| Language Options | English or Hindi |
| English Typing Speed | Minimum 35 Words Per Minute (WPM) |
| Hindi Typing Speed | Minimum 30 Words Per Minute (WPM) |
| Test Duration | 10 Minutes |
| Purpose | To assess typing proficiency for final qualification |
| Final Selection | Candidates must pass the typing test to qualify, but selection is based on written exam marks |
Note – Final Merit List will be based only on Paper-II scores.
CSIR-CDRI Junior Stenographer Exam Pattern
Exam Details:
| Mode of Exam | OMR-Based or Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Questions | 200 |
| Total Marks | 200 |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 Marks Deducted per Wrong Answer |
Exam Structure (Stenographer):
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks | Negative Marking |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 0.25 Mark Deducted |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | 0.25 Mark Deducted |
| English Language & Comprehension | 100 | 100 | 0.25 Mark Deducted |
Stenography Skill Test (Qualifying in Nature):
| Dictation Test | 10 Minutes at 80 WPM (English/Hindi) |
| Transcription Time (English) | 50 Minutes |
| Transcription Time (Hindi) | 65 Minutes |
Note – Final Selection will be based only on Written Exam scores, and the Skill Test will be qualifying in nature.
CSIR – CDRI JSA & Steno Recruitment 2025 Salary
Candidates after getting selected for CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI) received handsome salary. The Junior Secretariat Assistant position offers a pay scale of Rs.19,900 – Rs.63,200/-, with an estimated salary of Rs.36,500/- and Junior Stenographer position has a pay scale of Rs.25,500 – Rs.81,100/-, with an estimated salary of Rs.49,623/-.
| Post | Pay Scale | Estimated Salary |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | Rs.19,900 – Rs.63,200/- | Rs.36,500/- |
| Junior Stenographer (Hindi/English) | Rs.25,500 – Rs.81,100/- | Rs.49,623/- |
How to apply for CSIR – CDRI JSA & Stenographer Recruitment 2025?
Candidates must apply between 10 Feb 2025 to 10 March 2025 for successful application form and then follow below steps:
Step 1: Visit the Official Website – Go to Official Website and click on the “Jr. Secretariat Assistant (Gen./F&A/S&P) and Jr. Stenographer Recruitment-2025” link. (Direct Link is provided in Important Links Section)
Step 2: Register Yourself – Click on “New Registration” and enter your Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, and create a password. Verify your email and mobile via OTP.
Step 3: Fill Online Application Form – Provide personal details such as Name, Date of Birth, Gender, and Category. Enter educational qualifications, including 10+2 details, Board, and Year of Passing. Select the preferred post, either JSA (Gen/F&A/S&P) or Stenographer.
Step 4: Upload Required Documents – Upload a recent passport-size photo (JPEG, max 50KB) and a scanned signature (JPEG, max 20KB). If applicable, upload the Caste Certificate, PwBD Certificate, and Educational Certificates such as the 10+2 marksheet.
Step 5: Pay Application Fee – Candidates from UR, OBC, and EWS categories need to pay ₹500/-, while SC, ST, PwBD, Women, Ex-Servicemen, and CSIR Employees are exempt from the fee. The payment can be made through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
Step 6: Submit Application Form – Review all details carefully before clicking on “Final Submit.” After submission, take a printout of the application form for future reference.
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CDRI Jr. Secretariat Assistant and Jr. Stenographer Recruitment-2025 FAQS
Q1. What is the last date to apply for CSIR-CDRI JSA & Stenographer recruitment?
A1. The last date to submit the online application form is 10 March 2025, 5:30 PM. Candidates are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Q2. How can I apply for CSIR-CDRI JSA & Stenographer posts?
A2. Visit Official Website, register, complete the online application form, upload the required documents, pay the application fee, and submit the form before the deadline.
Q3. What is the selection process for CSIR-CDRI JSA & Stenographer recruitment?
A3. Candidates must clear a written examination, followed by a skill test (typing for JSA and stenography for Stenographer). The final merit list is based on written exam scores.
Q4. What is the application fee for CSIR-CDRI JSA & Stenographer posts?
A4. The application fee is ₹500 for UR/OBC/EWS candidates. However, SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen/CSIR employees are exempted from paying the application fee.
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