Indian Army, HQ 2 Signal Training Centre, Panaji, Goa under the Ministry of Defence has released the official notification inviting applications for Civilian Switch Board Operator (CSBO) Grade-II posts. There are 190 vacancies available for Group ‘C’ civilian posts.
Interested and eligible candidates can apply through email mode within the given dates. Candidates must have passed Matric (10th) and possess PBX handling experience. Check complete details below before applying for the posts.
Overview of Indian Army CSBO Grade 2 Recruitment 2026
| Organisation | HQ 2 Signal Training Centre, Panaji, Goa (Ministry of Defence) |
| Post Name | Civilian Switch Board Operator (CSBO) Grade-II |
| No. of Posts | 190 |
| Category | Government |
| Type | Group ‘C’ Civilian |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | |
| Selection Process | Written Test, Practical Test, Interview |
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know more about the recruitment process, important dates, eligibility, and application procedure.
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates
| Notification Release Date | 02 May 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 02 May 2026 (0001 Hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 May 2026 (2359 Hrs) |
Vacancy Details of Indian Army CSBO Grade 2 Recruitment 2026
| Category | Vacancies |
| UR | 94 |
| SC | 22 |
| ST | 12 |
| OBC | 43 |
| EWS | 19 |
| Total | 190 |
Horizontal Reservation:
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 12 posts
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 20 posts
Eligibility Criteria of CSBO Grade 2 Vacancies
| Post | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
| CSBO Grade-II | Matric (Class 10) with minimum 6 months PBX/EPABX handling experience | 18 to 25 years |
Additional Details:
- Fluency in English and Hindi is desirable.
- Age relaxation is applicable as per rules for reserved categories.
Application Process
Candidates need to apply through email mode only.
- Send application to: sunshine.rise@nic.in
- Subject line: CSBO Application – Your Full Name
- Attach filled application form and all required documents
Required documents include:
- Aadhaar or ID proof
- Educational certificates
- PBX experience certificate
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Passport size photographs
Incomplete applications may be rejected.
Selection Process
The selection process includes three stages:
- Written Test (100 marks)
- Practical Test (Qualifying)
- Interview (Qualifying)
Final selection will be based on merit in the written test.
Salary Details
- Pay Level: Level-3
- Salary: ₹21,700 per month
- Additional allowances as per government rules
Indian Army CSBO Grade 2 Official Notification & Apply Link
Official Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF
Official Website: www.indianarmy.nic.in
Application Mode: Email submission