CSIR-NAL Notification Out for 26 JSA and JST Vacancies – Apply Online by 20 May

The CSIR–National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL) has officially released a recruitment notification for 26 vacancies of Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Junior Stenographer (JST). The positions are based in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The selection will be made through a written examination followed by a skill test.

As per Advertisement No. 03/2025, the online application process began on 16 April 2025 and will close on 20 May 2025 (5:00 PM). Candidates must have passed 10+2 and possess the required typing or stenography skills depending on the post applied for.

Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official website of NAL. It is important to verify eligibility and upload correct documents during the application process.


Important Dates:
The registration process for CSIR-NAL JSA and JST posts begins on 16 April 2025.
Notification Date: April 2025
Start Date of Application: 16 April 2025 (9:00 AM)
Last Date of Application: 20 May 2025 (5:00 PM)


Vacancy Details:
This recruitment drive aims to fill the following posts under administrative support roles.

Post Name: Junior Secretariat Assistant (General)
No. of Posts: 09

Post Name: Junior Secretariat Assistant (Stores & Purchase)
No. of Posts: 05

Post Name: Junior Secretariat Assistant (Finance & Accounts)
No. of Posts: 07

Post Name: Junior Stenographer
No. of Posts: 05


Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates interested in applying can check the eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, and other essential details below.

1) Educational Qualification: 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board

2) Skills Requirement:
JSA: Typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi.
JST: Stenography speed of 80 wpm in English or Hindi.

3) Age Limit:
Junior Secretariat Assistant: Not exceeding 28 years
Junior Stenographer: Not exceeding 27 years
Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, as per Government norms


How to Apply:
Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply through the CSIR-NAL official portal www.nal.res.in. Candidates must fill in accurate information, upload documents, and submit the form before 20 May 2025.

Application Fee: The application fee is ₹500 for General/OBC/EWS category. SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempt from paying the fee. Payment must be made online through the payment gateway provided.


Selection Process:
The selection of candidates will be based on:

Written examination including mental ability and general knowledge.
Skill test (typing test for JSA and stenography for JST).
Final merit list will be prepared based on performance in both stages.


Candidates who wish to apply must download the official notification PDF. The official notification of CSIR-NAL JSA and JST 2025 contains all the detailed information about eligibility criteria, educational qualification, age limit, etc.
Official Notification PDF