Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Bengaluru, invites online applications for seven permanent posts including Junior Project Engineer, Assistant Administrative Officer, Personal Assistant, Junior Accounts Officer, and Junior Admin Assistant. Applications close on 13-05-2026. Selection is by a computer-based online test (two parts) and an interview only for the Assistant Administrative Officer. Qualifications range from relevant bachelor’s and master’s degrees to diplomas and specified experience. Pay levels vary by post (Levels 2, 6, 8 and 10) with approximate monthly salaries provided. Candidates from all states may apply.
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Vacancy Details
- Junior Project Engineer: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university; minimum 4 years experience in site/civil engineering; proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, GIS or similar tools. - Assistant Administrative Officer: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in any discipline with minimum 55% marks; certified course in Computer Applications; experience: minimum 5 years in Pay Level 8 or 3 years in Pay Level 9 or equivalent in administration in Govt/PSU/Autonomous/University/Research institutions. Desirable: management/law qualifications and ERP/finance experience. - Personal Assistant: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Either Master’s degree in any discipline (with English stenography 100 WPM, English typing 35 WPM, computer knowledge, working knowledge of Hindi and minimum 2 years relevant experience) OR 3-year Diploma in Secretarial/Commercial Practice (with computer knowledge, working knowledge of Hindi and minimum 4 years stenography experience). - Junior Accounts Officer: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce with minimum 55% marks; certified course in Computer Applications; experience: minimum 6 years in Pay Level 6 or 2 years in Pay Level 7 or equivalent in accounts and budget work in Govt/PSU/Autonomous bodies. Desirable: Master’s in Commerce/Financial Management and ERP/MIS certification. - Junior Admin Assistant: 3 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree; typing speed of 35 WPM in English on computer; certified course in Computer Applications; freshers can apply. Desirable: degree in Commerce/Financial Management, Diploma in Computer Applications, ERP/MIS certification.- UR: 2
- OBC: 1
- PwD (HH/Locomotor): 1
Qualification Requirements
Junior Project Engineer: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and minimum 4 years site/civil engineering experience; Assistant Administrative Officer: Master’s degree in any discipline with minimum 55% marks, certified course in Computer Applications and specified years of administrative experience; Personal Assistant: Either a Master’s degree (with stenography and typing speed and minimum 2 years relevant experience) OR a 3-year Diploma in Secretarial/Commercial Practice with minimum 4 years stenography experience; Junior Accounts Officer: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce with minimum 55% marks, certified course in Computer Applications and specified experience in accounts and budget work; Junior Admin Assistant: Bachelor’s degree, typing speed 35 WPM, certified course in Computer Applications; freshers eligible for Junior Admin Assistant. Desirable qualifications include management/law/ERP/MIS/finance-related qualifications where specified.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 35 years
Application Fees
- General / OBC / Others: ₹950
- SC / ST / Women / Divyang / Ex-servicemen / Transgender: ₹450
Selection Process
- Computer Based Online Test (CBT) – Part A: A multiple-choice general aptitude test for all posts covering logical reasoning, numerical reasoning, verbal reasoning and general awareness (40 questions, 40 marks). Duration and timing vary by post; negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
- Computer Based Online Test (CBT) – Part B (Skill/Proficiency): A job-specific skill test or proficiency section (marks 60) such as on-the-job skill tests, ERP proficiency or basic computer applications; Part B is qualifying for some posts and used for ranking in others.
- Interview (only for Assistant Administrative Officer): Candidates who qualify in the CBT will be called for a formal interview; final selection for this post will consider both test and interview performance.
- Tie Resolution: If candidates tie in merit, older candidate (by date of birth) ranks higher; if still tied, selection is decided by draw of lots.
How to Apply
- Register on the application portal by providing basic details.
- Fill the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload required documents including age proof, educational mark sheets, experience certificate, NOC (if applicable), ex-servicemen certificate (if applicable), and recent passport-size photograph.
- Pay the applicable application and processing fee through online payment modes (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI).
- Verify all details carefully and submit the application on or before 13-05-2026.
- No printed copy needs to be sent to JNCASR at this stage.
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Important Dates
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- Age reference date for 35 years posts (born on or after):
- Age reference date for 30 years posts (born on or after):
- Age range for 18–25 years posts (born between): 14-05-2001 to 13-05-2008
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum eligibility/qualification requirements for these posts?
Requirements vary by post: project engineer requires a degree in civil engineering with experience; accounts officer requires a B.Com with specified experience; assistant administrative officer requires a master’s degree with administrative experience; junior admin assistant requires a bachelor’s degree and typing/computer certification; personal assistant requires either a master’s with stenography/typing skills or a 3-year diploma with stenography experience.
How can I apply for these JNCASR vacancies?
Applications must be submitted online through the official portal. Register on the portal, complete the online form, upload required documents, pay the fee online, and submit the application on or before 13-05-2026.
What is the last date to apply for these positions?
The last date to apply online is 13-05-2026.
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection is by a computer-based online test in two parts (Part A general aptitude and Part B skill/proficiency). Interview is conducted only for the Assistant Administrative Officer. Tie cases are resolved by date of birth and then by draw of lots if required.
What are the pay scale and salary details for the posts?
Pay levels vary: Level 6 (Basic Pay 35,400) for certain posts with approx. ₹57,000/month, Level 10 (Basic Pay 56,100) with approx. ₹90,000/month, Level 8 (Basic Pay 47,600) with approx. ₹77,000/month, and Level 2 (Basic Pay 19,900) with approx. ₹32,000/month. Exact salary depends on allowances.
