For the CSIR JSA and Stenographer posts, the age of the candidate will be calculated as on 21st April 2025. This means your age on that particular date will be considered to check your eligibility.

There is no minimum age limit mentioned for these posts. However, the maximum age limit is different for each post:

• For the Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) post, the maximum age limit is 28 years.
• For the Stenographer post, the maximum age limit is 27 years.

If you belong to a reserved category such as SC, ST, OBC, PwD, or are an ex-serviceman, you may be eligible for age relaxation as per the rules set by CSIR – Central Road Research Institute (CRRI). Make sure to read the official notification carefully to know about category-wise relaxation and other eligibility conditions.

• To apply for the Stenographer post, you must have passed the 10+2 (Intermediate) exam from any recognized board in India.
• You should also have good stenography skills, as the job requires taking dictation and typing accurately.

• To apply for the Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) post, you must have passed the 10+2 (Intermediate) exam from any recognized board in India.
• Along with this, you should also have good typing skills. You must be able to type at a speed of at least 35 words per minute (WPM) in English or 30 WPM in Hindi. You can choose either English or Hindi typing based on your preference.
• Both the 12th pass qualification and the required typing speed are important to be eligible for this post.

If you are interested in applying for the Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) or Junior Stenographer (Hindi/English) posts under CSIR – Central Road Research Institute (CRRI), please read the following steps carefully. This will help you fill out the form correctly without making any mistakes:

• Application Dates:
  You can apply for these posts between 22nd March 2025 to 21st April 2025. Make sure you fill out the form before the last date.
• Read the Notification First:
  Before you start filling out the form, read the official recruitment notification properly. It contains all the important details like age limit, eligibility, selection process, and more.
• Check Your Documents:
  Before applying, make sure you have all your documents ready. This includes:
• Eligibility certificates (like 10+2 mark sheet)
• ID proof (like Aadhaar card, PAN card, etc.)
• Address proof
• Your basic personal details
• Scan Your Documents:
  As per the instructions in the notification, you need to scan and self-attest your documents. Keep these files ready:
• Your recent passport-size photo
• Signature
• ID proof
• Any other document required for the form
• Fill the Form Carefully:
  While filling the application form online, make sure to check each column properly. Don’t rush. A small mistake can cause issues later.
• Pay the Application Fee (if required):
  Some categories may have to pay an application fee. If the fee is required, make sure to pay it. If you don’t pay (when it’s required), your form will not be considered complete.
• Final Check and Submit:
  Before clicking the final submit button, preview your form and check everything one last time. Make sure all details are correct and no column is left empty.
• Take a Printout:
  After submitting the form successfully, take a printout of the final form and keep it safely. You may need it later during the exam or document verification.